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Category: The Balkans

Croatia two week itinerary cover, best Croatia itinerary, Zagreb to Dubrovnik, Croatia Travel Route
June 2, 2024March 6, 2025Croatia, Europe, The Balkans

Two Weeks in Croatia Itinerary

Croatia, or Hrvatska as it’s called by the locals, provides a great introduction to a region in Europe that was once overlooked by tourists: The Balkans. Two weeks in Croatia […]

Top things to do in Zagreb, Croatia. Zagreb Croatia things to see and do. Where to stay in Zagreb
January 29, 2022April 1, 2022Croatia, Europe, The Balkans

Top Things To Do in Zagreb, Croatia

While I was backpacking the Balkans region of eastern Europe I spent the most time in Zagreb because I renewed my U.S. Passport at the embassy. I discovered a number of wonderful things to […]

Off-the-beaten-path Eastern European city destinations, off-the-beaten-track Europe holiday destinations, Off-the-beaten-path Eastern European Cities pinterest
January 17, 2020January 21, 2020Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Europe, Georgia, Kosovo, The Balkans

Best Eastern European Cities For An Off-The-Beaten-Path Vacation

While Western European capitals swarm with tourists from around the world, neighboring Eastern European cities, just as beautiful and historic, remain calm and quaint. Off-the-beaten-path Eastern European cities are vacation […]

Island hopping in Croatia, Croatia island hopping itinerary, backpacking Croatia's islands, how to island hop in Croatia itinerary, Split to Dubrovnik itinerary
January 15, 2020November 16, 2022Croatia, Europe, Island Hopping, The Balkans

Croatia Island-Hopping Itinerary

Croatia has been a hot destination for decades due to its beautiful architecture, natural wonders, and its islands, and tourism continues to boom. Between the coastal towns of Split and Dubrovnik […]

Bussing around the Balkans Slovenia Croatia Bosnia & Herzegovina Serbia Kosovo Montenegro Macedonia Albania Bulgaria Ultimate guide to bus around Balkan countries
June 23, 2019January 14, 2022Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Europe, Kosovo, Montenegro, Solo Travel, The Balkans, Tips

Tips For Traveling The Balkans By Bus

The Balkans are an extraordinary group of countries, located just a quick flight or bus ride away from popular Western European destinations. Because of their small size and connected history […]

Bussing around the Balkans Slovenia Croatia Bosnia & Herzegovina Serbia Kosovo Montenegro Macedonia Albania Bulgaria Ultimate guide to bus around Balkan countries
January 27, 2019November 23, 2021Europe, Montenegro, Solo Travel, The Balkans

Five Days in Montenegro Itinerary

Before I started my journey in the Balkans, I asked backpackers I met which Balkan country was their favorite. Their answers almost always included Montenegro (with Kosovo a close second). It’s […]

Bussing around the Balkans Slovenia Croatia Bosnia & Herzegovina Serbia Kosovo Montenegro Macedonia Albania Bulgaria Ultimate guide to bus around Balkan countries
December 30, 2018October 20, 2022Bosnia & Herzegovina, Europe, The Balkans

Bosnia and Herzegovina 5-day Itinerary

Bosnia & Herzegovina is an unmissable little country to travel to, if you ever find yourself in the Balkans or neighboring Croatia. Many people only know of Bosnia as a […]

National library of Kosovo in Pristina
December 24, 2018August 14, 2021Europe, Kosovo, The Balkans

Three Days in Kosovo Itinerary

Kosovo is a hidden gem within the Balkans, a region in Europe that’s already hugely underrated. With a rich history, beautiful architecture, friendly locals, and cheap prices, Kosovo is a […]

Hagia Sofia, Bussing overland by bus from Plovdiv, Sofia, Bulgaria to Istanbul, Turkey, what to expect
December 13, 2018December 17, 2019Africa/Middle East, Europe, The Balkans, Turkey

Overland Crossing from Bulgaria to Turkey – What to Expect

One main highway runs from Bulgaria to Turkey, connecting Sofia to Plovdiv to Istanbul. Travelers cross this border in troves every day, from Bulgaria to Turkey, or the opposite, from […]

Bussing around the Balkans Slovenia Croatia Bosnia & Herzegovina Serbia Kosovo Montenegro Macedonia Albania Bulgaria Ultimate guide to bus around Balkan countries
November 25, 2018January 15, 2020Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Europe, Kosovo, Montenegro, The Balkans

Bussing around the Balkans: Nine Countries, Six Weeks

When I set out on my journey across the Balkans, I only found itineraries explaining how travel bloggers had road-tripped by car. I’m glad to have discovered for myself just […]

How to renew American passport abroad
November 17, 2018March 9, 2019Croatia, Europe, The Balkans, Tips

How I Renewed my American Passport Abroad in Zagreb, Croatia

I distinctly remember the last time I renewed my American passport in 2014. I was 20 years old, and in a rush to renew my passport so I could get […]

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