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Hello, Bonjour, Hola, Privet, Zdravo, Nǐ hǎo, Ciao, Konnichiwa, Ahlan, Guten Tag, and Hej! 👋
Welcome to my channel. My name is Alex - a millennial who loves storytelling, video, photography, and travel. I created this channel to not only share my travel experiences but also entertain and perhaps teach you fun facts along the way.
Thanks for visiting this channel and hope to see you on my next adventure! 😎
📧 travelsbyalex@gmail.com
Welcome to my channel. My name is Alex - a millennial who loves storytelling, video, photography, and travel. I created this channel to not only share my travel experiences but also entertain and perhaps teach you fun facts along the way.
Thanks for visiting this channel and hope to see you on my next adventure! 😎
📧 travelsbyalex@gmail.com
Highlights of Switzerland Adventure Begins: Lausanne & Chillon Castle | PART 1 | EF Ultimate Break
Join me on an unforgettable adventure on the Highlights of Switzerland with EF Ultimate Break! In Part 1, we kick things off by exploring the stunning landmarks of Lausanne, from the panoramic views at Sauvabelin Tower to the historic Lausanne Cathedral, and the beautiful lakeside area of Ouchy. Plus, we take a day trip to the iconic Chillon Castle and the charming town of Montreux. It’s the perfect start to a Swiss adventure filled with history, scenery, and great vibes! Keep reading below for a discount code for your next EF tour!
💰 PROMO CODE
If you are 18-35 years old and have never traveled with EF Ultimate Break before, you can get an ADDITIONAL $100 off your first tour with them by using my promo code, UAAlexS100 (must activate via link below). Yes, you can pair it with other promos on the website, too!
PROMO CODE LINK: www.efultimatebreak.com/?ba=UAAlexS100
✈️ TRIP ITINERARY
www.efultimatebreak.com/trips/highlights-of-switzerland
🔖 CHAPTERS
00:00 Opening
00:08 Intro Montage
01:19 About EF Ultimate Break + $100 OFF DISCOUNT!
02:12 About the Highlights of Switzerland tour and what we're going to do today
02:32 Sauvabelin Park
02:58 Sauvabelin Tower
03:59 It's about to pour...
04:41 Drive back to the hotel
05:07 Ibis Lausanne Centre Hotel Room Tour
06:46 Essential vs. Plus Tours
07:07 Commute to Welcome Dinner
07:46 Welcome Dinner at Le Vaudois
07:57 The next day...
08:48 Commute to Chillon Castle
09:12 Arrival at Chillon Castle
09:36 Meet Emily!
10:09 Exploring Chillon Castle
11:16 Meet Mary and Dean!
11:55 Chillon Castle - Fun photo spot #1
12:13 Chillon Castle - Fun photo spot #2
12:36 Montreux Promenade
13:18 Arrival in Montreux
14:09 Exploring Montreux
14:43 Commuting back to Lausanne
15:19 Arrival at Lausanne Cathedral
15:51 Exploring the Lausanne Cathedral
16:42 Walk through Ouchy
17:42 Ouchy Promenade
18:09 Closing remarks
18:41 EF Ultimate Break $100 OFF DISCOUNT!
