12 countries

Where to go in the Balkans

Pick a country to see all my guides for it: where to go, what to eat, how to get around and whether it’s safe.

18 Things to do in Saranda, Albania

Albania

Riviera, Alps & Tirana

The image shows a picturesque view of a historic stone bridge, likely the famous Stari Most in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The arched bridge spans a clear blue river, with people gathered along the top, taking in the scenery. On either side of the bridge, there are stone buildings with traditional rooftops, and the foreground is filled with green foliage. In the background, steep hills or mountains create a dramatic natural setting, with sunlight casting warm tones across the landscape. The image evokes a sense of history and beauty in this charming location.

Bosnia & Herzegovina

Mostar & Sarajevo

Bulgaria

Sofia & the Black Sea

The Most Jaw-dropping Waterfalls in Croatia to Explore

Croatia

Coast, islands & waterfalls

Greece

The Balkan mainland

30 Best things to do in Prishtina, Kosovo

Kosovo

Prishtina & the mountains

Balkan Countries: A Guide to Travelling the Balkans

Montenegro

The Bay of Kotor

16 Must-see Places to Visit in Macedonia

North Macedonia

Ohrid & Skopje

Snow-covered rooftops of Râșnov, Romania, seen from above with pine-covered hills and a wide valley stretching toward distant Carpathian mountains under dramatic clouds.

Romania

Transylvania & castles

26 Unique Things to do in Serbia

Serbia

Belgrade & Novi Sad

8 Things to do in Lake Bled, Slovenia

Slovenia

Lakes & the Julian Alps

Getting From Istanbul to Cappadocia: 4 Ways

Turkey

Istanbul & Cappadocia

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