This country has a huge tourism appeal, with its rich history and incredible landscape. It has got over the troubles of the past, and is now looking with increasing optimism towards a future within a united Europe.

Sarajevo is a city break gem, so go there early to get a taste of a city that has been little affected by commercial tourism, and where there are some genuinely great markets to explore.

As the host of the 1984 Winter Olympics you would think that there is plenty of potential for seeking out a new place to go for your next ski holiday. You’d be right, there are very few Brits there, the prices are low, and the skiing is indeed good.

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