Stephen’s final day in Tbilisi is filled with small but necessary errands to prepare for the next leg of his journey. He drops off some clothes at a tailor for repairs and picks up oil for his motorbike to keep it running smoothly. With everything in order, Stephen sets out toward the border, leaving Georgia…
Stephen crosses into Georgia, making his way toward the vibrant capital city of Tbilisi. As he approaches his destination, he stops to refuel and notices the traffic growing heavier—a reminder that he is now entering one of the country’s busiest urban centers. Once in the city, Stephen heads straight to his hotel, where a long-awaited…
Stephen’s journey continues as he leaves the coastal city of Izmir behind, heading toward one of Turkey’s most famous provinces, Cappadocia. Known for its surreal landscapes shaped by volcanic activity, Cappadocia is a bucket-list destination for many travelers. Its unique rock formations, underground cities, and hot air balloon rides make it one of the most…
Once in Turkey, Stephen’s first task was to get a local SIM card. He needed it to look up routes, find information about his destinations, and stay in touch with his family without worrying about high roaming charges. With some bike maintenance needed and a tight schedule to keep, Stephen decided to skip Istanbul and…
Stephen leaves Greece behind as his journey takes him toward the Asian continent, where a new set of challenges awaits. Unlike his travels in Europe, Stephen will now need visas for each country he visits, adding another layer of preparation to his adventure. Driving along winding roads surrounded by stunning landscapes, Stephen soaks in the…
Stephen’s journey continues as he leaves Kosovo behind, heading south toward North Macedonia along a scenic route lined with mountains and valleys. After a smooth border crossing, he sets his sights on Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia, a city rich in cultural and historical significance, as well as the birthplace of Mother Theresa. In…
As Stephen rides through Theth National Park in Albania, he’s surrounded by some of the most stunning scenery on his journey yet. Known for its rugged terrain, waterfalls, and pristine rivers, Theth has been on Stephen’s list for six years. Back then, the roads weren’t yet paved, making this visit a long-anticipated milestone. Leaving the…
As Stephen starts travelling through Albania, his first point of interest is in Durres, where he meets Father Jeffrey, a Maltese priest who has been living and doing mission work in Albania since 1999. Father Jeffrey recounts his experience about the early days of his mission work in Durres, saying that there was a desperate…
After Stephen’s eventful start in Sicily behind him, he makes his way to Messina in Northern Sicily where he catches the ferry to mainland Italy. His arrival is greeted by rainy weather, which provided Stephen an opportunity to test out how his bike handles in these conditions. With the weather clearing up, Stephen decides to…
As Stephen marks the beginning of his epic journey with his arrival at Sicily, he is greeted by warm and sunny weather and beautiful scenery as a backdrop while driving. Quick to make friends and plans, Stephen decides to visit mount Etna with a fellow biker which he had met earlier that day, however, on…