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How to Get From Sofia to Thessaloniki by Bus, Train or Car

Last Updated on April 30, 2021May 6, 2019 by Michael Rozenblit

If you’re undertaking a long trip through the Balkans, chances are at some point you might be wondering how to get from Sofia to Thessaloniki or vice-versa. Looping through Greece is a popular option for travellers who are spending a few days in Bulgaria and want to explore some of the highlights in Northern Greece such as Meteora before venturing to Albania. Luckily it’s incredibly straight forward to get from … Read More

How to Visit Meteora on a Budget

Last Updated on September 19, 2020June 9, 2017 by Michael Rozenblit

Most Greek backpacking itineraries follow a similar path. They start with a couple of days in Athens before spending a week or two hopping around the major Greek Islands such as Ios or Santorini. Most backpackers in Greece don’t make it the northern part of the country and that is a real shame. One of the highlights of Northern Greece is Meteora, a group of monasteries built on top of … Read More