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Celebrating Pride Month: A Brief History of Pride
Happy Pride Month! Here at Pedacitos Blog, we strive for authenticity and inclusivity in all that we do. Part of our mission to connect...
Alex Gerlach
Jun 15, 20213 min read


A Pedacito Of My High School: Performing Arts Academy
The rickety, yellow school bus pulls off the main road and up to the main gate of the Naval Air Engineering Base in Lakehurst, New...
Alex Gerlach
Jun 12, 20214 min read


Happy National Zoo and Aquarium Month
June is National Zoo and Aquarium Month! In 1982, President Ronald Reagan dedicated this month to zoos and aquariums to showcase their...
Alex Gerlach
Jun 12, 20212 min read


A Pedacito of the Historic Town of Gamlebyen in Fredrikstad, Norway
Travel has this amazing ability to transport us, not only through space but also time. Throughout my travels, I've walked through dozens...
Alex Gerlach
May 29, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Alex Gerlach
I used to think that I had a pretty normal childhood. I had two parents, siblings, friends, a ranch-style home, and plenty of activities...
Alex Gerlach
May 18, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Hampstead, London and The Great John Keats
As a lover of British Literature, one of the reasons I chose to study abroad in London was to immerse myself in the birthplace of the...
Alex Gerlach
May 16, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Elafonisi, Crete
I remember peering over the steep ridge from inside the bus, my gaze diving down several meters to the rocky bottom of a deep gorge. My...
Alex Gerlach
Apr 30, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Hardangervidda National Park
Whether driving or taking the train, the trip between Oslo and Bergen in Norway is breathtaking. Rolling, green pastures are surrounded...
Alex Gerlach
Apr 26, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Being an Abroad Student
Studying abroad during my last semester of college was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and one of the best decisions ever made. But...
Alex Gerlach
Apr 17, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Bergen, Norway
Bergen, Norway is a very special place to me and one I’m very excited to share with you. I’ve always struggled with the idea of where I...
Alex Gerlach
Apr 13, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Dublin, Ireland
My favorite description of Dublin has to be one made by a faculty member from my alma mater: Dublin is to London what Philadelphia is to...
Alex Gerlach
Apr 9, 20214 min read


A Pedacito of Versailles, France
The Palace of Versailles is a historical and cultural landmark located about an hour outside of Paris by train. From 1682 to 1789, it was...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 31, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Amsterdamse Bos
Amsterdam is unique and diverse with hundreds of notable landmarks like the Red Light District or the Anne Frank house. But like other...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 29, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Minori, Italy
Minori is a small town located along the Amalfi Coast, a 50 kilometer stretch of coastline that attracts travelers from around the world....
Alex Gerlach
Mar 25, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Costa Rica
I’ve done the bulk of my traveling in Europe, especially as an abroad student. So I’m familiar with European and Mediterranean climates...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 19, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Venice, Italy
Venice is a beautiful but rather small city in Northern Italy known for its architecture and history. The city is actually built on over...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 14, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Norway's Stave Churches
Norway is a popular travel destination for many reasons, one being its rich history. All across the country, you’ll find remnants of the...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 14, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Crete, Greece
Locals filled the cobblestone streets of old Chania, busy selling goods, playing music, and relaxing on a hot Saturday afternoon. The...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 14, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of Museums in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a busy city whose culture and history are extremely diverse. From exploring the red light district, taking a boat ride...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 14, 20213 min read


A Pedacito of the Cliffs of Moher
The breathtaking view of the Cliffs of Moher overlooking the famous Wild Atlantic Way draws travelers to western Ireland year-round. The...
Alex Gerlach
Mar 12, 20212 min read
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