Nov 29
Are you a techie? I’m not. At all. I only got my first smart phone about 7 years ago. Previously when I traveled, I relied on paper maps, Lonely Planet Guides, memory, and intuition to get around a new place. But technology has made traveling life better. Here is my early Christmas present to you …
Nov 19
There is a fair amount of outdated info online about how to get to the Olympic bobsled in Sarajevo, and in 2018, the track is more accessible than ever! Use these tips on how to get to Sarajevo Bobsled track… A Bit of Olympic Bobsled History The bobsled and luge track was built for the …
Nov 13
If you’re spending some time in Sarajevo and have a spare day, I highly recommend a day or overnight trip to Lukomir Mountain Village in Bosnia (pronounced Luke – oh – meer). This village is on the back side of Bjelasnica Mountain, about a 2-hour drive from the capital of Sarajevo. You can do it …
Nov 08
After the break-up of Yugoslavia, many of the trains in the Balkans ceased running. However, one of the most spectacular train rides in the world is still doable and takes you across two countries. Here are the details and some tips for riding the Montenegro to Serbia Train (aka Bar to Belgrade Train). My Baby …
Nov 04
Unfortunately, I am writing this post while I’m sitting wide awake in the middle of the night in London Heathrow. As I start this post, it’s 2:53 am at my original destination (Bulgaria) and 0:53 am in London. I’m so tired, and really wish I were sleeping at Heathrow Airport right now but instead I’m …
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