Blogs from Sarajevo, East, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Europe

We hadn’t intended to stay more than a night in Sarajevo as we had been to the city in 2009 and we thought we had seen all we had wanted to then.However, when we were looking at accommodation between here and our first stop in Montenegro there wasn’t a lot to choose from on the websites and what there was, was too expensive for the BBA V2.So we opted for another night in Sarajevo to break the journey. As it turned out there were other things and places for us to see and do and basically fill the day in. The weather was still grey and overcast this morning but at least there was no rain. We dressed for a daytime high of 10C which at home would have meant thick jerseys and hats if you ... read more

I'm currently sipping an expresso in Sarajevo, thinking about the generosity and hospitality I have been shown by the people of Croatia, Serbia and Bosnia during the past two weeks. Despite the wars having ended more than 10 years ago, much destruction is still evident throughout this region. I have spoken to former soldiers of the conflict, met people who have lost their limbs and seen the devastation such wars can bring to the civilian population. Despite this, I can truly say that I have never experienced such a wonderful collection of people from all sides of the borders, who without a moment's notice will invite you into their homes and feed and water you. My story begins back in Budapest, where I was cleaning my bike in the grounds of the hostel on the day ... read more

I squeezed into the last spot available, tucked up on the former stage. Tables and chairs, all fully occupied, crowded every available open space of the old cinema, Kino Bosna; people even lounged with drinks in the stadium seating. A musical trio – a guy with an accordion, another with something like a ukulele, and a singer – wove in out of the crowd performing merry songs that I could not understand, but for which the audience, young and old, clearly knew every word. The group of twenty-something guys sitting next to me offered rounds of rakija and asked me where I was from between bouts of laughing and belting out the latest song and crying over a friend’s imminent departure to Italy.One guy leaned towards me, waving his arm to indicate the cheerful chaos, and ... read more

Fingers crossed it will work on the 5th time of trying to upload pictures in bad internet zones. Here's a selection from Germany, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary. We're now in Sarajevo, Bosnia, heading to Croatia tomorrow then down the coast line to Greece. Enjoy Lorze and Andy xxx... read more

I met Dimitri in Amsterdam and it was raining and freezing which was a little shock to the system after being in 30 degree weather in Turkey. Regardless it was so great to see Dimitri!! We only spend two days in Amsterdam but we still manage to experience and enjoy all that this clean and peaceful place has to offer!! We rode bikes around the town which was good fun!! We then caught a flight to Athens, when we landed people clapped which was cool. Athens is a nice city, but at the moment there economy are suffering a lot - high rate of unemployment and while we were there there was elections and protests which was interesting to see. I love Greeks. The people are so hilarious. I honestly believe the movie MY Big Fat ... read more