Known for its breathtaking beaches and wild parties, Ibiza is one of Europe’s leading holiday destinations.
The Spanish Balearic island welcomes more than three million tourists every year.
But its popularity has also led to protests from locals, a ban on driving and soaring prices.
There’s luckily a cheaper alternative to Spain‘s ‘White Isle’ and Britons won’t have to travel far to find it.
A coastal town in Montenegro is the ideal spot to enjoy Ibiza-like luxury for less, according to research by Airbnb.
A spokesman says: ‘Britons are increasingly seeking vibrant fun-filled settings that offer the same bohemian charm and buzzing nightlife as Ibiza’s White Isle – but without the hefty price tag.
‘A picturesque coastal town with a Monaco-meets-Ibiza allure, Tivat offers luxury for less.
‘The multimillion-dollar makeover that saw its pier turned into a chic marina could be causing its growth in popularity.’
According to research by Airbnb, a coastal town in Montenegro is the ideal spot to enjoy Ibiza-like luxury for less
Airbnb says: ‘The multimillion-dollar makeover that saw Tivat’s pier turned into a chic marina could be causing its growth in popularity’
Tivat’s marina, Porto Montenegro, is a tourist hub with chic restaurants, bars and plenty of superyachts.
Once a naval base, the marina was transformed into one of Europe’s glitziest destinations as part of a huge development project.
A reviewer on Tripadvisor describes the port as ‘Little Monaco’ while another praises its ‘beautiful promenade’.
Away from the marina, tourists can explore the town’s Maritime Heritage Museum to learn more about the area’s coastal history.
When it comes to beaches, Plaza Ponta is one of Tivat’s best-rated spots for a sunbathe.
A tourist writes on Google Reviews: ‘Wonderful public beach. No umbrellas, sunbeds, music and other annoying amenities. Just the clear sea, wonderful views and outgoing people.’
And holidaymakers will also be ideally placed to explore Montenegro’s other hotspots.
Tourists will find Kotor, a seaside town with a beautiful bay, just a half hour’s drive away from Tivat.
A reviewer on Tripadvisor describes the port as ‘Little Monaco’ while another praises its ‘beautiful promenade’
And a trip to Tivat won’t break the bank. A local beer costs around €2.50/£2.10 with a cappuccino also coming in at under £3, according to Numbeo
Perast, a gorgeous historic town that’s drawn comparisons to Venice due to its architecture, is around 45 minutes away by car.
And a trip to Tivat won’t break the bank. A local beer costs around €2.50/£2.10 with a cappuccino also coming in at under £3, according to Numbeo.
Temperatures can soar as high as 30C in Tivat in July and August while it’s generally sunny from April to October.
Both easyJet and Jet2 offer direct flights to Tivat from the UK while tourists can also fly to Montenegro’s capital, Podgorica, and then take a transfer. The flight lasts around three hours.
