My Sarajevo

Ever since meeting (and marrying) a Bosnian, I knew I would probably be living in Sarajevo at some stage. And, I am glad this is the city I ended up in.

Known as “The Jerusalem of Europe” for its religious and cultural diversity, it’s vibrant, creative, and constantly evolving. One of the things that made me fall in love with Sarajevo is the slower pace of life and the appreciation of the beautiful little moments in your day – a sentiment called ćejf. As a travel writer, Sarajevo offers a wide range of inspiring stories waiting to be told. So I think this hidden gem might be my chosen home for a bit longer!

As someone working from home, I need to get out of the house regularly. The industrial-style café Kawa is my go-to for a co-working session at a big communal table and the best flat-white in town. It’s also great for an afterwork glass of wine.

People in this city love being outside, bracing for the winter cold and sitting on terraces or taking long walks just for fun. To join them try Vilsonovo Šetalište. Closed for traffic after 5 pm, the promenade attracts Sarajevans for afterwork walks, evening runs, walking pets, or just meeting up with friends.

In the faraway waters of the Maldivian archipelago, surrounded by the deep blue Indian Ocean and touching a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the idyllic Raa Atoll, lies InterContinental’s first Maldivian resort; the breathtaking InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort. A tapestry of sugar-soft white sands, lush jungle and charming thatched bungalows, the island is the ultimate paradise retreat, and it’s calling on you to escape to a world of unrivalled luxury and serenity.