In a recent LinkedIn post, Niluka Kavanagh shares her unexpected journey to Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina, detailing her experiences as a nomadic entrepreneur and international speaker. The post, part of her “The Work From Anywhere Diaries” series, highlights how a spontaneous invitation led her to discover a destination previously unknown to her.
Kavanagh recounts receiving a direct message on Instagram in early 2024, inviting her to speak at a conference the following month. The topic was the future of work concerning cross-border hybrid models and distributed teams. The location, however, was Mostar, a city she had to look up. She notes her initial unfamiliarity with the country, primarily associating it with the Eurovision song contest.
“Whereeeeee? I had to look it up. Geography was never my strong point at school. Bośnia & Herzegovina! 🇧🇦”
Discovering Mostar’s Charm
Despite her initial geographical uncertainty, Kavanagh found Mostar to be a captivating destination. She details several reasons for her positive impression, emphasizing the city’s aesthetic appeal and welcoming atmosphere. As Kavanagh points out, the city offers a blend of historical beauty and natural splendor.
Key Attractions Highlighted
Kavanagh was particularly taken with several aspects of Mostar:
- The Old Town: She describes it as picturesque, with cobbled stones, turquoise waters, and small bridges.
- The Food: Kavanagh found the local cuisine to be delicious, hearty, and rich.
- The Nature: The surrounding area was noted for its incredible hiking opportunities and untouched scenery, a stark contrast to more frequented European tourist spots.
- The People: She observed a strong sense of community and warmth, characteristic of the “Balkan way.”
- Safety: As a solo female traveler, Kavanagh highlighted Mostar as one of the safest places she has visited.
The Nomadic Entrepreneur’s Perspective
Beyond the tourist attractions, Kavanagh provides a “Nomadic Entrepreneur Score” for Mostar, rating key aspects relevant to remote workers and digital nomads. This score offers practical insights for others considering working from the city.
“Nomadic Entrepreneur Score: WiFi ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, Coworking ⭐️⭐️⭐️, Cost of living ⭐️⭐️⭐️, Community ⭐️⭐️, Safety ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
According to Kavanagh, the city scores highly on WiFi and safety, essential for professionals on the move. While coworking and community aspects received slightly lower ratings, the overall assessment suggests Mostar is a viable and attractive location for those embracing a work-from-anywhere lifestyle.
An Unexpected Opportunity
Kavanagh reflects on how professional speaking engagements can lead to unforeseen discoveries. She expresses gratitude for the opportunity to visit Mostar, a place she likely would not have experienced otherwise.
“Sometimes, being a professional speaker takes you to incredible places. I never would have gone otherwise but glad I did.”
The post concludes with Kavanagh inviting her audience to share their own experiences with Mostar and encouraging new followers to engage with her content, which focuses on the realities of building an international career and living life on her own terms.
📝 About This Content
This article is based on insights shared by Niluka Kavanagh on LinkedIn.
📅 Originally posted on March 19, 2026 | View original post on LinkedIn →