Montenegro is often called the “affordable alternative to the Croatian Riviera,” but if you walk into a beach club in Budva in July without a plan, your wallet might disagree. However, unlike its neighbor Croatia, Montenegro still offers incredible value…
Renting a car in Montenegro is the difference between seeing the sights and actually feeling the country. But as someone who drives these roads every day, I’ll be honest: our “highways” are often narrow mountain passes, and our “shortcuts” usually…
Most people visit Montenegro and never leave the stone walls of Kotor. They’re missing the point. Montenegro is a country of impossible contrasts. In a single week, you can wake up to a Mediterranean sunrise on the Budva Riviera, lunch…
The Essential Fact: Montenegro uses the Euro (€) as its sole official currency. Although the country is not yet a member of the European Union or the Eurozone, it has used the Euro de facto since 2002. You do not…
Is taking a taxi in Montenegro a gamble? If you ask a local, they’ll tell you it’s actually one of the most reliable ways to get around – provided you know the ‘TX’ rule. While the industry is strictly regulated,…
Since Kotor’s Old Town is entirely pedestrianized, your first challenge is finding a place to leave your vehicle. In the peak of summer, the small coastal roads surrounding the historic core turn into a bottleneck, and parking spaces become the…
Can You Drink the Tap Water in Montenegro? (2026 Guide) The Short Answer: Yes. Tap water is safe to drink in almost all municipal areas of Montenegro. It is treated, chlorinated, and strictly monitored. However, safety can vary during heavy…
Registration Within 24 Hours Standard Rate €1.00 Per Day Ages 12–18 €0.50 (50% Off) Children < 12 Free of Charge All non-residents of Montenegro visiting the country for up to 90 days, most notably tourists and business travelers, must register…
During the peak travel period, driving through Budva and specifically finding free parking will pose a challenge due to higher demand and limited availability all across town. Budva is notorious for a lack of parking areas, and free parking is…
Traveling to Kotor, Tivat, or Budva? Wherever you’re headed in Montenegro, visiting a new country always throws up a myriad of questions. This guide covers whether you should tip, and if such is the case, in what situations, and how…
