Travel to Montenegro | Is it Worth Visiting? | Pros and Cons

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  • Join us as we travel to Montenegro and explore if it's worth visiting and the pros and cons.
    Montenegro is perhaps one of the most beautiful countries in Europe and offers just about everything you could want in a European destination. Join us in this travel guide as we discuss the Pros and Cons of Traveling to Montenegro either for a vacation, long-term stay or relocating. We go over some of the important areas we noticed during our two months in this country, staying in both Budva and Kotor for a month each. We cover affordability, transportation, food, weather, winter activities, beaches, hiking, and much more. You may be surprised by what we find. Please join us as we discover Montenegro!!
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  • @reneewhisenhunt8836
    @reneewhisenhunt8836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Really enjoyed hearing about Montenegro and can’t wait to see your Cost Of Living video and packing video. Cheers!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you, Renee. We really appreciate your support. Those videos will be coming your way soon. 😃
      Cheers!!! 🍻

  • @python-programming
    @python-programming ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for this video and your wonderful channel! My wife and I work while traveling full time and we were trying to decide where to go after Portugal (we picked Lagos because of your video by the way) and we now settled on Montenegro thanks to this video!! You all rock! Huge fan of the channel and keep livin the good life!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      WOW!! Thank you so much for the kind words! We hope that you liked Lagos and enjoy Montenegro as much as we did. Thailand and Vietnam have recently made it near the top of our list as well. Safe travels and thank you again for the support!
      Cheers!!🍻

    • @WahteverYouWant
      @WahteverYouWant 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What do you guys do?

  • @davidrennie8197
    @davidrennie8197 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    The music is really distracting - really not needed. Thanks for these videos though:)

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thanks for the comment David. However, that is an old video , we have learned a lot since then and have made adjustments.
      Cheers 🍻

    • @amritasodhi4376
      @amritasodhi4376 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agree 💯

    • @dinaelsayed4729
      @dinaelsayed4729 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agree

  • @tradingmetamorphosis7197
    @tradingmetamorphosis7197 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Happy to hear you enjoyed your time in Montenegro

  • @KattieMetChris
    @KattieMetChris 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love it guys! Pretty sure we're heading there after Croatia. Great info and great footage. All the best!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! You should if only for a short time, it'll be worth it. We really enjoyed our time here. Albania is up next!
      Cheers!!! 🍻

  • @anilknp
    @anilknp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks to both of you for this informative video. Going to see this complete series.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for the support Anil! We appreciate it a lot.
      Cheers 🍻

  • @seandavie3672
    @seandavie3672 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Still one of my favourite spots from all your travels guys! Blast from the past video wise too. I've been watching since the beginning and it's amazing how you're so relaxed and comfortable now. I can not wait until we are following in your footsteps in 2025.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Our biggest challenge wasn't just the editing and learning how TH-cam works but getting used to being on camera. We still learn something new every day and always try to improve. Thank you for following our journey for such a long time. We wouldn't be here if it weren't for people like you!! ❤️

  • @boki4258
    @boki4258 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love from Montenegro! 🇲🇪❤️

  • @ArtyNik
    @ArtyNik ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks both of you ❤️

  • @Marie_Poppins
    @Marie_Poppins ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos ❤ thanks a lot for sharing

  • @simonstewart8263
    @simonstewart8263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video , planning on visiting but torn between staying in budva or kotor , leaning towards kotor currently due to the views and a bit quieter at night , would love if you did a video on pros and cons on budva and kotor :)

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Simon! Yeah, we would stay in Kotor and visit Buvda for a day trip. We really enjoyed Kotor and Buvda is only 20 minutes away. Thank you for watching our channel! Safe travels!
      Cheers 🍻

  • @TxDuallyNation
    @TxDuallyNation ปีที่แล้ว +8

    S'vjerom u Boga , Crnogorac do Groba 👆
    Great video and representation of my beloved country of origin ❤️
    Greetings from my second best home in the world South Central Texas 👍👍👍

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for watching!!
      Cheers!!🍻

    • @TxDuallyNation
      @TxDuallyNation ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BrianandCarrie 🍻 Zivjeli!

  • @evanlangley9130
    @evanlangley9130 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For an American summary of Kotor and Budva it’s pretty spot on. Good job!

