Bosnia & Herzegovina
Travel Guide

Learn some basics – english is usually understood, specially in cities. Some useful words are: Hvala = Thank you, Molim = Please, Dobar dan = Good day, Jedna kafa molim = A coffee, please.

Hospitality is great – Bosnians are extremely hospitable. You will often be offered coffee or raki here.

Gas stations – many gas stations don’t accept credit cards. Always carry some cash (BAM).

Use taxi apps – for Sarajevo and Banja Luka, Korpa or Moovit Taxi are the best options.

Stray dogs – unfortunately, there are many stray dogs here. They are mostly harmless, but still be careful and keep your distance.

Pomalo mentality – here means something like “No stress, everything relaxed”.

Local markets – here are very authentic, offering fresh vegetables, honey, cheese, meat and more.

Raki – is often homemade here, as almost everywhere in the Balkans, try with caution, it can be strong!

Avoid driving at night – often dark roads, animals on the move and sometimes no street lighting.

Don’t rush – distances may look short on the map, but mountain roads can make journeys take longer than expected. Allow some extra time when planning road trips.