On Tuesday, I turned 30. I celebrated my birthday on the road through Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda. As I’ve been spending a lot of time on buses staring out the window at the East African savanna, I’ve been reflecting on my first 30 years of travel. So I put together this list of […]
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Plovdiv, Bulgaria stands out from the rest of Eastern Europe. While it’s one of the oldest cities on the continent, it also has a distinctively eclectic feel. It has character. But for visitors who visit Plovdiv on a tight timeline, the sheer number of museums and attractions can be overwhelming. So I put together this […]
Sofia is underrated among travelers in Eastern Europe. Many complain that it’s a boring city. But the naysayers are wrong. Sofia is one of Europe’s most low-key capitals. You’ll fall in love with its relaxed vibe, friendly locals, and gorgeous churches and monasteries. Like the rest of Bulgaria, it’s very affordable. And there are plenty […]