The day after our hike in Butrint National Park, we found ourselves in the town of Delvina. We spent leisurely hours, strolling along the town's cobbled streets and around its picturesque neighborhoods. We were in bed early. It would be an early one tomorrow. The program held a 30-km hike over the ridge of Mount Gjere and on to Gjirokaster.The darkness was strict and ubiquitous … [Read more...]
A Winter Trip Along The Komani Lake In Albania
Having spent a few days exploring the western portion of the Albanian Alps, it was now time to head over to the eastern one. Instead of taking the main road, we decided to try to make it from Shkoder to Bajram Curri along the Drini River. The success of this attempt was far from certain as, apart from driving, it also required catching a ferry along the Komani Lake. We weren't … [Read more...]
A Winter Hike from Saranda to Butrint National Park
At a cold and overcast daybreak, Boxing Day 2020, we woke up in our sea-looking accommodation in Saranda, Albania. Breakie, a cup of tea, and we got to do the last bits of packing. We were about to begin on our winter hike to Butrint National Park.This is a 94.24 km2 area stretching over and around Butrint Lake, south of the city of Saranda. It encompasses a variety of … [Read more...]
Borsh Castle, Albania: Day Trip From Saranda
Borsh Castle, also called Sopot Castle, is a ruined fortress situated on a rugged hilltop above the village of Borsh in the Albanian Riviera. The structure's origins date back to antiquity, and its current standing remnants were put together during several reconstruction phases throughout the Middle Ages. Borsh Castle remained in use and maintained its strategic importance well … [Read more...]
In Ban Lep Karok, Chumphon Province – South Thailand Road Trip pt. 17
Day #17 (6/7/20)Distance travelled: 258.7 kmThe sky was a beautiful orange as we rose from our slumber. We had to make a quick exit from the tent as the temperature was steadily rising by the sun's hot rays. Where else to go but the sea! We had a nice, rejuvenating swim, and took our time as this was our last morning there. Dimi pointed out the island we could see in the … [Read more...]
In Haad Khanom National Park – South Thailand Road Trip pt. 16
Day #16 (5/7/20)Distance travelled: 21.1 km Today's events can be summarised into a few short paragraphs, as we did not venture far. We decided our beach camping spot needed a longer than a one-night stay due to its astounding, serene beauty.Dogs and the odd car could be heard close to the tent in the early hours of this morning. For our breakfast, shortly after waking up, we … [Read more...]
From Songkhla Lake to Nakhon Si Thammarat Province – South Thailand Road Trip pt. 15
Day #15 (4/7/20)Distance travelled: 302.9 kmI had the best night's sleep through the entire road trip last night. We got to enjoy the calm water during our brief, early morning swim. As we slowly started to load the boot with all our stuff, the pack of dogs from last night joined us on the beach. One was cheeky enough to pick up one of Dimi's sandals and walk off with it. I was … [Read more...]
Pattani, Hat Yai, Songkhla Lake – South Thailand Road Trip pt. 14
Day #14 (3/7/2020)Distance travelled: 198.6 kmCamping at Laem Pho, PattaniThe air was cool in the tent, making it very comfortable. However, the peace was disturbed by the goats bleating for most of the night. We woke up early to find our rubbish bag scattered all over the ground and the plastic takeaway containers licked clean… cheeky animals! With a cold cup of coffee in … [Read more...]
Narathiwat & Pattani – South Thailand Road Trip pt. 13
Day #13 (2/7/2020)Distance travelled: 146.6 kmWaking up in the car somewhere near PattaniA bright blue sky with a thin layer of scattered white clouds greeted us early this morning, as well as a cow that silently observed us while we got ourselves organised for the day ahead. We struggled for a while finding a coffee place, and in the end, we had to settle for a chain, Café … [Read more...]
Bang Lang Reservoir & Narathiwat City – South Thailand Road Trip pt. 12
Day #12 (1/7/2020)Distance travelled: 154.2 kmWaking up on the shore of Bang Lang LakeThe noise from several scooter engines pulling up close by the car roused us early in the morning. We watched a dad and son climb onboard one of the boats. With them, they carried a vibrant orange liquid in a plastic 1L bottle. I thought it was the kid's energy drink. It turned out to be … [Read more...]
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