Category: Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, not far from Mostar, there’s a hill overlooking the Neretva River. And on that hill sits the historic village of Počitelj —partly faded away. This captivating site serves as a living testament to the unpredictability and fragility of life. Once a strategic stronghold and administrative centre during the Middle Ages, Počitelj…

Is the water at Plitvice Lakes National Park really as blue as it looks in the photos? The vibrant turquoise looks suspiciously perfect. Is the main waterfall really as breathtaking as people claim? And what about that serene stroll on wooden pathways, surrounded by lush greenery and cascading waterfalls? Does it feel like walking through…

Ready for a hike? Marjan Forest Park in Split may seem like a tough challenge at first glance, but if you’re in decent physical condition, it’s definitely not that bad. It’s a green oasis filled with a variety of fascinating plants and lookout points offering stunning city panoramas. And it’s a give-and-take situation—the higher you…

Have you heard of Nin, Croatia? What if I told you that this charming little town just ~30  min drive away from Zadar is the place where the Croatian state was born? In fact, Nin is known as the “first political, religious, and cultural center of medieval Croatia.” I have to admit, if this had…

On this very rainy day we will explore another Croatian coastal town – Zadar. It’s known for its beautiful old town and famous for its sunsets. Due to the horrible weather we will do a bit of a speed run through Zadar’s most famous tourist attractions, and then we will try to trick the rain…

I’ve heard a lot of discussions about whether it is worth visiting both Krka and Plitvice on your Croatia trip. So, we have to figure that out! Rumour has it that Krka is worth visiting if you explore more than just the main waterfall. So, we’re setting that as our goal for the day. We…

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of travelling in Croatia? Let’s say it in three: 1, 2, 3… Swimming in the crystal-clear waters! And what better way to wrap up an active vacation like ours than by taking a relaxing snorkelling cruise from Split? One where you can chill on…

Today, we’re exploring Trogir. If you enjoy architecture and hunting for beautiful little details hidden in plain sight, you’ll love this Croatian town. Located on a tiny island, Trogir’s old town is very compact. So much so that there are two main places where everyone and everything is concentrated: the Central Square and the Promenade.…

Today, we’re going to explore the beautiful old town of Šibenik. It’s a perfect maze of gorgeous stone houses and small streets where you can truly get lost. And sometimes getting lost is part of the fun. Today we’re diving in with almost no plan. We’ve got a couple of places pinned on our map—like…

Tito’s nuclear bunker is like a time machine hidden deep under a mountain. It’s time to fulfill your spy movie fantasies, as this place in Bosnia and Herzegovina transports you back in time to the Cold War era, offering a glimpse into what the chilling reality of people hiding in this mega-shelter would have been.…