Join Jackie for this solo episode on a balcony overlooking the sea in Albania as she recaps a week-long road trip full of adventures across Southern Albania. Alongside details that will help you plan a future trip to Albania, she shares her experiences and stories, which include delicious food, wild…Join Jackie for this solo episode on a balcony overlooking the sea in Albania as she recaps a week-long road trip full of adventures across Southern Albania. Alongside details that will help you plan a future trip to Albania, she shares her experiences and stories, which include delicious food, wild landscapes, the kindness of strangers, and how she and her friend got through a rather scary mishap on a steep mountain pass. Plus, she shares about what she believes is a currency stronger than money in this corner of the planet. Bring a snack or drink and pull up a chair, take notes for your own future adventure to this beautiful country!
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A historian discusses some of the most salient narratives about themselves that eastern Europeans have been passing down through generations of folklore. Then a Bulgarian tour guide lets us in on why the smaller Balkan countries of Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia are emerging as "back-door" des…A historian discusses some of the most salient narratives about themselves that eastern Europeans have been passing down through generations of folklore. Then a Bulgarian tour guide lets us in on why the smaller Balkan countries of Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia are emerging as "back-door" destinations. And tour guides from Italy share tips for people-watching among the chic and sleek in Milan's fashionable café scene — and the cocktails to enjoy while doing so.more
Listen to Kristin talk with her Patrons about living in Europe (Greece, Portugal, Albania), their side hustle struggles, and the reality of working remotely around the world. Kristin hangs out with her Patrons regularly on Zoom and decided to share this one with the world! So, you're in for an exclu…Listen to Kristin talk with her Patrons about living in Europe (Greece, Portugal, Albania), their side hustle struggles, and the reality of working remotely around the world. Kristin hangs out with her Patrons regularly on Zoom and decided to share this one with the world! So, you're in for an exclusive treat.
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Kit discusses her fall and winter exploration of the fascinating, beautiful and incredibly complicated Balkan region. In addition to some of her much loved travel tips, she shares impressions and experiences in Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo, North Mace…Independent Travel Tips plus the Balkans
Kit discusses her fall and winter exploration of the fascinating, beautiful and incredibly complicated Balkan region. In addition to some of her much loved travel tips, she shares impressions and experiences in Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Albania. If you think , "Balkans = War/No Way" or any other "Eww, scary!" thoughts : Think again!!! It's been three decades since the wars and the Balkan region is a super safe, affordable European vacation. Go there before it gets crowded and expensive!
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