Quiet resort village of Radovici, a place to relax in Montenegro

The resort town of Radovici in Montenegro is a convenient place for a relaxing holiday. It is located on the Adriatic coast, in the south of the Balkan Peninsula. Despite the small size, it has all the necessary infrastructure – hotels, cafes, restaurants and of course beaches. The latter are the main factor in the popularity of Radovici among tourists and independent travelers.

Description of infrastructure

The village has a long history. As early as the 12th century, these lands belonged to the monastery of the Holy Archangel Michael. The name Krtoli came from the area and translates as mountains, hills. They were a natural barrier against sea invasion. Salt deposits have made the village of Radovichi the center of its production, trade is growing.

The second life of the resort was given by the development of tourism in Montenegro. Radovici becomes a place for beach holidays, where family tourists and vacationers stay, preferring a quiet atmosphere. At the same time there is a construction of houses, villas. The sale of apartments and flats and other real estate becomes one of the items of local budget revenues, promotes business development.

About infrastructure:

• the area is small, you can get around the settlement in 20-30 minutes on foot;
• up to 1,500 people live permanently in the village;
• built several hotels and hotels, tourists are offered rooms in villas, apartments in apartment buildings;
• there are cafes and restaurants, which simplifies the organization of food.

But the main feature of Radovichi are the beaches. Here are two of them, which differ in size, infrastructure. The advantage of the location is the proximity to Tivat International Airport and the large Montenegrin resort town of Budva. Nearby is the Lustica peninsula.

How to get there

Radovici can be reached from Tivat International Airport. The village is 10 km away. There are bus routes, you can order a taxi or transfer. The large Jadranska magistrala motorway passes nearby. It leads to Budva and other years of Montenegro in the region.

How to get to the resort from Budva:

• On the bus. Travel time of the route is 30 minutes, cost from 5 Euro.
• By taxi. It is recommended to order the car from the official service. The price of the transfer by car will be 20-25 Euros.
• By rented car. This is a convenient option for traveling in Montenegro. The cost of renting a car – from 20 Euros per day.

Before arrival in Tivat, you can book a transfer, individual or group. The dispatcher must specify the number of passengers, the approximate amount of luggage. Radovici International Airport is a 10-15 minute drive away.

Beaches Radovichi

The resort is located on a hill, so there are relatively few beach areas. But they differ from other beaches in Montenegro by a large area, accommodation and a small number of vacationers. Some places are within walking distance, for a secluded beach holiday you need to walk or drive.

Blue horizon

The beach area belongs to a local hotel, but according to Montenegrin law, the entrance to the territory is free for everyone. Blue Horizon Beach (Blue Horizons) is located 400 meters from Radovici. Several footpaths lead to it. He was awarded the Blue Flag for clean water and comfortable conditions.

Features of the Blue Horizon:

• clear water, the bottom is visible even at a depth of up to 50 meters;
• gentle entry into the water, convenient for relaxing with children;
• you can rent umbrellas, sunbeds, cost – from 3 Euros;
• the cover is fine sand, which is a rarity for Montenegro.

Since there are no natural shelters from the sun, it is recommended to plan a vacation in the afternoon or morning. There are few tourists even at the peak of the holiday season.

Cloudy

It is located near the Blue Horizon, but has a small area. Oblatno Beach in Radovičy was also awarded the Blue Flag. There is a better infrastructure, there is entertainment for children and adults. However, its plot is small, places for rest must be occupied in advance.

Disadvantage – location. The beach area is 4 km from the village. You can get here by taxi or rented car. This is inconvenient for large groups of vacationers or tourists with children.

Almar Beach

Beach for a comfortable stay, located near the village. Here, in addition to umbrellas and sunbeds, you can rent comfortable soft sofas. There is a rescue service on site, there are first aid stations.

The sunset is gentle, but the cover is mixed – pebble and sand. Sunbathing on beach towels is inconvenient. The length of the beach is 150 meters, so places in high season can be taken.

Accommodation and food options

For accommodation in Radovići, Montenegro, you can choose a hotel room, rent an apartment or a villa. The last two options are chosen most often. Before booking, it is recommended to find out the distance to the Adriatic coast, food options. Most often only breakfast is offered.

For accommodation you can choose Villa Galina (Villa Galina), Apartmani Kalezic or House Bastion 4 *. The last hotel is located in a small ancient fortress. So you can combine a classic holiday with living in a typical Balkan setting.

Dining options, popular restaurants cafes:

• Excursion. They offer traditional European cuisine, and a Montenegrin meat plate or soup. Prices are average, suitable for constant food.
• Astoria. Specializes in seafood cuisine. The menu is always fresh fish, there are delicacies.
• Sloga. A typical Montenegrin family cafe where you can try home-made Montenegrin dishes.

Before going to the beach it is recommended to buy food and drinks in local grocery stores, supermarkets Radovichi. Prices on the beach are higher than in the village. You can also visit a small farmers market.

Local attractions

Memorable places in this region of the country are connected with religion. There are relatively many temples and churches. They can be visited on their own, without booking a tour. The buildings have a classic architecture for the Balkans, interesting paintings.

What you can see:

• Orthodox church of St. John.
• St. Luke’s Cathedral.
• Cathedral of the Holy Archangel Michael.
• Temple of the Savior (central temple of the region).
• Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin (built in 1843).

It is also recommended to visit the Tivat saltwater – a bird sanctuary located in the Krtol archipelago. You can book an excursion to other natural and historical sights of Montenegro.