Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, lies in the southern part of the country and is home to a mix of Bosniaks, Serbs, and Croats. Known as the “Jerusalem of Europe,” the city reflects a unique blend of cultures and religions, with architectural landmarks shaped by centuries of diverse influences.

Slovenia, located at the crossroads of major European cultural and trade routes, is largely mountainous, especially in its northern regions. The part of the Alpine massif that extends into Slovenian territory belongs to the Julian Alps. The Slovenian Alps owe their distinctive charm mainly to white limestone, which gives the treeless mountain peaks their unusually pale color and turns the rivers a striking azure blue. In this beautiful area, close to the Austrian border and only about 15 kilometers from Slovenia’s highest peak, Mount Triglav (2,864 m), Gabika has been living and working with her partner for eight years in the small mountain village of Dovje. Gabika is a mountain hut keeper, and her lodge is a typical Slovenian Alpine house more than a hundred years old. If you love mountains, prefer not to travel far, and enjoy tasting local specialties, Slovenia is definitely worth discovering.

Montenegro is a country in the western Balkans, at the southern edge of the Dinaric Alps. Its administrative capital is Podgorica, while the historic city of Cetinje remains an important cultural centre. After being part of Yugoslavia for much of the 20th century, Montenegro became fully independent in 2006.

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By population, Varna is the third-largest city in Bulgaria. Located in the northern part of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, this major port city could easily rival others in the country in terms of its size and importance. Varna lies on the Varna Bay, just a short distance from the famous Golden Sands resort. It is precisely this close connection to the sea that attracted Marián from Bratislava and Nansi, a Bulgarian from the inland region. Marián has studied and worked abroad since the age of eighteen. A former ice hockey player and trained lawyer, he speaks five languages, but his greatest passion today is running his own food truck business. He met Nansi while working on a river cruise ship, and their shared love eventually brought them to a new place for both of them – Varna. Varna is one of the most cosmopolitan cities along the coast. It is a popular holiday destination that warmly welcomes visitors, and this time, we were invited to experience it ourselves.

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Zanzibar is an autonomous region off the eastern coast of Africa which, together with mainland Tanganyika, forms the state of Tanzania. It consists mainly of the islands of Unguja and Pemba and is home to more than one million inhabitants. Tanzania as a whole is considered one of the most peaceful countries in East Africa. Zanzibar has a typically island climate—tropical and humid—with reliable and relatively well-distributed rainfall compared to much of East Africa. Today, the islands are predominantly inhabited by the Swahili ethnic group, and local people are generally known for their friendly and relaxed nature. With its picture-perfect beaches, sunny weather, and rich culture, Zanzibar is a favorite destination for travelers from around the world. These very qualities are also what drew Janka from Trebišov and her partner Dávid to settle here permanently. Janka works remotely for Slovakia and is learning Swahili. Welcome to the island!

Burundi is a small landlocked country in East Africa, located on the shores of Lake Tanganyika and bordering Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a population of around 12.5 million, it has two capitals, Gitega as the administrative centre and Bujumbura as the economic hub.

Nepal is an Asian country bordering India to the southeast and west, and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north. Its natural boundary is formed by the Himalayas, home to eight of the world’s ten highest mountains, including Mount Everest. The Himalayas are the country’s greatest attraction for visitors, and tourism represents one of Nepal’s main sources of income. The official language is Nepali, a blend of Sanskrit and indigenous languages. The capital city, Kathmandu, lies at an altitude of 1,400 meters above sea level beneath the majestic Himalayas. The city itself is home to approximately 900,000 people, while nearly three million live in the greater metropolitan area. It was precisely these extraordinary people and breathtaking mountains that drew Dorota from Slovakia to Nepal. Dorota first came to Nepal in 2006, and it was love at first sight.

Meghalaya is a small state in northeastern India, bordering Assam to the north and Bangladesh to the south. Its capital, Shillong, is often called the “Scotland of the East,” known for its lush greenery, waterfalls, and unique living root bridges.

