Rest in the Budva Riviera

Budva Riviera - Adriatic coast, resort area of ​​western Montenegro. The riviera includes many resorts with sandy and pebble beaches with a comfortable, gentle entrance to the water. The Balkan Peninsula as a whole has a mild climate, and besides the beaches, there are other entertainments.

Montenegro is a European state located in the southeast in relation to Europe and in the west in relation to the Balkan Peninsula, if we consider the location on the map. This is a many-sided and unique country that combines beautiful mountain landscapes with historical architecture.

The center of the Budva Riviera is the small town of Budva. Becici, Sveti Stefan, Rafailovici, Petrovac, Przno are famous resort towns that are loved by many tourists.

Historically, a settlement called Budva was founded about 2500 years ago. The latest archaeological finds from the area date back to the 5th century BC. During its development, the city passed from the hands of the Serbian feudal lords to the Venetians, which influenced the culture and language of the inhabitants.

The townspeople communicated among themselves in the Venetian language almost until the 19th century. The town became part of Yugoslavia only after the First World War. Tourism began to develop rapidly in the 1970s. Later, in 1979, the historic town was destroyed by an earthquake. At the present stage, all the destruction has been restored, and now traces of the catastrophe cannot be found at all.

Budva has been a part of independent Montenegro since 2006. The permanently residing local population here is about 13 thousand.Some historical buildings related to private buildings are preserved here in the old part of the town. In the new part there are no narrow winding streets, but there is a vibrant nightlife, many hotels, restaurants and bars. In order to better plan a trip to the Budva Riviera and take into account everything necessary for comfortable travel and living, we will consider the main nuances regarding this resort.

The Budva Riviera is characterized as a sunny place, and rain is really rare here. Sunbathers should take into account the presence of the mountainous terrain, as the time for sunbathing is reduced to 6-7 hours due to the rocks.

The beaches of the Budva Riviera intersect with the mountain zone, which makes the rest comfortable, there is practically no heat in this area. However, when choosing a beach holiday, it should be borne in mind that during the season, local hotels are overcrowded, so you need to plan your vacation in advance.

It is most peaceful here in May or September - the bulk of tourists have not yet arrived or people are leaving. It is comfortable to be in the Budva Rivriera. The local flora and fauna are beautiful, so you can spend your time on excursions. At the end of April, a carnival takes place in Budva, with which the season begins. The event as a whole is very colorful, designed for children, so it is best to come to it with your family.

The temperature of the Adriatic Sea in May will be still cold - +18 degrees, so this period is not suitable for swimming. The warmest water is by the end of June, but at this time it is hot in Montenegro - +24; +25 degrees. But if a resort vacation is included in the plans, then the most popular are the towns of Jaz and Becici.

The main pearl of the region is considered small town Petrovac... It is famous for its combination of beautiful bays with comfortable sandy beaches. Here you can admire the olive trees, the groves of which are closely adjacent to the seaside mountains. For a relaxing holiday, people choose Lucice beach, since there are practically no waves here.

The resort town of Bechechi has at its disposal a beach with a length of about 3.5 km. Whoever knows about its location speaks of the coast as the cleanest one. The zone is considered private, as it is here that the largest number of hotels, including private villas, are located. There are many tourists here during the season. Near Becici is located resort Rafailovic, and from this place you can book many excursions, including to Albania and Italy.

As in any other resort area, local hotels have a popularity rating, as well as a division according to budget.

• Hotel Braceralocated in the city of Budva received the most reviews. The average price for an overnight stay here is 3650 rubles per person. The service is assessed as excellent, and you can get here by your own car, since there is where to leave it. In addition to free private parking, the hotel boasts a SPA-salon, free Wi-Fi. The staff is characterized as responsible and the breakfasts are delicious. On a comfortable loggia you can watch the endless sunset in the evenings, and the famous Slovenska beach is just 200 meters away.

