Questions tagged [macedonia]
Questions about travel to and within the Republic of North Macedonia in Southeast Europe.
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Where in the Balkans is free camping permitted?
This question is a spinoff of the question about wild camping in Europe since none of the answers cover the area where I am now with my tent and sleeping bag (-:
Do any of the following countries in ...
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Can Serbian dinars be exchanged in the Republic of Macedonia?
I just crossed the border from Serbia to the Republic of Macedonia and was surprised that the currency exchange booth on the Macedonian side accepted Euros but not Serbian dinar.
Generally I've ...
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Do the Macedonian police issue visitors a registration card?
In Serbia and Macedonia, you have to register with the police if staying in those countries overnight.
I know that in Serbia, you're issued a white registration card that needs to be shown when ...
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Can I withdraw Euros from ATMs in the Republic of Macedonia?
In some countries in Europe which do not use the Euro the ATMs still offer a choice of the local currency or Euro.
Since I'm seeking to minimize ATM fees for withdrawing small amounts when moving ...
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Visa requirements for Macedonia for Schengen-zone Permanent Residents?
I'm an Indian studying in Germany. I have a residence permit for Germany with which I can travel in the schengen area. Macedonia is not in the schengen area. However people with schengen visa can ...
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What bus and train routes exist between Greece and the Republic of Macedonia?
I'm planning to go from Ionian coast of Greece (specifically, Preveza) towards north and east, and cross over into the Republic of Macedonia (visiting at least Skopje and Ohrid).
What would be the ...
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What are the consequences of entering North Macedonia without an entry stamp?
I am walking on an EU passport through Kosovo, North Macedonia (via Tetovo and Skopje), and Bulgaria.
I seem to have messed up in my planning: there is no border crossing remotely close to where I ...
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Refugees situation in Macedonia [closed]
I am travelling to Macedonia for a roadtrip in May. I am flying to Skopje and planning to travel by the west side down to Ohrid and then return back to Skopje through the middle part of the country.
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Is it possible to pay for the bus at Skopje airport with euros or a credit card?
Some friends and I are visiting Skopje next week. We want to take the bus from the airport to the city centre. I've read many times that you can pay nearly everywhere in Macedonia with euros. Is this ...
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Overnight land-based travel from Istanbul (Turkey) to Skopje (Macedonia)?
I am looking to travel between Istanbul and Skopje overland during August (2015) and wondered what the best way to do this would be?
My initial plan was to take an overnight bus as I've found ...
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How to get from Thessaloniki to Vourvourou and around?
In May/June I would like to spend a week in the Chalkidiki peninsula. I am planning to stay in Vourvourou. I will directly fly into Thessaloniki. Then I will proceed to my final destination, but I don'...
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Entry in Macedonia for Schengen Visa Holders
I am an Indian student in Germany. As far as I know, students hold a Schengen Visa Type D. I have my visa extended until 2018. I have a friend from Macedonia I would like to visit soon. I checked up ...
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Where can we rent or buy a tent for Balkan road trip?
I am planning a road trip through Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro and Kosovo this summer. We will fly into Skopje and get a rental car there. Besides other accommodation, we also want to camp for a ...
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What are the weather conditions in Macedonia in May?
We are going to hike in Macedonia in the middle of May. Our plans include hikes in Šipkovica (Tetovo), Mavrovo, Lake Matka, Galichica, Pelister. We are amateurs and we will go for easy-moderate hikes. ...
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How is the Visa and MasterCard acceptance in Macedonia?
I am from Denmark and I am travelling to Macedonia this week. My bank cannot tell me (!) if my Visa and MasterCard can be used in Macedonia. Has anyone experienced any issues using either Visa or ...
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