  • @glendabillingsley6996
    @glendabillingsley6996 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG stunningly gorgeous !!!! Little known gem!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!!!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      We really loved our time in Montenegro. Kotor was amazing! Thank you for watching!

  • @user-ck4mi3sx1k
    @user-ck4mi3sx1k ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you guys for these amazing and I formative videos. My son and I are US residents and have to leave Italy for 90 days. We are thinking of starting in Montenegro and then to Albania.
    Thanks for your help!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      Those are great options! We also loved our time in Romania which is another option if you have time. Thank you for watching and safe travels!
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @EdinCatovic-en8bn
    @EdinCatovic-en8bn หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you very much for this video. I hope you enjoyed my country. Greetings from Budva!🇲🇪

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We did have a great time in Budva!! Montenegro is an amazing country!!

  • @SabineWald_NowHere
    @SabineWald_NowHere หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for your insights. I truly enjoy watching this. I've arrived here for the fist time ever (Sutomore, near Bar) and cannot believe how much I love this small but great little gem. Stunning beaches and people, I must say. Everyone is so helpful. It's easy to get around although it is not peak season and they don't have as many buses. Everything got much more expensive since you've been here but it is still pretty good in comparison where I come from, Melbourne, Australia. I also had the tax shock upon my arrival as everywhere else it was automatic, including Croatia. In Herceg Novi the owners did it for me but in Budva, Podgorica, Ulcinj and Sutomore I had to do it myself. The worst thing was that I had to catch a bus to Bar and they wouldn't accept owner's details without 'List Nepokretosti', although he handed one before. They insisted that the owner sent it to me electronically. They wouldn't even look at me at the tourist centre Bar. The owner wasn't happy about it so after I waited for him (he was in Podgorica at the time and had to organise this at the same time), he wanted to speak to them on WhatsApp. They were nice suddenly but insisted. After one month the lady told me that I didn't need to register or pay tax any longer and that I could stay here for 90 days. After 90 days I could just leave for a few hours to Albania and come back and continue living here for another 90 days. I didn't trust what she said as I believe there are different rules for the Americans and Australians. It could be the rule for the Russians and similar. Thanks for posting your stuff again :)

  • @DeanRamser
    @DeanRamser 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks, Brian & Carrie. We plan to be in Budva in March-April-May; our first time. Montenegro looks better to us than the other non-Schengen countries. After our 90 days there, we are looking at Portugal, Spain, and possibly France. We have until Sept to return to our rented condo home in PDX. Best, Dean & Cindy

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sounds like a wonderful itinerary!! Montenegro was a beautiful country, what we've seen of it so far. Safe travels and Happy New Year!!

  • @MeyTribe
    @MeyTribe ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this vid, and the other vids on Montenegro... I have been living in Bansko for almost 2 years now (great expat/nomad town BTW), and was thinking to go to Montenegro for a couple of months in the winter, as winter here gets to minus 18 Celsius... So these vids were super helpful !!
    I def don't mind less night life, the view looks awesome, and I love to cook LOL
    Was wondering though, what were the temperatures like in Jan-Feb?
    Also, were the apartments insulated? (In Bansko, even though it's a freezing ski-town, there's almost no insulation...)
    (last, most of the walking around is it flat or with an incline?? )
    Thanks for all your awesome videos, new sub here, and keep going

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi, Mey! It was about 55 to 60 Fahrenheit (12 to 15 Celsius) most of the time. It may get a bit warmer during the day and cooler at night but NOT -18!! There are a lot of newer apartments that would be insulated. Thank you for the sub and nice channel by the way!!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @MeyTribe
      @MeyTribe ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie Wow, you guys reply so fast, making me feel guilty for taking weeks to answer comments on my channel LOL
      Def good weather temps to escape the cold weather here in Bansko, think I might just give it a go !!
      Where are you guys at now ?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HA! There's two of us so we can spread out the workload. 😀 We are in Split, Croatia for a couple more days before returning home for a couple months. We are usually only 2 weeks ahead of our most current video but we stacked some up so we could take some time off when we get home. We will head for SE Asia in January.

