And then there was one – one last stop, that is. We arrived in Amsterdam on yet another beautiful late morning, and after finally getting streetcar passes, we were on our way.  Here are notable thoughts & events: 1. It’s a visually appealing city that was built on marshland, so you’re always near a canal … More Days 11-12: Amsterdam & Random Events

Amsterdam is full of charm:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/30798418@N02/sets/72157627827909022/

I told my Grandma that we were travelling to Belgium as part of our trip, and she mentioned that she had always wanted to visit Flanders Field.  “In Flanders Field” is a famous poem that she loves (below). Checking the map and the calendar, I realized that our chance to visit it would fall squarely on … More Flanders Field American WWI Cemetery

Brussels was a big change of pace from Paris, perhaps a much-needed one. We arrived at our hotel just before noon, and the large square in front of it was nearly empty, except for plenty of construction. So we immediately ventured towards Grand Place, an enormous pedestrian-only square surrounded by beautiful old buildings.  Everything that surrounds … More Days 9-10: Brussels

Clearly, I became camera weary on our last two stops. Here are a few from Brussels:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/30798418@N02/sets/72157627703500967/      

It hasn’t rained on our entire trip, and the forecast calls for no rain before we leave. It has been sunny and gorgeous every day but one, with Munich being the coolest and Paris being the warmest (upper 60s – mid 80s). Today in Brussels?  75 and sunny. We’re feeling lucky!

The Paris Flickr Slideshow:  http://www.flickr.com/photos/30798418@N02/sets/72157627827282576/  

I simply don’t have time to continue writing chapters as previous, and I doubt anyone has time to read them either. There’s so much in Paris that I could never describe it all, so I’ll just make a list of our visit’s highlights: 1. When in Paris, you have to endure the brain damage (as … More Days 6 – 8: Highlights from the City of Light