Slovakia

Jason and I travel a lot, so much so that we often forget where we have been in a given year (don’t worry, I am not expecting a pity party!!). To help overcome this issue and to share some of our annual highs (and lows), this is the second in …

Bratislava is shedding its communist heritage and emerging like a butterfly from its chrysalis. Modern architectural gems are sprouting up around the city, replacing the grey and drab tenements of yesteryear. It’s an exciting time to visit, as the city blends baroque beauty with the sleek and chic.  First time …

Bratislava has an incredible public transport network, however for a non-Slovak speaker, it can be challenging to decipher. Route maps seem hard to come by and it isn’t clear what stop names apply to which destination. That’s why I’ve put together this handy guide of public transport in Bratislava which …

Once I’d booked my flights and started researching places to visit in Bratislava, I quickly became discouraged. There seemed little of note to see, and much less chatter on social media and travel blogs about the wonders of this hidden European gem. I solicited recommendations on a few occasions and …