When seasoned traveller Ginny joined us in North Macedonia this summer, she was looking to explore somewhere new, on a trip that would dig a little deeper than Lake Ohrid. Everyone who has heard of North Macedonia has heard of Ohrid. Fair enough, it’s one of the oldest lakes on the planet, its water the
The 7 Best Wildflower Hikes in the Balkans (Where and When to Go)
- Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Destinations, Inspiration, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia
- hiking, hiking, hiking, Nature
Late spring and summer are wildflower season in the Balkans, and every hike in the mountains brings a bouquet of colour. Wild orchids carpet the meadows, blue forget-me-nots dot the slopes, and pink gentians climb straight up against snow-capped peaks. Seen from a distance the meadows look subtle; up close they’re intense, every blade humming
Macedonian chefs are gaining popularity outside the Balkans. Food brand Pelagonia has brought the iconic roasted pepper spread ‘ajvar’ to tables across Europe, landing shelf space in Waitrose and the Co-op, while Macedonian restaurants like Lacy Nook and Benugo have been making waves London. Plus, Macedonian wines are picking up Decanter gold awards. Macedonia was
North Macedonia is one of Europe’s most underrated destinations. Tucked away in the heart of the Balkans, this small country is packed with ancient history, dramatic mountains, UNESCO-listed sites and a fascinating mix of cultures. From Europe’s oldest lake and medieval monasteries to London buses, secret pearl-making techniques and some of the Balkans’ best wine,
Bosnia and Herzegovina: three incredible adventures beyond Mostar and Sarajevo
- Bosnia & Herzegovina, Inspiration, Uncategorized, Wilderness
- Bosnia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnia holidays, Hiking Holiday, hiking in Bosnia
Bosnia and Herzegovina on an Undiscovered Balkans road trip across the countryside: instead of doing the classic Sarajevo to Mostar route, we opted to stay in towns like Konjic and Blagaj, all the while driving through mountains and along brilliant blue rivers. Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country of pure mountains and more waterfalls than
Lake Skadar or Lake Shkodra? A Guide to the UNESCO Biosphere shared by Montenegro and Albania
- Albania, Inspiration, Montenegro, Responsible travel, travel
- Albania, Lake Shkodra, Lake Skadar, Montenegro, Undiscovered Guides
If you’ve been researching a trip to the largest lake in the Balkans, you’ve probably noticed something confusing. Some maps call it Skadar Lake. Others say Lake Shkodra or Lake Shkodër. Some sources put it in Montenegro. Others in Albania. UNESCO appears to use different names for what might be the same place. And now
Is Albania Safe to Visit? Is the Balkans Safe for Tourists? Yes — Here’s What You Need to Know
- Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Inspiration, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Travel Advice, Uncategorized
- Culture Tours, Travel Inspiration, Travel Inspiration, travel tips
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Mention you’re heading to Bosnia, Albania, Serbia, or Kosovo and someone will inevitably ask “is that… safe?” The answer, with enormous confidence, is yes. Overwhelmingly, statistically, experience-backed yes. We travel to Albania and the rest of the Balkans as a family, with kids and as a solo female traveller on the Undiscovered Balkans team too.
Authentic Balkan Travel: 10 Cultural Experiences You Can Be Part Of
- Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Inspiration, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Travel Advice, Uncategorized
- authentic travel, Balkans, Balkans, Balkans, Culture Tours, travel tips
While people travel thousands of miles paying top dollar for indigenous tourism experiences, the Balkans is home to some of the richest and oldest traditions, making it the best place for authentic travel in Europe. When we say ‘indigenous’, the word often conjures an idea of traditions practiced far away in Asia, South America, or
Meet Vojislav, our super North Macedonia adventure guide who is most at home in the mountains and nature of his country, and has been hiking since he was 15 years old. He hails from the countryside near Skopje, and was a teacher and translator of Serbo-Croat and Macedonian for 11 years before realising he wanted
Bulgaria 2026: why the Eurovision winner deserves to be your next holiday
- Bulgaria, Inspiration, Travel Advice, Uncategorized
- Balkan food, Bulgaria, Culture, Food & Drink, Food and drink, Hiking Holiday
Bulgaria just won the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest with Dara’s Bangaranga which had Vienna dancing the night away. And while the rest of Europe catches up with Bulgaria’s Eurovision win moment, we’d like to suggest something: come and see what this Balkan country is actually like. Dara said in an interview that her Eurovision song