• Hotel Adria collected a little less reviews, and the average cost of an overnight stay here is higher - 4,700 rubles. The beach is far from it - 350 meters, but there is a cozy terrace where you can sunbathe.The hotel is the closest to the old part of Budva, so lovers of excursions to local attractions come here.

• Hotel Riva located in the town of Petrovac next to the beach. It is famous for its local bar with excellent wines, cleanliness of interiors, and a beautiful terrace.

• Hotel Hermes Budva one of the newest in the city of Budva, not yet too famous, but who have been here speak of it as an excellent place to stay. The local staff are English speaking and the rooms are of very high quality.

• Hotel Adrovic - collected the largest number of positive reviews among inexpensive holiday destinations. The town is located in the town of Sveti Stefan, which is 5 km from Budva. The local beach is located literally under the windows of the building.

Private houses and villas are readily purchased for personal ownership, as well as issued for rent. The average cost of the service is from 180 to 500 euros, the most expensive is to rent during the season. Renting a villa in the Budva Riviera is an ideal solution not only for young couples, but also for families with small children.

The houses usually have several bedrooms, and guests can accommodate from 4 to 10 people. The area of ​​the houses is different, there are both cozy small houses and luxurious mansions with an area of ​​up to 400 sq. meters. For example, a villa in the town of Petrovac has 5 bedrooms that can accommodate up to 11 guests.

Swimming pool, sea view, barbecue, barbecue, sun loungers and umbrellas, terrace - all these are standard services of all such places of rest. Residents are provided with an equipped kitchen, dishes. The villas are located far from the beaches, since the first zone is occupied by hotels, but there are always equipped swimming pools in the courtyards. The minimum rental period for villas is usually limited to a week.

Small holiday homes with terraces are equally popular with huge mansions. For example, the cost of one of these, located near the Rafailovici beach, costs from 290 euros at the beginning of the season and 600 euros by its closing. Services include a dining area, TV. It offers private rooms with fitted showers.

The old town of Budva is one of the most famous landmarks of the area... The population is average, the infrastructure is assessed as good, there is practically no crime on the streets. The old town is located close to the center, and its historical value is quite high.

The second most popular attraction is St. Stephen's island... The area is rated average in terms of transport accessibility, but it cannot be called secluded. The safety of visiting is high, and the views from the island are very beautiful.

Another island that is a popular attraction is island of St. Nicholas. The transport accessibility of this place is assessed as satisfactory; nevertheless, there are always many guests here. Tourists appreciate the views and the interestingness of the visit.

If you do not want to get out anywhere, while resting in Budva, you can find many interesting sights. For example, the local Citadel is an ancient fortress, which was once the largest and most impregnable. Today it is a popular architectural monument, where it is always crowded, various excursion programs are held.

While in Budva, one cannot ignore the monument, which is popularly called the "dancer". Photos of the sculpture are ubiquitous among users and serve as proof of a visit to the resort town.

Another popular pilgrimage site is Church of the Holy Trinity, which is located in the center of the Old Town and invariably attracts the attention of lovers of architectural attractions. The style of construction is Byzantine, and the years of construction are 1798-1804.

Transport of the Budva Riviera is primarily a well-developed bus network. Public buses can go around all local attractions. Transport is comfortable, runs often, routes are convenient.

The central transport interchange is the Budva bus station. From here you can go to any city in this Balkan country. The bus station has a cozy external and internal view, located on Popa Jola Zeca street. The shortest route to it: from Slavic beach along Filipa Kovacevica street. You can easily get there by using a local map or by asking for help from any Montenegrin.

Not only shuttle buses between cities depart from here, but also international flights. The most popular destinations to the capital of Montenegro are Podgorica, the cities of Kotor and Petrovac. Buses leave every quarter of an hour. From here you can go to Serbia, Bosnia, Slovenia, Croatia.

Local and external buses are punctual, and the price depends on the distance of the trip, on average from 1 euro on the Budva - Becici - Rafailovici route. For 2 euros you can take a ride to the beaches of Trezno and Ploce.

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