All you need to know about Sutomore

Resorts in the Balkan countries can be no less attractive than Turkish or Black Sea counterparts. But at the same time, clear leaders and outsiders stand out among them. Sutomore fell completely undeservedly into the second group.

Sutomore resort is located in Montenegro, but among Russian tourists it is not yet popular enough. The main reason here is an acute shortage of places in hotels. The dominant part of the accommodations for visitors is apartments, apartments and private houses. Affluent people can afford to spend time in the villa. A feature of the resort is therefore that it is necessary to book accommodation on the Internet, moreover, in advance.

Sutomore is mainly visited by those who count on self-rest. Refusal of the help of travel companies allows to save quite substantial money.

Based on weather conditions, we can confidently say that in May the official holiday season begins. But not everything is as simple as it might seem. The Adriatic Sea is quite cold, and it also has quite cold deep currents. Because lovers of strictly comfortable leisure it makes sense to go to this resort no earlier than the second decade of June. Then it will be possible to safely swim, without fear of health consequences, even for those who are not too strong.

Of course, this restriction does not apply to those who are thoroughly seasoned and who wish to arrive in Sutomore early. However, still they go to the Balkans mainly for the sake of pleasure.And therefore, the mass start of the season falls on June 10-15, just then the school year ends in Montenegrin schools, so the beaches are becoming much more crowded. The air warms up to 25 degrees. In the evening hours it gets cooler (about 23 degrees), which is pleasing to people.

July days in Sutomore are also quite pleasant. The air warms up to 30 degrees, and many believe that this is the perfect time. But August in this part of Montenegro is usually hot, the temperature at some points rises to 35 degrees during the day, so from 11 to 17 hours there are fewer people on the streets. In this case, very warm water (up to 25 degrees) will please.

September in Sutomore is the velvet season. The heat recedes, the air warmed up to 25 degrees, and the sea to 23 degrees. But in the second half of the month the weather can get worse. Rains and even storms come.

On the territory of Sutomore, you can not only lie on the beaches, but also see a number of attractive places. About a kilometer to the north-west are the ruins of the fortress of the XV century Hai-Nehai. The place itself is famous for the church, in which there are Orthodox and Catholic altars at the same time.

Sutomore's beaches are close to 2500 m in length, each of them is clean and comfortable. The main beach area is approximately 800 m. This is the only part of the coast covered with sand and small pebbles. The size of the “wild” beaches is significantly inferior to the main beach, but not in beauty. It is there that you can retire and truly enjoy a “wild” vacation. A set of offers for vacationers is quite typical. It includes:

• flights over the sea;
• catamaran trips;
• riding a tablet;
• scuba diving.

Near the beach areas, various cafes and restaurants are continuously working. It is recommended to visit a variety of institutions, because the menu can be very different. Nearby there are also souvenir shops and shops with thematic paraphernalia. For excursions and for independent visits, the ruins of the monastery of St. Mary, as well as Lake Skadar are equally recommended.

Visiting the islands is easy - many boats and catamarans get there. The territory of Sutomore itself boasts ancient buildings. They were erected from stone quarried in the vicinity of the city. The same stone was used in the construction of local bridges. Visitors to Sutomore with children are recommended to simply walk along the streets, bays and surrounding forests, enjoy the view of steep cliffs.

The local fish market allows you to buy a variety of seafood harvested by Montenegrin fishermen. Unlike supermarkets, the market is very easy to bargain. You can reduce costs by up to 50% on luck. At the same time, it is better to plan a visit to the market in the morning. Then it will be possible to get the freshest fish caught at night.

The range of excursions from Sutomore is quite large. Attention deserves a paraglider flight over Budva. Take-off will occur from the resort of Becici. An individual boat excursion (along with diving) will begin in Budva itself. Additionally, they will also offer:

• fishing in the sea;
• fishing on the mountain lake Pivske;
• access to Skadar Lake by speed boat;
• boat trip on the Bay of Kotor on a sailboat (galleon).

From other excursions, the “Heart of Montenegro” draws attention. It involves a tour of the city of Cetinje, which is valuable culturally and historically. There you can see palaces, temple buildings. From this city, tourists head to the village of Negushi, where they will show the cooking process and offer to evaluate the achievements of national culinary. From Negushi, the bus will go to Boka Kotor Bay, along the way you can see the most beautiful landscapes.

The final point of the tour is a visit to Perast and the island of the Holy Virgin, famous for unusual structures.

A good alternative is the Canyons excursion program. It is aimed at acquaintance of vacationers not with cultural, but with natural sights. A visit to Skadar Lake, the canyons of Moraca and Tara will naturally be organized.

Travelers will also enjoy arched Dzhurdzhevich's bridge, monastery of the 13th century, mountain roads, Black Lake, national park. Sea excursions are organized from Sutomore (for which ships and boats are used).

Travelers can explore the amazing views of the coast, bays, islands and ancient villages (villages). Maximum attention is paid to Kotor, where the ship stops for 60 minutes, so that passengers can inspect the ancient streets live.

