Zagreb is a city divided into two halves that perfectly complement each other: the historic Upper Town (Gornji Grad) and the elegant Lower Town (Donji Grad). The first, dating back to the 11th century, is filled with cobblestone streets and red-tiled rooftops, being – without a doubt – the most romantic part of Croatia’s capital. … Read more
Pazin, Croatia (Pisino in Italian), might not be as famous or picturesque as Motovun or Groznjan, but it’s still a great destination for a one-day trip through Green Istria. Thanks to its central location, this town – known as the “Heart of Istria” – is easy to reach from the region’s main coastal resorts. Poreč, … Read more
Traveling around Croatia by bus is the best way for travelers to experience the country: it’s fast, it’s convenient, and it’s smart. No matter if you’re spending just a couple of days in the country or longer, getting from one point to the other via bus is the way to go. I’ve been traveling around … Read more
What is the perfect time to visit Croatia? That question is a very hard one to answer if you ask me, because in my opinion, this is a country that has a lot to deliver in each season, unlike what most think (that it’s a summer destination only). Do you dream of long beach days, … Read more
If you have a baby boy and you want him to have a traditional Croatian name, I am here to help. I will list below all the traditional Croatian male names, as well as their meanings. The list below will also help you if you have a Croatian name and you’re wondering what it means … Read more
Buzet is a hilltop town in northern Istria, known as the “City of Truffles.” It’s one of the region’s historic medieval towns, first mentioned more than 1,800 years ago. The area was inhabited in prehistoric times, and during Roman rule it was called Pinquentum. After the Byzantine period, Croats and Slovenians settled here. Later, Buzet … Read more
Croatia might be small, but it holds an impressive number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And since these are considered extremely valuable places on a global scale, it’s a good idea to know them all and visit them. According to UNESCO, World Heritage sites are: Our legacy from the past, what we live with today, … Read more