Europe
Explore the countries of Europe. The history, the food, the people, the experiences. Find travel tips, itineraries and stories from my European wanderings.
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Budapest: Western European Vibe with Eastern European Prices
There was just something about Budapest. A city with loads of history and a cool vibe. From Castle Hill built to defend the city against Mongolian invaders, to the nightlife of gritty bars…
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Exploring Kiev: Capitol of Ukraine
I lived in Ukraine for two years as a Peace Corps volunteer and spent a good amount of time in Kiev. It's a pretty cool city, with amazing history, Soviet-style architecture and a…
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Six Days in Crimea with 10 Ukrainian Teachers
I had been at my new school serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Ukraine for a week before I was invited to go to Crimea with 10 teachers, their spouses, the Principal…
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First Day of School, Ukraine style
Today is another holiday in Ukraine, The Day of Knowledge, or as we call it in America- the first day of school. But, of course, in Ukrainian style they must have a huge…
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Peace Corps Ukraine: Pig Slaughtering and an Ogre
This vegetarian survived the pig slaughtering, slightly scarred for life, but not totally scarred for life. Two weeks into the twelve week Peace Corps Ukraine pre-service training in a northern Ukrainian village, my…
