Kid-Friendly Banja Luka & Beyond

🌿👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Hey, we’re Denise & Jovan! You might know us from @balkatinos where we share life as a mixed-culture family in the Balkans. Since 2020, we’ve been living in Banja Luka with our daughter and exploring every corner of Bosnia & Herzegovina to find the best family-friendly adventures.

As parents, we know the struggle: you want fresh air, fun for the kids, and places where you can relax too. So we created this guide with all our favorite spots: nature escapes, playgrounds, cozy cafes, and hidden spots that families will love.

🎒 If you’re visiting for a few days or lucky enough to call this place home, let us help you explore Banja Luka & beyond with your little ones.

📲 You can always reach out at balkatinos@gmail.com

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Hello from Bosnia and Herzegovina! 👋 We are Balkatinos: Denise and Jovan.

In 2020, my husband and I swapped our Emirates cabin crew passports for a new start in Banja Luka, BiH, Jovan’s birthplace, and as from 2022, we’re a family of three, living this beautiful (and never boring) Balkan life together.

Having explored over 100 countries, we truly understand what mindful travel means, especially now as parents, it’s all about quality moments, not rushing and soaking it all in while finding suitable plans with our little Vera.

Since moving here, we’ve dived deep into what makes BiH perfect for families: kid-friendly adventures, delicious local food, and peaceful spots to recharge and reconnect.

This guide is our way of sharing insider tips to help you experience Bosnia with little ones, creating meaningful memories while embracing the unique culture and natural beauty of this Balkan gem.

We hope you have an amazing time and make the most beautiful memories with your family! 🌟


🇪🇸 ¡Hola desde Bosnia y Herzegovina! 👋 Somos Balkatinos: Denise y Jovan.

En 2020, mi esposo y yo dejamos atrás nuestra vida como tripulantes de Emirates por un nuevo comienzo en Banja Luka, BiH, la ciudad natal de Jovan, y desde 2022 somos una familia de tres, viviendo juntos esta hermosa (y nunca aburrida) vida en Los Balcanes.

Habiendo explorado más de 100 países, entendemos perfectamente qué significa viajar con conciencia; ahora, como padres, todo se trata de momentos de calidad, sin prisas, disfrutando cada instante y buscando planes adecuados para disfrutar con nuestra pequeña Vera.

Desde que nos mudamos aquí, hemos descubierto a fondo por qué BiH es ideal para familias: aventuras para niños, deliciosa comida local y lugares tranquilos para recargar energías y reconectar.

Esta guía es nuestra forma de compartir consejos exclusivos para que puedas vivir Bosnia con los más pequeños, creando recuerdos inolvidables mientras abrazas la cultura única y la belleza natural de esta joya balcánica.

¡Esperamos que tengas un tiempo increíble y que crees los recuerdos más hermosos con tu familia! 🌟

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