19:23 Bloopers
📍 LOCATIONS VISITED
DAY 1 - LAUSANNE
- Sauvabelin Park
- Sauvabelin Tower
- Ibis Lausanne Centre Hotel
- Le Vaudois Restaurant
DAY 2 - MONTREUX and LAUSANNE
- Chillon Castle
- Montreux + Montreux Promenade
- Lausanne Cathedral
- Ouchy + Ouchy Promenade
🎬 FILMED DURING
- JULY 2024
📸 FILM EQUIPMENT USED
- Samsung Galaxy S22 Android phone
🍿 CHECK OUT MY OTHER EF TOUR VIDEOS
🇬🇷🏛️ The Greek Islands with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/play/PLD96qo3Mr6r8gU01omW_Q20pk4IhYE04f.html
🇯🇵🌸 Highlights of Japan with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/play/PLD96qo3Mr6r_qUdSkfYl7ybmBJL-R7XU-.html
🇮🇪🍻 Grand Tour of Ireland (Ultimate Plus) with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/play/PLD96qo3Mr6r-XwfXItJUGa5Pw293Gy78D.html
🇮🇸❄️ Iceland Winter Escape with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/video/lvaH4wFNfKQ/v-deo.html
📲 FOLLOW ME
- Instagram/TikTok: @travelsbtalex
📲 FOLLOW EMILY
- Instagram: @emkat63
- UA-cam: @EmKatEverywhere
#️⃣ HASHTAGS
#efultimatebreak #HighlightsofSwitzerland #switzerland #efultimatebreakswitzerland #travelsbyalex #Lausanne #LausanneSwitzerland #ChillonCastle #Montreux #tour #efub #thisisultimate #ultimateambassador #efubswitzerland #switzerlandtravel #travelswitzerland #swiss #travel #travelvlog #travelabroad #traveling #video #vlog #exploring #bestthingstodoswitzerland
💰 PROMO CODE
If you are 18-35 years old and have never traveled with EF Ultimate Break before, you can get an ADDITIONAL $100 off your first tour with them by using my promo code, UAAlexS100 (must activate via link below). Yes, you can pair it with other promos on the website, too!
PROMO CODE LINK: www.efultimatebreak.com/?ba=UAAlexS100
✈️ TRIP ITINERARY
www.efultimatebreak.com/trips/highlights-of-switzerland
🔖 CHAPTERS
00:00 Opening
00:08 Intro Montage
01:19 About EF Ultimate Break + $100 OFF DISCOUNT!
02:12 About the Highlights of Switzerland tour and what we're going to do today
02:32 Sauvabelin Park
02:58 Sauvabelin Tower
03:59 It's about to pour...
04:41 Drive back to the hotel
05:07 Ibis Lausanne Centre Hotel Room Tour
06:46 Essential vs. Plus Tours
07:07 Commute to Welcome Dinner
07:46 Welcome Dinner at Le Vaudois
07:57 The next day...
08:48 Commute to Chillon Castle
09:12 Arrival at Chillon Castle
09:36 Meet Emily!
10:09 Exploring Chillon Castle
11:16 Meet Mary and Dean!
11:55 Chillon Castle - Fun photo spot #1
12:13 Chillon Castle - Fun photo spot #2
12:36 Montreux Promenade
13:18 Arrival in Montreux
14:09 Exploring Montreux
14:43 Commuting back to Lausanne
15:19 Arrival at Lausanne Cathedral
15:51 Exploring the Lausanne Cathedral
16:42 Walk through Ouchy
17:42 Ouchy Promenade
18:09 Closing remarks
18:41 EF Ultimate Break $100 OFF DISCOUNT!
19:23 Bloopers
📍 LOCATIONS VISITED
DAY 1 - LAUSANNE
- Sauvabelin Park
- Sauvabelin Tower
- Ibis Lausanne Centre Hotel
- Le Vaudois Restaurant
DAY 2 - MONTREUX and LAUSANNE
- Chillon Castle
- Montreux + Montreux Promenade
- Lausanne Cathedral
- Ouchy + Ouchy Promenade
🎬 FILMED DURING
- JULY 2024
📸 FILM EQUIPMENT USED
- Samsung Galaxy S22 Android phone
🍿 CHECK OUT MY OTHER EF TOUR VIDEOS
🇬🇷🏛️ The Greek Islands with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/play/PLD96qo3Mr6r8gU01omW_Q20pk4IhYE04f.html
🇯🇵🌸 Highlights of Japan with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/play/PLD96qo3Mr6r_qUdSkfYl7ybmBJL-R7XU-.html
🇮🇪🍻 Grand Tour of Ireland (Ultimate Plus) with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/play/PLD96qo3Mr6r-XwfXItJUGa5Pw293Gy78D.html
🇮🇸❄️ Iceland Winter Escape with EF Ultimate Break: ua-cam.com/video/lvaH4wFNfKQ/v-deo.html
📲 FOLLOW ME
- Instagram/TikTok: @travelsbtalex
📲 FOLLOW EMILY
- Instagram: @emkat63
- UA-cam: @EmKatEverywhere
#️⃣ HASHTAGS
#efultimatebreak #HighlightsofSwitzerland #switzerland #efultimatebreakswitzerland #travelsbyalex #Lausanne #LausanneSwitzerland #ChillonCastle #Montreux #tour #efub #thisisultimate #ultimateambassador #efubswitzerland #switzerlandtravel #travelswitzerland #swiss #travel #travelvlog #travelabroad #traveling #video #vlog #exploring #bestthingstodoswitzerland
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We left Serbia for a day and crossed the border to North Macedonia! From the breathtaking panoramic views of Skopje from Vodno Mountain, to the beautiful statues in Macedonia Square, join us as we soak up the culture and charm of this historic city in 24 hours. Later on we drove back to Belgrade for a final dinner and farewell with our friend, in this final part of my Return to Balkans series! ...
