Bay of Kotor (Montenegro)

SINGLE PARENT BEACH BREAK

May half term holiday at all-inclusive 4-star family hotel on the stunning Bay of Kotor

May half term holiday for single parent families in Montenegro

Spectacular seaside scenery, primeval forests, and majestic mountains – join us on a group holiday for single parents and their children and discover Montenegro, the tiny Republic on the Adriatic sea. This is a fully organised holiday based at a classy 4-star hotel with stunning views of the Bay of Kotor, ideal for relaxing and exploring the rich cultural history of diverse Montenegro.

Accommodation:

Our 4-star family hotel Iberostar Herceg Novi has won Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice award for another year in 2023. It enjoys a prime location in the famous Bay of Kotor, a beautiful UNESCO heritage site with jaw-dropping scenery, well-preserved medieval towns and numerous Orthodox and Catholic churches and monasteries. Surrounded by idyllic forested mountains, our hotel is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, the quiet beaches and authentic Balkan food. The hotel has direct access to a long quiet beach and a lovely rooftop pool providing spectacular views of the Bay of Kotor. Other facilities include a rooftop bar, a fitness room, a small spa with sauna, Jacuzzi and treatment options, and of course a kids club and playground.

Things to do in Montenegro:

There is so much to discover in Montenegro – from stunning coastline to majestic canyons and lakes. Visit one of the 5 national parks, the pretty old town of Herceg Novi, take a Bay of Kotor boat trip or swim in the Blue Cave. Your Single Parents on Holiday tour leader will help organise activities and excursions for our group. For more details, please go to Our Programme.

Our Prices:

Adults are £990 with the first child starting at £850 and the second child under 12 at £637.50. Prices include all-inclusive board, services of our tour leader, and airport transfers. More information can be found here.

For more information on this single parent holiday, please click on the drop down menu/tabs, fill in our contact form, email us or simply call us on 0333 370 3701.

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Things to do at and around your hotel:

Our hotel Iberostar Herceg Novi is in an idyllic location, away from the tourist masses and a great base for exploring Montenegro. Your SPoH tour leader will help organise excursions to nearby attractions, but you can equally relax in and around the hotel:

Kids and adult entertainment:

Our hotel has kids clubs for children aged 4 to 12 with daily activities on offer, as well as a playground. For teenagers and parents, there are sports activities on offer, such as beach volleyball, football, Pilates, aerobics, spinning classes, and aqua fit. You can also book stand up paddles, pedalos, and kayaks directly at the hotel.

The evening entertainment for all ages includes mini discos for our youngest guests, shows and live music, a White Party at the beach, and an impressive folklore show.

The beach and pool:

Our hotel has a large pool with integrated toddler section on the rooftop providing panoramic views across the Adriatic sea. The long private beach is directly outside the hotel and is partly pebbly and partly paved and has a lovely beach bar where you can have lunch and get refreshments all day long.

Excursions and activities:

The historic centre of Herceg Novi, with its beautiful cobbled streets and famous clock tower, can easily be reached by water taxi from the hotel’s jetty. You could also rent a kayak to SUP and discover the beautiful coastline. We also recommend taking a boat trip to the Blue Cave with a swim in the blue lagoon. If you want to venture a little further, you could book a Bay of Kotor boat trip, or a day-trip to Skadar Lake.

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Montenegro:

Montenegro, which means “Black Mountain” is a small country in the Southwest Balkans bordering the Adriatic Sea. It is best known for its medieval towns and villages and its beautiful coastline stretching for almost 300 kilometres, scattered with 117 beaches. Yet an ironically lesser known fact is, that 90% of Montenegro is, in fact, mountains, and truly spectacular ones at that: majestic rugged mountains, mostly covered in thick forest where wild brown bears, wolves and red deer still roam.

Montenegro borders Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia, Kosovo and Albania. Its capital and largest city is Podgorica.

