Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia, and in my view an under-rated part of Eastern Europe. With diverse history, architecture and interesting culture and traditions, I love travelling in this part of the world and can’t recommend it enough. Consider taking a trip and if you do here’s a few notes from my visit which […]
Split in Croatia, is an easily accessible city by land, sea and air, and a great place to spend some time and/or use as a base for day trips nearby. It’s a destination where you will want to take your time. So, here’s a few pointers to help with planning how to spend your time […]
Krakow is the former capital of Poland and the area of Wawel was once the royal residence. The times of peace here during the golden ages were superseded by some of the most horrific periods in history. Today Krakow is worth a visit for many reasons. What’s great is that there is plenty to enjoy […]
As the season of spookiness is upon us, this is a great time to visit Transylvania. One of my favourite places is Sighisoara, which is less than 2 hours from Brasov which is cheap to fly to from London. It’s certainly a little bit different to explore Sighisoara at this time of year, or head […]
If you are planning a visit to Vilnius Lithuania, don’t just stick to the Old Town with its beautiful buildings and cobbled streets. There’s a lot of local life away from the tourist trail, and pockets of artwork to admire.
Those old enough to remember Kosovo being in the news, around 20 years ago, will know of the conflict. Today, Kosovo is no longer war torn. Many cities are young and modern. Most places have recovered from those years of conflict but the past is still very raw. Located between Serbia, Montenegro, Albania and North […]