(written by Dave) We’ve enjoyed a nice day off the bikes here in Kotor Montenegro.  First a little history.  Montenegro is the world’s third youngest country.  It ties for this honour with Serbia, with whom they separated in 2006.  Only Kosovo and South Sudan are newer.  That is not to say that Montenegro has no … Continue reading Castle day in third newest country – Kotor, Montenegro

(written by Dave) Last night was our first night in the tent in quite some time and we survived.  Actually, on past bike trips we’ve both often sleep fitfully the first couple nights in the tent.  This was not the case last night.  It could be that we are both getting so used to changing … Continue reading The Montenegro coast from Utjeha to Kotor (76/16,834k, 1,000m)

(written by Nancy) We had a nice breakfast at the hotel this morning – Dave even managed to get fried eggs instead of the usual omelette, which he was nice enough to share with me (I did share my omelette too).  We also got a great cup of espresso – always a nice way to … Continue reading Into Montenegro – Shkoder Albania to Utjeha (57/16,757k, 425m)