My family came to visit me in Belgium earlier this month. It was great to spend time with my parents and my younger sister. It was fun discovering some parts of this country, especially Brussels, together with them. Though I probably ate my fill of frites (fries) for the next three months and drank more beer during this period than I would in a year!
We didn’t want to move too much between different places. Instead, we spent most of our time in Brussels exploring the green spots around the city.
I also brought my folks to some of my favourite neighbourhood spots like Parvis de St. Gilles and Place Flagey.
We spent a few days in Ghent, which everyone enjoyed. Even though I’ve been here before, I was pleasantly surprised by how lively the city is. I would definitely be visiting Ghent again!
From Ghent, we made a day trip to Bruges. After living in Brussels for three years, this was my first time visiting Bruges. I can see why it’s reputed to be the “Venice of Belgium” though I prefer the real deal 😉
‘Lo and behold, I was in Venice for a few days of meetings right after my family left for Singapore.
With all this non-stop travelling, as well as eating and drinking, I’ve had to take a hiatus from blogging. The next few days will be busy too as I’m moving house, yay! But once all is settled, you’ll be hearing and seeing more from me. Meanwhile, enjoy a lovely weekend!
Angelina Hue 
Wow, someone’s been busy! Bon courage with your moving! 😀
Thanks Lia! The move went well (except for the accidental disposal of a new umbrella) and we are gradually setting up our new home 🙂
Look forward to your return. More of Venice please.
Which reminds me… I have a lot of info & pictures from my previous leisure trip to Venice still waiting to be shared!
the frites one reminds me somehow of the famous m.c. escher painting with the hands that draw itself… (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drawing_Hands) 🙂
I didn’t think of that. Thank you for the compliment!
Hurray family time 🙂 they must have loved seeing you! Lovely photos, thanks for sharing
Even though I last saw my family less than a month ago, so much have taken place (especially with the moving) that it feels like months ago! About time I video-chat with my folks soon, as soon as I’ve my internet set up…
Amazing. Living life to the fullest it seems!
Yes, it’s good to spend time with family, love the first photo, great moment 🙂 . And it’s true Venice is unique. Your moving could be challenging but we know you are strong enough! Forza!
robert
Hmm, am thinking that it could be interesting to do a photo series of hands. So many things to do, so little time!