Herceg Novi, once the hottest spot to vacation in Yugoslavia, is now a relatively sleepy coastal town in Montenegro now overshadowed by far by Kotor and Budva to the south. Supposedly Herceg Novi is a busy place in the summer, but it didn’t maintain that same energy into October. Still, Herceg Novi is a wonderful…
When you visit Mostar, you’ll likely see ads for a greater Herzegovina tour that includes Blagaj, a small village mostly known for the tekija or Dervish monastery that sits next to the source of the Buna river. If you have more than just a day in Mostar, definitely consider spending a few hours checking out Blagaj.…
After Sarajevo, Mostar is THE destination city for backpackers, day trippers, and other travelers in Bosnia & Herzegovina. As cultural capital and most well-known city in the Herzegovina region, it’s not to be missed. Whether you find yourself here for just a few hours on a day trip or for a few days (habitually adding…
One of the biggest mistakes travelers make when visiting Bosnia & Herzegovina is only seeing Sarajevo. And as much as I absolutely adore the city itself, it’s also a great starting point for day trips that take you into the countryside. Come along with me as we explore two medieval towns: Travnik and Jajce. If you…
Day 1 introduced you to Sarajevo and Day 2 went in-depth about Bosnia’s history, so let’s slow things down a bit for Day 3. There’s still lots to do, but today’s agenda allows time for sleeping in, having a longer meal or afternoon coffee, hitting souvenir shops, or catching up on any of the activities…
Good morning! I hope you’re well-rested after a long Day 1 in Sarajevo, because there’s plenty on this Day 2 agenda as well. Let’s get started: Morning: Tunnel of Hope Tour Meet your guide from Sarajevo Funky Tours at 9am for this half-day excursion to the Tunnel of Hope. It starts with a drive out…
When I arrived in Sarajevo, the only thing I knew about the city was that Franz Ferdinand was shot here, triggering WWI. Beyond that, nada. Sarajevo quickly stole my heart, and I wholeheartedly recommend that you spend as much time in this magical city as you can. This three-day itinerary is the bare minimum, in…
Dear Sarajevo, We were truly strangers before we met. I didn’t know much about your reputation beyond what happened here one day in 1914. I had no expectations of you, and sometimes that’s the best way to start. From the moment I arrived, you stole my heart. I won’t say it wasn’t a rocky beginning–one…
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