Northern Cyprus sits at the edge of the Mediterranean in a category entirely its own. Beautiful beaches, ancient castles, olive groves older than most European nations — and a political situation that makes car hire here slightly more complicated than booking in, say, the south of France. The good news: it’s very manageable once you […]
Here’s what the glossy travel blogs won’t tell you about driving in Eastern Europe: it’s not the same as driving in France or Italy. The roads are inconsistent. The signage can be confusing. And in some places, the local driving style will test your nerves. But here’s the thing — I’d still recommend it. Some […]
I’ve done this route three times now, and honestly, every trip throws up something new. Border queues that weren’t there last year. A road in Albania that looked fine on Google Maps but turned into a dirt track. But that’s the Balkans for you — unpredictable, beautiful, and absolutely worth the effort if you’re prepared. […]
