Montenegro Travel Stories

Sep 16, 2022 • 6 min read

Tiny Montenegro snags some of the best scenery in the Mediterranean. Here are the top beaches for swimming, sunbathing and admiring the views.

Sep 16, 2022 • 7 min read

From rafting and climbing to diving and camping, here are the best ways to get outdoors and explore the remarkable little country of Montenegro.

Jun 15, 2021 • 5 min read

The beach might lure you to Montenegro, but you also will discover a land full of culture, history and natural wonders, not to mention delicious food.

Feb 1, 2021 • 5 min read

Explore the Balkan Peninsula and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic with these scenic drives in southeastern Europe – a perfect road trip experience.

Nov 12, 2020 • 10 min read

Oliver Smith travels to the remote borders of Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo to set foot in a once-forbidden mountain wilderness where, today, walkers are…

Feb 28, 2020 • 11 min read

The borderlands where Montenegro, Albania and Kosovo meet are one of Europe's wildest corners, whose mountains once inspired fear and now draw hikers

Jan 20, 2020 • 5 min read

Not many regions can brag that they have renowned national parks, like Durmitor and Plitvice Lakes; world-class cities that retain an air of relaxed cool, like…

Jul 7, 2019 • 6 min read

Dramatic is the operative word for the Belgrade–Bar railway line, which promises authentic culture and geographic riches around every bend as it rumbles…

Mar 28, 2019 • 5 min read

With its rich history, diverse landscapes and hearty food and drink, Eastern Europe is firmly on the map for more travellers than ever before. But growing…

Jun 15, 2018 • 5 min read

Every year more travellers make the journey to the Balkans to explore the countries of the former Yugoslavia. Some come for adventure, many for history…

Jun 6, 2017 • 6 min read

Montenegro’s capital Podgorica is reminiscent of a teenager: a cheerful and lovely companion, yet confused about its identity and having a hard time…

Jul 16, 2016 • 6 min read

Waves of fog battled patches of blue sky as the Via Dinarica hiking trail inclined sharply to the junction between Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo. At the…

Sep 8, 2015 • 5 min read

The prettiest and best-preserved town in Montenegro, Kotor wears its elaborate fortifications like tough, spikey armour; yet behind the city walls lies a…

Dec 9, 2014 • 4 min read

With a beautiful coastline backed by a whole heap of craggy mountains, Montenegro has an abundance of scenic driving routes. Whether on the main highways…