    • @MeyTribe
      @MeyTribe ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie Ohhhh heard awesome stuff about Split ! Enjoy your stay there... And Enjoy SE Asia, I lived in Bangkok several times for long periods, it's Amazing and I know most people tend to skip Bangkok, or only go to the touristic areas... But if you do go to Thailand def give Bangkok a chance, great city !

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are flying into Bangkok and stay for about a week before heading to Phuket and Chiang Mai. Vietnam and Malaysia are on the list as well.

  • @noellehilgesen612
    @noellehilgesen612 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it

  • @bw5911
    @bw5911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your videos and you are both so real and likeable!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!!! We love compliments like this!!! And thank you for supporting our channel.
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @iancrawford8310
    @iancrawford8310 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    enjoying your videos, we're in Spain for 3 months and have (to some extent) followed your trail.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Ian. We loved everything about Spain and hope to get back soon. We really want to get up North next time and see San Sebastian and the Basque Country. Thank you again for your support!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @iancrawford8310
      @iancrawford8310 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BrianandCarrie Hi again - agree the north of Spain will be a lot different to the south - can't wait to see your video on that...
      Not sure if you want to do a Q&A but if you do I have a couple of questions for you.
      1) If you are on prescription meds (we are) how do you get them?
      2) how do you go about getting cash? We went to a cash machine and the fees seemed really high. Any tips?
      Cheers, Ian & Maggie

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Ian. The prescription med question is a good one. We got extra contact lenses but other than that we don't have any prescription. We understand that if you have a prescription it's not difficult to get what you need in places like Spain or Western Europe where the health care system is very good. This is something we may research more moving forward.
      Getting cash is easy. We use Charles Schwab that reimburses all ATM fees at the end of each month. We usually take out enough cash to only take advantage of this one time each month. We also use Capital One Visa. You get the best exchange rate this way.
      Cheers!! 🍻

  • @davidangevine9303
    @davidangevine9303 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi once again love your videos, we are thinking of kotor in may not sure when you were there thinking it was late fall.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We were there from mid Dec. to mid-January. Thank you for watching!!
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @VIVIDLY-AKZ
    @VIVIDLY-AKZ ปีที่แล้ว

    CONGRATULATIONS YOU HAVE GOTTEN 1K LIKES!!!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching and supporting us!
      Cheers 🍻

    • @VIVIDLY-AKZ
      @VIVIDLY-AKZ ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@BrianandCarrie someone unliked 😢

  • @88mphmusic27
    @88mphmusic27 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your videos! Very valuable! I have to leave the Schengen (currently in Croatia) by April 1st. I can stay in various parts of Montenegro for 90 days. Should I do a back up plan (Bosnia?) on the 80++th day to avoid any problems with the calendar/rules? I am heading north to Scandinavia thereafter...

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We loved both Bosnia and Montenegro. You should do both if you can! 😀 we spent time in Kotor and Budva while in Montenegro and Mostar and Sarajevo in Bosnia. Thank you for watching.
      Cheers 🍻

  • @AlantinoClarke
    @AlantinoClarke 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want to move there next year from South Africa.

  • @Evansteven244
    @Evansteven244 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great show we are in Dubrovnik right heading to Montenegro tomorrow

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you, Rick!! Safe travels!
      Cheers!!🍻

    • @Evansteven244
      @Evansteven244 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BrianandCarrie the pleasure is all mine if I had the means I would bring you both, I surely would which is why I send pictures. This stage of my life I have worked hard to travel and I am now making it happen it is incredible!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's awesome!! Make it happen!!!
      🍻

  • @seamusp5991
    @seamusp5991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You folks are doing a great job!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! We really appreciate your support!!
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @christinecleavest9099
    @christinecleavest9099 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    On my list, thanks for another great video.

