Hi David, I hadnt done much travelling my self , untill i hit my late twenties. I think its really important and great descion you have deicded to travel. I love the choose of destinations as well. Is something a bit diffrent. I wanted to add something else to your pot.Have you considered Slovenia ? Ljubljana ?
Its really starting to get some
some good rankings in polls. Ljubljana has been voted best small city Location
in the world. Slovenia is 5th in the world as a destination. In a article by
the national geographic Ljubljana was rated as one of the most honest city.
Polls are just to get you to consider , i would recommend it to any none
European as a destination. For me what you get is a something completely
different to the larger "mainstream" European countries. This all
most a young Europe. Not over populated , mass marketed, franchised , in
personal service country. You have small family businesses , who care about
customers returning.
The country itself has from city locations with great theaters coffee bars ,
theaters , a lovely slow moving river running through the capital , trees, very
"leafy" and relaxed vibe. If you head out of Ljubljana you have
mountains, wild life that compares to many countries. Tradition as well , the
Slovenes hold on to the tradition so much and its not just displayed for the
tourist like in some countries ... these guys are celebrating there traditions
in the low season also.
Well i cant tell you everything in one post. but perhaps i have sparked a
interest. If so visit www.inyourpocket.si
Peace