Into Pristina, Kosovo

Woke up and it was pouring with rain so thought I might have to spend another day in Podgorica. But it soon stopped and before too long the sun came out and stayed out. So on I go. My route from here to Istanbul is, I think, going to be via Pristina, Kosovo, and then Thessalonika in Greece. Today I was booked into Pristina Backpackers (or so I thought - when I arrived it turns out I had actually booked for last night but managed to get sorted easily enough).

Had a lovely ride through the mountains in Montenegro and into Kosovo. The distance between the exit customs and the entry customs was a good way - I would estimate 10km at least so I wonder what the status of that area is. Can tell I'm getting into a slightly poorer area of the world. Horses at the border crossing. Lots and lots of switchbacks for the bikers out there. Good riding.

Arrived into Pristina about 4.30. The hostel didn't answer. A series of unfortunate events. I had mistakenly booked for last night. They had no other bookings so the reception staff had gone off hiking to the bear sanctuary - where I think I will go tomorrow. Managed to get in by banging on the door and a guest letting me in. Got in and phoned the number they gave but given that they were all hiking, didn't answer! but once in the reception I was able to charge the phone, sit down, change and relax.

Eventually they did make contact by phone so I was able to check in, then went to get some food. Very cheap to eat out. 5E for a meal and a drink. Got back and chilled in the upstairs balcony.Read more