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On shaky legs and with ragged breath, we crested the mountain plateau of Vidova Gora, Croatia. We had been steadily climbing uphill for nearly two hours – one hour and fifty-six minutes, to be exact – but we weren’t celebrating quite yet.… Read the rest
Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula dangles off the northwest corner of the country into the Adriatic Sea. Like much of Croatia, the coastline in Istria is the big attraction. However, the interior of the Istrian Peninsula is equally picturesque and has a storied past of its own.… Read the rest
As much as we love the old walled cities of Croatia, there is often little green space – and we really enjoy spending time outdoors in nature. One of the fabulous things about the capital city, Zagreb, is that the region is lush with nature parks.… Read the rest
The historic town of Zadar, Croatia sits proudly on a peninsula on the Adriatic Sea. The city’s once-necessary defensive walls still encircle most of the old town Zadar. Inside the fortifications is a blend of old and new – from well-preserved Roman ruins to modern convivences.… Read the rest
Many travelers think of Croatia solely for its stunning Adriatic Seaside and hundreds of idyllic Dalmatian Islands, looking inland only as far as Plitvice Lakes or the capital city, Zagreb. The eastern region of Slavonia, including Osijek and Baranja, are destinations that go unnoticed.… Read the rest
We’re going to let you in on a not-so-little secret: We like beer. And, we love craft beer. And for a long time now, Nova Runda craft brew from Zagreb, Croatia has ranked pretty high on our list.
Here is another widely known fact (because we make no attempt to hide it): We love Croatia!… Read the rest
There is something so incredibly idyllic about Rovinj, Croatia. We were completely smitten by the Rovinj Old Town. From the turquoise water lapping the rocky shore to the narrow, twisting lanes that lead to St. Euphemia Church and bell tower that stretches high into the blue Croatian sky.… Read the rest
Wine in Croatia, like so much of Europe, is part of daily life. Croatia’s lengthy coastline along the Adriatic Sea provides favorable conditions for cultivating vines, which line the coastal hillsides. The Istrian peninsula is known for its spectacular wine-making and – as such – wine tasting in Rovinj is an absolute must-do!… Read the rest
Rovinj, Croatia has a compact, densely built and completely charming Old Town…but it doesn’t have much green space. That said, nature isn’t far from the town center. In fact, there are several intertwining hiking and biking trails in Rovinj.
Active travelers can lace up their hiking shoes or rent a bike in Rovinj to explore the region’s gorgeous coastline and vine-covered countryside. … Read the rest
Sunsets in Rovinj, Croatia are simply spectacular. Whether the glowing sphere slips uninterrupted into the horizon or clouds shift the light into varying shades of orange and pink, Rovinj sunsets don’t disappoint!
Because the Rovinj Old Town is situated on a peninsula, there are numerous spots to witness the spectacle.… Read the rest