Destinations
North Macedonia
Statue-studded Skopje, the old Ottoman bazaar and serene Lake Ohrid make tiny North Macedonia a Balkan road-trip highlight.
Best Time to Visit
May–October; Lake Ohrid is at its best in summer, while spring and autumn suit Skopje and hiking.
What to Expect
- Language
- Macedonian (Cyrillic); Albanian widely spoken
- Currency
- Macedonian denar (MKD)
- Cards & ATMs
- Cards in cities; cash for buses & markets
- Plugs
- Types C/F, 230V
- Getting Around
- Buses between cities; cheap taxis; a car for Ohrid & Matka
- Safety
- Very safe and welcoming
Stories in North Macedonia
