Season 6. Episode 9. Albania, the Wild West.
October 7, 2026. Budva, Montenegro to Shkoder, Albania. 55 miles. 2,973’ climbing. R iding south along the Adriatic after leaving Budva, we came to Sveti Stefan, Montenegro's iconic island. This 15th century fishing village has become a luxury destination. W e like tunnels as a concept of riding through the mountain instead of up and over it. But it’s a bit nerve-racking without a shoulder to ride on and hoping drivers are alert. O ur amazing riding views continued. Strbina Beach, Montenegro. After a healthy seaside lunch of Greek salad (for me) and Caprese for Heather, the dessert siren summoned. As a rule of thumb, I feel any dessert that is served in a mason jar is usually excellent. (Like key lime pie at Bar Taco for those in the know.) This tiramisu display reeled me in. T he tiramisu did not fail my rule. It was dreamy and creamy excellence. Funny enough Heather had said she wasn’t going to have any, but became a 50% partner. And since I still was not able to bite with...
