As I often go for a walk through the parks of Podgorica, I would like to share my experience with those expats or tourists who are interested in exploring the city in more detail. No wonder that there is a growing number of foreigners who choose Podgorica as their home. Although some people believe that […]
THE HISTORICAL TREASURES OF STOLAC, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
Why is Stolac so fascinating? You will understand it when you enter the town center with its old ‘čaršija’ (bazaar) and Ottoman-style buildings. But that is only the beginning. Sitting on a shady terrace in front of the old mosque, you can enjoy a Turkish coffee and eat ‘ćevapi’, before you start discovering the historical […]
HIDDEN GEMS OF THE BAY OF KOTOR
Only few tourists take the opportunity to explore the fishing villages along the narrow road that leads from Kotor to Lepetane, on the foot of the 768 m high peninsula and mountain called Vrmac. The lack of accessibility is also the reason why the villages in this area – Muo, Prčanj and Stoliv – have […]
THE BEAUTY OF KARST IN MONTENEGRO
Although many people believe that karst areas are ugly, harsh and colorless, I have always been fascinated by the dramatic karst mountains and stone deserts in Montenegro. If you are curious and open for new impressions, you will find that karst has created wonderful landscapes with lovely spots hidden from the view by rugged stones, […]
A ROAD TRIP THROUGH THE WETLANDS OF SKADAR LAKE
Early spring is the most beautiful time to make a road trip through the wetlands of Skadar Lake. From time to time, the water level may be quite high in that period. It is a special experience to see the flooded areas in the northern part of the Lake. The landscapes are fantastic and the […]
A ROAD TRIP THROUGH THE VILLAGES OF LJEŠANSKA NAHIJA
As our movements are still limited due to the corona crisis, a road trip to the villages of Lješanska Nahija, a region within the municipal boundaries of Podgorica, seemed to be a good idea for the weekend. We had already made a round trip through this region seven years ago, but in the meantime, I […]
7 PICTURESQUE HIKES ALONG THE MONTENEGRIN COAST
Although our movements are still restricted, spring is in the air and – as soon as the corona-measures allow it – it might be a good idea to make some nice hikes through the mountains behind the Montenegrin Coast. It is not easy to stay positive in these difficult times, but being conscious of our […]
THE ABANDONED VILLAGES OF GORNJI ŠESTANI
We have travelled many times along the western shore of Skadar Lake, from Virpazar to the Stegvaš pass, but we have never explored the villages of Gornji Šestani. Do you know where the Šestani area is situated? I am sure that many tourists, expats, and even locals, do not know that it is a sub-region […]
ČUN – THE TRADITIONAL BOAT OF SKADAR LAKE
Wherever you go along the shores of Skadar Lake, you will see traditional wooden boats called ‘čun’. What is so specific about the photogenic ‘čun’ that is protected by law as national cultural heritage? Above all, the ‘čun’ is one of the most authentic symbols of Montenegro. It is an integral part of Montenegrin culture […]
A WINTER WALK ALONG THE FIVE DANICA PROMENADE IN HERCEG NOVI
A few weeks ago I gave some tips about 7 easy winter walks on the Montenegrin Coast, but I forgot to mention one of the most attractive walkways along the coast: the Five Danica Promenade in Herceg Novi. Being entirely exposed to the sun, this pedestrian path offers a unique opportunity to make a long […]