Rovinj, Croatia is one of those stunning places you see on postcards and wonder if the reality will live up to the image. The old town is crammed onto a small peninsula, which juts off northern Croatia’s Istrian coast. A spindly bell tower reaches skyward from atop the peninsula’s central hill. Concentric circles of tall […]
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Sibenik, Croatia: A Perfect Day Trip Destination
Sibenik, Croatia is one of central Dalmatia’s most picturesque towns. Nestled in the shadow of a rocky hill between the Krka River and Adriatic Sea, the area’s natural beauty is undeniable. If you are visiting either Split or Zadar, you will definitely want to plan a Sibenik day trip! In contrast to neighboring cities which […]
Fun and Interesting Things to Do in Zadar, Croatia
Zadar was a last minute addition to my Croatia road trip and ended up one of my favorite stops. Even though the city boasts many unique attractions, locals seemed to outnumber tourists two to one. It was a refreshing change from the more popular cruise ship ports along the coast. My two days in Zadar […]
Krka National Park: Croatia’s Summer Playground
Have you ever dreamed about swimming in a crystal clear pool fed by a waterfall? One that you reach by hiking through the mountains to a secluded location? Then Krka National Park in Croatia is the destination for you! The Krka River gently wends through Croatia’s Dinara mountains before reaching the turquoise depths of the […]
Parnu, Estonia: An Idyllic Baltic Sea Town
Parnu, Estonia is located on the Baltic coast about halfway between Tallinn and Riga. Hugged by the shallow waters of the Gulf of Riga, the pristine white sands of Parnu Beach stretch as far as the eye can see. Development has been kept to a minimum, with bird-watching towers outnumbering high-rise hotels. In fact, you […]