  • @buddymiles7210
    @buddymiles7210 ปีที่แล้ว

    fun 🤩

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching Grant!
      Cheers 🍻

  • @catherinepollinger1395
    @catherinepollinger1395 ปีที่แล้ว

    What part of Kotor would you recommend staying in? Are there any particular airbnb recommendations?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We really enjoyed our Airbnb although it was a 20-minute walk to the old town. If you need to be closer, finding a place down by the water close to the restaurants would be ideal. We did a couple of videos on Kotor and really loved how beautiful the town is. Thank you for watching and safe travels.
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @stressfreediet8835
    @stressfreediet8835 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video. Thanks

  • @selmamusic3774
    @selmamusic3774 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi guys you make really good reviews!Im from Montenegro btw and glad you liked it there!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Selma! Thank you! We really enjoyed our time in Montenegro. Loved Kotor!!
      Cheers 🍻

  • @karthikj8969
    @karthikj8969 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video . Wasn’t aware of the tourist tax . Massive thanks for flagging that. How easy was it to get a taxi from airport ? I was wondering if it’s worth booking a transfer beforehand.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! We didn't go through the airport while we were there but can say that there were taxis everywhere! We usually get a cab or Uber when we arrive in any city. However, we have arranged transfer through an Airbnb host when arriving late at night in the past just to be safe. Thank you for watching!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @karthikj8969
      @karthikj8969 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie : awesome. Thanks for that . ❤️

    • @mrbHanoi
      @mrbHanoi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      $17 not cheap for a taxi Much cheaper in Vietnam Thailand or KSA

  • @seanpizzo8256
    @seanpizzo8256 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've lived in Montenegro several times for months at a time. I was just there 3 weeks ago. I've never heard of or paid a "tourist tax," and I've been going to and from there since 2010. I've driven across multiple borders and flown dozens and dozens of times, and this is the first time I've ever heard of a tourist tax in Montenegro.

    • @seanpizzo8256
      @seanpizzo8256 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying you're lying or anything. I'm just saying I've never heard about that or ever had an issue with not paying one. I actually met my wife while living in Montenegro. Her parents live in Andrijevica.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting as we had to pay at both locations and our Airbnb host was very adamant to get this done soon as we arrived. I'm sure, as many things, you can skirt around rules without issue. But we just felt it's never worth that risk. Thanks for watching ☺️

    • @scolic03
      @scolic03 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Google "prijava boravka".

    • @BernhardEhm
      @BernhardEhm 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@seanpizzo8256 well, there is a Tourist Tax in Montenegro (like almost everywhere), but i think, because relatives of property owners (parents-in-law) are excempt, they don´t bother you. And as a rule, most often registration is done not by the tourists themselves, but by the owners of the housing where they stay. This is also regulated by law. It states that all Montenegrin citizens who provide residential space for tourists on legal grounds must register their guests on their own and they have 12 hours to do so. Only if you arrive in Montenegro without a tour package and are not going to stay in an official hotel or hotel should register on their own. But if there was no Registration and Payment, they could fine € 200,- but it seems, the fines are not imposed on all and not always 😉😊

    • @dragandragovic8989
      @dragandragovic8989 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@BrianandCarrie If you ever travel again in Montenegro a locals advise is stay in Podgorica ( capital) main train and bus station and they are minutes apart and connect the entire country for day trips and staying in Podgorica is way cheaper then any other place if you rent over booking...also the visa tax we call 'white visa' is not a must just stick to booking.
      Hope this helped , thanks for the fair video about my home country.

  • @tessc752
    @tessc752 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would be more helpful if you gave names and other details, e.g., of the hike you recommend, the two locations you're going to compare, etc.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We have two Kotor videos and two Budva videos that may answer your questions. Thank you for watching!! 😊

  • @wddlaw
    @wddlaw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brian and carrie if you cant afford to retire in US, like me, when do you pull the trigger and pick your retirement spot....Will you all retire in Montenegro? Thanks

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      After only 7 months of travel we probably won't pull the trigger for a few more years. We are heading to Portugal next to see what the Algarve has to offer. We've enjoyed Montenegro, Albania, Spain and Greece so far. We have so much left to see! Thank you for watching our channel!!
      Cheers 🍻

  • @mariagray4805
    @mariagray4805 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you plan to do a video that explains what your careers were before retiring and how you managed financially to retire so early?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Maria. We are very blue collar. We could not have afforded to retire in the United States. Our travels are very budget minded. We did a video a couple weeks ago that explains our decision process before we made this decision.
      Cheers 🍻

    • @wddlaw
      @wddlaw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BrianandCarrie Great to know!!! I am in a position where I am so burnt out but dont have tremendous amount of assets....And I cant come close to retiring in US....Thanjs you

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are in the same position. We are debt free and have very few living expenses. We have not regretted a single moment of our decision.
      Cheers!! 🍻

  • @satines6045
    @satines6045 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was a really nice video. Thank you for visiting Montenegro, I hope you had a pleasant stay.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We loved our time in Montenegro!! We truly believe that others should consider Montenegro when planning a European trip!! Beautiful country. Thank you for watching! ❤

    • @satines6045
      @satines6045 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@BrianandCarrie I am glad that you liked it, and thank you.

