Upon arrival in Niš, Serbia, our first find was Carpe Diem, an excellent gastro restaurant tucked away in a beautiful tree-lined street.

Royal Putnik Hotel in Vranje, is five stars all the way, a perfect introduction to Serbia. Simply the best hotel in Vranje.

An excellent Mexican restaurant located on the edges of the Skopje Mall in Macedonia.

Intermezzo is a beautiful cocktail bar located in the tree-lined boulevard in Skopje.

You can't win them all. Brick Eat of Park Hotel failed to deliver.

Gradska Kafeana Dvor is a traditional barbecue restaurant in Skopje, a hidden oasis in the city's heart.

There is a great outdoor terrace in Macedonian Square and a very modern, ample indoor dining space.

Amigos Mexican Cantina is the best Mexican restaurant in Skopje, Macedonia.

Our first lunch in Skopje was at Mosh Bar Food Apartments, a trendy supper club restaurant that is a hidden oasis.

Stunning scenery and location, a beautiful quaint hotel that exceeds your expectations in Matka Canyon, Macedonia.

Warm and friendly hotel in Mavrovo National Park, you felt like part of the family.

A lovely little coffee shop to stop over on your drive from Krushevo (or Ohrid) to Mavrovo.

We loved this little bar nestled in the cobblestoned laneways of Krushevo—It was a perfect spot for a quick drink on our last evening.

We stumbled upon Club Planet whilst exploring Krushevo; it was full of locals and exuded positive energy with great tunes.

Kamarite is a beautiful, eclectic bar in Bitola. We wished we had found it two hours before leaving.

Gradska Kefeana, a hidden gem in the heart of the pedestrian street, offers a unique dining experience.