Hi, travel community,
[TLDR: I am thinking about closing down my travel blog after eight years. Does anyone have any advice on closing vs selling vs transforming?]
I have been a relatively active blogger for almost eight years. I started The Altruistic Traveller (https://thealtruistictraveller.com) back in 2015 from a deep curiosity about the intersection of travel and sustainability.
Over the years, the blog (and podcast) has been a valuable resource for those wanting to learn about sustainable tourism. A few posts have quite high rankings in SEO (e.g. volunteer guides/sustainable eateries). I have won awards, been featured in news articles and have written hundreds of posts.
Last year, I published a memoir that encapsulated many years of travel and stories that had made it to the blog. Since writing that book, I have been feeling as though perhaps it was an ode to a chapter of my life that is coming to an end.
The world of blogging is fast evolving. I am not a TikToker, n...
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I am spending a few days in Skopje, North Macedonia, with my friends this weekend. This thread might help other visitors in the future. Has anyone been?
Let me know your travel tips and things to do in and around Skopje 🇲🇰
Hi Maria, recommend to get in touch with Aleksandar & Ivana of mustseedonia.com ! Enjoy!
Hi and thanks Kirsi. Maria hi and let us know if you need anything around here. We’ll be happy to help you.
I ended up having a great time in Skopje. Here are some of my travel tips for anyone looking into visiting North Macedonia.
Things to do:
Besides the obvious walk in the Old Town, here's some of my recommendations.
• The Museum of Macedonian Struggle – very well made museum with a huge collection of items and wax figures representing iconic moments from the country's history.
• Matka Canyon – a walk in Matka Canyon is a must when visiting Skopje. It's 20-30 minute drive from the city. There's a well made walking path on the Canyon, a few restaurants and cafes on the way. You can also get a kayak and enjoy the views form the water.
• The house of Mother Teresa.
Food and Drinks:
• Padobranec – super soft almond cookie, bought from Rigara in the Old bazaar (charshia).
• Old Town Brewery - you can buy local craft beer. It's also a bar at night.
• Mola Coffee Bar – fresh juice and smoothie place in the Old bazaar (charshia).
• Space Burgers – an interesting interpretation of space food – each burger has a different colors and planet name.
• Forza Restaurant - some of the most delicious pasta I've tried. Italian cuisine with amazing desserts and wine.
• Kantina Restaurant – delicious cuisine!
• Kino Karposh - a nice bar to meet friends.
Expect to see double deck busses as public transport in Skopje – they were specially made for the city (they're not from London).
Some photos from my trip on Facebook: www.facebook.com/travellingbuzz