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Join me in Part 3 of my EF Ultimate Break adventure through Greece, as we discover the enchanting island of Paros. Starting with an exploration of Naoussa’s idyllic streets, we then set sail on a captivating cruise around Antiparos. The day culminates in a delightful dinner with a breathtaking sunset view, providing an exquisite close to our island exploration. ⚠️Are you 18-35 years old and loo...
Oia, Oia, Oh: Santorini's Sunset and Wine Adventure | PART 2 | The Greek Islands | EF Ultimate Break
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In Part 2 of my incredible journey through Greece with EF Ultimate Break, we set sail for the enchanting island of Santorini. Our adventure unfolds as we explore a captivating black sand beach and delight in a tantalizing wine tasting tour that ignites our senses. But the true magic happens in the enchanting village of Oia, where we gather to witness the sun's mesmerizing descent into the Aegea...
ATHENS ADVENTURE: Acropolis, Temples and Reunions | PART 1 | The Greek Islands | EF Ultimate Break
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I'm back for an all new travel adventure with my good friends at EF Ultimate Break! In Part 1 of my Greece journey, I reunite with friends from Iceland in Athens. Together, we explore the Acropolis, Temples of Poseidon and Zeus, Athenian National Park, the Academy of Athens, and more. Athens reveals its rich history, leaving me in awe and setting the stage for an unforgettable Greek Isles adven...
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AN HONEST IN-DEPTH TRIP REVIEW | Highlights of Japan with EF Ultimate Break
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Curious if the Highlights of Japan tour with EF Ultimate Break is right for you? Look no further! Join me as I spill the tea about everything you need to know about this tour in this unfiltered review. It's definitely one you don't want to miss. ⚠️Are you 18-35 years old and looking to travel? Check out EF Ultimate Break for all of your tour needs. AND, if you are new customer, you can get $100...
OSAKA'S CROWN JEWEL: Exploring Osaka Castle | PART 6 | Highlights of Japan with EF Ultimate Break
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KYOTO TALES: Cherry Blossoms, Matcha, and Deer | PART 5 | Highlights of Japan with EF Ultimate Break
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JAPAN'S HIDDEN GEMS: Lake Ashi & Odawara Castle | PART 3 | Highlights of Japan | EF Ultimate Break
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WE ALMOST DIDN'T MAKE IT | Alex in Serbia 🇷🇸 | Part 6 (Finale)
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about to go on this trip for new years, so excited!! this will be my second trip with EF, went on the ultimate europe trip this summer and it was amazing!
Awesome! You are going to love it so much. Wishing you an amazing trip and thank you for watching my video series 🙌🏻🙏🏻
Absolutely fantastic!!! ❤
Thank you so much!!
Great tips, and amazing view of the castle
I'm glad you enjoyed! The castle views are some of the best I've seen 🤩
Amazing work ❤
That means so much. I really appreciate all your support, thank you! 🤗
It is not prononced outchy ^^ It the ou like in « you » and there’s no t before the ch 😉 It is closer to « ooshy ».
And all this time I've been pronouncing it incorrectly 🤦. Thanks for watching and for letting me know!
