A friend recommended I visit The Hague (Den Haag in Dutch) because it has Amsterdam vibes without the crowds. It ended up being one of my favorite places in Western Europe, and I’ve been back several times since then. There’s so much more than the International Criminal Court. You’ll see canals and bikes everywhere just …
Dubrovnik is full of beautiful things to see and do, if you don’t mind walking up a few stairs to get there. Dubrovnik is known for it’s huge city walls, but there’s also lots to do outside of Old Town. Plus there are plenty of fun boat tours and day trips from Dubrovnik. These are …
Split, Croatia is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Stunning architecture, incredible sunsets, and at least a dozen beaches make Split one of my favorite places I’ve visited so far. Croatia can be more expensive than some other Balkan destinations like Mostar and Kotor. But luckily there are plenty of free things to …
Croatia’s coastline on the Adriatic sea is dotted with several small islands. Split’s central location makes it a great base for island hopping. Split is a great base for island hopping in Croatia. There are several islands just off the coast with nice beaches and small seaside towns. You can get to the islands by …
Croatia’s capital and largest city is full of remarkable architecture and green parks. Most of the things to see in Zagreb are in a small walkable area. If you’re traveling throughout Croatia or to other places in the Balkans, you probably only need a day or two to see everything. Luckily most of the attractions …
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If you’re traveling through the Balkans, you should visit Budva, a dreamy beach town on Montenegro’s Adriatic Coast. Compared to Kotor, Budva has more of a party vibe and is a little more upscale. It can feel crowded during the summer season. Most of the restaurants along the coast are on the fancy side and …
I went to Kotor, Montenegro because a friend recommended it. It ended up being one of my favorite places in the Balkans. Kotor is surrounded by mountains and the Bay of Kotor. It’s a perfect place for hiking, kayaking, and watching the sunset. The medieval Old Town reminded me of a smaller version of Dubrovnik. …
Trebinje is a quiet town in southern Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). It’s close to Dubrovnik, Mostar, and Montenegro, which makes it easy to add to your trip to the Balkans. I visited Trebinje after Kotor and Budva. It was a perfect place to relax and slow down after being in crowded, busy areas. Here are …
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The street art in Mostar is one of things I love most about this town. Abandoned buildings covered in bullet holes are transformed by beautiful art. Four-story murals cover the entire side of apartment buildings. Almost no surface is off limits. There’s a street art festival every summer, so new murals are always being added. …
Mostar is a charming Balkan city with great food and beautiful nature. It’s surrounded by mountains and the Neretva River flows through the center. There are flowers and fruit trees everywhere. Mostar is a special place for me because I met my boyfriend here. This is his hometown and we met when we he was …
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