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Peru is up there with one of the best places I have visited! Its people are incredibly friendly, the “touristic” landmarks are fantastic, and the country is very cheap! We arrived in Cusco on a flight from London via Bogota with Avianca. We designated a few days for acclimatisation – as Cusco sits at a whopping 3,399m […]

I am such a lover of “rogue travel”. There is something so special about being in a place without tourists – or even places you feel you “shouldn’t” necessarily be! I always get a buzz of joy when exploring these exotic destinations, and Transnistria absolutely didn’t disappoint in this regard!! Join me as I take

Join me as my travels take me through Moldova – Europe’s least visited country!  Moldova is a rather isolated country located in Eastern Europe. Cheap flights to the capital, Chisinau, are few and far between, and in all honesty – there’s not that much to do here. We arrived on a bus from Iasi and spent just one full day exploring the streets

Romania is a country clouded by negative stereotypes. The “Western” opinion of this region is less than favourable, and I was slightly pessimistic about what to expect when travelling here. However, after spending just 8 days in this marvellous country, I can tell you that it is so far from the truth. Romania is a beautiful and

Welcome to the final leg of my Balkan adventure, which takes us to the Albanian capital of Tirana! Read on to explore my recollections and experiences of this vibrant and unforgettable city. Sections of this article: Bus from Pristina to Tirana (via Prizren) What to see in Tirana Where to buy an Albania flag patch

Welcome to the first leg of my Balkan backpacking adventure through North Macedonia, Kosovo and Albania! Join me as I take you through North Macedonia – a region littered with rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Sections of this article: Arrival in Skopje What to do in Skopje Taking the bus from Skopje to Ohrid Location

I would consider myself quite a rogue traveller by nature. I have always found it fascinating to see and experience places that others tend to neglect. So naturally, when a Balkan excursion through North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Albania was suggested – I leapt at the idea! Sections of this article: Arriving in Kosovo Where we

Before we start, please note that I am not affiliated in any way with any of the companies that I may recommend on this website, and that this information is purely from my personal experience. 1. Make sure to check the entry requirements before you travel. . This may include visa applications, passenger locator forms,

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