This vlog brought back so many fun memories in Switzerland! Super well done!! And thanks for the shoutout 🫶🏻🫶🏻
Some of the best memories! I'm glad I met so many cool people including you. We had quite the number of laughs 😂
Oh....WoW!!!!!!thanks for sharing!!!👍
Thanks for watching!
Another amazing travel experience with Travels By Alex! The scenic views were so beautiful! ❤ Switzerland is definitely on my bucket list. Thanks again Alex for sharing with us. 😍
Thanks for watching! Switzerland definitely had some of the best views I've ever seen. I hope you can make it there one day. You will love it 🙌🏻
You picked the perfect time to visit Switzerland. Beautiful country!
Thanks! I have since been telling everyone that July is a perfect time to go 😁
⚠ Are you 18-35 years old and looking to travel? Check out EF Ultimate Break for all of your tour needs. AND, if you are new customer, you can get $100 off your first tour with them by using my promo code, UAAlexS100 (must activate via link below and you can pair with other promotions happening on EF's site, like Semi-Annual, Black Friday or other sales!)⤵ ➡www.efultimatebreak.com/?ba=UAAlexS100
Beautiful views!
Some of the best 🙏🏻
By seeing this, almost cried huhu love love Studio Ghibli.
I definitely shed some tears while visiting this amazing museum, too! So happy you enjoyed the video and hope you get to visit it in the future! 🙌🏻
are you named after Alexander the Great! these are Great adventures
Hahaa maybe! Thanks for watching 🙌🏻
amazing!!! i wish I could go there yesterday! beautiful place!
Thank you! I wish more people knew about these places and hope you get to visit it one day, too!
I wanted to relax and whine down from a busy week. I just watched this great video once again! What a great way to end the week on a Friday night. Thanks @Travels By Alex! 🥰
Thanks so much for coming back and rewatching! 🙌🏻
Thanks
Good
There is only one MAKEDONIA and none OTHER , located in the northern part of HELLAS !
Of course Skopje has nothing to do with Alexander the Great who was born near Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece and his Greek Macedonian kingdom barely extended to the southernmost part of the modern country of North Macedonia. If there ever was an attitude which best expressed the term 'cultural appropriation' the attitude of 75% of the current citizens of that state, this is it. Their only relation with Ancient Macedonia is that at some point in the late 19th century they decided to call themselves 'Macedonians' to differentiate themselves from the Bulgarians with which they share the same slavic language, for political reasons.
before 25 centuries PELLA ----- MACEDONIAN LAND. ALEXANDER THE GREAT is born in M A K E D O N I J A ! ! !
This was another great episode!! I love it so much I just watched it twice. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️🎬 Alex you never fail to share with us such great detailed information of where you’re visiting, including amazing views, and breathtaking scenery. It’s always an uplifting experience with “Travels By Alex”! You and your good friend Jovana have great chemistry and make a great team with capturing real life experiences. I also love the bloopers. I can’t wait to see the next place you visit. 😍
Thanks so much for watching twice! I'm glad you enjoy my videos and also the energy Jovana and I have. She's an awesome friend to travel and see the world with 🙂
.....fun, fun- fun!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!!😎🤙🇺🇸
Thanks! Happy to hear you enjoyed 🙏🏻
Never thought to visit Macedonia. How historic and pretty 😍
Me too! North Macedonia is pretty cool - I hope you get to visit it one day. 🙌🏻
Great video! What was the food like in North Macedonia? Was it similar to Greek food or Serbian food?
Thank you! The food was excellent. They have a great variety of food and there's definitely something for everyone. I hope you get to experience their cuisine if you ever visit 😁
Macedonia looks beautiful! Reminds me of Athens a little bit. Ummmm I want to see all of New York?
It definitely brought back some memories for sure! And stay tuned, the next few videos will be all about NYC 🗽!
hahahaha I remember you couldn't record with me and Pedja at the end :D Awesome time come again !
haha yes, loved filming with you two! 😆 Can't wait to visit again soon.
Hey, how do flights work if I am booking it myself? Do I need to arrive/leave in a certain time frame or it doesn't matter. Also, if I book my own flights do I need to book tickets for the bullet train on my own as well?
