Europe's Most Beautiful Fjords Guide

Who would have thought that Montenegro, this fairy-tale little country, is hidden in Europe! After a week of in-depth travel, I discovered that it offers both magnificent fjord scenery and the charm of medieval old towns, and the best part is that prices are half those of Western Europe~

【A Perfect Blend of Culture and Nature Route】
Kotor Old Town 8:30-20:00
✔ Venetian-style old town listed as a World Heritage Site
✔ Be sure to climb 1,500 steps up to St. John Fortress
✔ A paradise for cat lovers, with lazy cats everywhere
Galion Restaurant in the old town (next to the northern gate pier) serves super fresh oysters!

Budva Open all day
✔ The most beautiful coastline on the Adriatic Sea
✔ Sveti Stefan Island is like a postcard come to life
Recommended: the wave-shaped boardwalk at Mogren Beach, perfect for stunning photos

Durmitor National Park 7:00-20:00
✔ Filming location for "Casino Royale" (007)
✔ Remember to wear non-slip shoes for hiking around Black Lake!
Ethno Village hotel inside the park offers snow-capped mountain views from the balcony

Perast Town Open all day
✔ Two fairy-tale-like islet churches
✔ Recommended to take a boat to Our Lady of the Rocks Island
The seafood risotto at seaside Restoran Conte had me eating it two days in a row...

【Insider Tips】
➊ English is widely spoken in Montenegro, so communication is easy
➋ July and August are peak season with higher prices; May or September is more cost-effective
➌ Renting a car and driving yourself is most convenient; remember to buy full insurance
➍ The local red wine is unbelievably cheap—20 euros for the quality of a 100-euro French wine

【Foodie Must-Try List】
😋 Njeguški pršut (dry-cured ham with melon)
😋 Seafood platter at Tryzna Restaurant in Kotor
😋 Truffle pizza at Gusto Pizza in Budva Old Town
😋 Be sure to try the local Rakija fruit brandy

🏨 Hotel Recommendations Based on Experience:
Kotor - Hotel Hippocampus (central location in the old town)
Budva - Avala Resort (private beach is amazing)
Durmitor - Hotel Soa (snowy mountain and lake views right outside the window)

Sveti Stefan Island Budva Old Town Black Lake Durmitor National Park Mogren Beach