March 27, 2026 Pleven, Bulgaria Karen and Nancy standing in front of a sign with the name of the town, Pleven, in both Cyrillic (left) and English (right). Fun Facts About Pleven The name "Pleven" is derived from an old word meaning "barn" or "granary," but it also translates to "well-wooded place," reflecting its rich, fertile, and green surroundings. Evidence of human life in the region dates back to the end of the 5th millennium BC, making it thousands of years old. The  S

March 26, 2026 Vidin, Bulgaria Please note that this dog has a green tag in his ear. That means he is a street dog that has been to the vet, had his shots and was neutered, then released back to the streets. But they don't have to scavenge for food, the locals feed them. Based on what we saw in Vidin, the locals are very generous!!! Fun Facts about Bulgaria and Vidin Bulgaria Bulgaria supplies up to 85% of the world's rose oil, considered among the finest and most expensi

March 25, 2026 Donji Milanovac, Serbia This statue commemorates the 1996 discovery of prehistoric mammoth remains in this area. Fun Facts About Donji Milanovac It is said to have around 90,000 roses—about six for each inhabitant.       One of the main attractions of Donji Milanovac is  its proximity to the Djerdap National Park , known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse flora and fauna. The city lies on remains of an 8000-year-old Mesolithic settlement.  The town ten