Category: Travel
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Kvanefjord, Greenland, day 5, 230926
Into Kvanefjord – Ice, Waterfalls and a Taste of the Wild After yesterday’s excitement, today started with something a little more familiar – the gym. We managed some time on the treadmill and with the weights before heading off for breakfast. It felt quite strange doing a normal gym session while surrounded by the vast…
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Nuuk, Greenland, day 4, 220926
From Iceland to Greenland – Finally Setting Sail After a reasonably good night’s sleep at Hotel Askja, we were up before most of the city, with the alarm going off at around 5am. Our coach was due to collect us and take us to the airport, and after yesterday’s travel dramas, there was one thought…
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From Reykjavík to… nowhere! Day 3, 210926
After a reasonably good night’s sleep, we started the day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. There was plenty to choose from – cheese, meats, salad, yoghurt, fruit, bacon, eggs and all the usual breakfast favourites. We certainly weren’t going to go hungry! The weather in Reykjavík wasn’t looking particularly inviting, so with our…
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Reykjavik, Iceland, 200926 – Day 2: Reykjavík Waterfront Walk & Preparing for Greenland
On our final day in Reykjavík, we fueled up on a traditional Icelandic breakfast, explored the city’s stunning coastal art and harbour landmarks—including the iconic Sun Voyager and a magical farewell rainbow—and refueled with local fish and chips and craft beer. After picking up a mandatory Christmas ornament souvenir and prepping our bags for our…
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Jablanica – The Museum of the Battle for the Wounded on the Neretva – Muzej Bitka za ranjenike na Neretvi
Overview The Battle of Neretva, fought between February and March 1943, is often referred to as the “Battle for the Wounded.” It was a pivotal World War II clash in Bosnia in which Yugoslav Partisans, led by Josip Broz Tito, managed to escape a large-scale Axis encirclement. Despite being heavily outnumbered, cut off, and responsible…
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Dubrovnik, Croatia, day 8, 080526: From Minarets to Medieval Walls: Returning to Dubrovnik
From Bosnia and Herzegovina to Dubrovnik: A Journey Back to the Adriatic An early start came naturally, helped along by the familiar sound of the call to prayer echoing across the city at 5am. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the adhan is still an important part of daily life, particularly in areas shaped by centuries of…
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Mostar, BiH, day 6, 070526: Rain, remembrance and reflections in Mostar
A Slow Start to the Day Breakfast at the hotel was a simple but satisfying spread of cold meats, cheeses, fresh salad, bread, olives, fruit, yogurt and drinks, a very Balkan start to the morning and a nice change from breakfasts back home. Outside, however, the weather had turned. Rain drifted steadily across the city…
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Mostar, BiH, day 5, 060526: Rails, Rivers and the Warm Welcome of Mostar
The alarm sounded painfully early at 5:15am, but there was something exciting about heading out into the quiet streets before sunrise. With bags packed and eyes still adjusting to the day, we made our way by taxi to Sarajevo Railway Station for the next part of our Bosnian adventure. Boarding the Train to Mostar After…
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Sarajevo, BiH, day 4, 050526 – Sixty in Sarajevo: A Day of History, Flavour and Celebration
A Birthday Morning in Sarajevo We woke a little later than usual today—perhaps the city sensed it was no ordinary morning. It was JC’s 60th birthday, after all, and the day began with warm wishes from family and friends before we headed down for a relaxed buffet breakfast. With no rush and a full day…
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Sarajevo, BiH, Day 3, 040526 – From Trebinje to Sarajevo: A Journey Through Herzegovina’s Hidden Stories
A Sweet Start to the Journey The day began a little differently than usual—with sweet pancakes and Nutella for breakfast. Not my typical choice, but somehow it felt right. We sat out on the terrace, soaking up a warm, sunny morning, the kind that quietly promises a memorable day ahead. On the Road to Sarajevo…
