Christmas is upon us, and I don’t think I’ve ever felt so much holiday cheer in my life. My family doesn’t celebrate Christmas extravagantly. We spend it… Read more “Christmas Market Time”
Month: November 2011
Thanks, from Belgium
Being away from your family, your friends and your familiar home is tough during the holidays. Some of the Americans at my school were noticeably depressed today,… Read more “Thanks, from Belgium”
Amsterdam, low-key
Amsterdam might be the most talked about city amongst Americans in Brussels. One reason is because it’s an easy voyage, so easy that everyone gets around to… Read more “Amsterdam, low-key”
A taste of Paris, Barcelona, Madrid
You couldn’t possibly have thought that I’d write about trips to Paris, Barcelona and Madrid and forget about the food. No, no. The food is getting its… Read more “A taste of Paris, Barcelona, Madrid”
Proof that Belgium is not boring
I’ve been more or less in bed for the past three days, recovering from a fever that probably came about from having too much fun. The general… Read more “Proof that Belgium is not boring”
Barcelona. Madrid. Mayhem.
I never really wanted to go to Spain. It’s not that I had anything against Spain; it just wasn’t on my short list of must-see places. If… Read more “Barcelona. Madrid. Mayhem.”
What can I say about Paris?
This is Versailles. They tell you that Versailles is completely lavish, over-the-top and stunningly gorgeous, and it is. But they don’t tell you that the vast grounds… Read more “What can I say about Paris?”
Janelle Bitker 