Herceg Novi:

Founded in 1382 as a fortress and situated at the bottom of the highest mountain in the Dinaric Alps, Mount Orjen, Herceg Novi has over the centuries been ruled by the Ottoman Empire, Spain and Venice, as well as more recently by Russia, France and Austria. The town of Herceg Novi is situated between Mountain Orjen (1,895 m) and one of the most beautiful bays in the world – the Bay of Kotor. The old town with its pretty winding cobbled streets and the famous clock tower and the monastery of Salvina on a hillside outside the city centre are an absolute must-see for visitors to the area.

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Read the wonderful reviews from the single parents who travelled to Montenegro with us in 2022 and 2023:

"As a mother of two young boys aged 4 and 8 and recently widowed, I was fretting about them missing out on a summer holiday simply because I was too scared to go abroad on my own. Then I discovered this company and cannot recommend it enough. The holiday exceeded all my expectations in terms of customer service, the rep whilst we were there, the organised activities and of course the company! I have come away feeling so much stronger as a newly single mum as well as having made amazing friends for life! Can’t wait for my SPOH trip next year!"
- Sophie, Oliver (7) & George (4) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, May 2024
"I had a really wonderful holiday in Montenegro with my 6 year old! It was our first SPOH holiday and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. The hotel had beautiful scenery of mountains and beach overlooking the breathtaking Bay of Kotor. It was lovely to meet other families and have the group to spend time with. Jane was a great host! Can’t wait to do another trip!
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- Lina & Bodhi (6) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, May 2024
"This was our first SPOH and we had a fab time in Montenegro. The hotel was clean and the staff worked really hard. The location is just stunning, views are breath taking. I liked there were loads of sunbeds and so easy to go from the pool to beach. It felt very safe and nice size for the kids. The boat to the old town was nice and good to get out to see some of the area.
Sandra was friendly and helpful which took so much stress away so could relax and just enjoy the holiday. "

- Helen & Freya (5) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, August 2023
"This was my first Single Patents on Holiday vacation as well as first holiday going solo without partner. I was stressed and overwhelmed all the way until we arrived but soon was happy to realize that I had made the best decision I could make for myself and my daughter. Once we got there, I didn’t have to do any thinking. No, what’s for dinner, no what shall we do to be entertained. Our rep, Sandra was so friendly and on the case with all arrangements. Other parents were lovely. For the first time in months, I slept properly and was able to unwind enough to actually read a book. I could only do this as I was comfortable that my 11 year old was having the time of her life and didn’t need me as entertainment. Thoroughly recommend Single Parents on Holiday to anyone who is considering the daunting prospect of holidaying as a single parent. "
- Corina & Lois (11) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, August 2023
"We had a great holiday. I laughed every day. The other mums were great fun and children mixed well and enjoyed their independence taking themselves off to eat, swim, have fun. Holiday made easy as everything was organised for us. Sandra was a great host and made us feel well looked after. We were sad to leave everyone. "
- Helen & Ben (12) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, August 2023
"We all had an excellent time and made lots of new friends. Tracey was a great host and very helpful. "
- Chris, Tabitha (10) & Evan (7) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2023
"What a great holiday! This was my first holiday with the kids as a single parent and I'm really happy that I chose SPOH for it. Both my kids made friends, had a great time, and didn't feel like the odd ones out for only having one parent there. The hotel and location were excellent, it was a really nice group of single parent families, and Sandra was just brilliant. Looking forward to further SPOH holidays in the future!"
- Bill, Luca (13) & Lara (10) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"This was my first experience of booking a single parent holiday and I was initially apprehensive. This soon melted away upon arrival. Being able to mix with a group of like minded adults all in the same position made this holiday. The children formed friends quickly and found their own entertainment. I was actually able to relax and not worry, everyone chipped in keeping an eye on the kids. We all formed a great bond as parents and ended up spending a considerable amount of time together. As a single dad this was a revelation and made my holiday. I met some wonderful people, made friends whom I will stay in contact with and my son had one of his best ever holidays.
I cannot recommend Single Parents on Holiday highly enough. If anyone is reading this because they too are feeling apprehensive about booking, please just book, you will not be disappointed."

