Over the last few years, Skopje has developed a reputation as being the kitsch capital of the Balkans. I'm not one to go by other people's opinions though, and so I wanted to see it with my own eyes. Here's what I thought...Where is Skopje? Skopje is the capital of the Republic of Macedonia, a small Balkan state to the north of Greece. Formerly a part of Yugoslavia, it achieved independence … [Read more...]
Cycle Around Iceland – Planning A Travel Adventure
Although I have now been living in Greece for 2 years, my cycling and travel ambitions have not changed. I have a huge list of travel adventures I want to pursue. One of those, is to cycle around Iceland. Cycle Around Iceland There are many countries I would still like to explore by bicycle. Japan, for example sounds a fascinating place to cycle around. As does Sumatra.One country … [Read more...]
Top 5 Things To Do When Visiting The UK
I've spent a lot of time promoting Greece over the last few months. This guest post of the top 5 things to do when visiting the UK gives me a chance to think of my own country though. The UK may not be as big as some of its European rivals when it comes to size, but it certainly delivers when it comes to things to do. Whether you are an outdoorsman, a city lover or you prefer being by the sea, the … [Read more...]
The Womens Tour of Britain comes to Northampton
On hearing that the the Womens Tour of Britain would pass through Northampton, I had to do a double take at first. The Womens Tour of Britain coming to Northampton? Northampton is hardly the cycling capital of the UK, is it now? But, the more I cycled around the region, the more I came to realise that it really was an inspired choice. There is some beautiful countryside in the county, as well as … [Read more...]
Pouring the Perfect Pint of Guinness – The Connoisseur Experience
Anyone that has dropped by my travel blog from time to time will have worked out two things about me. Firstly, I like to cycle around the world, and secondly, I like a beer or two! During my recent stay in Dublin for the TBEX conference, I was given the opportunity of visiting the Guinness Storehouse to go on an exclusive tour, and who was i to say no? The chance of pouring the perfect pint … [Read more...]