From Dubrovnik, it was a mere 2-hour bus ride to Kotor town, deep in Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor. “Europe’s newest country” declared independence from Serbia in 2006. While travelers are slowly discovering the raw beauty of this region, it’s still mostly untouched by tourism, so this is the best time to see it. Here I found dramatic mountain views, a gorgeous bay, and towns filled with history and charm. Here are a few pics from the bus on the way to Kotor - my first impressions of this amazing place.


