St Jerome Monastery where Mamma Mia 2 was filmed
Croatia, Europe

Vis Town, Croatia • Livin’ la vida local on Dalmatia’s quietest island

We arrived in Vis Town one afternoon in late September, after a road trip along the mountainous coastline of Croatia and a ferry crossing from the city of Split. The journey from the mainland only lasted a couple of hours, but after a long day in the car the muscles were starting to ache. We… Continue reading Vis Town, Croatia • Livin’ la vida local on Dalmatia’s quietest island

close up of palm tree leaves in Croatia
Croatia, Europe

Things to Do on Vis Island, Croatia

We arrived by ferry from Split on a late afternoon in September. Old stone houses and towers stand proudly around the little harbour, which was scattered with sailing boats and yachts, their peaceful bobbing disturbed by the arrival of the ferry and its flood of cars and people. It was nearing the end of the… Continue reading Things to Do on Vis Island, Croatia

beautiful Croatian water in Dalmatia
Croatia, Europe

Stiniva Cove, Vis • How to hike to one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches

Stiniva Cove is a stunningly pretty beach on the Croatian island of Vis. It’s not easy to reach, but that’s what makes a visit to Stiniva even more special- and rewarding. Here’s how to get to Stiniva Cove, officially one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches.  *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small… Continue reading Stiniva Cove, Vis • How to hike to one of Europe’s most beautiful beaches

how to visit Dubrovnik on a budget
Croatia, Europe

Dubrovnik on a Budget

Dubrovnik is one of the most-visited tourist destinations in Croatia, and it’s easy to see why. The walled old town is a maze of cobbled alleyways and red rooftops, perching on a rocky outcrop in the Adriatic Sea on Croatia’s stunning Dalmatian coastline. It’s seeped in history, both recent and ancient, and when Game of… Continue reading Dubrovnik on a Budget

ancient roman city in croatia
Croatia, Europe

Salona, Croatia: A Day Trip from Split

Did you know about the ancient Roman ruins of Salona in Croatia? Once upon a time, thousands and thousands of years ago, there was a massive Roman city on the Croatian coastline, not far from modern-day Split. Salona was this majestic city's name, and it thrived for over a thousand years, rising to prominence as… Continue reading Salona, Croatia: A Day Trip from Split

clear water and rocks
Croatia, Europe

Where to Stay on Hvar Island- 24 Hours in Stari Grad

If you're looking for where to stay on Hvar Island, Croatia- but want somewhere quieter than Hvar Town- look no further than Stari Grad.  Let me start by saying that this post is TAINTED WITH REGRET. The bitter sting of regret. But also, happiness and joy at the fact that we decided to go to… Continue reading Where to Stay on Hvar Island- 24 Hours in Stari Grad

Croatia, Europe

Krka National Park, Croatia (Expectation v Reality, and the problem with #instatravel)

I'd read a few guides on this beautiful national park in Croatia while researching our trip. But in hindsight I'm wondering how many of them were a completely honest guide to Krka National Park? *This site uses affiliate links, where I may earn a small commission, at no cost to the reader. Pinterest, Instagram and… Continue reading Krka National Park, Croatia (Expectation v Reality, and the problem with #instatravel)

a man painting the view from Klis Fortress in Dalmatia
Croatia, Europe

Klis Fortress • Game of Thrones and Croatian Castles

As we drove through the limestone, shrub-speckled hills of Dalmatia with the sea behind us and mountains ahead, I couldn't actually see where Klis Fortress was. Apparently it was directly ahead, then kind of to the left, then kind of ahead again. I was beginning to think that my eyes needed testing, when I realised… Continue reading Klis Fortress • Game of Thrones and Croatian Castles

day trip from Split to Trogir
Croatia, Europe

A Day Trip from Split to Trogir- Photo Inspiration from the ‘Little Venice’ of Dalmatia

It's so incredibly easy to get from Split to Trogir, that I wholeheartedly advise anyone and everyone visiting the city to take a day trip to see the beautiful 'Little Venice' of Dalmatia.  The town of Trogir is located on the historic Dalmatian Coast of Croatia, not too far from Split (and in actual fact,… Continue reading A Day Trip from Split to Trogir- Photo Inspiration from the ‘Little Venice’ of Dalmatia

Croatia, Europe

The Best Places to Visit in Split, Croatia

There is so much to do in this beautiful city- in fact I'd argue that there's more to see and do in Split than in the more well-known city of Dubrovnik. Here are the best places to visit in Split, Croatia. *This site uses affiliate links, where I may receive a small commission, at no… Continue reading The Best Places to Visit in Split, Croatia