Balkans

One day in Jajce: the perfect itinerary

Jajce is one of those Bosnian towns that captivates you from the moment you arrive. It almost looks too good, ...
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Two Tickets To Mostar: Autumn in Bosnia and Herzegovina – Part Two

We woke on our second morning in Mostar (read part one here) after a somewhat unsettled night. Our aparthotel, though ...
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11 of our Favourite Buildings in the Balkans

It’s no secret that we love the Balkans. Ever since our first visits to this magnificent region back in 2014, ...
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Banja Luka: Our Guide to Visiting the Kastel Fortress

We arrived in Banja Luka on a warm March weekend, the pleasant sunshine powering us through our two-night stay. We ...
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How to find the iconic viewpoint overlooking Jajce’s waterfalls

If you have ever searched for images of Jajce, one of the most charming towns in Bosnia and Herzegovina, you’ve ...
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One day in Gjakova: 10 of our favourite things to do

Whilst many visitors to Kosovo flock to the cities of Prizren and Pristina, the small town of Gjakova is well ...
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Two Tickets To 2023: a year in review

Well, that’s a wrap for 2023. It’s been quite the year. Our focus for the first couple of months was ...
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Visiting the National Library of Kosovo: Pristina’s most iconic building

The National Library of Kosovo is often branded as one of the ugliest buildings in the world. In some peoples’ ...
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How to travel from Skopje to Ohrid by bus

With winding streets lined with classic Ottoman-style houses and the iconic red-brick church at Kaneo, the lakeside city of Ohrid ...
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4 of our favourite cities to visit in Kosovo, Europe’s newest country

With towering mountains, ancient monasteries and a thriving food scene, Kosovo – Europe’s youngest country – is attracting increased attention ...
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Exploring the Patriarchate of Peć, one of Serbian Orthodoxy’s most holy sites

“Passports, please!” The police officer wandered over with a kind smile. He extended his hand, beckoning to us. We fumbled ...
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How to travel from Prilep to Skopje by train in North Macedonia

During our trips to North Macedonia, we mostly travelled by bus, with hundreds of routes offering easy access to towns, ...
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