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Cozy Montenegro is an inexpensive and quality beach holiday in the Adriatic, Orthodox monasteries and medieval sights, lakes and national parks, the charming capital of Podgorica and the resort of Budva.
According to the romantic-exotic name of Montenegro, there is a familiar slavic soul. Small and friendly, this country is in constant popularity, especially for fans of budget and environmental holidays. And its similarity with Crimea (though sometimes not with the best sides of the peninsula, for example, its hotel base), and at all make Montenegro native and cozy.
Montenegro is chosen by unpretentious tourists who value holidays alone with nature. The trip to the country will be satisfied by lovers of peace and quiet, families with children and those who do not want to spend all their holidays on vacation: prices in Montenegro are quite democratic. In addition, a truly warm welcome awaits in the country for nudists, for whom there are equipped special beaches and coastal complexes.
Recently, the Montenegrin tourism industry began to develop after years of absolute stagnation. Today, in any resort town of the country you can find and luxury five-star hotel, a decent “three-star”, and a modest guest house.
The most luxurious hotels are in Budva, Kotor, and of course, in the resort of St Stephen. Those who are not interested in the “Hollywood” level can easily find an option easier: good three-star hotels are scattered all over the country. Price from 50 EUR per day. In Ulcinj the cost of accommodation is even lower.
A family or a company can rent apartments. Apart-hotels in Montenegrin resorts are no less than classic hotels. Price from 45 EUR.
Villas are one of the most popular accommodation in Montenegro. The main disadvantage of this choice – location, many villas are located 100 to 500 from the sea. In addition, there may not be shops or markets near your villa.
Montenegrin food establishments can be easily divided into 2 categories: “local” food and tourist restaurants. Locals serve traditional Montenegrin delicious food – the portions at such establishments are just enormous. Tourist restaurants’ dishes are smaller, the food is worse, but the terrace offers a great view. Needless to say, getting acquainted with traditional Montenegro cuisine is better in simple family restaurants. They are located in non-tourist areas, away from the beach. The owners usually cook themselves and serve the best soup in the whole district (soup of several types of fish) and “mixed meat” (meat assorted). A dense lunch will cost around 35-50 EUR for two.
The beach resorts usually have good fish dishes and Italian food. Italian restaurants are generally very popular in Montenegro, and their pizza is usually no worse than in Italy itself. In addition to pizzerias, there are Chinese and Thai establishments.
Montenegrin wines, although little known in the international markets, are well deserved. Visiting card of local winemaking – the tart Montenegrin “Vranac”, as well as “Krstach”, “Chardonnay” and “Sauvignon”. The best quality strong drink is “Krunak” (grape vodka).
Materials are from the site: tonkosti.ru
Buses or cars are best suited for moving across Montenegro. The bus fleet has not been updated for a long time, often transportation is late and breaks down on the road. And in general, you do not get particularly hot on streamers – be prepared for the fact that in mountainous areas the trip may take longer than you expected.
On the coast, the buses depart every 10-15 minutes, the first one – at 6:00, the last – around midnight. Lounges are equipped with composters. Reusable tickets are sold at tobacco kiosks. The cost of one trip – 1-1,5 EUR.
In Cetinje, Podgorica and other cities off the coast, buses depart from the bus station. Fare depends on distance. For example, a trip from Budva to Ulcinj would cost about 8 EUR.
In the cities (except for Podgorica) buses are rarely used. You can stay at a stop for about half an hour and so nothing to wait. Usually stops, by the way, are also in short supply here. Usually, people wait on the roadside and stop the buses with a wave of their hands.
Car rental rates in Montenegro start at EUR 30-40 for small cars and end at EUR 200 per day for 7-seat Landcruiser Prado.
On the roads, everyone is polite enough, so evil characters, overtaking on narrow stream roads, are rare. The allowed speed within the city is about 50 km/h, outside it – up to 80 km/h, excluding the areas where there are special signs. Many roads in the country are laid on very steep mountains, so you should be especially careful not to drive, before sharp turns, if not visible in front of the road, it is better to reduce the speed and give a light beep that can alert the oncoming car about your presence.
Taxis in Montenegro are licensed and private. Private individuals go without counters. Agree on the amount of payment before boarding, prices are usually too high, you can trade and even need to bargain. Licensing machines are equipped with counters. Boarding – 3,5 EUR, each kilometer of the trip – 1 EUR.
Montenegro has widespread so-called water taxis. Between cities and towns on the coast, sail ships and boats. There are private owners either: the owners of the motor boats will gladly take you anywhere and come back when you say. A motor boat trip costs an average of 10-15 EUR.
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