Safety in Ohrid, Macedonia What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?
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Ohrid is a super safe, quiet town. We were there in spring and it is so so peaceful.
Ministry Summary
Ministry Summary in Ohrid, Macedonia Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?
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Lodging
Lodging in Ohrid, Macedonia Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.
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Ohrid Lake Apartments – Somehow we got connected with the people here while doing unsung heroes. They are great apartments and we got it for our budget – $5 a day per person! There were 8 of us in two small separate apartments, each with it’s own balcony, kitchenette, and bathroom. 3 in one room and 5 in the other. The owners are very friendly and helpful. sitnikoski@t-home.mk +389 70212908 www.facebook.com/apartmentsohridlake/info
Villa Dudinka is a great place to stay if for any reason your team splits up and you are traveling in a smaller group. We were doing UH and as only three of us needed a place to stay we got a small studio which had three beds, bathroom and kitchenette. The owner is incredibly helpful and friendly. He made coffee for us, gave us suggestions for what to do around the city and even drove us to the bus station, than came back and drove us to another bus station when we realized we were at the wrong one.
Food / Meals
Food / Meals in Ohrid, Macedonia What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).
People’s Opinions
There are a few grocery stores. Kam is a great place for dry pantry items. They don’t have produce or any fresh foods. Ramstore is most expensive and is more expensive in ohrid than in other cities
There are a few cheap,places to eat. The same bakeries found all over Macedonia are here as well.
Transportation
Transportation in Ohrid, Macedonia What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.
People’s Opinions
Although everything is within walking distance, we were driven from the bus station by the most extraordinary fella named Mr. Ivan. We lost the address of our villa/hostel but he knew where to go. The roads are tight and windy and most don’t even allow cars because homes and hostels are set on the hill… So get ready to have feel the burn. So Mr. Ivan even climbed up multiple hills and stairs to help us find our hostel. If you need a car, call him. He is a sweet angel. 077 712123
Medical
Medical in Ohrid, Macedonia Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).
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Communication
Communication in Ohrid, Macedonia Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?
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Financial
Financial in Ohrid, Macedonia Location of banks or ATMs, notes about transaction fees, best places to exchange money, and other money related advice.
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Translators
Translators in Ohrid, Macedonia List any local translators – name and contact information, languages spoken
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Off Days / Fun Activities
Off Days / Fun Activities in Ohrid, Macedonia What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?
People’s Opinions
There are boats on the lake that will drive you around for 30 min or an hour. We didn’t take one but someone did offer to take three of us for five euro total for an hour.
Ohrid is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. There are plenty of free things to see. The most beautiful place is at the church St John. It is on a point by the lake… You can see it from town. It is a wonderful place to sit and gaze on Gods glory, spend time with Him. Go there around sunset and you will probably cry. It’s that beautiful
Other Important Contacts
Other Important Contacts in Ohrid, Macedonia Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions
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Tips
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Additional Info
Additional Info in Ohrid, Macedonia Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?