The ancient fishing village conquering Europe - and the Israelis | Weekend Special

A tourism feature on the Budva Riviera in Montenegro, including the medieval old town, Sveti Nikola Island, and the fishing village of Sveti Stefan. The article describes the area's transformation into a popular tourist destination among Europeans and Israelis, noting low prices, unique scenery, and the flourishing of hotel chains.

A comprehensive tourism feature on the Budva Riviera in Montenegro, presenting it as a growing tourist destination. The walled medieval old town is described as a maze of stone streets, squares, churches, and restaurants. Sveti Nikola Island, dubbed "Montenegro's Hawaii," offers rocky beaches, turquoise waters, cliffs, and sea caves. The historic fishing village of Sveti Stefan has become an exclusive tourist enclave and an international icon. The article notes that in 2025, about 2.7 million tourists visited Montenegro, nearly three times the population, and tourism generates over 1.3 billion euros annually. Israeli tourism has surged to about 150,000 visitors per year, thanks to direct flights, low prices, and a combination of luxury beaches and mountainous nature reserves. Montenegro is in advanced stages of negotiations to join the European Union.