MONTENEGRO Montenegro’s meandering coastline, backed by dramatic limestone mountains, gives on to the serene blue waters of the Adriatic. And while Croatia, to the north west, has grown in popularity, few Britons drive two hours down the coast from Dubrovnik to the ancient town of Budva. Founded by the Greeks in the fourth century BC, and then fortified during the Middle Ages, the town forms the heart of the “Budva Riviera”, which runs 22 miles from Trsteno to Buljarica, and is dotted with a series of sheltered coves and eight miles of sand and pebble beaches. Getting there Budva is 12 miles from Tivat airport, 40 miles from Podgorica airport and 60 miles from Dubrovnik airport, in Croatia. Alternatively, you can fly to Dubrovnik and drive down the coast to Budva. A five-minute stroll east along a narrow coastal path lie the pebble beaches of Mogren I and II. On the way, note the bronze sculpture of a ballet dancer, a symbol of Budva, performing a graceful arabesque as she gazes out to sea. Mogren I is backed by cliffs, and connected to Mogren II by a short tunnel. Skip Slovenska Plaza, a one-mile strip of greyish sand west of town, which is overlooked by restaurants and late-night bars, and is crowded with sunloungers. For more secluded bathing, head to the small island of Sveti Nikola (known to locals as Hawaii) by taxi-boat from Budva’s seafront promenade. Covered by pinewoods and fragrant Mediterranean vegetation, it has a few beaches and a restaurant. Best of all, you can rent a kayak and paddle around to the south side to reach several isolated coves. Also east of Budva, the one-mile long beach at Becici is managed by the several large hotels that overlook it, with waiter service, beds and a parasol. Visitors can pay to enter.West of Budva, the Blue Flag Jaz is a curving arc of fine pebbles and sand, ideal for children, with pedal boats, kayaks and jet-skis for hire. It is backed by a campsite, and hosts open-air summer concerts and the annual Sea Dance Festival. Where to eat & Dance– Transportation is not included Tri Ribara: Owned by a family of fishermen, Tri Ribara (Three Fishermen) is known throughout Montenegro. Right by the beach, the decor is deceptively rustic; the fresh seafood is exquisite. It lies just outside Rafailovici, a 1½-mile walk from Becici .. Menus from 35 Euro with limited drinks Jadran: On the seafront promenade in Budva, with a front terrace opening on to the marina, Jadran looks touristy but is loved by locals. The menu includes seafood, barbecued meats, pasta and pizza .. menus from 30 Euro/with limited drinks.. good for dinner Langust: In the fishing village of Przno, close to Sveti Stefan, this informal eatery has heavy wooden tables and benches on a vine-covered terrace overlooking the beach. It is open all year and is highly regarded by locals for its fresh seafood .. Citadela Restaurant: In Budva Citadel, Citadela is the perfect place to watch the sun go-down and sip a cool cocktail after a hard days. Montenegrins know how to throw some of the best parties in the region, but they're laid-back with it. Menus from 70 Euro with drinks Big Ben Restaurant – Tivat Good for sunset, next to the beach – available and good for lunch. Menus from 20 Euro De Gustibus Restaurant - Porto Montenegro Yacht Club, Tivat We recommend De Gustibus for all who are looking for a truly unique, authentic, and memorable experience. Select your favourite freshly caught seafood from our open fresh fish stall; then sit back, relax, and take in the gorgeous sunset overlooking the impressive PMYC Pool and Boka Kotorska Bay while your dinner is being delivered from the sea to your plate. Enjoy an upscale but laid back restaurant atmosphere or stop by our buzzing mezzanine floor lounge for a delicious cocktail or a live performance. OPENING HOURS: Monday - Sunday: 07.00pm - 01.00am/ During the summer only. Rates - TBA Yacht Club An informal daytime restaurant located at the foot of the Porto Montenegro Yacht Club's iconic pool. Open to the general public and PMYC members, it features a selection of fresh salads, seafood pastas and grilled fish using locally sourced ingredients prepared in a refined yet casual style. Open Summer season only but available for private hire all year-round. LOCATION: Porto Montenegro Yacht Club (PMYC)/Tivat The Notorious Club Platinum-Tivat Platinum launched in 2015 and immediately stole the limelight as top nightspot in the country. Smart decor, a serious sound system, top barmen and plenty of live entertainment make this a welcome addition to the village's nightlife scene. OPENING HOURS: Platinum comes to life from 11pm to 5am, Monday - Sunday, summer only. TOP HILL Top Hill is a prominent open air nightclub in Budva, Montenegro. About the club[edit]. Top Hill is located on the Topliš hill, overlooking the city of Budva, on the central part of Montenegrin coast. Technically located within the bounds of Podostrog hamlet, it is much closer to Prijevor hamlet, some 2 km (1.2 mi) from Budva ...Summer Only.. TOP HILL BUDVA // BEST NIGHT CLUB GLOBAL 2012 BY MONACO INTERNATIONAL CLUBBING SHOW TROCADERO During the summer and New Year’s holiday, Trocadero is a meeting place of every-body who is looking for a good atmosphere, which is guaranteed at this discothèque thanks to its good sound system and lighting effects. Club Maximus in Old Town Kotor is one of the most attractive clubs in Montenegro, equipped with everything for good fun. With capacity for over 4,000 people this club regularly hosts big names and concerts. Open air bars in Old Town Budva – There is no better evening than you spent your time enjoying a drink with friends. With a multitude of bars, this is the perfect place to sip a cool cocktail after a pleasant day Did you know? Budva’s old town was hit by an earthquake in 1979 – of 400 buildings, only eight escaped damage – so what you see today is largely the work of restoration experts.. EXCURSIONS Short Montenegro Tour / 4 hours Although this is the shortest tour we offer, it will give you the opportunity to see the diversity of the Montenegrin coast, in only 4 hours. This four hours day tour includes photo stops above Jaz Beach, Budva old town and St.Stefan island, then visit the Old Town of Budva for a short walking tour and some free time and finally back to the starting position where we finish this tour. After a brief introduction to our representative, we begin this day trip. Budva is considered to be one of the oldest settlements on the Balkan Peninsula. The Old Town of Budva lies on a little island that was linked to the land by a sandbar and in time turned into a peninsula. Inside the walls of the town, there is a combination of narrow streets and little squares with valuable monuments of different Mediterranean cultures. Here everyone will find something for oneself. The Old City is a living exhibition space that hosts a number of events in the atmosphere of the original streets and piazzas rather insignificant. In addition to walking and photographing, Budva is the ideal place to relax or to have a coffee or lunch. After a few minutes of driving, we will stop to view the Jaz beach, place where was a concert of Rolling Stones and Madonna. Next photo stop is on the lookout from where we can enjoy the view on the island Sveti Stefan - luxurious resort that once used to be a small fishing village, first mentioned in the middle of 15th century. This small island is connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus. In total there is about 1 mile of pink sand beaches. The island is private property so it can only be photographed from the shoreline. It was visited, by the Queen of England Elisabeth II, Italian King Umberto II of Savoy, then Sophia Loren, Doris Day, Geraldine Chaplin, Kirk Douglas, Sidney Poitier, Richard Widmark, and writers Andre Malraux and Alberto Moravia and many others. You will love it. At the foot of the Lovcen mountain ridge, in one of the most exotic encounters of land and sea, stands the island of Sveti Stefan. As legend has it, a fort was built on the island in 1442 when it was first settled. The island was fortified by walls so families from the surrounding villages could find shelter from Turkish and pirate attacks. According to legend, the settlement was founded after a Pastrovic band bested the crew of a Turkish galley, and with the booty they seized a fort was built with one house for each of the twelve Pastrovic clans. On the terrace above the entrance to Sveti Stefan for decades the Pastrovic court meted out justice and resolved disputes, the spot known as the “place of justice”. Sveti Stefan has three churches: the church of St. Stephen, after which the island was named, located on the highest point on the island, the church of Alexander Nevski, and the smallest one dedicated to the Transfiguration, at the very entrance to the town, joined by a narrow embankment with the mainland. Spirit of the Sveti Stefan Here tales of pride and patriotism were told, history blending harmoniously with the beautiful environs. In their long history Sveti Stefan, Milocer and Budva have been visited by many travelers, coming to admire the splendors of a small spot that has always proudly opened its doors, offering an experience of unprecedented beauty.