What we’re about
Welcome to Sunday Vacations – Your Community of Explorers!
At Sunday Vacations, we bring together travel enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and curious minds to embark on unforgettable journeys—both near and far. Our mission is to foster a vibrant, inclusive community built on connection, cultural exchange, and shared experiences.
We organize carefully curated trips, helping you discover hidden gems and unique experiences internationaly and right in our own backyard. Whether it's a hike, a local festival, or a day trip across the border, our adventures are designed to spark curiosity, joy, and friendships.
We embrace the wisdom of the Chinese proverb:
"在家靠父母，在外靠朋友"
“At home, depend on your parents; away from home, rely on your friends.”
This group is your home away from home —a place to find support, guidance, and camaraderie while navigating life abroad. Whether you’re here for work, study, or just exploring, we welcome you to join our journey.
Our Mission
Sunday Vacations is an initiative of Ujamaa ASBL, a nonprofit organization registered in Belgium.
Through our trips, we aim to build a strong, welcoming community while also contributing to positive social impact.
In the long term, we want our activities to help fund creative, youth-led tourism initiatives in underrepresented regions—such as young storytellers and guides working to promote their local areas in authentic and inspiring ways.
By traveling together, we believe we can do more than just explore—we can help amplify new voices, create lasting connections, and foster a more meaningful kind of adventure.
Association Status
Sunday Vacations is a project operated by UJAMAA ASBL, a nonprofit association registered in Belgium under company number 0475.052.055.
Our activities aim to foster cultural exchange, inclusion, and accessible travel for all, with a strong focus on building community among locals, newcomers, and international residents.
In the long term, we intend to reinvest part of our resources into supporting young people from underrepresented regions, especially those seeking to promote their communities through storytelling, sustainable tourism, and creative expression.
UJAMAA ASBL acts in accordance with its statutes and embraces values such as social cohesion, solidarity, youth empowerment, and intercultural dialogue.
FR – Déclaration sur le statut de l’association
Sunday Vacations est un projet porté par UJAMAA ASBL, une association sans but lucratif enregistrée en Belgique sous le numéro d’entreprise 0475.052.055.
Nos activités visent à favoriser l’échange culturel, l’inclusion sociale et des voyages accessibles à tous, tout en créant du lien entre habitants, expatriés et nouveaux arrivants.
À terme, nous avons l’intention de réinvestir une partie de nos ressources pour soutenir des jeunes issus de régions sous-représentées, notamment ceux qui souhaitent promouvoir leur territoire à travers la narration, le tourisme durable ou des projets créatifs.
UJAMAA ASBL agit en conformité avec ses statuts, dans une logique de cohésion sociale, de solidarité, d’émancipation des jeunes et de dialogue interculturel.
NL – Bekendmaking over de verenigingsstatus
Sunday Vacations is een project van UJAMAA vzw, een vereniging zonder winstoogmerk die geregistreerd is in België onder het ondernemingsnummer 0475.052.055.
Onze activiteiten bevorderen culturele uitwisseling, inclusie en toegankelijke reizen voor iedereen, met bijzondere aandacht voor gemeenschapsvorming tussen lokale bewoners, nieuwkomers en internationale deelnemers.
Op termijn is het onze bedoeling om een deel van de middelen te herinvesteren in de ondersteuning van jongeren uit ondervertegenwoordigde regio’s, met name zij die hun gemeenschap willen versterken via storytelling, duurzaam toerisme of creatieve initiatieven.
UJAMAA vzw handelt volgens haar statuten en onderschrijft waarden zoals sociale cohesie, solidariteit, jongerenemancipatie en interculturele dialoog.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Brussels Sunday Vacations: Trip to Thorgny, the Belgian Provence & Orval Abbaye.Esso Auderghem , Brussels
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Join us for a delightful day trip to Torgny, often called the “Provence of Belgium!”
Nestled in the Gaume region, this charming village enjoys a sunny microclimate, rolling vineyards, and quaint terracotta-roofed houses that evoke a Mediterranean atmosphere. With its picturesque streets and old-world charm, Torgny is the perfect place to slow down and immerse yourself in local culture and scenic beauty.We’ll also visit the majestic Orval Abbey, a spiritual and historical landmark famous for its Trappist beer and peaceful surroundings.
Schedule:
7:30 AM – Departure from Brussels
10:00–12:00 PM – Guided tour of Torgny
12:30–2:30 PM – Lunch at a l'Ange Guardien
3:00–5:00 PM – Guided tour of Orval Abbey
5:30 PM - Departure to Brussels
8:00 PM – Estimated return to Brussels
What to Bring:
Comfortable shoes for walking.
A water bottle
Curiosity and good vibes!
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore two of Wallonia’s most charming sites in a relaxed and friendly setting. We look forward to sharing this memorable experience with you!
🧠 Fun Facts About Torgny & Orval 🏡🍺
Torgny is more than just pretty — it's historically rich and geographically unique. Here's what makes this village and its surroundings so special:
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🏡 Why do the houses look so Mediterranean?
Torgny enjoys the warmest microclimate in Belgium and sits right by the French border. Its ochre limestone walls, red tile roofs, and Lorraine-style farmhouses give it a southern French feel — totally unique in Belgium! The village is officially listed as one of “Les Plus Beaux Villages de Wallonie”, which protects its beautiful, traditional look.---
🧘♂️ What is a Cistercian monk?
The nearby Orval Abbey was founded by Cistercian monks, a strict Catholic order from the 11th century. They believed in hard work, silence, and living off the land — and they helped develop the area through farming and winemaking.---
🧘♂️➡️🍞🍺 Who are the Trappists?
Trappists are an even stricter branch of the Cistercians. Famous for beer, bread, and cheese, they brew some of the world’s most renowned beers. Orval is one of only a few authentic Trappist breweries in the world.---
🍻 What is Orval Vert?
Only available on tap at the abbey’s restaurant À l’Ange Gardien, Orval Vert is a lighter, fresher version of the classic Orval beer — originally made just for the monks. You can’t buy it anywhere else, so don’t miss the chance to try it!---
Enjoy the trip — you’re walking through living history!
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