Last weekend we finally succeeded in visiting Hridsko Jezero (Hrid Lake), situated at an altitude of 1970m above sea level. For us, ‘active seniors’, it was too strenuous for a hiking tour, but we had read on internet that the Lake is now also accessible for passenger cars, and that was – of course – […]
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RENTING A SMALL CAMPER VAN IN MONTENEGRO
Many foreign tourists would like to rent a camper van and explore the less touristy part of Montenegro during the summer season. It’s true, they can hire a motor home in Croatia or Serbia, but more adventurous couples (or singles) would prefer renting a simple, small and compact camper van that is well-adapted for driving […]
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 […]
KOTOR’S HIDDEN CORNERS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
During the last few years, I have visited many towns and villages in Montenegro making thousands of photos, but I am convinced that the old town of Kotor is one of the most attractive places for those photographers who like to make shoots of hidden corners, picturesque details and funny scenes. Avoid visiting Kotor in […]
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. […]
WAR MONUMENT TOUR THROUGH OLD MONTENEGRO
If you are interested in making a war monument tour through one of the most authentic and picturesque areas in the central part of the country, I give you an absolute insider tip: explore Old Montenegro, the mountainous area between Virpazar and the old Royal Capital of Cetinje. This area covers a part of Crmnička […]
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 […]
5 MONASTERIES AROUND SKADAR LAKE
I have always been fascinated by Skadar Lake as it is one of the areas in Montenegro that is (still) for a great part untouched by mass tourism. The natural beauties are overwhelming and the fact that so many ruined stone houses, old fishing villages, fortresses and monasteries can be found all over the region […]
WHY HAS TIVAT BECOME SO POPULAR?
The town of Tivat, situated in the Bay of Kotor, has never been a particularly attractive tourist destination. As it does not have a picturesque old town, it was in stark contrast with the charming medieval settlements and ancient fishing villages in its immediate surroundings. But things have changed in the last few years. Thanks […]
7 PLACES NOT TO MISS IN NIKŠIĆ
Although I have been living in Montenegro for quite a long time, I only discovered Nikšić recently and I can assure you: it is worth a visit! As Nikšić is located in the central part of Montenegro, most tourists and travelers just pass by on their way from or to the Bay of Kotor, Durmitor […]