Back to the Balkans

Hi all,

The next little section of our trip saw us going in a bit of a circle again, bringing us back down to the Balkan Peninsula and into Bosnia & Herzegovina's capital Sarajevo.

Such a diverse mix of architecture, people and history made Sarajevo an interesting place to visit, although not a very 'pleasant' stay, ie the food was pretty average, everything was surprisingly expensive, and was difficult to get in and out of. But seeing the spot where the First World War ignited was good, and all the various still existing remains of the Bosnian War from the 90's was very interesting, especially the now abandoned winter Olympic bob sled track from the 80's used during the war.

Anyway it was just a quick stopover before going to Split in Croatia for our week on board a vintage style boat cruising the Adriatic and Croatia's islands. Kings Landing... I mean Dubrovnik was very nice visiting and we went on an excellent kayaking trip around the city walls and to a cave. Was very relaxing (but exhausting in the 40 degree heat) on board, if not a little cramped in our tiny cabin, and we were able to swim lots, catch up on reading, visit cool little island towns, enjoy some spectacular views, and all in the exotic company of Australian travellers!

Just one more week to go now till we are home!! And our next stop of the UK is pretty much like going home anyway.

L + D

Where the lady in white is standing is where the assassin also stood to shoot

Section of original tunnel under airport that provided essential supplies to the besieged city

View from snipers positions looking down into city

Abandoned tank bunker

Jamaica has a bob sled team!

Sniper Alley during the war, crossing the highway here meant certain death. Up in the hills just above the top of the lamppost is where we were before in the abandoned bunker.