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Guide to Montenegro

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When to Go

During the summer high season, it’s possible to climb the peaks of the Dinaric Alps and swim in the Adriatic off the Budva Riviera on the same day. But for those who want to experience the country’s natural beauty, architecture, and historic sights with fewer tourists, spring and fall are the best times to visit.

How to Get There

There are no direct flights between the United States and Montenegro, though Montenegro Airlines flies from certain European hubs (including Frankfurt and Paris) to the country’s two international airports (Tivat, on the coast, and Podgorica, inland). Alternatively, you can fly to Dubrovnik’s Cilipi airport, 12 miles from the Croatia-Montenegro border.

Where to Stay

Bianca Resort & Spa

Kolasin; 382-81/863-000; biancaresort.com; doubles from $192.

Hotel Grand

GREAT VALUE Cetinje; 382-86/242-400; hotel-grand.tripod.com; doubles from $96.

Hotel Milocer

Scheduled to reopen in summer 2008 as part of the Aman Sveti Stefan. King’s Beach, Budva; svetistefan@amanresorts.com; telephone and rates not available at press time.

Planinka Hotel

GREAT VALUE Žabljak, Durmitor National Park; 382-89/361-344; doubles from $70, including breakfast.

Sveti Stefan

Scheduled to reopen in summer 2009 as the Aman Sveti Stefan. svetistefan@amanresorts.com; telephone and rates not available at press time.

Where to Eat

Belveder

Cetinje; 382-86/235-282; lunch for two from $36.

Catovica Mlini

Morinj; 382-82/373-030; lunch for two from $44.

What to Read

Montenegro: The Bradt Travel Guide

Annalisa Rellie’s book is the best English-language guide to the country. The third edition will be published in June.

Realm of the Black Mountain: A History of Montenegro

The history of Montenegro from pre-Slavic times to the 2006 referendum, by Elizabeth Roberts. Cornell University Press.

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