  • @arminsmit9477
    @arminsmit9477 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, just wanted to hear what's the weather like right now. Thought of doing short trip to Montenegro probably next week or Turkish Riviera? Thanks

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Armin! Today it is 62 degrees and sunny. Tomorrow it's suppose to cloud up a bit but sunny next week. Safe travels!
      Cheers 🍻

  • @worldbeauties2813
    @worldbeauties2813 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Brian and Carrie Im going in Jan cheap 3 day trip with kids. Were would you recommend to stay. Flying into the capital? Thanks

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We flew to Dubrovnik and took a bus to Kotor where we stayed for a month before moving on to Budva. It may be easier and less distance then flying into Podgorica. However, it may cost more. You will have to check current pricing.

    • @worldbeauties2813
      @worldbeauties2813 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie Thank you! Kotor or Budva to stay for 3 nights? Which one would you recommend bearing in mind off season

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      We were actually there about the same time last year and would recommend Kotor. Budva is only a 20-minute cab ride away so you can visit both. They each have something to offer.
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @richrichie378
    @richrichie378 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a solo traveller from the UK going to budva in October and to save on cost , I shall be taking the train, then bus from the city close by, as there are no bus transfers available.
    Is the transport reliable enough for the return trip , or would you advise a taxi to the airport? Cheers

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, Rich. I would rely on a taxi to get us to the airport. Public transportation in that area of the Balkan can be confusing. Thank you for watching and safe travels.
      Cheers!!🍻

    • @richrichie378
      @richrichie378 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie
      Okay cheers folks 👍
      I'll see if I'm lucky enough to get a shares in a taxi, if not I'll pre book with the hotel.
      Great videos, enjoy your travels 👌

  • @LisaShear-fb6nd
    @LisaShear-fb6nd 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Going to Montenegro in May 2024 after ending a wine trip in Croatia. If I only have three days coming out of Dubrovnik what would you suggest?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We would go to Kotor! We spent a month there and loved it! We did do a couple of videos on the area. Thank you for watching!!

    • @bighand1530
      @bighand1530 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s in 10 days from now.

  • @danieltroyo3847
    @danieltroyo3847 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi huys,a question, if you had to choose between Montenegro or Albania,which one Would you choose and why? Thanks

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We would choose Montenegro. It is a bit more developed than Albania as far as transportation, grocery stores, and all-around infrastructure. Not a huge difference but something to be aware of. With that being said we did enjoy both Saranda and Tirana. Very affordable.
      Cheers!!🍻

    • @danieltroyo3847
      @danieltroyo3847 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @BrianandCarrie thats one of the many reason I follow you guys cause you always respond right away and that's very appreciated !

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Daniel, if it wasn't for viewers like yourself, we wouldn't be here. 😀 You are very important to us!!! ❤

  • @ker5776
    @ker5776 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about driving from Croatia do you need a covid test??

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      We had to get a test but that was almost 4 months ago. The testing at the time was really easy and didn't cost too much. Things may be different by now. hopefully, nothing is required now. Safe travels.
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975
    @theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the information. Question.... do you need to be vaccinated to enter?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes you do, at the time we entered in December we were also required to have a negative covid test. There is a clinic in Dubrovnik where we got ours. It was really easy and we had the results within 30 minutes. Safe travels!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975
      @theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie
      I just read all requirements have been dropped. Thanks!!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! That makes it much easier!! 😀

    • @theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975
      @theconfessionsofahebrewisr2975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BrianandCarrie
      🙂

    • @zhangwei7837
      @zhangwei7837 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello

