Day 10 of our Northern European cruise brought us to Zeebrugge, Belgium - and just like that, we're nearing the end of this incredible journey. Most travelers head to Bruges from this port, a stunning medieval town known for its dreamy canals and Michelangelo’s Madonna of Bruges at the Church of Our Lady. We’ve done… Continue reading Belgian Fam and London Icons: Cruise Finale
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Fall Break: Gent and Brussel
For the first half of Fall Break, we hopped the pond again to spend time with the FamTrav Husband's side of the family. We started in the charming city of Gent. Gent is a hidden gem in Belgium. It's not as famous as Brussel (Dutch spelling) or Brugge, but is an enchanting destination in its… Continue reading Fall Break: Gent and Brussel
Europe 2017 – Gent
Did ya'll know that nearly everything is closed on Sundays in Belgium? Perhaps I've been living in America too long, but I was really surprised by that. I found it a little strange for a nation that describes its churches as monuments to do so, but it provided the perfect opportunity to slow down and… Continue reading Europe 2017 – Gent
Europe 2017 – Gent
After the whirlwind known as the end of the school year, which included field trips, field days, and award ceremonies, we zipped away to Europe to visit with the DH's side of the family. We toured six cities over nine days starting with the DH's hometown of Gent, Belgium. Gent is a quaint little port… Continue reading Europe 2017 – Gent
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