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The first months after settling, constrained a bit from the typical grey weather of Belgium, I mostly preferred to travel abroad. Belgium is very well connected and positioned geographically. So if you want to travel by bus, train or take a flight, it will seem very easy..

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Andalusia in Spain, to enjoy the warm weather and Feria de Abril..

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Do as the locals do and Bike the City!
Whether you want to go to one of the many parks around Gent, watch kayak competitions in Watersportbaan, explore the city center or just run errands, you will see that it's easier and quicker to get around by bike..

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Paris, this city where there's art in every step you take..

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Practice your passions. There are workshops around dancing, ateliers around art, places to practice sport, book clubs etc.
This way you can meet new people with whom you share the same interests..

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Amsterdam, this vibrant city, where you can stroll around the canals, visit Museums, go to the tulip fields and so much more..

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You will have your own post, but normally, you share the space in the office with the other volunteer. Consider this to be a positive aspect, as it will be easier for you to work as a good team together.
All the other colleagues, Jan VH, Dolores, Jan B, Samyrra and Orsi are there to offer you support and give you directions. Feel comfortable enough to ask them for help if you have uncertainties ...

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Picnic along Korenlei and Graslei quays on a sunny day..

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Switzerland, with all its colorful landscapes, where man and nature live in perfect harmony..

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My volunteering project in Kiwanis consists of assisting in the preparation, implementation and follow up evaluation of trainings and other events, organized by the European Office.

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Sunday strolls around the Flower's Market and other Flea Markets in city's main squares..

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Salzburg and its surrounding charming villages by the lakes, the right place to be in nature..

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More specifically, some of the assignments I have completed so far are:

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Paddle, kayak or take a boat tour around the canals..It's a fun way to explore the city from the water..

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I have so much more to explore and finally summer is the best time of the year to do it..

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I have been working on the backend of Kiwanis Academy Platform, where all the upcoming training and events organized by our Member Support Center are published.

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Attend language exchange meetups with expats living in Gent. It's a good opportunity to also make connections ..

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Bruges, a fairy-tale medieval town where you can experience the city’s romantic canal-side strolls, taste local beers, walk on the cobblestone alleys, find chocolate shops on every corner ...

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The apartment is cozy and gives you immediately a feeling of serenity and tranquility. It won't take long before it feels like home.

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During the European Young Kiwanis training and the Amsterdam Convention, I facilitated workshops that were related to Kiwanis MeetUps Project.

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When the weather gets too hot and you need to freshen up, Blaarmeersen is the place to go..You can swim in the lake or just relax in the shadows of the park

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Dinant, a picturesque city in Wallonia region..

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Whether it is about cooking something traditional from your country, testing your skills with Belgian recipes or if you have a sweet tooth for deserts, the kitchen is fully equipped for you to make the magic happen..

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Kiwanis MeetUps is a project established in order to attract younger members to join the organization. My tasks concerning this project have been to :

translate the Manual in the official languages of Kiwanis

facilitate workshops over this topic

assist clubs that are interested in organizing MeetUps

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Attend summer festivals...Once the weather is good there are so many events happening in the city, and not a single one to miss.. Like Gent Jazz Festival, Copacobana Festival, GentseFeesten and so many more. The city becomes more vibrant than ever..

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Brussels, the international capital of Belgium, where everyday there is something new happening..

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The apartment is located only a 5 minute walk from the office and 15 minutes from the city center.
It is fully furnished with all the necessary facilities. There are 2 bedrooms, so each of the volunteers can have his own personal space..

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The main task during the Convention is behind the Registration Desk, where all the participants register for the proposed activities.