Driving seems to be the way to get around Iceland. We found the options for public transportation to be lacking, especially in further to reach destinations, so to get where we wanted to go, we knew we needed to drive. Things to should know about getting gas in Iceland. 1. Most Gas Stations are Self Service Many of the gas stations you’ll pass … [Read more...]
Category: Europe
Places to visit in Northern Cyprus
As places go Northern Cyprus is still one that seems to be a mystery for a lot of people. With an interesting history, it has been off-limits for many years that often people these days don’t know how much more accessible it is. Separated in the 70s following a Military Coup the island has seen tension between the Greek and Turkish sides that … [Read more...]
Visiting Europe’s Oldest City – Plovdiv Bulgaria
“It’s the most beautiful city in all of Bulgaria” Orlina stated as we were making our way to Plovdiv Bulgaria. That seemed a lot to live up to for sure and as one of her favorite places I was excited to share this with a friend. Orlina while from Bulgaria was living in Jordan at the same time as I was so it was lovely to get to visit her in her … [Read more...]
Belogradchik Bulgaria (The Rocks and Belogradchik Fortress)
Small white town. Or at least that is the meaning of the name when you look it up online. I will have to confirm that with the couple Bulgarians I do actually know. But it was a small town for sure and strangely one of the “most famous” places in Bulgaria. Which may be true given I know nothing about the place. But it was a place my Bulgarian … [Read more...]
The Best Things to Do in Nis Serbia
Even though Nis is the third largest city in Serbia, it is one of the more overlooked ones to visit. People often find themselves in Belgrade and Novi Sad and some of the other surround areas and don’t venture far enough to visit this beautiful city. My friend had been living in Belgrade for a while now and had yet to see Nis herself. So we made … [Read more...]
Museum of Aviation – Belgrade, Serbia
I’m a bit of a plane geek. Or rather an aerospace geek. It all started back when I was a kid wanting to be an astronaut or a military pilot. Sadly my eyesight was too poor for such a job possibility but it didn’t stop my constant love for the technology. I tend to try to visit these museums whenever I find myself in various parts of the … [Read more...]
Animals in Iceland
For many people, their impression of Iceland is one of a desolate ice covered rock. But in reality there is a lot of greenery and wildlife in Iceland. While it isn’t such as places further south with a greater diversity of fauna, the animals of Iceland both include native species such as Puffins and imported species such as Sheep and Horses. … [Read more...]
Hotel Review: Hotel Lepenski Vir – Serbia
Have you got your accommodations for tonight? – Alexander Asked No not yet, we are thinking maybe to check out the hotel in town. – I replied Well there is only one hotel in town – he answered That makes sense, it is a very small town – I replied It does however have 500 rooms Wait…what? We sat there talking with Alexander about hiking … [Read more...]
First impressions: Serbia
There is something about Serbia. I really can’t put my finger on it but sadly most of my knowledge and understanding of the country comes from the 90s, during the wars in the Balkans. I was young then and my memory of it these days is hazy but watching the news you learned that the Serbians were the aggressors in the war. The enemies. We may not … [Read more...]
11 of the Most Incredible Places to Visit in Normandy France
With its beautiful country-side, rugged, coast, and storied history, Normandy is one of the best places to visit in France. Most people know it as the place of D-Day the landmark invasion during World War 2 that was a turning point in the war. However, while there is a lot to see (and should be seen) in relation to that, there is actually quite a … [Read more...]
That day in Istanbul
It was Saturday. The weather was chilly and cloudy, an early spring morning in Istanbul. I stood on the corner, munching on bread, trying to figure out where I wanted to explore this day. Just your average Saturday morning that you often have while traveling and wandering. It wasn’t even noteworthy to photograph; places I had been so many times … [Read more...]
Travel Information: Baku Azerbaijan
Where is Baku Located? Baku, the largest city in Azerbaijan is located on the banks of the Caspian Sea in the eastern tip of Azerbaijan. Baku is the capital and commercial hub of Azerbaijan with a population of over 2 million people. The city itself covers 830 sq. miles (2100 sq. km) and actually sits below sea level at –92ft (-28m). The GPS … [Read more...]