  • @thomascronin3450
    @thomascronin3450 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Jenny and Tom here. Did you get a Schengen Visa for EU countries? Do you recommend a Eurail Pass? We will be landing in Madrid November 3 2022 and starting what we hope will be 4 years of overseas travel. How do you access money from the states meaning meaning debit card?? We belong to a bank where there are no overseas transaction fees. What's the best way to access money?
    Have these videos is awesome thanks so much.
    Jenny and Tom

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Jenny and Tom! Yes, we did have a 90 Schengen visa while we visited Spain. Now being in Montenegro, we are out of the Schengen zone and have to remain out for anohter 30 days before we can re-enter.
      We never did purchase a Eurail pass, we just purchased train tickets as we needed them. I only ever briefly looked into the pass, but with the small amount of transfers we would be doing it didn't seem cost effect. But for furture trips where would be moving around more, it may be a great option.
      As far as how we handle debit cards for cash withdrawals, we both use Fidelity and Charles Schwab. They both offer debit cards that reimburse your ATM withdrawal fees. We also each have credit cards that have no foreign transaction fees, Capital One Venture is a great option.
      Sounds like you both have a exciting adventure ahead :)
      Cheers 🍻

    • @thomascronin3450
      @thomascronin3450 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie wow good to know the 30 out before re-entering using a Schengen visa. Curious, with a Schengen can we enter Spain with a one way ticket?
      Thanks again

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just came across this question and realized I miss spoke. You have to be out of the Schengen area for 90 days, NOT 30. I also didn't see your follow-up question. You can enter Spain with a one-way ticket. We didn't have any problems at all. Hopefully, you get this really late reply.
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @sarahdoherty8521
    @sarahdoherty8521 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would you recommend this place for a young family to relocate to? How is the public education system? I’m American*

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We personally would not have relocated there as the infrastructure is still quite dated. Sorry we don't have young children, so we aren't aware of the schooling situation there. Thanks for watching!!

  • @sz13bigmo
    @sz13bigmo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Italy also has a tourist tax, our Airbnb host collected & took care of it. I don’t recall house much maybe 5 to 8 euros per person regardless of how many days as we stayed on night in Bologna & four in Tuscany.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Susan. That sounds reasonable. We don't mind paying a tourist tax but Montenegro sounded high. A good way to support the country I suppose. We may be in Italy late summer early fall, still mapping out where we are looking to go this year. If we do make it into Italy it would be the same region of Bologna and Tuscany. We will see.
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @danexjebac749
    @danexjebac749 ปีที่แล้ว

    The staunchest serbs are from Montenegro also the language they speak there is serbian

  • @jameslarue4190
    @jameslarue4190 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Italy would be nice this time of the year. But I'm guessing you on your way to another small country. Yep, I like to guess.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi James! You do like to guess! 😆We are headed to Albania next! We are really excited about our next two stops. One for 5 days and the other for a month. You can guess where!!!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @jameslarue4190
      @jameslarue4190 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BrianandCarrie Greece. wife says Macedonia

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      James, we will be in Albania for 5-6 weeks then we will spend a month in Santorini!
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @brunobarisic5276
    @brunobarisic5276 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are taxis available 24/7?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We never had a problem finding a cab. We weren't out looking for them late at night but I imagine with the nightlife in places like Buvda you wouldn't have a problem.

  • @user-dp9cj5cf4n
    @user-dp9cj5cf4n ปีที่แล้ว

    Just curious....Italy????

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, Michele. Last year we ran out of time in the Schengen so we couldn't enter Italy. However, we will be heading back to Europe in July!

