The Balkans – that mysterious piece of land caught western Europe and the mysterious east – is for many still just some lines on a map. A place of which big parts have seen a horrible war in the 90s. But let us tell you, it is an amazing travel destination, be it for a

After three more eventful days, the first Great Balkan Ride has come to an end. 1800 km, 5 countries and 8 days lie between the rally start in Sarajevo and the finish line in Thessaloniki. Check out the first part here!   Uhm… Thanks. Very Helpful! Navigation can sometimes be a bit difficult in the

The Travel Scientists have cooked up a brand new adventure rally – the Great Balkan Ride is kicking off in Sarajevo, traversing the Balkans and ending with a huge party in Sarajevo. Seven brave teams, all experienced road warriors took on the challenge.   Getting used to the Rally Gear After the handover of the rally

  Thessaloniki is the final city visited by the Great Balkan Ride,    The cultural capital of Greece, Thessaloniki, is the final city visited by the Great Balkan Ride. The minimal assistance rally will depart from Sarajevo, traversing Montenegro, Kosovo and Albania, before reaching Greece. Teams can celebrate the end of the adventure in the beach paradise of Nea

Photo by Michał Huniewicz   We tell you what to do in Sarajevo, the starting city of the Great Balkan Ride.   Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia, is a historical gem right at the heart of the Western Balkans. Fittingly, it’s the starting city for the Great Balkan Ride minimal assistance rally, which will explore the wild side of Europe,