In London, I tried my best to obtain a European visa, but all to no
avail. I soon discovered that the Schengen visa is (for me at least)
one of the world’s most elusive visas. Not only was it necessary to
apply in one’s home country, but the application also required a full
itinerary and paid accommodation.
I felt frustrated as nothing was going to plan. As my idea of cycling
Europe fell through, it was time for plan B. After much deliberation,
the next best option was to fly to Hungary (which didn’t require a
Schengen visa) and cycle Eastern Europe and see where the road led.
Eddie took time off work, and we packed our bicycles and flew to
Budapest, Hungary.