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48 Hours in the most UNDERRATED CITY in EASTERN EUROPE | Kotor, Montenegro

Flying The Nest
Flying The Nest
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👁️ 230K views📅 7 years ago⏱️ 15:14

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Editorial Summary

The creators document a family road trip traveling from Croatia through Bosnia and Herzegovina to reach Kotor, Montenegro. They detail the logistical aspects of crossing international borders by car, including the necessity of a green card and the time required for passport checks. Upon arriving in Kotor, the family stays in an affordable bed and breakfast that offers views of the surrounding landscape. The creators explore the historic Old Town, noting its status as a World Heritage Site and its unique location within a bay that resembles a fjord. They highlight the town's famous cat population and visit the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon. The trip includes a boat excursion to Lady of the Rock, a man-made island featuring a monastery with a long-standing tradition of sailors adding stones to its structure. The video concludes with the family enjoying local Montenegrin cuisine, including fish soup, squid, and shrimp, while admiring the coastal views.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this place is amazing so we're gonna make everyone hungry

this place is amazing and totally underrated

it's really worth coming out here so unique

Creator's Tips & Advice

Ask for a green card when hiring a car to cross borders
Visit the old town of Kotor for its unique atmosphere
Try the local fish soup and squid dishes

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

nervous about border crossingsWe had no issues; just ensure you have the green card for car hire

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are border crossings like between Croatia, Bosnia, and Montenegro?
QWhat is there to see and do in Kotor, Montenegro?

Port Highlights

Bosnia-Herzegovina2½ Happy Bacon
Kotor4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Lady of the Rock (15 euros each)
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