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Macedonian Travel Information:
Flights
Skopje International airport
(SKP) is located 15 km outside outside the capitol city. It receives
regular daily flights from a number of European countries including:
- Vienna
- Frankfurt
- Munich
- Gatwick
Please contact us for details and rates.
Accommodation
We will be pleased to arrange your accommodation for your stay. A
good choice of International standard hotels is available in Skopje
ranging from budget 1 Star through to palacial 5 Star. Please
contact us for details and rates.
We will also be glad to advise and arrange any of a wide variety
of holiday activities available in this beautiful country. In summer
relax on the beach at Lake Ohrid, explore centuries of history amongst
our ancient monasteries or trek the high peaks on horseback or foot.
In winter excellent skiing is available at several locations close
to Skopje. Please contact us for details and
rates.
Communications
Mobile phone coverage is surprisingly good for those on "roaming"
in Macedonia.You may wish to buy a local SIM card to cut down on call
charges during your trip. Internet cafes are numerous in Macedonia
and it is the only European country to be covered entirely by wireless
service.
Money Matters
The Macedonian
currency is the Denar. You may easily exchange USD, Euro and GBP at
local banks. Travellers cheques can also be exchanged at the local
Weston Union branch. Most businesses accept credit cards- and the
number is growing.
ATMs exist all over Macedonia. With your "pin" number
you can withdraw local currency using Mastercard or Visa Credit
Cards, and Maestro or Cirrus Debit Cards.
Personal Security
Tourists to the
region usually enjoy their stays without any significant problem.
The regional problems of the 1990s are now a distant memory and
crime levels are low compared to western countries. Normal precautions
should be taken to safeguard your property.
Equipment and Baggage
Photo film and most holiday essentials are widely available in Macedonia.
You may however want to pack the following essentials:
* Sunglasses
* Hat
* High factor sunblock and lipsalve
* Warm clothing for winter nights
* Mosquito Repellant
Visas and Documentation
Residents of the
European Union do not require visas for Macedonia. On your aircraft
you will be handed a landing card- have a pen handy to fill it in-
the same when leaving when you will fill in departure form at the
airport
Your passport should be valid for a further six months from your
date of arrival
Insurance
It is strongly
recommeded that you take out adequate travel insurance for the duration
of your trip. If you intend horse riding or skiing these activities
should also be covered.
Vaccinations
At the present
time no vaccinations are required for entry into Macedonia.
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