Hey! Great questions. You can book your own flights to/from Japan for whenever you want. I arrived in Tokyo 1 day before the tour started so I can adjust to the time zone and do my own thing before the tour started. So, it depends on how early you want to arrive. If you arrive a day or more earlier than the tour starts, and/or stay after the tour ends, you will need to find your own accommodation for those extra nights. If you arrive on the day the tour starts, but book your own flights, you don't have to find your own accommodation since you are arriving on the first day of the tour. However, you will need to find your own transportation to your first hotel in Tokyo from the airport, and from your last hotel in Osaka back to the airport, since EF doesn't provide transport for those who book their own flights. I would suggest asking your tour director to help you arrange transport via your hotel, or you can book a cab ahead of time through the airport I think. No, EF books all your transport during the actual trip. You do not need to book bullet trains or anything! :) I also have a general EFUB review video I posted that includes a section about this here: ua-cam.com/video/9MkMcxTwJN0/v-deo.html Hope you have a great trip!
I'm so happy for you that you had the opportunity to visit the Studio Ghibli museum. I plan to go on this trip this October, so fingers crossed that I'm lucky enough to book tickets to the museum.
Thank you! It was a stressful 25 minutes to try to get a ticket but I was so happy when I did. I hope you're able to get a ticket too, because it will be an awesome experience! I made a video all about the Ghibli Museum, including how to get tickets: ua-cam.com/video/KbUKlFxVGUk/v-deo.html - Good luck!
Watching your video has got me psyched for my trip to Japan this fall! I really appreciate the full breakdown of the itinerary, so I'll know what to expect while I'm there. I've always wanted to be in an onsen, but I unfortunately have a tattoo on my leg, so I probably will have to skip that activity and ask the tour guide for an alternative activity, or maybe even search for a tattoo friendly onsen that's close by. The yukata that they give you to wear, is that something you get to keep as a souvenir?
That's awesome! I think going in fall will be pretty cool because it shouldn't be busy with tourists. The hotel in Hakone should have an onsen, but I am not sure about tattoo rules. Some hotels are more flexible, while others are more strict. You can check with your tour director regarding the hotel rules. You can also try going to a private-room onsen on one of your free days in any of the other cities. They're a bit pricey but you get your own single onsen room for an hour or two. I would have gone to one in Hakone since we were there for 2 days, but I had no time. The yukata at the hotel was just to wear to dinner, although they do sell them in the hotel gift shop if you want to take one home as a souvenir. Feel free to check out the 6-part Japan series where you can get a detailed day-to-day breakdown! Some things in those videos have been changed, though, which I covered in this trip review view (1 less day in Hakone and Hiroshima, no more overnight stays at the monastery).
Thank you so much for making this in-depth review for EF Ultimate Break. I JUST booked my trip to Japan and selected the Highlights of Japan package for this October. I'm in my early 30s, so I'm just a few years shy of the age limit for the tour, and it's one of the reasons why I decided to purchase it. I'm completely new to solo traveling and planning a trip to go overseas feels so daunting. I'm also an introvert, so I took your advice and paid extra for a room for myself. Even though it would be cheaper to get a roommate, I need time to recharge after a long day of traveling and socializing. I'm willing to pay extra if it means I have a peace of mind. Definitely gonna check out your Highlights of Japan video. :D
You're welcome and congrats on booking your first EF trip! You are going to have a great time in Japan 🙌🏻. I'm glad my advice about upgrading to a single room was helpful too. I have done it on my EF trips and have never regretted it 😄. Going on your first international trip, especially solo, can be a bit scary, but EF helps make it a less scary and more fun experience. You get to travel with other folks your age and ultimately can make one or several friends, and everything is planned for you! Let me know if you have any other trip questions. You can also DM me on instagram @travelsbyalex. Happy travels!
