I’ve been back in the US for a few weeks now, moving quickly into my fast-paced, appointment-filled existence. I’m drinking a lot more beer than I used… Read more “A list: My Top Ten Moments on the Road”
Category: Travel photos
How to Fall in Love with Brussels
Nearly nine months ago, I arrived in Brussels with one backpack, one suitcase, and not much else. I was easily excitable. I was nervous. I was uncomfortable.… Read more “How to Fall in Love with Brussels”
Italy and France: Foodie Edition
I recently uploaded a photo album to Facebook exclusively of food I’ve consumed this semester, mostly during travels. My host mother had one thing to say to… Read more “Italy and France: Foodie Edition”
A trek through the Balkans
We get into the car. We’re off to Somewhere, Macedonia, approximately 15 kilometers away from Bitola. Somewhere, Macedonia, is beautiful. Our host, Vlad, wants to show us… Read more “A trek through the Balkans”
An ode to France, Provence and Montpellier
This question frequently comes up: “What is your favorite city you’ve visited so far?” This question kills me. I immediately mentally scan the list of capitals I’ve… Read more “An ode to France, Provence and Montpellier”
A family vacation in Italy
To sum up nine glorious days in Italy in one short blog post would be insulting to the country’s idyllic views, charming chaos, unbeatable history, and endless… Read more “A family vacation in Italy”
Is London worth it?
Along with Paris and Amsterdam, London is one of those cities seemingly every single American student in Brussels manages to visit. On the Eurostar, it’s two hours… Read more “Is London worth it?”
Luxury. Luxembourg… Fairies.
If you ever meet anyone from Luxembourg in the future, my host tells me, just say you went to Namur’s. Immediately such a comment should conjure up… Read more “Luxury. Luxembourg… Fairies.”
Leuven: home to Stella and many, many students
After class on Monday I jumped a train to Leuven, a small Flemish city a mere 25 minutes from Brussels known primarily for two things: beer and… Read more “Leuven: home to Stella and many, many students”
Consuming more Belgian culture
It’s hard to be happier than when the words “free” and “sponsored” and “activity” are etched into my weekly planner. Tuesday was spent on an ISA excursion… Read more “Consuming more Belgian culture”
Janelle Bitker 