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    A list: My Top Ten Moments on the Road

    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”

    June 14, 2012August 2, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    May 11, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    May 8, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    April 26, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    April 25, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    April 18, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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?”

    March 20, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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.”

    March 11, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    February 29, 2012December 23, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

    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”

    February 26, 2012June 24, 2012 by Janelle Bitker

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