Best of Eastern Europe. And that’s official!

So apparently, you really didn’t like my previous post.

On Romania.

I won’t apologise for it!

When coming to The British Berliner, you expect a clear description of the places that I travel to, and my thoughts.

And that is exactly what I gave you!

I thought I made it crystal clear that my post, wasn’t about the Romanian people, who were perfectly alright. Nice and friendly.

It was about Romania – the country.

I said it didn’t tickle my fancy!

I stated that I simply wasn’t overwhelmed.

Or fascinated.

And sad to say.

I wasn’t even impressed.

I’m yet to find when it ever became a crime to like everywhere.

You just can’t!

And I’m a weird one ‘cos I didn’t like the following countries either:

Slovakia.

Singapore.

South Africa.

And.

The Dominican Republic.

I don’t even like tropical beach destinations!

It just really isn’t my thing!

I know!

Although I’ve had my share of the habitual sun-kissed photograph …

I’m a happy to spend a day or two.

But certainly, not more!

Mountains and valleys are more my thing you see…

Hence the skiing!

But I wouldn’t say No to the water.

But only the water mind.

Without the beach thingy.

Because, I really don’t like hot-weather beaches!

I’m a great supporter for Europe, and even more so for Eastern Europe. I mean, you only have to scroll through this link to experience my love for the continent.

I will write about the rest of my trip to Romania.

Very soon!

If you’re here for the first time, join in the fun.

I know I will!

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Phew!

So just so that we’re all perfectly clear, here’s the best of Eastern Europe!

TRAVEL THROUGH EUROPE!

I live in Berlin.

In Germany.

And I travel a lot.

I do so because most of Europe is pretty much just around the corner, and because I can.

In fact, last year, I went to:

• Holland
• The Czech Republic
• Austria
• Croatia
• Slovenia
• Sweden
• England – twice!
• Germany

This year, I started a new job so travel has been a little erratic and this blog has been a mess, ‘cos I’ve been living in hotels for the past 6 weeks, and the wi-fi has been absolutely horrendous.

Horrendous!!!

And coupled with early morning commuting at 03.15 in the morning in some places, let’s just say that Uber has been a godsend!

However, things have settled down, and I’m now on track.

I’ve already been to

• Belgium
• Romania
• Germany

And in the summer, I’ll be travelling to:

• Sweden
• Estonia
• Latvia

And at the end of the year, I’ll be travelling to:

• The Czech Republic
• India!

Yay!

I very much enjoy travelling to Eastern Europe!

I’ve been going to the region for more than twenty (20) years, but judging by some of the comments that I get, some people think that I spent just 24 hours, and that I’ve only just passed through!

Some readers think I haven’t the slightest clue.

And some readers even think that like Queen Elizabeth I, I might actually be male!

So in no particular order, but just to whet your appetite, here’s where I consider, the best of Eastern Europe!

BEST OF EASTERN EUROPE. AND THAT’S OFFICIAL!

Some people are confused as to what constitutes Eastern Europe, and I regularly get comments from the people who live there and complain that they don’t actually live in Eastern Europe, but Eastern – Central Europe, Central Europe, South-East Europe, and even as so far as to desribe themselves as Northern Europe, and the like!

But for simplicity’s sake, and because I have a BSc. (Hons.) Political Science, and two Master Degrees, I do actually know what I’m talking about so…

Eastern Europe is the Eastern part of the European continent!

Experts say that Eastern Europe is the region that historically has Greek, Byzantine, Eastern Orthodox, Russian, and Ottoman cultural influences.

Others say that Eastern Europe is the region that was created during the Cold War, are the former communist European states outside the Soviet Union, and are (including East Germany, and East Berlin, where I live) otherwise known as the Eastern Bloc!

POLAND:

• Going to Poland: 10 reasons not to go!
• How to use the train in Poland: 10 tips to help you
• If you’re looking for a cheap holiday. The Polish Baltic Sea is pretty alright!
• I’m going to Warsaw – It’s going to be astonishing and quite wacky!
• A 5 minute introduction to Warsaw. That’s in Poland didn’t you know!
• Don’t just stand there – 23 Reasons to Do It in Warsaw!
• The food of Poland and how much I have to eat!
• The secret of eating & drinking in Warsaw – How to make pierogi and eat it!
• Best of Poland: Dumplings, & everything in between!

THE CZECH REPUBLIC:

• The time that I fell off the ski lift in the Czech Republic!
• How I came to live in Prague once upon a time – Wonderful Prague!
• I went skiing in a little Czech village in the middle of no-where: Introducing Rokytnice nad Jizerou!
• 4 Days in Prague – 40 Things to Do!
• Prague is modern but historical, exciting but easy-going, in the East but with a blend of the West. It’s just one of those perfect places!
• I’m going to Budapest & Prague AND taking the train. Yay!
• I didn’t kiss a girl but I ate fried cheese in the Czech Republic. And I liked it!

SLOVENIA:

• How to visit Slovenia: Introducing Kamnik – A town stuffed with mountains and cheese!
• Slovenia – a basic guide to food!
• Fantastic news! I’m travelling to Sweden & Slovenia by bus. Now isn’t that just awesome. Eek!
• A 5 minute introduction to Slovenia!
• 51 things to do in Ljubljana. That’s right!
• Lake Bled – 10 reasons to visit!

CROATIA:

• How to visit the Balkans: Introducing Croatia – the dream of Game of Thrones!
• 10 reasons why Zagreb is a family destination – A great place for teenagers!
• Have you ever been to Split in Croatia – Bring out the dragons!
• Croatia – a basic guide to food!
• 21 reasons why Dubrovnik is one of the top European cities to visit. If you haven’t been. Go now!

LATVIA:

• Gosh! Riga in Latvia is gorgeous: 10 reasons to go there right now!
• I’m really going to Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia & Finland, so don’t look at me like that. I’m not mad!
• The magic drink of Latvia is Balsam and I drank it!
• Oh, the Baltics. If you haven’t been. You’re so last year!

HUNGARY:

• I’m going to Budapest & Prague AND taking the train. Yay!
• Budapest is a classical city of awe! 10 amazing ways to see it!
• If you’re looking to go to a new European city then Budapest is surprisingly nice. And the food is Hungarian but really Turkish. And Italian too!
• What no one tells you about Budapest, ‘cos the views are breathtaking and the water is magical!

ESTONIA:

• How I went to Tallinn in Estonia, a Medieval Old Town surrounded by Danish Castles. How utterly charming!
• I’m really going to Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia & Finland, so don’t look at me like that. I’m not mad!
• Oh, the Baltics. If you haven’t been. You’re so last year!
• A simple guide to Estonian food and Russian beer!

LITHUANIA:

• We had a pig’s ear in Lithuania and it was chewy!
• I’m really going to Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia & Finland, so don’t look at me like that. I’m not mad!
• Oh, the Baltics. If you haven’t been. You’re so last year!
• I survived a 26 hour coach-bus adventure and I didn’t die!

SLOVAKIA:

• Should you visit Bratislava, or stay at home and not bother!
• Astonishing news! I’m going to the Philippines and I’m organising a Summer European Challenge Campaign. By train!
• 9 traditional East European things to eat in Slovakia!

Phew!

BEST OF EASTERN EUROPE. AND THAT’S OFFICIAL!

This article is not sponsored, and all opinions are really, my very own!

Next week, the Romanian places that I did like!

And in a few weeks, I’ll be revealing my next summer trip!

Stay tuned.

Yay!

That’s it for now.

See you next week!

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See you in Berlin.

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