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Feel the southern spirit

So you are one of many travelling souls in search of the famous southern spirit on the Balkans and you don't know where and how to start you journey.

It is for a very good reason that the number of people passing through the European south-east is extremely increasing in the past few years. The beautiful landscape, affordable to extremely low prices, the rich cultural happening; all this combined with extremely kind-spirited people makes the states on the Balkans more than a jewel for travelers. 

It is a known fact that the most recent war in the 90's has left quite a huge mark on the population, as well as on the landscape so some of the countries are still recovering from those events. Nevertheless,  all of these countries have kept their raw beauty, intact nature and incredible historical background. From Romans to Turcs, Habsburg dinasty to Napoleon, under the influence of many cultures the nations of the Balkan have somehow written their own original story. And it is waiting for you to read, see and live it! 

Here is a tip for you: rent a car in Slovenia and begin your travel throughout the Peninsula  by car there. Slovenia is known for its landscape tremendously marked by green woods, interesting caves, beautiful  mountains , but perhaps  its biggest advantage might be that it is not too crowded by tourists.  This small country has much to offer, so do not confuse it with Slovakia, located much more on the north,  and begin your trip here. 

Continue to Croatia, diverse country from Panonian Plains to Adriatic sea, you can stop at Plitvička Jezera,  go to one of many spa or hike on the Velebit.  Soon a member of EU, the currency will no longer pose any issues, in addition  the removal of customs will facilitate the crossing.

When going to Serbia, be sure to visit its northern, rather independant county Vojvodina,  where you will be surprised by its beautiful city Novi Sad.  Fruška gora is another national parc, where you can see lots of unique creatures.

In Bosnia, try the traditional food, and spirit drinks, see the Baščarščija Square in Sarajevo, visit the second biggest city Banja Luka or the beautiful coast of Neum.

If you decide to stop by i Macedonia, here are the absolute must-see locations. The Smolare waterfall, National Parc Pelister or Galičica, visit the beautiful capital Skopje with the Old Bazaar, beautiful new constructions on the banks of the river Vardar.

In Bolgaria, the beautiful but rather crowded Black Sea coast is one of the most beautiful places on the Balkans.  Visit the capital Sofia with its rich historical heritage, from museums to ancient buildings, this city will not leave indifferent.

In Montenegro you will be astonished how beautifull the Gulf of Kotor,  Durmitor National Park and visit the capital Podgorica. The beautiful river Morača, the ancient roman remains, the bridge Milenijum,  all this and more you can discover in this country.

If you choose to visit the capitals, Zagreb, Sarajevo, Beograd, Ljubljana, Sofia,  Podgorica will all warmly  embrace you; so rent a car and experience how the rich and sometimes tumulteus history has shaped and transformed these capitals. Move from north to south and experience the shift in nature and architecture right in front you.

If you prefer the coast, rent a car in Portorož and travel along the sea-side! This way you can choose along the way where you want to make a stop. Take in consideration, the more to the South you go the more you will be taken away by the beautiful Adriatic sea and its beaches. If we would have to point out the most beautiful coastal cities, we would certainly advise you to stop in Pula, Split, Dubrovnik, Budva etc.

We recommend to all of you to stop at national parcs you might cross alng the way: Triglavski Narodni Park, Narodni park Krka, Plitvička Jezera, Nacionalni Park Đerdap, Narodni park Kozara, The Lake of Ohrid, Skadar Lake, etc.  It will be worth it!

Spice up your  Balkan road trip by visiting one of many world-known festivals:  Exit Festival in Serbia, Sarajevo Film Festival, Terraneo Festival, Beograd Beer Fest,  International Independent  Film Festival in Sofia, Tirana Art Days and many others.

Be sure too get the most from your roadtrip, so hire a car and be able to adapt this trip exactly how you wish to. Follow your instinct, be spontaneous be free and rent a car.