Central Europe’s Small Town Delights
Much of Central and Eastern Europe remains untouched by tourists and unknown to many. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing… Check it out! Continue reading Central Europe’s Small Town Delights
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Lukomir Ethno Village: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Blast From the Past
Our first day’s hike of nearly 9 kilometers took us to a Bosnian Ethno Village said to be a ‘blast from the past’, a place where life continues just as it’s always been… Continue reading Lukomir Ethno Village: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Blast From the Past
pLOVEdiv, Bulgaria: Loving Europe’s Oldest Town
Bulgaria’s second largest city claims to be the oldest in Europe. The town’s simple play-on-words slogan “PLOVEdiv” has spread to more than just souvenirs. Everything about the city radiates love. Continue reading pLOVEdiv, Bulgaria: Loving Europe’s Oldest Town
The Magical Mystery of Sibiu Romania
Sibiu is most certainly charming, most certainly a cultural hub, and most certainly a special gem. Even through smokey walkways it’s easy to find its magic… Continue reading The Magical Mystery of Sibiu Romania
Life on a Romanian Monastery: Day Trips and Promises
There are many stories still left untold – maybe someday they’ll make an appearance. These are some of the greatest memories, and they’re not over yet… Continue reading Life on a Romanian Monastery: Day Trips and Promises
Life on a Romanian Monastery: Pestera Romanesti’s Concert in a Cave
The entire walkway was filled with eager ears, and the music began: musicians from Filarmonicii Banatul Timisoara (Timisoara Philharmonic) were led by a Spanish director and boasted solos by both a talented violinist and baritone… Continue reading Life on a Romanian Monastery: Pestera Romanesti’s Concert in a Cave
Life on A Romanian Monastery: The Facts
And so it continues. I could elaborate and write volumes about this, but for now will keep it (kind of) short. Here are the facts of our life on the monastery… Continue reading Life on A Romanian Monastery: The Facts
Life on a Romanian Monastery: One Unforgettable Month
…Each of these women are Maica: nuns living on this monastery for what will most likely be the rest of their lives.
With them, I lived, worked, ate, and learned for one month. One unforgettable month… Continue reading Life on a Romanian Monastery: One Unforgettable Month
Football in Kosovo: A Border Battle Like No Other
There was no ‘boo’ing or bashing an opponent because there was no opponent. And the final score? You’ll have to read to find out! Continue reading Football in Kosovo: A Border Battle Like No Other
Americans in Kosovo: Finding Bill and Hillary
While in Serbia, I stumbled upon an article written about Kosovo’s capital, Pristina. It was lacking a lot of relevant information but did include two photographs which caught my eye with a brilliance I just couldn’t ignore. I fumbled with … Continue reading Americans in Kosovo: Finding Bill and Hillary
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