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Follow Along As I Explore Croatia for the First Time (Plus Zagreb Sneak Peek)
There are a few places that have been on my travel wish list for many years, and Croatia was one of them. I say was because I arrived yesterday into the city of Zagreb, Croatia to start what should be...
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Feeling My Way Through a New City – My Zadar Experience
The name sounded like another planet; either that or one of George R. R. Martin’s elaborately constructed fantasy cities. But it felt very real as I walked along the seaside promenade listening to the...
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First Thoughts on Croatia and Battling Misconceptions
The human mind is a strange thing. At one moment it can be the most impressive creation in the history of the world, completing countless tasks and being a genuine marvel of nature. Then it can be an...
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Reflecting on Broken Relationships – A Unique Museum Experience
I had heard of the Museum of Broken Relationships well before I actually visited the small institution in Zagreb, Croatia. I love quirky museums, like the ZAM in Munich (sadly, now closed), the French...
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Looking for the Game of Thrones in Dubrovnik
A recurring theme for me on my trip to Croatia was the shear ethereal beauty of the country. From soaring mountains to ancient cities, the country is truly a visual delight. I’m not alone in my...
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Five Things You May Not Know About Plitvice Lakes in Croatia
So I was going to do a post about Plitvice with a bunch of pretty pictures, showing you all how gorgeous it is to explore. I’m still doing that, sort of, but in a way that I hope is far more...
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Bar with the Best View in the World?
Dubrovnik, Croatia is a remarkable town, not the least of which for its shocking beauty. Maybe it was the romance of traipsing around a walled city or how the light reflected off of the ancient stone,...
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Five Things You Don’t Know About Zadar
One of my favorite stops when I visited Croatia was the coastal town of Zadar. If you’re like me though, you probably don’t know a lot about this remarkable city, much less why you should include it...
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Island Adventures in Croatia – Journey to Brac
The coastal city of Split is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Croatia. Like many of the towns dotting the coastline, it is improbably old, dating back to the time of the ancient...
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Five Moments of Wonder and Awe in Croatia
If you’re a regular reader of the site, then by now you will have no doubt learned that I kind of enjoyed my trip through Croatia. I’m a passionate person and frankly tend to fall in love with most...
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42 Things I Love About Croatia
1. Spending the afternoon relaxing in one of Zagreb’s many squares and parks 2. Enjoying some of the world’s best seafood, if that’s your thing 3. Taking a ferry to one of the many islands, including...
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Exploring Split – One of Croatia’s Great Coastal Cities
One of the best known cities in Croatia, Split is an ancient town that has been captivating visitor’s imaginations for centuries. Well known for the UNESCO World Heritage Site Diocletian’s Palace,...
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Five Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Croatia
A few months ago I traveled to Croatia for the first time, a place I had long wanted to see. While some things were expected, many more surprised me including a few things that I wish I knew before my...
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So What’s Dubrovnik Really Like?
From an American point of view, one of the few places we hear a lot about in Croatia is Dubrovnik. Located in the south along the Adriatic Sea, the city has always benefited from its seaside position,...
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7 Things You Should Know About Croatia
Croatia is quickly becoming a travel hotspot, and with good reason. I enjoyed every moment of my travels through this former Communist country and was just as surprised by what I discovered there. If...
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The Most Active Tour in Zagreb or Why I Will Never Segway Again
I’m not the most coordinated person in the world, I never have been and I have long since given up hope at being an athlete. I did though have high hopes for a Segway tour I joined while in Zagreb,...
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A Language in Croatia You’ve Never Heard Of (Probably)
Ever since I can remember I’ve been fascinated by foreign cultures. I read about them and absorbed as much information as I could. Since I lived in small town America with no chance at world travel (at...
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My Favorite Destination of 2013
This was a hard post to write, much harder than it was last year actually. I’ve been privileged to have traveled a fair amount this year and like always, I loved almost every new adventure. Some trips...
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Places That I Didn’t Know Existed But Loved Anyway
I like to think that I know a fair amount of geography, at least I thought that before I started traveling more often. Now I’m always pleasantly surprised when I learn about new cities, towns and...
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Zagreb, Croatia – A City That Should Be On Your Bucket List
Ever since I returned from Croatia I’ve had a lot of people tell me how much they want to visit this beautiful country. As well they should; my trip there showed me just how dynamic and interesting a...
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