My family and I have been thinking about booking a trip to Japn. I want to use Ef Ultimate break but I'm nervous about it
Hey! If you are between the ages of 18-35 then traveling with EF might be a great trip for you. You'll get to travel with people in your age range and the best part is EF books everything for you. You won't have to worry about what to do because there are many activities throughout the days, so even if you go alone, you'll be with a big enough group where you can make friends :). I have a video all about the Japan tour if you are interested in watching: ua-cam.com/video/LSjZkW-FpEI/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared -- if you have any other questions, feel free to leave a comment or send a DM on my instagram @travelsbyalex.
The Avala Tower is still among the tallest three-legged towers in the world. Yes, there is public transport, spring to autumn, but not in winter.
Oh, Avala TV tower, thanks for reminding us of the barbaric NATO attack!
I'm always happy to see Serbian in the cafe names, like "Буржоазија" and "Кућа чаја". It's so chic!
This was so helpful! Especially the vegetarian pov
Awesome! Let me know if I can help answer any other questions :).
Ahh, beautiful Belgrade ❤
One of my favorite cities in the world 🤍
My lovely Pirot ❤️
Such a nice place to visit 🙌🏻
did you go in early or late March?
I went mid-to-late March (the tour dates were March 18-30), just in time for the cherry blossoms 🌸
I’ll be doing this tour in 30 days ahhh!! was the first day just walking around? Were you able to do other things?
That's so exciting! You are going to have a blast. Day 1 was pretty chill - I think we all arrived at the airport around 7 or 8am, and then went to the hotel to drop off our stuff and have breakfast. From there we were taken on a tour around Reykjavík, had some time to shop, then back to the hotel to rest and freshen up, and ended the evening with a welcome dinner (2:08-6:00). Let me know if you have any other questions :).
@@TravelsbyAlex awesome! Thank you so much!
you're welcome! Wishing you a safe trip :).
Awesome video with some great historical places!
Thank you! Yes, I learned so much on this trip, 🙌🏻
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I always love the bloopers at the end of each episode too. Lol! 😂
haha thanks! I love them too.
This was another great and fun experience, so much that I watched it twice. Great job Alex! Thanks again for sharing! 🥰❤️
Thanks as always for watching! I'm glad you are having a great experience with these videos.
Wow! Thanks Alex for sharing yet another great travel experience with us! You and Jovana captured some really great footage, with the architecture, rolling greens and old cobble stone roads. You two make such a great traveling journalistic team with capturing and sharing such beautiful images, videos and scenery! I look forward in your next travel adventure. 😍
Such kind words, thank you! Jovana is such an awesome friend and a great guide around her country. Stay tuned for part 3 coming soon!
You mean return to Serbia (not the Balkans), if I visit Amsterdam for the second time I say back in Holland not return in Benlux you know. Benlux (nl-bel-lux) Anyway welcome back to Serbia.
Hi, thanks for watching! Part 3 takes place in another country in the Balkans, so it made more sense to call this the "Return to Balkans" series, instead of "Return to Serbia". I hope you will be able to tune into part 3 which is coming soon.
Beautiful spots!!
The best!
Awesome video, thanks for visiting and sharing south of Serbia!
I loved it! Such a great country to explore 👏🏻
WoW!!!...that was awesome....thanks for sharing....😎👍🇺🇸
Glad you enjoyed it & thanks for watching 😀
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hahah you were probably the only foreigner in that moment in Pirot :)
haha wow that's so cool!
Thank you, everyone, for 5,000 views 🎉!! That's the most views any video on my channel has had at the time of this post. I appreciate all of you so much and am thankful for your support. I had a blast revisiting Serbia and exploring more places I didn't get to see during my first trip. Part 2 is coming this week so I hope you'll tune to see where Jovana and I went to next after Belgrade :). - Alex
Part 2 is now live! ua-cam.com/video/_jn-1TLl-Qk/v-deo.html
Ahhh wtching your return video brings warmth to me. I love Belgrade and each time there's something new to explore. Avala Tower, Museum and Restoran Hyde Park will be on my list when I come back in September. Jovana is super cool, I'd love to meet up with her if she's around!!!
Thanks so much for the sweet comment! I'm happy my video brought back some nice memories for you and recommended some new places for your next Serbia visit. Please stay tuned for part 2 where more awesome adventures await :). Have an amazing time in Serbia in September! I will be there in spirit.