This City Makes ZERO Sense… Until You Go! (Skopje, North Macedonia)

We just landed in our 30th country — and it might be the most unexpected surprise of our travels so far! In this video, we arrive in Skopje, North Macedonia, a city often labelled as Europe’s strangest — but what we found was a city full of surprises, history, statues, and seriously friendly vibes. We explore Skopje's unique blend of modern architecture and historical landmarks, visit the City Park, stroll by the stadium, and settle into one of the most peaceful apartments we've stayed in so far — a proper little oasis in the heart of the city. If you’ve ever been curious about North Macedonia, this video gives you a real feel for what it’s like to arrive, explore, and connect with a city that’s unlike anywhere else in Europe. ➡️ Whether you’re planning your own Balkan adventure or love discovering underrated destinations, this is the perfect intro to Skopje! We understand the historical and political significance of the name North Macedonia. Out of respect for the people who proudly call it Macedonia, and in recognition of the country’s official name, we use both informally throughout this video. Our intention is always to respect the culture, history, and identity of this incredible country. Filmed with the Insta360 X4 – our go-to travel camera: 👉 https://www.insta360.com/sal/x4?utm_t... Use code INRCQK5 at checkout for any purchases! Looking for hotels? Save up to 40% here: 👉 https://creator.plannin.com/?refId=Fi... 00:00 - First impressions of Skopje 03:40 - Arriving in the Skopje Square 04:56 - What event was this?... 06:16 - Loving Skopje! 07:08 - Our first local food in Macedonia 08:37 - Locals dancing in Skopje 10:11 - Where did we stay in Skopje? 11:33 - Exploring Skopje Old Bazaar 14:12 - Exploring City park & the National Stadium 16:34 - Unique things about Skopje 18:54 - Bloops! #travelvlog #backpackingeurope #skopje #northmacedonia #balkantravel #travelcouple #europeonabudget #underrateddestinations #exploreeurope #digitalnomadspirit