Why You Should Consider Moving to Montenegro
After spending some time in Montenegro, I was able to truly appreciate all the positive aspects of being here. So, why do I like Montenegro?
Here are the main points in favor of Montenegro:
Montenegro is quite literally a piece of paradise on Earth. Its advantageous geographical location on the Adriatic, stunning mountain landscape, sunny mild climate, and rich historical heritage make it a truly unique country, giving it an extraordinary, authentic character.
The people are mostly hospitable and smiling. The only gloomy faces belong to Russian tourists! Tested and confirmed!!! I’ve always wondered how foreigners can recognize Russians in a crowd of tourists. Sometimes it’s the awful clothes (some people really dress like homeless), but now I understand – it’s the angry or stupid expression on our faces. I was shocked myself when I began to distinguish Russians among other visitors. It’s sad and shameful. We had only one conflict during our entire stay in Montenegro — and that was with a crazy old Russian lady! Honestly! Some unstable people come here and act like royalty — it’s SO annoying! And not just to the locals — even I started noticing how disgracefully our fellow countrymen behave abroad. That’s why Russians are disliked around the world — people judge the whole nation by these loud, rude “representatives.”
Montenegro is a country where the production and import of genetically modified food is banned! Amazing! You can buy whatever you want — neither you nor your child will get sick from it. At least I feel calm knowing this about my child’s health.
The food in Montenegro is delicious (except maybe some snacks, but that’s not real food anyway). The fruits are juicy and sweet — all summer I didn’t come across a single rotten peach or prune! The potatoes and tomatoes are delicious. Cucumbers have thick skins, though. Milk, dairy, and fermented milk products are simply amazing. Most of them come from Serbia, but the locally made ones are also high-quality. It’s no wonder — the cows eat grass year-round, not hay! That really means something! The meat is juicy, always fresh, almost straight from the farm. Veal even smells like cow’s milk. I never would have believed in Russia that lamb could taste so good! I didn’t eat lamb at all in Russia. Here, it’s practically the queen of our table! No fat, just lean meat — superb! Pork has a light smoky aroma — exactly how it should be. The meat is so tasty! Naturally, the sausages are incredible. The prices are a bit higher than in Russia, but you get what you pay for. Smoked sausage doesn’t spoil in the fridge after four days, and the cheeses are so well-aged, you could eat 300g from the store all by yourself!
Here, visitors don’t suffer from allergies, which was a major reason we moved here. My husband has terrible allergies, and our son too. In polluted, dusty, gas-filled Russia, we could hardly breathe. Here, the whole family breathes deeply, enjoying the fresh mountain air scented with pine and the sea breeze filled with iodine. It’s well-known that sea air improves overall health and especially benefits delicate mucous membranes of the nose and throat — which always bothered my child. In a few months here, he only got sick once — and that was from other sick vacationers. In general, the climate is healthy, kids rarely get sick. It’s one of the most ecologically clean places in Europe. There are no big factories, no polluted air. You can truly breathe here!
Even though nearly every family member has their own car, there are no traffic jams in the country. And that’s even with only one main road connecting all the coastal towns. Of course, this reflects Montenegro’s small population compared to Russia. But the saying “less people — more oxygen” fits here. Also, the gasoline is high quality — there’s no awful smell along the roads. The fuel is clean, odorless, and lasts 1.5 times longer than Russian gasoline.
People here truly respect and care for their parents. As I write this, I see a grown son (about 30) on a neighbor’s terrace helping his mom prepare food for the winter! Earlier, he helped her peel peppers and chop tomatoes. Isn’t that amazing? No further comment needed.
They really love children here. No yelling or scolding. I sent my child to kindergarten with peace of mind, knowing nothing bad would happen. The teachers kiss him, calm him down. In Russian daycares, I saw similar treatment, but their faces read “what a child! we’re exhausted, we want nothing else.” Here, if a child cries all day, the caregivers show genuine sorrow that they couldn’t comfort him or find the right approach.
And finally, one of the top two reasons I decided to leave Russia — there is no drunkenness, violence, crime, or drug addiction here. Let’s go through that point by point. Yes, Montenegrins enjoy drinking, BUT as the famous character from the movie Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears said: only on special occasions and with good food. I’d rephrase it: with good company! They can sit in a café for hours, drinking beer, watching football, cheering for their team, shouting “goal!” across the coast (or whatever they shout). But it’s all very civilized! Then they peacefully go home to their families. No one gets so drunk they can’t walk — unlike in Russia, where you can see passed-out drunkards even in the morning. Ugh! Disgusting. Just thinking about it makes me sick. All those drunk hobos — thank God, they are now part of my distant past in Russia.
Now about crime — it’s practically nonexistent here! Believe it or not, but it’s true. There may be a few Albanian petty thieves during the tourist season, but otherwise this is a peaceful and quiet country. Life goes on in a calm, steady rhythm. People leave cars unlocked, keys in the ignition. Who would steal it? We live in a house with an open, English-style garden with three paths to it. We don’t lock our doors at night. It never even occurs to us! Neighbors are often like one big family. In Russia, I was always terrified that as my son grew up, he might start swearing, smoking, or — God forbid — using drugs! It’s scary even to enter your own apartment building — you might get robbed, stabbed, or assaulted by some high teens. In every Russian city, there are courtyards with drug dens. Everyone knows who’s on drugs. It’s terrifying! And the number of addicts isn’t going down. Very sad statistics. So, gathering all the facts against Russia — we packed our things, took the child, and flew to Montenegro. And we do not regret it one bit!
All in all, it’s just pleasant to live here. What more can I say? The beautiful Old Towns of modern resorts stay in your memory — and your heart — forever. Countless beaches, gentle sea, warm sunlight, and stunning views — this is Montenegro. Even just seeing the well-kept houses and gardens is a relief for the eyes, unlike the rotten old buildings sinking in Russian puddles. It’s a pleasure to drive on good roads and not be afraid of falling into a pothole or an open sewer at night. The sea — no, ocean — of Montenegrin greenery is great for the eyes — which matters for us who do intellectual work.
You might think: come on, nothing can be that perfect. True, there are some small downsides — Montenegrins are extremely unreliable. If a Montenegrin says he’ll call back in 15 minutes, that means you might hear from him in a couple of days — if you’re lucky. That’s annoying. But otherwise — everything is just as I’ve described above. And if there are any other minor flaws, they don’t outweigh the many significant advantages I’ve mentioned. We’re very happy not to see everyday rudeness, cruelty, and disrespect toward each other anymore — and we sincerely wish the same for you!
