Croatia is one of my favorite countries in the world, but I have no doubt that it is the favorite of my dog, Enzzo. He’s had some of the best adventures of his life in the country, and since swimming non stop is his most beloved activity, there is no better place closer to home to […]
Wine tasting on Hvar Island
The chances that you know this Croatian island by its beauty, clear waters, stunning sunsets and parties, are high. What you probably don’t know is that Hvar is a wine island, that its wines are amazing and unique, and that wine production plays a very important role in the island’s history and in the locals’ […]
Hvar Island essential travel guide
Discovered and colonized by the Greeks from Paros island in 384 B.C., Hvar Island has a long history of wars, fires, pirates, great wine reputation, lavender production, and proud citizens. Situated between Brac and Vis Islands and surrounded by the clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, this Croatian island has become a trendy spot for […]
Brac Island for first-timers
Located less than 1 hour by boat from Split, this Croatian island was on my bucket list ever since I saw a picture of its so famous beach, Zlatni Rat. When the opportunity to include the island in our Croatian itinerary appeared, I knew it was time to finally make it there. Brac is part […]
Essential tips for visiting the Plitvice Lakes National Park
So many have the Plitvice Lakes National Park in their travel bucket list, and at the same time, still so many who never heard of this magical place before. I recently had the chance to see it with my own eyes, and it was one of the few places I’ve been so far that can’t […]
Slovenia and Croatia: a two-week itinerary
It’s never easy to decide on an itinerary. You always want to include as many destinations as possible, sometimes you’re not sure of how long you should stay in each place, and at the same time you want to optimize your time and enjoy your trip as much as you can. No, definitely it’s not […]
14 Reasons to visit and return to Croatia
On my first visit to Croatia I had no specific reasons in my mind to go there. I didn’t Google “reasons to visit Croatia”, the sea was already enough for me to go there. Though, after my second visit I realized that the sea wasn’t the only reason of my return, there were many others, […]
Pula & Brijuni
You never forget your first time in Croatia. Yes, I just made that up, but it is a true sentence based on my own true story, which I am just about to tell you… It was the year 2012, the month of August. No plans made. No accommodation booked. A car. Some suitcases. 2 people […]
Diving in Krk Island, Croatia
Croatia is one of most popular diving destinations in Europe, the explanation for this popularity is very simple: its beautiful, it offers many options when it comes to dive sites – from ship wrecks to caves – it is great for both beginners and advanced divers, and its cheap! On the search for a good […]
A small paradise in Croatia: Baska, Krk Island
When you arrive in Baska you will be amazed by its landscape: the city lies between the mountains and the Adriatic Sea. Calm waters and pebble beaches make up the scenery of one of Croatia’s most beautiful beaches. The waters ranging from turquoise to dark blue will catch your attention from the start, and you […]