When it comes to tourism, the Balkans are a relatively undiscovered region of Europe. This course will introduce you to the wonders of Albania, Bosnia, Romania, Bulgaria and Europe’s newest country Kosovo. There’s a little history to get started and then lots of tips to make your Balkans experience a stress free adventure. This course is designed for the independent traveller, but it will also provide good resources for those who are planning a curated experience.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

SUGGESTED READING

• The Balkans, Mark Mazower, Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 2001
• The New Tourist, Paige McClanahan, Simon and Schuster, 2024

COURSE OUTLINE

• A brief history of the Balkans
• How to get to the Balkans
• How to travel around the Balkans
• Where to stay and what to eat in the Balkans
• Myths about the Balkans

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Undertake an independent trip to the Balkans
2. Possess a basic history of the Balkan region