9 Interesting Facts About Gulet Cruising in Montenegro
Montenegro is a mixture of lovely towns, VIP locations, amazing beaches, and many cultures. It is also fast developing yachting destination that offers many possibilities for the numerous visitors it receives.
Amongst all the beauty and opportunities it offers for a great gulet cruise, you can also mix things up by adding Croatia (Dubrovnik) to your route plan.
If you’re still undecided, here are 10 interesting facts about the Montenegro and gulet cruise possibilities.
Visit Porto Montenegro
This is one of the most luxurious ports in Europe. This area is quickly becoming the new Monaco with the largest superyachts and billionaire visitors, making this place desirable even among the wealthiest individuals. This exclusive marina and yachting paradise are placed in the Mediterranean within the UNESCO-protected Boka Bay. Marina features beautiful nature, waterfront residences, luxury shops, and high-end events. It is sure to say that Montenegro will quickly become one of the top luxury destinations in Eastern Europe.
Montenegro cruise offers many possibilities for active holidays
For those who love to stay active, or would love to have a mixture of relaxing and active holidays, you will love cruising here. You can go rafting, cycling, hiking, exploring historical sites, snorkeling in the bluest waters… Additionally, gulets also feature many watersports which will keep you amused during the cruise. Possibilities are truly endless and depend on your preferences.
Cruise to Budva
This is Montenegro’s most-visited destination, which attracts numerous visitors each year. Budva has stunning sandy beaches, a gorgeous ambiance, and long rich history. This lively town is a perfect mixture of modern and traditional, it has a great atmosphere, a gorgeous Old Town. However, when you move away from Old Town you will have a hard time finding anything that isn’t new modern architecture. Budva simply is a must-visit stop on any Montenegro itinerary.
Gulet cruise is also a gastronomical experience
Every gulet comes with a professional crew and personal chef that will prepare the most amazing dishes for you. Montenegro prides itself on amazing traditional cuisine combined with Italian, Turkish, and Greek cuisine, and even familiar to us all, hamburgers. Like all good countries in the Mediterranean, fish is a very important ingredient in the cuisine. Keep in mind that everything can be personalized according to your wishes.
There is over 290 km of unspoiled coastline
Montenegro also offers great weather conditions for cruising, more than 250 days under the sun a year, and typical Mediterranean wind conditions.
You can visit the Montenegrin Alcatraz
Skadar Lake is home to a tiny rocky island called Grmožur. Known to the locals as the Montenegrin Alcatraz, it’s a fortress that once served as a prison during King Nikola’s rule. The surface of Skadar Lake varies from 400 to 525 square kilometers which is the largest lake in Europe.
The origins of the county name mean ‘Black Mountain’
If you ever wondered, Montenegro got its name meaning ‘Black Mountain’ from the dark forest that covers the land. the name dates back to the era of Venetian hegemony over the area in the Middle Ages. Other Languages belonging to nearby countries also used their own languages to describe Montenegro as the Black Mountain.
You can escape the crowds
Mirište beach is hidden from the crowds and is one of the most attractive areas in Herceg Novi Riviera. This beach features turquoise water ideal for swimming, plus you are surrounded by stunning scenic views. Furthermore, restaurants with local cuisine are part of the superb offer. It is ideal for those looking for a getaway, and families with children.
Cathedral Saint Tripuna is older than Notre Dame in Paris
When visiting Kotor good place to stop by is the Cathedral of Saint Tripuna. Interestingly this cathedral is 69 years older than form cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. Additionally, you can climb to the top and have a very nice view of the town.
Montenegro is another amazing gulet cruising spot in the Mediterranean sea that now you know you must visit at least once.
This county has many strong assets and offers impressive gulet cruise experience.
With great weather conditions for sailing and all previously stated facts, it is no surprise that Montenegro is becoming a favorite place for cruising among many.
You can further explore the top spots in Montenegro, or contact our sales advisors for some good advice.
