Author Archives: Two Scots Abroad

How To Get To Sarajevo Bobsled Track + Video

Bosnia and Herzegovina Abandoned Bobsled Track

There something slightly creepy yet cool about the Sarajevo bobsled track /bob steza which sits hidden by nature at the top of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s (BiH) Mount Trebević. In 1984, less than a decade before the Bosnian war and the Sarajevo Siege, Bosnia’s capital city, Sarajevo, played host to the Winter Olympics. The country opened […]

Jam-Packed 2 Days in Paris Itinerary + Map

Le Nemours Paris

Planning a trip and looking for the perfect 2 days in Paris itinerary? From museums to Montmartre, cafes to Champs-Élysées, this jam-packed itinerary details things to do from morning to night. I’ve also included tips on how to get around, where to stay and eat as well as budget and time-saving tips. So let’s dive […]

One Day in Paris: Four Itineraries + Map

Louvre lit up at night

Celebrated architecture, popular museums, cafe culture and of course, the twinkling Eiffel tower, one day in Paris is just about enough to enjoy a taster of what the French capital has to offer. This 24-hour guide will detail exactly what you should do to get the best out of your Paris itinerary, provide advice on […]

Where to Eat in Lisbon: Cheap Eats Under €30

Where to eat in Lisbon restaurants_

Did you know that they eat snails in Lisbon? Portugal’s capital, Lisbon has a large variety of meals on offer but if you are an affordable travel fan like me, you’ll devour our tips on where to eat in Lisbon for under €30 (for 2!) I’ve also thrown in Lisbon food prices and a health […]

5 Day Trips from Lisbon: Tarts, Castles + Beaches

Cascais I Lisbon Day Trips Beaches

Looking for tips on the best day trips from Lisbon? Look no further! While the city of Lisbon, with its tiles, tantalising tarts, and trams, is so lovely there is a good excuse to leave. Not far from the Portuguese capital, you will find vineyards, beaches, castles and palaces. So let’s take a look at […]