Croatia offers a diverse and captivating travel experience that satisfies both the adventurous spirit and the taste buds. From the historic streets of Zagreb to the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park, and the charming coastal towns like Zadar and Split, Croatia showcases a rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural landscapes. One of the highlights of … More Croatia Five Day Itinerary
Cooking done with passion is an act of love. – Tammy Mollai TROGIR, CROATIA July 2012 Last year, during our honeymoon in Eastern Europe, Jonathan and I got the pleasure of spending a day of shopping, cooking, and dining with the passionate chef, Tatjana Ciciliani. Of all of our adventures on this trip, this is … More Croatian Cooking with Chef Tatjana Ciciliani
I want to be with those who know secret things or else alone. ~ Rainer Maria Rilke The Secret I love Rilke’s quote above. But really, who doesn’t want to be with someone who knows all the secrets? For example, if you happen to live in NYC you may remember the all too recent Speakeasy … More The Secret to Traveling in Croatia
To the complaint, ‘There are no people in these photographs,’ I respond, there are always two people: the photographer and the viewer. ― Ansel Adams ZAGREB, CROATIA July 27 – 29, 2012 Final Days of our Honeymoon After almost two weeks of traveling through Eastern Europe, we still wanted more… We left the Island of Vis with sad … More Croatia is for Lovers: Part V – Zagreb
Embrace the detours. – Author unknown VIS, CROATIA July 24 – 27, 2012 DAY THREE Before settling in our room on our second night, we decided to book a private boat to the island of Bisevo where we could explore the famous blue cave. By morning our trip was cancelled. It was a beautiful day … More Croatia is for Lovers: Part IV Island of Vis – Day Three
The cure for anything is salt water – tears, sweat, or the sea. – Isak Dinesen VIS, CROATIA July 24 – 27, 2012 DAY TWO On our second day we awoke with just enough energy to seek out some sunshine and beach time. There are very few options for relaxing on the beach in and … More Croatia is for Lovers: Part III Island of Vis – Day Two
As you walk and eat and travel, be where you are. Otherwise you will miss most of your life. — Siddhārtha Gautama VIS, CROATIA July 24 – 27, 2012 Island of Vis, Croatia A Haven for Honeymooners After two hours or so of traveling by ferry from Split, Jonathan and I finally arrived to Vis. … More Croatia is for Lovers: Part II Island of Vis – Day One
The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. – St. Augustine SPLIT, CROATIA July 22 – 24, 2012 Choosing Croatia for our Honeymoon Several years ago, shortly after getting engaged, Jonathan and I were out to dinner and having a lovely conversation with our waiter. He had traveled … More Croatia is for Lovers: Part 1 – Split & Trojir
Be glad of life, because it gives you the chance to love and to work, to play and to look at the stars. – Henry Van Dyke ~ Atypical Honeymooners: Indulging in Life’s Greatest Treasures ~ I couldn’t help but to ask myself over and over why so many people were questioning the destination of … More Love & Adventure in Eastern Europe
Traveling on an Empty Stomach 