Yesterday I went on a fantastic tour recommended by other tourists in Ohrid. A full day with about 17 of us and a guide that was hilarious, informative and beautiful. She was a journalist turned tour guide named Helen. Been loving the tours I’ve taken along the way, usually arranged on-line or once I arrive in a city. It’s fun meeting people from around the world and sharing unique experiences. Two shots of rakia (local strong fruit brandy) also helped us all get to know each other better. Our first shot was in a dark smoke house in the village of Njegusi where local prosciutto was smoked for four months. After sampling the prosciutto for breakfast we made our way to the National Park Lovcen and Njegos’s mausoleum. 400 steps (nothing compared to the day before) and breathtaking panoramic views of three surrounding countries. Taking full advantage of yet another perfect weather day, we had a relaxing and fun (second shot of rakia) slowly meandering down the Crnojević River surrounded by water lilies, herons and cormorants. I got a little carried away taking photos of the many reflective perspectives. After lunch to the old royal capital Centinje, and lastly to a view of Saint Stefan island and sunset. This is where the very wealthy hang out, rooms start at $5,000 a night. I learned so much about Montenegro this day: tourism is their business; much of the country is mountainous and uninhabitable; less than 700,000 inhabitants; close partners with Serbia (used to be part of Serbia); they love meat and rakia; people are exceptional. A perfect day!
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