So, you do not know where the next trip should go? Feeling bored travelling Asia or America? Do you still want to have warm and relaxing beaches? Then, I can warmly recommend a Balkan tour with Vansa wings travel agency info@vansawings.com
Here are reasons why you must visit Balkans in 2020
#1 Wonderful nature
You will find turquoise crystal-clear sea, bright green forests, steppe areas, breathtaking waterfalls, wonderful coastlines, deep fjords, fertile regions and mountains. The Balkan offers a diversity of nature that is second to none.
#2 Historic cities
Mostar, Dubrovnik, Ohrid, Veliko Tarnovo, Sighisoara and Budapest. Each of these cities has its own story to tell and is beautiful on top of that.
#3 Rich of story
The Balkans know a past marked by wars, political instability, religious and ethnic tensions, reigns of terror and resistance. In many places, the past marks seem almost tangible. A must-see place for every history buff!
#4 Short distances
You may have wondered how people managed to travel to so many countries in such a short time. The secret lies in the relatively short distances between each of them. People sat on average about 3 to 4 hours a day in the car when they are traveling to neighborhood country. If you wake up pretty early and plan well, you can see a lot of the Balkans in a short time.
#5 Hardly See any Tourists
Through years of wars and instabilities, tourism is still in its infancy in many of the Balkan countries. In addition, the Balkans as a holiday destination are not yet anchored in the minds of many people. Despite having minimum infrastructure and a lack of tourist facilities, these downside has all covered by its beauty and unspoiled nature.
#6 Friendly Locals
On your road trip through the Balkan countries you will be greeted very friendly everywhere. Even though English is not fluently spoken here, people are willing to listen to what you need. Finally, help you throughout the way.
#9 Delicious foods
In each of the countries you will visit you will get special culinary await you. What mostly attract the attention is that, the taste and color of fruits and vegetables is way more intense. It somehow looks fresher, more natural, and just better. This is due to the many hours of sunshine and the strict conditions for agricultural products.
The variety of different cultures in a small space offers a corresponding diversity in food. However, the food is hearty and often meaty is cross-border. It is the local cuisine you should definitely not miss. As a vegetarian you will also find good options.
The most common dishes are thick stews, salads, cevapcici, grilled meats (especially pork) and Ottoman dishes like burek, kofte and baklava.
As far as alcoholic drinks are concerned, Rakia / Rakija (high percentage fruit brandy) is widespread as well as good wines (especially red wine). Otherwise, beer is often sold here - the respective larger brands often have solid beers on offer.
#10 Cheap prices
The idea of just camping and cooking was relatively quickly thrown out of the way. The Balkans are simply unbeatable in price. For example, your cheapest accommodation on Lake Ohrid in Macedonia will cost just € 15 for 4 people, including 2 tents and 1 car.
#11 A step back in time
In many places in the Balkans, it feels like the clocks tick a little slower. Horse carts are still a common means of transport, agriculture plays a major role. The traffic is often stopped by a cow, sheep or goat herd. It feels like being transferred to an old European age.
#12 Balkan Vs Other European Destinations
The Balkans is an exciting, very exciting region in southeastern Europe. It has been characterized by changes and unrest in the recent past. The disintegration of Yugoslavia and associated Yugoslav wars cause traveling to many regions impossible for a long time.
Meanwhile, many countries are on the upswing, the war damage is eliminated in many places and tourism is flourishing. Things have also changed inside the countries that were not directly impacted by the recent wars. Bulgaria, for example, was admitted to the EU and has considerably improved its infrastructure.
Only a few places in the Balkans are impacted by mass tourism. This fact makes the special charm of a Balkan tour. Overall, it has cheap prices, nice encounters with locals, hardly any concrete blocks, and many scenic corners awaits you to discover.
The best time to visit the Balkans is usually spring and summer. Good time if you want to visit the coasts and beaches. In winter, sports fans find good conditions in the Balkans (eg. in Bansko, Bulgaria). City trips are possible every year, especially to the capitals (but I take expressly Tirana, Skopje or Podgorica!).
#13 English Languages Familiarities
Unfortunately, there is no common language in the countries of the Balkans. You can rely on English to be able to communicate here all-day round. German is spoken only in a few areas.
Just like in other European countries, you will get very well English representatives in hotels. Depending on the country and the respective education system, at least some basic words in English are spoken by the locals, and even more in tourist centers.
In most countries, you are very welcome as a foreign traveler, only in Serbia there are a few resentments due to various historical events, which one hardly perceives.
Hospitality and helpfulness are very important for the Balkans. This will make you trip here a special experience!
As far as crime is concerned, the Balkan countries are no more dangerous than other European holiday destinations. Though, pickpocketing and petty crime are possible in this regard.
Conclusion
If your love to travel in a place where you hardly get crowd of tourist, then Balkans is a good choice. There are many tourism spots here from museums, castles, beaches, mountains and other historical building to explore. If you are on a budget, this place is perfect to visit with the love ones.
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