Montenegro


Budva vs Kotor: Which Popular Montenegrin Town Should You Visit?

If you’ve done some research on the best towns to visit in Montenegro, you may be weighing Budva vs Kotor, two of the country’s most popular locales. Now, in a perfect world, you’d have plenty of time to visit both, but I’m going to guess that you landed here because that’s not the case. Maybe your limited itinerary dictates that you only have…

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12 Fun Things to Do in Kotor, Montenegro from Land to Sea

Coastal Kotor, Montenegro is one of the most well-preserved medieval European towns still standing today. You’ll have no problem finding fun things to do in Kotor, particularly if you’re as obsessed with fortified towns and panoramic mountain views as I am. It’s easy to see why many people make the two(ish)-hour drive from Dubrovnik to see this…

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Hiking Kotor Fortress in Montenegro: Essential Guide (Plus Key Tips)

Hiking up to St. John’s Fortress – a.k.a Kotor Fortress or the Castle of San Giovanni – is easily one of the best things to do in Kotor. In fact, it’s the number one thing that drew me to Kotor (and put vastly-underrated Montenegro on the map for me) in the first place. So if scoping out the best views is also a priority for you while traveling,…

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17 Breathtaking Bay of Kotor Hotels that Will Inspire You to Visit Montenegro

The dramatic landscapes of Montenegro are literally (and figuratively) on another level. In addition to hiking Kotor Fortress for brilliant views, these breathtaking Bay of Kotor hotels provide the perfect vantage point for the spectacular scenery. Whether you’d prefer to stay at one of the more popular Kotor hotels or one of the lesser-known gems…

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