The decision to visit Palermo, the capital of the Italian island of Sicily, was as spontaneous as a change in the wind. Yet, this totally unplanned move turned out to be one of the best trips I have ever taken. I fell in love with the city's gorgeous monuments, bustling street life, and tantalizing aromas… Continue reading Palermo on a Whim
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The Most Underappreciated European Country: Bosnia & Herzegovina
When I talked with friends about plans to visit Bosnia & Herzegovina, most of them would ask: "To visit what?" The other common reaction was: "Really? Why bother?" Situated on the Balkan Peninsula, Bosnia & Herzegovina (informally known as "Bosnia") is a country in southeastern Europe. With a population of about 3,5 million and a… Continue reading The Most Underappreciated European Country: Bosnia & Herzegovina
Alexei on the Road 