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  • amsterdam view
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    The Dark And The Light

    I had time this morning before my 122pm train to check out the Antoine Wiertz Museum in the Leopold district. Having been intrigued by his symbolist painting, Deux Jeunes Filles (La Belle…

  • groenerei canal in bruges
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    In Bruges

    Today I went to Bruges! Can I just say, it’s as beautiful as everyone says. After the one hour train ride, I walked the 20 minutes to town; just follow the stream…

  • antwerp train station
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    We Are all Atoms

    The more I travel, the more it becomes easier to navigate through a city and its transportation system. Or maybe I’m just uber-comfortable with infographics like a subway chart or train routes?…

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    A Walk On The Dark Side

    I headed to the focal point of the city, the Grand Place. Talk about in-your-face architecture! And you wouldn’t think that the narrow alley you’re walking down on would open up to…

  • guardian of the city in brussels
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    To Brussels I Go

    Today begins my Belgium adventures. The train from Amsterdam to Brussels took 2 tours 44 minutes. The ride and scenery were pleasant, but I couldn’t wait to get there.…