Perched above the Bay of Kotor, standing on my Airbnb’s ancient terrace above red tiled roofs, I watch in awe as the sunset hues splash over the calm waters of Perast, in view of the islets of St. George and Our Lady of the Rocks. The stillness eases my mind as only the sounds of church bells and birds can be heard. If I have found the best place in Europe to get away from it all, it is here – in this tiny idyllic seaside town of 400 people – with narrow stone alleyways stuffed with palaces, stunning Baroque architecture, and over a dozen crumbling romantic churches. Just down below, fresh fish and pasta await, without a reservation. Mesmerized by this peaceful town on my last trip to the Balkans, I knew I had to find my way back to this Adriatic jewel, if only for a night.

To learn more Montenegro tips, read the rest of the article on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com (January 2025) where Memorable Montenegro: A traveler’s guide to this beautiful Balkan country was first published.