Beer and Beehives in the Balkans

by 4XPaw | Aug 28, 2023 | Serbia

Beer and Beehives in the Balkans Honey production throughout the Balkan region has a long tradition. Vibrantly covered beehives are abundant in fields, on the back of trailers, and trucks converted into apiaries. With so many unpolluted meadows, it’s easy to see...

The Neretva River: Battle of the Wounded and Mostar

by 4XPaw | Aug 19, 2023 | Bosnia

The Neretva River: Battle of the Wounded and Mostar On our route south to Mostar, we stopped at Jablanica to visit the memorial complex honouring the Battle on the Neretva, which took place on January 20th, 1943. Known as The Battle of the Wounded, the heavily...

Tragedy and Triumph: A Quick Insight Into Croatia

by 4XPaw | Jun 15, 2023 | Croatia

Tragedy and Triumph: A Quick Insight Into Croatia When we arrived in Croatia, it was a beautiful spring day in May. Our initial plan was to drive the quickest route through the country to our next destination, Bosnia and Herzegovina. With our Schengen allowance...

Canals and Mining in Northern France

by 4XPaw | Jun 9, 2023 | France

When we arrived in France, we felt the familiar tingle of excitement, the small stomach churn of the unknown, and we sighed in contentment. As soon as you roll off the tunnel, there is a feeling of space and welcome. France is a mecca for motorhomes, with many places...

Freedom…. To Roam!

by 4XPaw | Jun 8, 2023 | Uncategorized

“….and free men you are” William Wallace, Braveheart. I’m writing this parked up overlooking the sea and the Isle of Man. It is the morning following a fabulous evening after a cook-up on the beach. We finally had the opportunity to try out the Firebox, a Christmas...