Dubrovnik had three strikes against it before I even arrived. It’s crowded, it’s expensive, it’s gentrified toward tourists. I wasn’t even sure there was anything to do there other than walk around and take pictures. In any other year, the rule would be three strikes and you’re out: a city not worth my time. But …
Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is picture-perfect and undeniably beautiful. This is Croatia’s largest national park and is known for it’s turquoise waters throughout sixteen cascading lakes. Each lake is interconnected, separated by travertines and waterfalls, so no matter where you are in the park, you’ll hear the sounds of water and likely see it as well …
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If you read any travel guides, you’ll find suggestions on which beaches to visit in Istria. Most likely, these are beaches within walking distance of town (or maybe just outside it). Even the “best” beaches near Rovinj weren’t that great as they were very narrow, crowded, and sometimes had garbage bobbing in the water. However, …
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The Istrian peninsula of Croatia is dotted with seaside towns, each with their own personality. While planning my own trip, it was impossible to know which town was the best fit for me. Now that we’ve had a chance to check the area out, here’s my take on where to stay in Istria. The Best …
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Perched on the top of a hill, the village of Motovun Croatia is a scene straight out of a storybook. It’s surrounded by medieval walls that overlook vineyards, each direction more beautiful than the last. While most tourists flock to the beach and seaside towns in Istria, Motovun is just far enough to remain an …
