Slovenia - Photos from the capital
You know famous capitals like Bangkok, Budapest, Buenos Aires and Brussels but have you ever wondered what the capital of Slovenia is??
It’s Ljubljana, the prettiest little city you’
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Cycling in Slovenia - 2024
If you’re looking for a great place to experience tourism by bicycle this post is for you.
We were a group of 15 cyclists, mostly from Fernie, British Columbia,
Albania - Part 3, A bunker obsession
I keep delving further into the unusual history of this country. The key figure is Mr. Enver Hoxha, a decent enough looking guy born in 1908 (the same year as
Albania - Part 2, architecture, pyramid schemes, fashion, religion and hot springs
If you’re curious about Albania here are a few more tidbits from my bike trip.
Tirana, the capital city I’d never heard of before, has some surprising architecture.
Biking in Albania - Part 1
Not sure where Albania is?
Here’s your geography lesson for the day.
It’s a hop across the sea from the heel of Italy. It’s north of Greece.
Santiago de Apoala
Here are my photos from a pretty little village tucked in a valley in the Mixteca region of Oaxaca state, about two hours from the city.
A exceptionally tidy pueblo
Pouring a lot of beer into the ground
A long line of residents from Santiago Apoala waited patiently for their turn to carefully pour a small glass of mezcal, a large glass of pop filled to the brim,
Mexican babushkas?
Here's a Oaxacan clothing issue I've been pondering.
Why do some women at the Tlacolula market wear headscarves that look like they were borrowed from a
Now That’s a Wedding!
There's nothing private about these Oaxacan celebrations. The bride and groom seem more than happy to share their big day with enthralled tourists, all taking pictures to send
Would You Like This Hike?
Blue, blue sky and over-sized agave at 10,500 ft elevation.
Cool, clear air and pure tranquility.
Those crazy tall pompoms are the spectacular blooms of the giant agave, also
