A Brief History of Istanbul Istanbul, a city that serves as a vivid testament to the passage of time, boasts a rich historical tapestry woven from its diverse roots. Originally founded as Byzantium around 660 BCE, this settlement was strategically located on the Bosphorus Strait, making it a pivotal point for trade and cultural exchange … Read more
Introduction to Krakow Krakow, one of Poland’s oldest cities, boasts a rich history that dates back over a thousand years. Situated on the Vistula River in southern Poland, it has served as a significant cultural, academic, and economic center. The city was the capital of Poland until the late 16th century and continues to play … Read more
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan trip report(Aktau to Turkmenbashi border crossing) As a long time reader of the group, this is my first trip report as I think some content would be helpful to future travelers. These two countries are fairly well covered in the group, so I’ll try to focus on adding some info that is … Read more
~ Central America Trip Ideas ~I thought I’d augment a recent Central America trip report with my take on all the fun stuff to do. This is all from a road trip I took in 2018, so it’s possible a few things are out of date, but most are still around I’m sure. 🇧🇿 Belize … Read more
