Montenegro is a country that ticks all the boxes; stunning mountains, sandy beaches on the crystal clear Adriatic Sea, historic old town centres, fantastic wine and tasty cuisine, friendly inviting people! The Centre for Sustainable Tourism Initiatives (CSTI) of Montenegro has been working to create a more ‘local’ experience for travellers to get out and see more of the country side. Travellers can now, through the partner company of CSTI, Montenegro Adventures, book a range of adventure and eco-based tours, village trekking, hiking, rafting… you name it!

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Many people do not really consider Montenegro when planning their summer holidays. However, with the efforts of CSTI and Montenegro Adventures, they really should! Sure there are a lack of cheap flights, but if you fly directly into Dubrovnik via Sky Europe, the Bay of Kotor, Budva and capital city, Podgorica, are only a short drive by taxi costing less than EUR 100 for a group of 4.

Read more about Responsible Tourism in Montenegro at the the whl.travel Blog “Summer in the Balkans” feature.

There is so much to see and do in the fascinating little country of Montenegro. Just think about the beautiful beaches alongside stunning mountain ranges, your travelling spirit will certainly come alive! We have selected a few of the best towns and cities to visit on your trip to Montenegro.

1. Budva – a beautiful old fishing village by the Mediterranean and one of the main tourist centers of Montenegro. With a historically rich spider-web of mysterious alleys and staircases, small squares and narrow streets it really is something special! Take the 1 EUR bus trip to visit the picturesque near-by island of Sveti Stefan. If you can afford the EUR 1500 you can stay at the luxury villa on the islands exclusive hotel. If you are looking for something more budget, perhaps Hostels in Budva or some simple Budva Hotels for your holiday the local whl.travel connection is located in Budva to assist.
   

   Incredible Budva

2. Podgorica - as one of the newest capitals in the world this popular city is a blend of the old and new architectures with green tree-lined avenues and shopping strips. A trip to Podgorica will no doubt come with a short stint in this city. Whilst visiting Podgorica be sure to check out the towers and caves of amongst the ruins of Nemanjica grad (Nemanja´s town), a medieval fortification in the centre that makes for a great little day trip. 
   

   Hiking near Podgorica

3. Bay of Kotor – you could not visit stunning Montenegro without a trip to the Bay of Kotor situated in the North of the country and bordering Croatia and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Also known as Boka Kotorska or the Gulf of Kotor, this area is famed for the charming little towns and villages, as well as popular Kotor. The old town of Kotor is listed a UNESCO World Heritage site being one of the best preserved medieval towns from the 12th to 14th century. There are plenty of Kotor Hotels and also some great private Villas in Kotor if you are looking for a getaway from the daily grind!
   

   A tasty lunch in Kotor

Of course, this is just a very small dip into the incredibly diverse country of Montenegro. If you would like more information or travel inspiration about Montenegro, contact the local whl.travel connection, Montenegro Adventures.