Mediterranean Music – Start Here
Almost two years ago, I set out on an imaginary journey around the Mediterranean to explore the music and hear how such diverse cultures and...
Mixcloud Mix Number 3 “Random”
A new mix for the weekend. Some of the tunes connect, some don't. Overall they are a random selection. There are bands and tunes you...
Mediterranean Music – Morocco
The end of the journey and the music of Morocco. The music is real, the trip (as is the grilled fish sitting on a Moroccan...
Mediterranean Music – Algeria
With the exception of Libya, north Africa has been incredibly rewarding. No less Algeria. ...
Mediterranean Music – Tunisia
This is my fantasy journey around the Mediterranean Sea in search of music.
Tunisia - you are outstanding. Read about the musicians, listen to the...
Mediterranean Music – Libya
Help! I can find hardly any music in Libya. Do you have suggestions?
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Mediterranean Music – Egypt
On our fantasy tour of the Mediterranean we arrive in Egypt. The music on this playlist has been a real pleasure to compile. It is...
Punk Ha! Ha! – Mixcloud mix 2
My second MixCloud mix. If nothing else punk has having a bloody good time – hence the title of this episode Punk! Ha ha!...
My new Mixcloud channel
After much messing about I have signed up to Mixcloud to try it out. Not so many clever mixes, more a playlist.
This is a Song...
What do you want to say? First know your audience
My communications mantra hasn’t changed much over the years. I have found it serves me well. ...
Janez Fajfar re-elected Mayor of Bled
Župan Janez Fajfar has been re-elected mayor of Bled once again. He was standing unopposed. Here is an interview he did for the Firsthand Guide...
Total Slovenia News – Meet the people
Link to interview in Total Slovenia News...
Shankill Mission
I like big ambitious ideas. And this is one I am involved with. The plan is to open a hotel on Belfast’s Shankill Road....
Podcast training
I’m going to be running a podcast training workshop on 22 November at Ormeau Baths in Belfast. The organiser and promoter is View Digital. ...
Mediterranean Music – Palestine
My imaginary journey around the Mediterranean seeking out music I can share brings me to Palestine – and some of the most interesting music so...
Mediterranean Music – Israel
My imaginary journey arounf the Med in searchj of music This is a troubled area and I am not giving either travel directions or political...
Mediterranean Music – Lebanon
I've not managed to find a lot of music for this trip in Lebanon. Suggestions welcome....
Bled Castle’s Lea Ferjan – Bled Stories
Lea Ferjan of Bled Cultural Institute who manages Bled Castle talks about the difficult balance of managing environmentally and culturally sensitive tourism....
Pod Lipo Restaurant Ljubljana
Staying in an Air B&B on Rimska cesta Ljubljana took us from our usual patch in the old town and led us to do what...
Total Slovenia News
A new English language news and current affairs website Total Slovenia News has recently launched....
Free Download – Firsthand Guide to Bled Special Edition
As a special offer, a PDF of the Special Edition of Firsthand Guide to Bled is now available to download....
Slovenian Wine – Wine Tasting and Wine Routes
There are two places to enjoy wine tasting sessions in Bled and three major wine growing regions in Slovenia to drive through.
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Slovenian wine: what to drink, wine traditions, wine growing regions, St. Martin’s Day events
Wine is one of Slovenia’s biggest secrets. Celebrated every November on St. Martin’s day, only 6% is exported. Not to be missed on a visit...
Mediterranean Music – Syria
It has taken quite a while to write about Syrian music that I have found on this imaginary trip around the Mediterranean. After a slow...
Bled Rowing – Bled Stories Podcast
The history of Bled’s Rowing Club reflects the history of not just Bled town, but Slovenia itself.
For tourists, the lake is a place...
Slovenian Wine and Wine Tasting – Bled Stories podcast
Slovenian wine? Oh, yes. Here's a short introduction and some insider tips from young man about town Jani Pravdič about best bars and wine bar....
Books for the journey – Turkey
Earlier I wrote about books I was reading or going to read along this make-believe trip around the Mediterranean. I should probably begin to log my...
Exploring Tržič – The Bled Stories Podcast
One of the new destinations of the Hop On Hop Off bus Summer 2018 is the historic town Tržič. But you don't need to wait...
Domen from 3glav Adventures – Bled Stories podcast
The first stop for adventure seekers in Bled is an old green shack. It looks a little out of place and a little out of...
Antimuseum Bled – Bled Stories podcast
Explore amazing science experiments at the Antimuseum in Bled Slovenia. Book ahead to get a personal tour. ...