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Blaznavac - Two visits Blaznavac is a fun and quirky cocktail bar. It's a hidden gem in Dorcol, Belgrade. It's a perfect spot any time of the day, from early mornings with a coffee to afternoons enjoying the sunshine and cocktails. Look for the neon painted elephant and birdcage at the entrance, quite the eclectic decor, very deceptive, take the time to explore all the nooks and crannies. It is much bigger than you think. Definitely an insta heaven with the quirkiness decor, very loungy, a cosy spot for everyone. You feel like you are sitting in a cosy backyard full of lush greenery. A diverse and high-quality cocktails list, It's a blessing that the mixologists don't drown the cocktails in sugar syrup. The team are warm and welcoming, also bursting with energy and very attentive. Come for one and stay for a few, with the extensive menu there are lots to keep you busy. Fun fact: The bar is named after the former owner of the house, Živojinu Blaznavca, who was a manager of the city from 1879 to 1887. They have made great use of the garden and the former stables.

The Village Coffee Shop - One visit A lovely little coffee shop to stop over on your drive from Krushevo (or Ohrid) to Mavrovo. Beautifully designed and very modern, with quirky features. The owners were an absolute delight, very kind with positive energy and vibe. The coffee was great, and a real treat. A perfect stop to break up the drive and support a wonderful local business.

Leonardo Pizza - Two visits Located in the heart of the old town, the best pizza in Ohrid, Macedonia. Super friendly staff preparing your authentic Italian wood fire pizza, with crispy thin crusts. If you are a fan of pineapple on pizza, they have hawaiian available (yes I know it's forbidden, but I am a fan). Great value only €4.30 for a large pizza, very tasty and a large choice of toppings. In addition to pizzas a full menu of pasta, meat and salads also. Restaurant is very cosy with a beautiful aspect when dining in with wonderful views of a church in a garden. 📷credit: Leonardo Pizza Free delivery, pick-up and dine in is available. Payment by credit card is available.

Sally and I have made the PledgeForOurPlanet by offsetting our travel carbon emissions every month via B1G1. We all can innovate and persevere in tackling our biggest challenges. Our home Our future Our planet Together we have the power to fight climate change so that our home remains the beautiful place we know. Not only have we made a pledge to our planet, but we also contribute weekly to global worthy causes via B1G1 to provide a helping hand to those that need it most. By doing so, we are also playing our part along with all the other amazing businesses out there in driving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, fight inequality and injustice, and tackling climate change for the next 15 years. Our impact so far.

Tara River Canyon is one of the deepest river canyons in Europe. It is protected as a part of Durmitor National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The canyon is also the 2nd largest in the world, following Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA. The canyon is around 1,300 meters (4,300 feet) deep. The canyon stretches from near Bistrica in Montenegro to Hum in Bosnia and Herzegovina, over 82 kilometres (51 miles). The last 36 kilometres create the border between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro. The best place to view the Tara River Canyon is Ćurevac Point.

Restaurant-Pizzeri "Kashah" - One visit A sweet and cosy restaurant for good quality food. Located in the heart of the Bazaar, with indoor and outdoor dining. The owners were very friendly, helped you navigate the menu to ensure you selected the best dishes of the day with great service. The food was delicious, especially the pizza. Great value and large serving sizes, a wide variety of dishes available and a great selection of traditional cuisine.

Gonia Restaurant - Two visits If you are lucky enough to be visiting this charming coastal village Himare in Albania, you must be sure to dine at Gonia. The owners are absolutely delightful; the food is mouthwatering, very fresh Greek with a twist. Christina, the chef/owner, is happy to share her favourite dishes of the day and surprise you. Must try the saganaki and lamb, absolutely divine! We were also very impressed with the dumplings. The wines are all local (from Greece), and the house wine is homemade and delicious. The restaurant is cosy and very comfortable; you will be ready to settle in for the afternoon, enjoying the food, ambience and wines. A lovely outdoor dining space with breathtaking views. During the colder months, we visited, so indoors was preferred, but you will be guaranteed sensational views when the sun is shining; they were still lovely on an overcast day. We dined at Gonia twice during our 5 days in Himare and were overwhelmed each visit; we just wanted to try every dish! The heart and home of Himare, cannot recommend it highly enough.

Villa Permet - Three nights Permet is another lovely little village in the mountains on the river in Southern Albania. We are so spoilt finding the most beautiful hotels, and Villa Permet definitely exceeded our expectations once again. Within an instant of arriving you feel relaxed. Villa Permet is an original home from the 1800s converted to a stunning hotel only 12 months ago, with the highest quality restoration, the architects respected the history of the building throughout. Magical views, awesome owners and staff with a family feel, and the most sensational chef. The rooms are very spacious, with a beautiful outlook over the mountain ranges. The beds were heavenly, the type where you could easily stay snuggled up all morning after a very peaceful sleep. We loved the food journeys we were taken on by the sensational chef, the freshest quality of ingredients, traditional Albanian food with a fusion twist. The food was gourmet and the lamb was delicious, farm to plate, and locally resourced. We enjoyed a lazy lunch each day in the beautiful restaurant, soaking up the sun on the beautiful terrace, you also are spoilt with the sunrises and sunsets over the mountain ranges. A special thank you to Georgie (our nickname) and the owners for taking the best care of us and making sure we had everything we needed, he organised the most memorable horse ride through the mountains and canyon with Funky Guest House & Adventures and was helpful in contacting our taxi to get us to our next destination. Georgie also has a very extensive knowledge of wines, they have a solid collection of high-quality Italian, local, and Kosovo wines. Cannot recommend Villa Permet highly enough, it is tucked away just up on the hill, only a few minutes walk from the centre of the village.

Hotel Argjiro - two nights Hotel Argjiro is located in a beautiful historical building, full of rich history. We had high expectations for this hotel based on reviews and friendly communication whilst booking via email. Unfortunately upon arrival, the staff didn't help with luggage nor did we receive the warm greeting we were hoping for, but just asked for passports and were given our key to find our room. We felt the hotel lacked warmth from the staff and there was no atmosphere. The rooms were spacious enough and well furnished with comfortable beds. The room did have a beautiful terrace that overlooked the bazaar. We chose a room overlooking the bazaar which was beautiful, although if you are a light sleeper you may want to opt for another room, due to the barking dogs all night long. The breakfast was quite a spread, unfortunately, it missed the mark for us and some of the dishes were served cold when should have been hot. Not the usual quality we have become to enjoy in Albania. The restaurant is hidden away at the back of the hotel, with no windows or view, so the ambiance is cold. We decided to reduce our stay and move to the new Hotel Fantasy which ticked all our boxes from luxury accommodation, cuisine, and the warmest and friendliest staff, you are also spoilt with the most breathtaking views of the mountains and the Castle of Gjirokastra.

Ujëvara e Borshit - One visit Perfect cafe for a coffee stop driving from the Albanian Riviera to Drino Valley, we stopped here during our drive from Himara to Gjirokaster. Friendly service, great coffee, and you are surrounded by the waterfalls running straight through the cafe. Ample outdoor dining to relax and listen to the relaxing tones of the waterfall. Great value at 500 (ALL) for 3 coffees.