surfing

Chenyingphoto: Bay of Kotor, Montenegro; 2005

Surf in the Adriatic is a very fickle thing indeed. What is required is a major weather system to drill around at the entrance of the Adriatic around Albaniato send anything resembling swell up into the northern reaches. This can and does happen from time to time with Montenegro's coastline making the best of these conditions. The rivermouths to the north and south of the coast will be your best bet - pray for a good offshore bank and you could be in for a rare treat.

what to pack

VanTucky: Mosquito on a bottle of herbal mosquito repellent; 4 May 2007

Going in winter will require appropriate clothing. A small backpack makes a good carryon bag and will be useful in daily life. Women: remember to take a good flat pair of shoe's.... And for everybody: pair of comfortable walking shoes will be great for sightseeing. Beach clothing & sandals will be useful if you are going to the seaside and in the warm season. Try to choose classics, and items that you can mix and match. Have at least one set of nicer clothing for more formal occasions. It is usually colder in mountains, so pack accordingly.

The story with the medicines is pretty much the same as in all European countries. Better take your medicines with you, though you will still be able to by them on the spot. Just keep in mind that the brands can be unfamiliar and cost more.