It’s that time of year again when you can hear the same three Christmas songs everywhere, the air smells faintly of cinnamon, and you suddenly remember that your Croatian friends (or that special someone) would probably love to hear you say, “Merry Christmas” in their language. I’m here to help you learn how to say … Read more
I still remember my grandmother taking me to the Split old town area on sunny afternoons. She’d point out the intricate details on the stone buildings and share stories passed down through generations. Those walks ignited my passion for Split’s history, and now I’d like to share some of the city’s best cultural spots with … Read more
The capital of Croatia is full of undiscovered wonders. Safe to say that this one is a hidden gem: heck, I bet most tourists don’t even know that Zagreb is the country’s capital. But here is the thing: Dubrovnik may get all the hype, but you would be crazy to skip Zagreb! And today I … Read more
My top recommendation to anybody visiting Croatia is to visit the farmer markets. This lets you get a true taste of local life, support the local farmers and enjoy really good food. Plus, every city and town has at least one. Simple, Fresh, and Local Although delicious, Croatian cuisine focuses on freshness, simplicity and, most … Read more
September is a great month to visit Split! The weather is warm but not too hot, and the high season rush is over. You can experience a more relaxed Split during the first official month of autumn. And it’s getting better and better each year, as weather is warmer than ever in September – and … Read more
If you remember, I’ve mentioned Lubenice Beach while describing the beauties of Cres Island in Croatia’s Kvarner region. Read more about Croatia’s regions here. The official name of this beach is St. John (Sveti Ivan in Croatian), but it’s better known as Lubenice Beach, named after the ancient town nearby. Lubenice, which means “watermelons,” is … Read more
The Pakleni Islands, an archipelago of 16 islands, lie directly across from the town of Hvar, the capital of Hvar Island. The proper Croatian name for these islands is Paklinski Otoci. Some people refer to them as the “Hell Islands,” translating from the Croatian words “Pakao” (Hell) or “Paklen” (Hellish). However, this name doesn’t fit … Read more