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Millennium Cross Hike: Experience Mount Vodno’s Stunning Vista

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On our second afternoon in Skopje, we stopped for lunch in the Old Bazaar, joined by Simon, one of the Germans we met during the free Skopje walking tour. We ate some delicious food: Tim and I chose Kebapchinya, Ana decided to get the ubiquitous Shopska salad, and Simon chose the baked beans. Over lunch, somehow we suddenly decided to go together on a Millennium Cross hike. We also talked about a lot of other things and discovered that we had a lot of things in common. Tim and Simon had actually gone to the same university, though they finished …

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Skopje Walking Tour: Discover the City for Free with Miha

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Early in the morning, we woke up and had a quick breakfast at Urban Hostel & Apartments. We then went to Skopje‘s center and split up. Ana and I went to the Memorial House of Mother Teresa, which was the Skopje walking tour starting point. In the meantime, Tim went to walk around in the city on his own. Join me and Ana to find out about the free Skopje walking tour we went on! Highlights of the free Skopje walking tour It was the first time I went on a walking tour. It was interesting that we had a diverse group of Americans, Australians, …

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Kantina Restaurant Skopje: The No. 1 Spot to Dine in North Macedonia

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On our first day in Skopje, we were looking for a place to eat, recommended by Lonely Planet. Sadly, it no longer existed, as we soon found out after asking around. However, our steps took us to a really nice place nearby, where we heard some good music: Kantina Restaurant, Skopje. And I loved the food and the atmosphere so much that I absolutely had to share this with you. So don’t skip going to Kantina when you visit Skopje. Keep reading to find out why! Kantina Restaurant Skopje has friendly staff We sat down on the terrace and a very …

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Skopje North Macedonia Travel: Best Tips for a Great Start

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As the sun began its ascent behind the majestic peaks of Rila National Park, we reluctantly bid farewell to the serene Rila Monastery. The journey to Skopje, North Macedonia awaited us, and we were eager to embark on the next chapter of our Balkan road trip. The road, however, had other plans. With construction crews diligently working to expand the pathways and freshly cut trees strewn across our path, our progress was slow, almost teasingly so. But as the saying goes, “It’s not about the destination, but the journey”. And what a journey it was! As we navigated the winding …

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Eat and Drink in Bulgaria: 10 Best Bulgarian Delicacies to Try

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Today we’ll cover the top 10 things to eat and drink in Bulgaria when you’re traveling through the Balkans. But first, let me introduce you to Bulgarian cuisine. Bulgarian cuisine is part of Southeast Europe’s Mediterranean cuisine and it’s very similar to other Balkan cuisines. Bulgarian cuisine is a diverse and delectable fusion of regional influences and the nation’s own distinctive traditions. It is renowned for its substantial meals that are filling and created with flavorful spices and fresh ingredients. An entrée to traditional Bulgarian cuisine Salads are frequently used as starters in Bulgarian cuisine, along with a variety of soups such as …

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