Serbia
After thoroughly enjoying our ride on Florentia Bus from Sofia to Belgrade, we were a little more nervous for our return ride from Belgrade to Sofia. The only option for a direct bus between Belgrade and Sofia was an overnight bus that left at pretty much the worst...
Romania
Bucharest is a city full of contrasts. It’s not the most immediately beautiful city in the world, the way that London or Rome are for some. But Bucharest has a lot of hidden charms that are waiting for the curious, intrepid explorer. Formerly called “Paris...
Serbia
Belgrade is a beautiful city – there is no denying it. From its wide boulevards with an eclectic mix of architectural styles to its countless hip coffee shops, Belgrade is photogenic to the max. Unfortunately, not everyone seems to have gotten the memo, and...
Bulgaria, What to Do
I love Sofia in winter – the city just comes to life under a pile of snow. I love the look of the yellow vintage trams on snowy streets, the churches covered in snow, the cap of snow on Vitosha in the distance. Here are 11 wonderful things to do in Sofia in...
Serbia
I’ll admit, I did not have high hopes for going from Sofia to Belgrade. Years of Balkan bus experience has taught me that several things can and likely will go wrong. So my recent bus trip from Sofia to Belgrade was so pleasant, it almost felt like a...
Bulgaria, What to Do
While we both love Sofia, we must admit that Veliko Tarnovo is one of the most beautiful cities in Bulgaria and a can’t-miss for travelers to Bulgaria. It’s also a popular hub for day trips further afield to explore the small and beautiful traditional...
