BUSINESS

Imagine this: a woman from Belgrade, Nadja, and her Turkish friend decided to celebrate a birthday in Istanbul, one of the liveliest and most exciting cities in Europe! Istanbul, the city that never sleeps, with its rich history, beautiful palaces, mosques, and huge bazaars, attracts millions of tourists, but how much does it really cost?…

Montenegrin Coast: Paradise or Wallet Trap? When you think of the Montenegrin coast, the first things that come to mind are the sea, sun, and… expensive prices! “It’s too expensive!” we hear all the time. But is it really so? Let’s bust some myths and look at the numbers that might surprise you. Beer and…

Norwegian Galoshes for 150 Euros: When Our Grandfathers Become Modern Fashion Icons! Did you know that in Scandinavia, galoshes that look like our old rubber opanci (traditional Balkan shoes) are sold for around 150 euros? Yes, you read that right! The Norwegian brand SWIMS has launched a modern version of galoshes that slip over elegant…

Fast card payments have become everyday life, but did you know that this very speed can be your nightmare? The Bank of Spain reveals that many users don’t check the amount on the POS terminal before approving the payment. The result? Wrong or inflated charges that can seriously hurt your budget. Contactless payments, while convenient,…

Welcome to the new era of market revolution where sellers say: “Try it, but pay for it!” Yes, you read that right! At the Pančevo market, cherries are no longer given out for free tasting. The price? 20 dinars per piece! Why? Because customers have crossed every line of decency. “Everyone sees the beautiful, big…

Welcome to Čačak, where renting a bike has turned into a wallet-busting adventure! This year, the eighth season of bike rentals kicked off on July 1st and runs through the end of September, but do you really know how much this “fun” costs? The starting price is 50 dinars per hour, which sounds like pocket…

Chocolate Apocalypse is Coming: Cocoa Prices Soar Like Gold, and We’re the Ones Paying! Are you ready to pay double for your favorite chocolate bar soon? According to the latest Eurostat data, cocoa and chocolate powder prices in the European Union jumped a staggering 16.2% in May compared to the same month last year. This…

The Coin That Was Worth a Fortune! Imagine keeping a dime in a bank safe, not just any dime, but one of only two known 1944 dimes without a mint mark! Three sisters from Ohio inherited this coin from their brother, who kept it for over four decades. And what happened? The coin was sold…

Are you ready for a traffic revolution in Vojvodina? Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced that the Danube bridge near Petrovaradin is already 70% complete and will be fully connected by April next year! This is not just a bridge; it’s a symbol of massive development and connection between Bačka and Banat, which will cut travel…

Inflation in Serbia hit a staggering 4.6% in June compared to the same month last year, and prices rose by 0.9% compared to May this year. The Republic Statistical Office reported that food and non-alcoholic beverage prices jumped 1.7%, while recreation and culture soared by 2.2%. Transport costs increased by 0.9%, and health, restaurants, and…