_nicole_

All of the cities you've mentioned, with the possible exception of Brussels/Bruges are worth going to. Bruges is great, but it's kind of a small town with not a lot to do, so unless you're not doing any other medieval small towns or want a lazy day eating chocolates and biking around the countryside then that time is better spent either in Paris or Amsterdam (the go between points). Plus, Thalys has a monopoly on Paris-Brussels trains and they are ridiculously expensive even with a Eurail pass.

Also, Snottlebocket was an excellent host. Enschede is a two hour train from Amsterdam, and you can go from there to the Romantic Road towns in Germany if you want to save a day of lodging.

no problem. my best advice i can give is try not to feel overwhelmed. just go about doing things like you would back home. people are more than willing to help you out. i once had a lady walk me 2 blocks out of her way to help me find my hostel in paris. and i must say paris is one of the most beautiful and romantic places on the planet. some say its dirty, but i think they're crazy. i'm so excited for you. i wish you only the best. give paris a kiss for me.