Verre Reizen Event - Mechelen
Where? Nekkerhal Mechelen - Plattebeekstraat 1, 2800 Mechelen When? Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October 2026
Wondering whether a long-haul trip to another continent is right for you? Perhaps you’re dreaming of a safari, travelling across Asia or taking a road trip through landscapes you’ve only ever seen in photos.
At the Long-Haul Travel Event in Mechelen on 3 and 4 October, you’ll have the chance to discover different destinations and talk directly to Connections Travel Designers. As experienced travellers themselves, they’ll use their first-hand knowledge to help you shape your plans.
Already have a specific idea in mind? Ask our experts about routes, the best time to travel and the practical side of planning your trip. Still unsure where to go? Compare different possibilities and discover which destination best matches what you’re looking for.
Come along with your plans, your questions or simply a desire to travel. Together, we’ll explore what your next long-haul adventure could look like.
PROGRAMME 3 OCTOBER
11:50 – 12:20
Discover Japan: highlights & insider tips with Ilah
14:30 – 15:00
Discover New York with Patrick van Rosendaal
PROGRAMME 4 OCTOBER
11:10 – 11:40
Discover New York with Patrick van Rosendaal
13:50 – 14:20
Western Canada by campervan: from Vancouver to Calgary with Jennifer
Over 100 Travel Designers
all over Belgium are eager to assist you
Year after year Connections sends its Travel Designers to all corners of the world in order to be able to advise you even better when mapping out your trip.
No destination is too foreign or far. Find out who they are here and feel free to contact them!
Why choose Connections?
Because we are travellers, just like you. Always looking for exciting experiences, fascinating encounters and new horizons. Because we are 100% Belgian and can assist you in your own language. Because we make it our personal mission to lift your travels beyond your wildest imagination. Because life is more intense when you travel, really travel!
More about ConnectionsThe twinkle in the eye
Do not expect conformity from us. We are always looking for those extra ingredients that make your trip truly special. We swear by intense experiences.
Over 100 Travel designers around the country
Meet the Connections crew in our Travel Shops located all over Belgium. All of our Travel Designers are looking forward to meeting you and welcome you with open arms.
40 years on the road
We've been paving our way for a while. Travelling with Connections means choosing 'peace of mind'. Everything perfectly arranged, excellent service, certainty and reliability.
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We're here whenever you need us! Available via our website, our travel shops, our customer service center and via our mobile travel agents.