  • @ianpearson8976
    @ianpearson8976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    good to know.i am flying to albania and croatia in march from uk.i was thinking of flying back to uk then another flight as no connection between the two countries.so now im thinking of getting a bus via montenegro.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like a great trip! I would definitely take the bus. We took the bus from Dubrovnik, Croatia to Kotor, Montenegro, and from Budva, Montenegro to Tirana, Albania. Crossing the bourders was easy and it was much cheaper. Good luck and have fun.
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @ianpearson8976
      @ianpearson8976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie thanks for the reply. I am thinking to do the exact same route. Did you just buy tickets at the bus stations.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it is best to buy it at the bus station because you need a printed ticket. We use Getbybus.com to get the updated bus schedule then arrive at the bus station to make the purchase of the ticket.
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @ianpearson8976
      @ianpearson8976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie last question.Where in europe was your favorite place so far.Difficult question i know with so many great places.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a difficult question!! We really enjoyed Spain but we are finding the people in Montenegro and Albania to be incredibly kind. We have been to Portugal and plan on going back in the very near future. We were only in the Algarve region for 3 days so we want to go back and spend an extended period of time. We will be in Greece next month so we shall see what we think. Unfortunately, we haven't been to Western Europe yet, it is a bit out of our current price range. We have only been on our current world travel for 5 months so we will have a better idea in the next couple of years. Thank you for the question!!!
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @MarieHaydenrenewu
    @MarieHaydenrenewu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Were there loads of stray cats in old town still?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! More so in Kotor than Budva. The cats of Kotor are for real!
      Cheers!!! 🍻

    • @zhangwei7837
      @zhangwei7837 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello marie

  • @mrbHanoi
    @mrbHanoi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Registration tax sounds like bs to me Prefer Thailand or Malaysia just clear immigration and customs at the airport No wonder it is so deserted

  • @denfeex6500
    @denfeex6500 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to move there because Turkey's economy is not good.
    But I'm sure

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      It is a beautiful country. We have not been to Turkey yet but it is on our list. Thank you for watching.
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @clayyytonnn153
    @clayyytonnn153 ปีที่แล้ว

    How far will basic German speaking abilities go in a Balkan country such as Montenegro?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      We don't speak German so we wouldn't know. English is widely spoken.

    • @Niraol
      @Niraol ปีที่แล้ว

      As someone living here, some people do speak German but don't expect much honestly. I learned German for a year and traveled Germany and Switzerland for a few months but honestly I forgot almost all German I learned.

  • @jeffbelanger1108
    @jeffbelanger1108 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey guys, thanks for sharing this video. Montenegro is going to be on our list, thanks to you both. How did you travel there? Did you fly in or boat across?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Jeff, We flew from Barcelona to Dubrovnik via Amsterdam. We stayed in Dubrovnik a couple days before taking the bus to Kotor. The bus to Kotor was only an hour and 30 minutes, so really easy. Thank you for all your support, we really appreciate it!!!
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @bokiboki018
    @bokiboki018 ปีที่แล้ว

    MONTENEGRO IS NEXT TO SERBIA AND I AM FROM SERBIA AND MONTENEGRO IS THE SAME TO ME, MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, WHAT DID YOU WANT TO SAY, YOU YOURSELF KNOW YOUR NATURE

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      We enjoyed our time in Serbia as well!! Again, thank you for watching, and hope the best for you and your country. ❤

  • @oskar6607
    @oskar6607 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You really should have headed to Herceg Novi. It has the best of both Budva and Kotor.
    It’s got a better sun location at the mouth of the bay and all south facing vs Kotor is hemmed in by mountains. Also, I found the swimming not so good in Kotor as there are not any good beach locations and a lot of boat traffick!

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the tip Oskar! We really enjoyed our time in Montenegro so eventually, we will be back! We will Check out Herceg Novi!!! Thank you for watching!!!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @boom1481
      @boom1481 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie oh a s please go to the mountains! More beautiful and so much less crowded

  • @kuchikendra8747
    @kuchikendra8747 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Brian & Carrie do you have any immigration lawyer in Montenegro you can give me a contact??my family and I are trying to move to Montenegro and we’ll love some professional help. Thanks you are guys are amazing..❤️ ya

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Kuchi, we do not have any information that would help you. Podgorica is the capital of Montenegro and may have an embassy of the country you are from that could help you. Good luck and congratulations. Montenegro is a beautiful country to relocate. Thank you so much for the support!!!
      Cheers 🍻

  • @user-yi8uf8df6h
    @user-yi8uf8df6h 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I find a friend to send me an invitation to visit Montenegro

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should just go and make new friends while you are there! The people are so friendly.
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @user-yi8uf8df6h
      @user-yi8uf8df6h 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie I hope so though it's hard

  • @safetcucaj385
    @safetcucaj385 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    did you see ULCINJ MONTENEGRO? But still I am impressed guys/ A FULLY well traveled person is more learned than any PHD from any univeristy. This is a FACT. Actually there is no comparison to be honest man

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We did not see Ulcinj but really enjoyed what we did see. Thank you for the kind words and for supporting our channel Safet!
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @noongar1234
    @noongar1234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    how much is the visitor tax?