One day boat trip involves visit to Budva and Petrovac. Additionally, you have to feel the charm of the passage along the Adriatic Sea. Attractive and boat trip to the sandy beach of the Queen. Boats move between two points daily. They hit the road in the morning and bring tourists back in the evening.

Talking about tours is very nice. But it is equally important to know which hotels are waiting in Sutomore, and what you can count on when visiting them. For accommodation of tourists hotels and apartments are intended. Based on the generally accepted international scale, in Sutomore, on average, leisure corresponds to the level of 3 stars.

All visitors note that comfort is guaranteed anywhere in the resort. The reduced rating is mainly due to the fact that the atmosphere in the rooms and apartments is not too luxurious. Attractive offer is Saga Del Mare. For a night there pay at least 50 euros. The path to the beach is approximately 1 minute. The private beach strip is reliably protected from penetration of strangers. Free Wi-Fi is provided. The apartments in Saga Del Mare are equipped with air conditioning and kitchens, which include:

• refrigerators;
• plate;
• kettle.

Guests will also be offered barbecue accessories. You can easily book a car rental from the administration or go snorkelling. Much cheaper (from 16 euros) accommodation in Apartments Sosic. The reduction in fees is due to the fact that the road to the beach is 9 minutes. Part of the apartment Sosic contains kitchens. Be sure to give guests barbecue facilities. Free parking is available for customers.

From Apartments Sergej, the road to the sea is approximately 6 minutes. 800 meters separates paying 38 euro guests from the city center. It offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies, bathrooms, personal kitchen. Free Wi-Fi suggests that this hotel corresponds to the international class. There is a grocery store nearby, and there is also a pizzeria.

From individual villas it is recommended to visit Apartments Aleksic. The distance to the beach is approximately 1 kilometer. Therefore, the road there is no more than 10 minutes. Each room, including the studio category, is equipped with air conditioning, a bathroom and Wi-Fi. Getting to the surrounding markets and shops is easy. The path to the railway and car stations does not exceed 10 minutes.

Complete the review appropriately at Apartments Blagoje. Renting a room there starts at 20 euros. Get to the beach in 9 minutes. Near the complex is a garden with barbecue accessories. Studio rooms are equipped with balconies and air conditioning. Free Wi-Fi is provided. 100% of rooms of this class are equipped with miniature kitchens with stoves and refrigerators.

To come to Sutomore from the airport or get out somewhere, you should use regular buses or a train (from Podgorica).A number of routes connecting the main centers of the country and coastal resorts are laid through Sutomore. Taxi services are also in demand, although they are more expensive.

Judging by the estimates of vacationers, a visit to Sutomore is great for family leisure. Transfer from the terminal does not exceed 30 or 40 minutes, even with heavy traffic. The path runs almost along the shore. Because the children will be distracted by the excellent view from the windows of the car.

On the main city beach you will be able to "take a position" only if you get up "neither light nor dawn", that is, about 8 o’clock in the morning. Please note that it is not recommended to sunbathe between 11 and 16 hours - then the sun is the most dangerous, especially for children. In any case, do not come to the beach without sunscreen and an umbrella from the sun, which can be bought everywhere.

Vacation at this resort is affordable. Visitors in September should consider that it is quite cool at night. As former travelers say, walking in the evening hours is only comfortable in a sweatshirt or jeans. Daytime is accompanied by heating of the air to a fairly significant temperature. But at the same time, the sun does not burn, and you can be on the beach from morning till night.

For lovers of long swimming, it is better to ride in Sutomore in July-August. The rest of the time the water is a little colder. But the evening weather at the end of summer is characterized as suitable for walking along the embankments and for visiting the coastal bar. Please note that for swimming it is recommended to use special durable shoes, since the bottom is usually rocky, and there is a chance to step on a sea urchin.

The beaches and surroundings of the coastal town are pretty clean. Travelers note that the restaurants of Sutomore correspond only to the lowest level by European standards. It is worth considering that the beaches and promenades are located below, and all housing is in high places. Therefore, getting to the hotel from the sea is not too comfortable if you also have to move the stroller with the children.

Food in Sutomore at a very high level. The difference in quality and prices in individual institutions is almost absent. Especially good marks are given to the Izvor restaurant, from where you can see the sea. Riding at the resort after September 15, which is understandable, is not recommended.

If a large family with children is traveling in Sutomore, then it is more profitable and practical for her to stay not in a hotel, but in apartments. Amusement for children's recreation is a good fit amusement park near the seafront. The youth audience will be satisfied with water activities, scooter rides and excursions. Connoisseurs are advised to attend local open-air discos. The resort is recommended for respectable people, and for older vacationers in need of measured leisure.

To summarize, we can say this: Sutomore is a resort for those who do not want to overpay. The conditions are rather similar to the Black Sea coast. Importantly, for the most part local residents speak Russian, especially those who work in the tourism sector.

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