““If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay at home.” – James Michener I think I could end this post right here and we would all (including myself) leave the wiser. This quote by James Michener pretty much sums up my philosophy of travel. … More Authentic Travel: Making Cultural Connections
We have covered a ton of logistical information in this series, such as getting around, finding accommodation, and getting the best food. This installment will throw together all the little details that may not fall into those broader categories, but you will benefit from being aware of! First let’s get some basics out of the … More A Complete Guide To Visiting Kosovo: Know Before You Go
Landing in Kosovo The Airport The Adem Jashari airport is very small, and the people very friendly, so you will have no problems finding your way out. Once you get your suitcase and head out the door, you have three options to leave the airport (provided you don’t have someone picking you up. Option #1: … More The Complete Guide to Visiting Kosovo: Transportation
It’s no secret that people in the Balkans love their coffee. People in Kosovo drink coffee socially almost daily. Or for many of them, multiple times a day. There is a coffee shop (or two or three) on every corner, and they are set up specifically for coming in with a friend or two, ordering … More Best Coffee Shops in Peja, Kosovo
Kosovo is full of delicious traditional food and quality coffee. Top tier food will be found inside Kosovar homes, so if you can make a friend and score an invite into a home, this cannot be beat! However, this won’t be the case for most travelers. In this installment of our series we’ll discuss how … More A Complete Guide to Visiting Kosovo: Eating Out
Everything you need to know to plan your visit to Europe’s youngest country. A trip to a new destination can be daunting. The Balkans are somewhat difficult to navigate without proper knowledge, and it can cause you to miss out on some of the best of what this region has to offer. After living in … More A Complete Guide To Visiting Kosovo: Planning Your Trip
Kosovo? What is that? Where is that? I’ve never heard of it. Isn’t that super war-torn? Why would you want to go there? These are all variations of the many questions I would receive during the time that I lived in Kosovo (and even now that I am back in the States but I visit … More 5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Kosovo
If you’re unfamiliar with the Balkans, it’s hard to understand the treasure that lies inside them. However, if you’ve spent any time traveling around this peninsula, you know that gorgeous mountains, rich history, friendly people, incredibly affordable experiences, amazing food, and entertaining moments are in no short supply. My home for a couple of years … More What to do in Peja, Kosovo
How to Survive a Long-Haul Flight (and actually feel alive when you land) I LOVE flying. People think I am weird but I love the whole experience. Being in airports, people-watching businessmen and cheesy tourists from all over the world, and listening to the sounds of a million different languages collide as everyone passes through … More Long-Haul Flight Survival Guide
Here in Kosovo convenience is not the goal for every facet of our lives. We have all of the essential modern conveniences like indoor plumbing, of course, and most of the extras like cars and wifi and even a few fast-food restaurants. However, compared to life in America, “convenience” is basically nonexistent. And that’s okay. … More The god of Convenience
This winter, if someone had been to ask me, “Where do you live?” my reply probably would have been, “Great question.” My home is in Florida, in a small town of just over 1,000 people. However, I moved last summer to Peja, Kosovo, a city of about 200,000 people in the Balkan peninsula. Peja is … More Home Away From Home (…away from home away from home)
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