And yet, crossing the border, you know you've left the sleek, prettified-for-tourists spit-and-polish of Croatia for a place that's grittier, raw, and a bit exotic. While Dubrovnik and the showpiece Dalmatian Coast avoided the drab, boxy d...

Perast is a charming coastal town located in the heart of Boka Kotorska, one of Montenegro's most picturesque regions. Nestled between the rugged mountains and the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, Perast is a hidden gem waiting to be discove...