Hey everyone, just wanted to update really quickly and let you know that I'm in Sofia! The bus ride was pretty nice, only 8 hours and much more comfortable than an airplane. And I got a new stamp on my passport, though it's not very pretty. But still, filling up those pages!
We didn't get TOO lost on the way to the hostel. I don't think any of us had realized the implications of going to a country where we literally don't speak a single word of the language. It's difficult for us to even read it, since it's in Cyrillic script! But we got some directions and a tram ticket with some heavy miming and made it here.
This is my first trip to a hostel, and I know I'm spoiled. It's very welcoming here, lots of travelers of all ages. As soon as we got in, the hostel staff gave us maps and told us all the must-sees of Sofia. And the hostel is right in the city center, so we shouldn't have to figure out public transportation, which is fantastic. We also get free breakfast and dinner, linens, use of the common room... all for about $15 a night. Fantastic.
I'll update when I can, but just wanted to let you know that I'm safe and excited to be here!
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