There’s an organization in Bratislava called “Nota Bene” from a Latin phrase which translates as “Pay Attention”. Frankly, I never paid attention to this organization or the people who are the face of it. Travelling in many cities in Europe, I noticed modestly dressed people… Read More ›
Insiders Bratislava
Information about Bratislava based on our 18 months of living there as an expat.
The Reduta Hall: The Slovak Symphony
First, let me confess, I cry during Onstar commercials. I don’t sob mind you – but a tear is likely to run down my check. The woman sounds old and afraid. Her car is off the road and the airbag has… Read More ›
Igor and the old town Bratislava Music Shop
Igor owns the Music Shop in old town Bratislava. We met Igor shortly after moving last September. Wandering the far back streets of old town, we stumble upon a narrow street with a single store; the “Music Shop.” The shop is not actually directly on… Read More ›
Old Town Bratislava
Castle over Bratislava Some of our friends may visit us but most won’t. It’s not that they don’t want to; they just can’t find us. And those who are geographically astute are thinking “Why Bratislava?” Frankly, this lack of tourist respect is… Read More ›
Sausage and bacon and accepting gifts
We have a new set of Slovak friends. They are different than our other friends, not better or worse, just different. The biggest difference is income, “wealth”. Our new friends are waiters, opera singers (who moonlight as waiters) and the homeless near our apartment…. Read More ›
The World In Between 