Driving in Albania I assume that the Oldies picked Fushë-Krujë as a base because it is so close to Tirana, only about 25 km away. But first you have to actually get there – and preferably in one piece. Which is not a foregone conclusion in this country. The death traps start before you even leave Fushë-Krujë. Luckily, His eagle-eyed Lordship was quick enough to spot the dangers. After a couple near misses, he had it down pat. Out of…
Impressions of Perast and Kotor ‘She’ll be coming down the mountains when she comes…’ Her Ladyship was a darn sight more relaxed as we made on our way back down the mountains from Nikšič towards the coast. Singing her head off, she was, god help us all! The roads here were certainly less scary than on the white-knuckle ride through the Durmitor National Park. But I preferred it when she was terrified. At least it kept her quiet. You couldn’t…
Durmitor National Park Drive I couldn’t believe it! His Lordship actually did get up at 6.30 the next morning! Worse still, Her Ladyship dragged herself – and me – out of bed to join him down at Crno Jezero, the Black Lake. I was in a black mood, I can tell you! Once I got over the rude awakening though, I had to admit it was worth getting up for this. The atmosphere at the water’s edge was magical and…
Scenic route from Bar to Žabljak Off into the hinterland we go, without the caravan in tow. Which turned out to be the best idea ever… The Oldies left the caravan on the campsite and set off to explore inland Montenegro, following the advice of an Englishman who had lived there for ten years. The route he suggested has got to go down as the most beautiful drives on our travels yet! I had to say goodbye to the coast…
Drive along Lake Skadar, Montenegro I was in my element at the beach, but the Oldies were soon keen to go exploring further afield. I have to admit that my interest was piqued when I heard that inland Montenegro is supposedly even more stunning than the coast. Now, that I had to see. This coastline takes some beating! The Dynamic Duo chose a drive along Lake Skadar as their first outing. Not terribly ambitious, I thought. Sure it’s only a…