// T H U R S D A Y It was 11 PM local time, my cab driver had been waiting for me for nearly an hour and a half at the airport gate. The lack of wifi and long lines at the border made my arrival into Beirut the opposite of seamless. While waiting,Continue reading “Lebanon welcomed an unlikely American with open arms”
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Where to eat, drink, sleep
Amsterdam Travel Guide Stay tuned for more detailed reviews and places. Bakery, coffee Scandinavian Embassy – De Pijp STROOM – De Pijp Badetta – De Pijp Coffee & Coconuts – De Pijp Baken met Passie – De Pijp Hartog’s Wholegrain Bakery and Milling – East Bakhuys – East Petit Gateau – West Van Stapele – Center Bocca CoffeeContinue reading “Where to eat, drink, sleep”
Why San Francisco is one of the greatest cities in the U.S.
It’s the city of sunshine, Teslas, and billboards that scream of tech. My first time in San Francisco was in 2016 with my family. We tacked on a few days at Lake Tahoe, which was an event in itself. From that point on, I knew the region would call me back. Why? It’s breathtaking. TheContinue reading “Why San Francisco is one of the greatest cities in the U.S.”
Why I love Amsterdam
You know those memories that are so vivid, you remember nearly every detail? I find that this is often the case while traveling to new places, but especially for cities that you truly vibe with. I can only say this was so for a few places and Amsterdam is certainly one, if not the one.Continue reading “Why I love Amsterdam”
Why I live in Brussels
I’m often asked: why Brussels? Each time I hear it, I laugh because for me the answer seems obvious. If you know Brussels, how could you not be in love? From its bizarre yet majestic architecture, cobblestone streets, use of the French (and Dutch) language, raging nightlife and more diversity than you’d find most otherContinue reading “Why I live in Brussels”
Soccer and waffles
Last weekend was pretty epic. My first match du football was on Thursday night; met some more Belgians on Friday night, visited Bruges on Saturday and went to three festivals in Brussels on Sunday. C’était amusant. Le match du foot King Baudouin Stadium was full of Americans for the match as the full 30 orContinue reading “Soccer and waffles”
How to coffee (à emporter) in Brussels
So much has been said about the coffee of Europe and while I know Brussels should not be the sole representation of European coffee, it is a start. I can say that coffee here takes some getting used to compared to the coffee back home. However with time, I am beginning to much prefer European coffeeContinue reading “How to coffee (à emporter) in Brussels”
Croissants, a way of life
Croissants are such a universal breakfast choice in Belgium that you’ll be hard pressed to find an alternative. I’m not complaining. The coolest part is that croissants in Belgium are like people; no two are alike. While I’m still on the hunt for a croissant that trumps the ones at my beloved Batch Bakehouse, youContinue reading “Croissants, a way of life”
Hosteling in Brussels
There are waffles in the vending machine. To an American, this is a true indication of a quality hostel. Though in Belgium, this is the norm. It is hard to find and truly odd for a vending machine to not have waffles. And after spending two weeks in this country, I’ve realized that the sameContinue reading “Hosteling in Brussels”
Au revoir America
Language Culture shock is real. Let’s start with the fact that people are speaking different languages around you everywhere you go. As proof, Brussels is the 2nd most international city in the world. Typically you’ll hear French but Dutch is there too. I go through phases where this is charming and other phases where IContinue reading “Au revoir America”
