Ten days in Croatia gives you a little bit of everything the country does best — ancient cities, island-studded coastlines, waterfalls straight out of fantasy films, and more UNESCO sites than you can shake a guidebook at. It’s a road trip built for history lovers, scenery chasers, and anyone who likes their medieval towns served … Read more
I adored Split. It’s a beautiful city with a bustling waterfront and ancient ruins. I used Split as my base in central Croatia, after visiting Dubrovnik, before moving on to the more serious country of Slovenia. Most people day trip to Split. That’s a mistake, I think. Split is better than just a stopover spot … Read more
The magnificent Diocletian’s Palace in Split Croatia is one of the most impressive and well preserved Roman ruins in Europe. It boasts a fetching location on the dramatic Split harbor. And it’s not just a palace, or a museum, or a UNESCO site. It is the living, breathing, vibrant heart of Split. The 4th century … Read more
Situated on a sheltered bay, between Split and Zadar, tranquil Šibenik is a hidden gem in Croatia. You can stroll its labyrinth of stony alleyways and visit a must see piece of Gothic-Renaissance architecture: the UNESCO-listed St. James Cathedral. The gleaming white building is the beating heart of sleepy Šibenik. Mini History of Šibenik Šibenik … Read more
Built on a rocky ridge, with an impenetrable wall of mountains surrounding it, the rugged Klis Fortress dominates the skyline. Kliss Fortress is an easy day trip from Split Croatia. A rare chance to step back in time, admire ancient ruins, and scamper across old stones. If you want to have a place all to … Read more
Just outside the Golden Gate of Diocletian’s Palace in Split Croatia is a massive statue of a figure that, on first glance, appears to be a wizard. On second glance, getting a little closer, you can tell that it is a religious figure. On third glance, you can see that the man has a shiny … Read more
One bright and promising morning, my daughter Ali and I awoke in our Split Air Bnb apartment to tasty Croatian fritules and strong black coffee. Our plan was to road trip from Split Croatia to Ljubljana Slovenia. Our mood was ebullient; we were excited about what lay ahead. Outside and above us, fair weather cumulous … Read more