With all the corona restrictions during the winter period, the inhabitants of Podgorica and other cities in Montenegro have hardly had any possibilities to enjoy nature and fresh air. People who love the mountains and the snow can easily escape from crowded places and go hiking or skiing, but the elderly and families with little […]
Budva
5 THINGS TO DO IN BUDVA OFF-SEASON
Budva is one of my favorite places for a day trip in spring or autumn. And even in winter it is nice to spend some time on the Budva Riviera when the weather is sunny. There are many things to do in and around Budva. Enjoying a cup of coffee on the beach of Richard’s […]
A ROUND TRIP THROUGH GRBALJ
To those who spend their holidays in Budva (or Tivat) and have a car available, I would like to recommend a nice round trip through the region of Grbalj, a fertile valley between Budva and the Bay of Kotor. We explored this rural region last weekend and I was surprised to see how attractive it […]
STANJEVIĆI MONASTERY, A TRANQUIL OASIS ABOVE BUDVA
During the last few years, I have visited many Orthodox monasteries all over Montenegro. One of the few monasteries I had not visited yet was Stanjevići monastery, located on the southern slopes of Mount Lovćen, just above Budva. No wonder, it was not until last year that the comprehensive restoration of this complex was finished. […]
MEMORIES OF THE BUDVA RIVIERA IN THE 1970s
I will never forget the first time I saw the Budva Riviera, almost 50 years ago. Coming from the Netherlands, I was traveling via Titograd to Budva on a local bus, ready for a new challenge in my life: a seasonal job at the reception desk of the Avala Hotel. All of a sudden, the […]
SOLO TRAVEL IN MONTENEGRO
The idea of exploring Montenegro alone may be a bit scary to some, but it is a fact that traveling solo is about to become increasingly popular all over the world. Can you believe that around one third of the tourists from Western Europe are solo travelers? Apart from single holidays offered by tour operators, […]
5 MUST VISIT PLACES IN MONTENEGRO
In my home town Podgorica, February is cold and rainy this year. Hardly any possibilities to make trips and discover new places in Montenegro. But never mind! As most foreigners are already planning their 2018 holidays, it might be a good idea to create a shortlist of Montenegro’s highlights. That is not an easy job, but I […]
THE 3 MOST BEAUTIFUL MEDIEVAL TOWNS ON THE MONTENEGRIN COAST
The spectacular 293 km long coastline of Montenegro is not only famous for its wonderful beaches, but also for its amazing medieval towns. This is where foreign visitors can find historical and cultural monuments in a picturesque setting, this is where they can enjoy sunny weather, a deep blue sea and a charming Mediterranean atmosphere. […]
THE OLD TOWN OF BUDVA
Dozens of travel journalists and bloggers have written articles about Budva, the capital of Montenegro’s tourism. Some of them find this resort disappointing because of the overcrowded beaches, numerous high-rise buildings, loud music and high prices, but most visitors – in particular young people – are enchanted with Budva’s wonderful beaches, charming old town and […]
5 BEAUTIFUL MONASTERIES ON THE MONTENEGRIN COAST
Thousands of foreign tourists will visit the Montenegrin Coast this summer. They come to enjoy the sun and the sea, but I am sure that many of them will also be interested in visiting cultural monuments. Apart from beautiful old towns along the Adriatic Sea, they can find more than a dozen Orthodox monasteries along […]