The new year will soon be upon and if you’re bitten by the wander-bug, it is likely that you are on the lookout for your next grand adventure for 2024! And boy do we have a place for you. This underrated and offbeat European country has only recently started becoming popular. But it is still far from being the overcrowded and overrated destinations that some popular European countries have now become. So pull out your phone because it is time to make some bookings in North Macedonia, the offbeat international destination of your dreams!
North Macedonia Is Europe’s Best Kept Secret
Situated in Eastern Europe, boasting Sapphiric lakes and rolling green vistas, lies a piece of heaven called North Macedonia. Smack-dab in the middle of Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, Kosovo and Serbia, the country’s beauty can rival that of the most popular European destinations. And it is one of those rare places in Europe that isn’t crowded at all times.
As a matter of fact, according to an article which was recently published by Metro, in 2019, it only received more than 750,000 foreign tourists. So that means that the country is ripe for exploring offbeat destinations and secluded natural havens. The article also stated that it is poised to become one of the trendiest places of 2024 so if you want to beat the influencer crowd, you better hurry!
As per data cited in the article, bookings to Skopje, the eccentric and alluring capital of North Macedonia, increased by 733 per cent over the last 12 months. The word about this erstwhile unknown destination is spreading fast. What adds to its charms is not just pristine natural beauty and breathtaking architecture, but also how relatively cheap it is as compared to other European countries.
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The Offbeat International Destination Of Your Dreams
Sure, this natural haven is landlocked, but its three massive lakes ensure that tourists don’t miss the sea at all. In fact, Lake tourism is one of the major supporters of the Macedonian economy. Dojran, Orhid and Prespa are the three largest and most popular lakes in the country. In addition to these, there are more than 50 small glacial lakes that dot this East European country.
Ecotourism is a growing strain where people who are more environmentally conscious choose destinations more mindfully. North Macedonia proves to be an excellent destination for this type of travel. Its pristine green environment provides you with plenty of ecotourism destinations! So mark your map and finalise your bookings if you want to experience the wonders of Europe without experiencing its crowds!
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Have you heard of North Macedonia or Skopje before? Would you like to head to this underrated haven during the next year? Let us know in the comments section below!
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