Vieques is a small island in Puerto Rico, home to around 9,000 people, with an economy now largely built on tourism. In the past, it was known for sugarcane production and later served as a U.S. Navy base until 2003. After the military left, parts of the island remained affected by unexploded ordnance, and some areas are still being cleared today.

Uruguay is the second smallest country in South America, located between Argentina and Brazil. Although early settlers were Portuguese, the official language is Spanish. The country has a temperate climate, with mild, often windy winters and warm summers.

Peru lies on the western coast of South America and is one of the continent’s largest countries. Our journey, however, takes us high into the Andes, to Cusco, the historic capital of the Inca Empire and one of the most important cities in the region.

India covers a large part of South Asia and is the second most populous country in the world. It is home to an incredibly diverse population, with thousands of ethnic groups, many religions, and hundreds of languages. The country is a federal republic made up of 28 states, with Goa being the smallest.

Today we head to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s second largest city, set along the shores of Guanabara Bay near the Tropic of Capricorn. According to legend, early explorers believed the bay was the mouth of a river, giving the city its name, “January River.”

Nicaragua is a Central American country located in the heart of the isthmus, within the tropical zone. It is known for its large lakes, active volcanoes, and long stretches of coastline. Tourism plays a key role in the economy, with the colonial city of Granada among the most popular destinations.

Today we head to San Francisco, one of California’s most iconic cities, located along the San Francisco Bay. The wider metropolitan area is home to nearly 10 million people.

French Polynesia is an overseas collectivity of France in Oceania, spread across a vast area where its most distant islands lie more than 2,000 kilometres apart. Made up of small islands and atolls, it is home to nearly 280,000 people, with most living on Tahiti, where the capital Papeete is located.

Today we travel to the heart of the Pacific Ocean, to the Tuamotu Archipelago in French Polynesia. This vast region spans an area comparable to Western Europe, yet its total landmass is just 885 square kilometres, made up of coral atolls. Our destination is Rangiroa, one of the largest atolls in the world.

Our journey takes us to Maui, the second largest island in Hawaii. The western part is shaped by the West Maui Mountains, while the east is dominated by the dormant volcano Haleakalā, rising over 3,000 metres above sea level.

Palau is a Pacific island nation in Micronesia, made up of around 340 islands and home to about 20,000 people. Settled thousands of years ago by migrants from Southeast Asia, it is known today for its strong focus on environmental protection, even as tourism remains a key part of its economy.

Today we travel to Australia, the only country that is also a continent, located in the Southern Hemisphere. Our destination is the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, a coastal region known for its relaxed lifestyle and natural beauty.

Split is the main city of the Split Dalmatia region, known for its vibrant tourism, coastline, mountains, vineyards, and olive groves. With an airport, a major port, and a rich history, it is considered one of the oldest cities in the world and a key cultural centre of Dalmatia.

Rhineland-Palatinate is one of Germany’s 16 federal states, established in 1946 after World War II from parts of former regions. Known for its rich history and cuisine influenced by nearby France, it is a landscape of rolling hills, vineyards, and castles that date back to Roman times. It is also Germany’s most forested state, playing an important role in the country’s economy.

Madeira is an archipelago and an autonomous region of Portugal, made up of four islands, though only two are inhabited. Located about 1,000 kilometres from mainland Europe in the Atlantic Ocean, it is known for its dramatic volcanic landscape, lush forests, and vibrant gardens. The capital, Funchal, is home to nearly half of the region’s population.

Brittany, in northwestern France, is a peninsula stretching from the Loire River to Mont-Saint-Michel Bay. With rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and charming towns, it feels distinct from the rest of the country. Today, it is one of France’s most livable regions, with a strong economy, low unemployment, and a high quality of life. In the town of Dol-de-Bretagne lives Igor from Slovakia, who moved here 13 years ago with his French wife Cécile. She is a naval officer, while Igor works as a health and safety director. We start at the local market, then learn to make traditional galettes, taste apple cider, and enjoy some of the finest oysters in Europe.

Cape Verde is an island nation in the central Atlantic Ocean, made up of ten volcanic islands about 600 kilometres off the coast of West Africa. Together with the Azores, Canary Islands, and Madeira, it forms part of the Macaronesia region.