- Steven & Jared (12) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"This holiday to Montenegro was fabulous on many levels. A group of like minded single parents, caring and fun individuals that made the week so special. Some "me time", some time to relax with adults, some sightseeing time, all of those in a magnificent setting. I could not ask for more! And last but not least, my son had the week of his life, not seeing me ;-) and making new friends. Which ensured my holiday was a success. A special Thanks to our host, Sandra, who is an amazing lady. She ensured the week went smoothly for all. "
- Marine & Zach (11) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"We had a fantastic time in Montenegro. My son played happily in the pool with the other kids, while I got to relax on a sun lounger chatting to the other parents or reading a book. I came back feeling well rested and relaxed, which can't be said for every family holiday we go on! "
- Rachel & Xavier (9) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"This was my first single parent holiday. And it was nice to be together in Montenegro, even if my son (5) and I couldn't integrate so much due to the age difference with the older children and teenagers. But it was still a good feeling to be with other single parent families.
The boat trip with our group to the blue grotto was brilliant. Swimming there in the morning before the other tourist boats arrived was a special experience. Sandra helped me book a bus tour of Montenegro which I did independently of the group, and was able to see so much of this beautiful and impressive country.
The hotel is very nice. I would go there again. The water is crystal clear and the scenery is impressive. With a small boat, which runs almost every hour, you can go directly from the hotel to Heceg Novi (10 minutes). Our room was top notch. I booked sea view and was given a room on the top floor with fantastic views. The food in the restaurant was very good. And we had a nice view. My son was in the kids' club on the last morning and liked what was on offer and the staff were very friendly. Sandra as a host was great. She took care of everything and everyone. She is personal and professional with a lot of passion."

- Katharina & Aaron (5) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"Montenegro is a beautiful country, Iberostar is a great hotel, I could not fault the attentiveness of the team and the views are stunning. The entertainment team here are brilliant, there were lots of activities throughout the day and the enthusiasm is contagious. The aqua aerobics was a big hit!
Sandra is a great host, very welcoming, she organised various trips/days out and she brought the group together whilst you still had the option to dip in and out if you wish. We couldn't have asked for a friendlier group, a great time was had by both adults and children. I highly recommend it. Thank you for a fantastic holiday!"

- Emma & Ruby (11) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"We had the most amazing time. Love the fact you can dip in and dip out of the activities and timings so you have the freedom to make your holiday your own whilst having the comfort of being looked after by a host (thank you Sandra - you are fabulous!). We've made friends for life and my daughter says it was the best holiday we've EVER been on (not that I saw her that much as she was having so much fun with the other kids!!). Will 100% be booking again next year!!"
- Tracy & Sasha (15) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022
"Everything was just perfect! "
- Mar & Sar Man (9) - single parent beach holiday Montenegro, July 2022

Book your own travel:

Book your own flight from any airport in the UK and Ireland. Please check availability with us before booking your flights. If you need help finding flights, call us on 0333 370 3701.

For this single parent beach holiday, we will arrange your private taxi transfer from/to DUBROVNIK AIRPORT and take you straight to your hotel where your host will welcome you. Your transfer is included in our price if you arrive/depart on the advertised holiday dates. Please note that you might share your airport transfers with other single parent families in our group (short waiting times might apply!). Our hotel is 35 km from Dubrovnik airport.

Our Financial Protection Insurance

Single Parents on Holiday Ltd. is a company committed to customer satisfaction and consumer financial protection. We are therefore pleased to announce that, at no extra cost to you, and in accordance with the “The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018” all passengers booking with Single Parents on Holiday Ltd. are fully insured for the initial deposit, and subsequently the balance of monies paid as detailed in your booking confirmation invoice. The policy will also include repatriation if required, arising from the cancellation or curtailment of your travel arrangements due to the insolvency of Single Parents on Holiday Ltd.

In the unlikely event of Insolvency of Single Parents On Holiday Ltd. please follow the steps set out on our insurance page.

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