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's about $30 for a month stay. Not too bad really. Definitely worth it.
      Cheers 🍻

  • @dk_est2022
    @dk_est2022 ปีที่แล้ว

    *Genesis 28:1-4*
    *King James Version*
    28 And Isaac called Jacob, and blessed him, and charged him, and said unto him, Thou shalt not take a wife of the daughters of Canaan.
    2 Arise, go to Padanaram, to the house of Bethuel thy mother's father; and take thee a wife from thence of the daughers of Laban thy mother's brother.
    3 And God Almighty bless thee, and make thee fruitful, and multiply thee, that thou mayest be a multitude of people;
    4 And give thee the blessing of Abraham, to thee, and to thy seed with thee; that thou mayest inherit the land wherein thou art a stranger, which God gave unto Abraham.

  • @captaincake4331
    @captaincake4331 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The last thing I ever want to hear is that a place is "instagrammable".

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      But it is Instagrammable! 🤣

  • @almavega971
    @almavega971 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wala ng al8hgaook moo ai

  • @bokiboki018
    @bokiboki018 ปีที่แล้ว

    To be honest, there is no joy in your eyes... don't talk about the internet and those things, don't underestimate us, Nikola TESLA is one

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hmmm..maybe we just need to drink more water? 😀 Thank you for watching!!
      Cheers!!🍻

  • @ianpearson8976
    @ianpearson8976 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    your beers going flat.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      HAHA!!! We didn't realize it was in the shot until it was too late. And yes, it does look like it's going flat! 😃🍻
      Cheers!!! 🍻

    • @ianpearson8976
      @ianpearson8976 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie yeah just a jokes.

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😄😄

  • @adnannazifi4532
    @adnannazifi4532 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ottoman empire stayed in , 450 years , can you imagine slave people living in Adreatic see , because still the name of the Adreatic see still today is from the ILIRIEN Kingdom ok , ALBANIAN people today ok ,

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Okay! Thank you for watching and sharing.

  • @Thaj_1021
    @Thaj_1021 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm black, are there black people in Montenegro 🇲🇪

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi, Abdul. We honestly didn't notice.

    • @peterwhite6683
      @peterwhite6683 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's 1, called Leroy

  • @sheikh_freddy
    @sheikh_freddy ปีที่แล้ว

    The only thing i know about montenegro is being lazy

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      You should watch the video, its packed with information!!😀

  • @MrBreakingbad
    @MrBreakingbad ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Worst country I’ve been to.
    Mediocre at best.
    People with no manners, bad food (I can’t emphasize this enough), poor infrastructure, horrible traffic… Yes it’s cheaper than it’s rivals in the territory but you get what you pay for. Never again.
    (Shared opinion of an international group)

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      We spent two months in Montenegro and found the people very welcoming, however, there is a lot of work that still needs to be done. Thank you for watching our video!
      Cheers!!!🍻

    • @MrBreakingbad
      @MrBreakingbad ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BrianandCarrie If you compare them to Turks or Greeks (great people in terms of hospitality) they come across almost hostile in my opinion.
      Nice video btw 🙂

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  ปีที่แล้ว

      We loved our time in Santorini and would agree that we were received very well. We have not made it to Turkey yet but it is on our list. We are in Romania now and getting more comments on our videos from locals on where we should go and what we should see. People actually thank us for visiting their country!! Anyway...thank you for the comments and watching. Safe travels!!
      Cheers!!!🍻

  • @hemalshah8426
    @hemalshah8426 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Worst country ! Rude people - don’t believe this review

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for watching and adding your opinion. Have a great day!
      Cheers!

  • @jamesfleming1973
    @jamesfleming1973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Far too much focus on themselves and not enough on the places they’re talking about 🫢

    • @BrianandCarrie
      @BrianandCarrie  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      James, we have done numerous videos on all the places we have been to. Thank you though for the insight. Have a great day!
      Cheers!!!🍻