The Pakleni Islands, an archipelago of 16 islands, lie directly across from the town of Hvar, the capital of Hvar Island. The proper Croatian name for these islands is Paklinski Otoci. Some people refer to them as the “Hell Islands,” translating from the Croatian words “Pakao” (Hell) or “Paklen” (Hellish). However, this name doesn’t fit … Read more
Did you know that Croatia is divided into five separate regions? While most visitors know about the coastal areas, like the Istria peninsula, Kvarner with its islands, and the Dalmatian coast stretching from Zadar to Dubrovnik, there are other regions in Croatia’s interior that are worth talking about (and visiting). Today, I will share a … Read more
Lovran is a small, beautiful old town in Croatia, situated south of Opatija. It’s also a popular tourist destination in the country. I believe it deserves a lot more attention than it’s currently getting – so here I am, ready to right the wrongs. We’ll learn everything about traveling to Lovran: top things to do … Read more
I’m here to introduce you to the Kvarner region of Croatia by sharing some maps that will make it easier for you to navigate the Kvarner Bay in Croatia and plan your holiday – or trip to this region of the country. Kvarner is the huge gulf in the northern part of Croatia’s Adriatic coast, … Read more
Čiovo (pronounced Chyoh-voh) is a small, yet full-of-life island in central Dalmatia, seamlessly connected to the UNESCO-listed town of Trogir and its extremely popular tourist riviera. Often thought of as a peninsula due to its southern proximity to medieval Trogir and the fact that it’s linked by bridges, Čiovo is a gem that you have … Read more
Croatia may be a small country, but it had a huge impact on the world thanks to some of the most important inventions that helped humankind. In today’s article, I will share the most important Croatian inventors (and their inventions) that have reshaped history For a quick and brief summary, here are some of the … Read more
Croatia is a great place for practicing windsurfing, thanks to the reliable winds such as the Bura (Bora), Maestral (Mistral), and Jugo (South), which cater to both beginners and seasoned windsurfers alike. The Mistral, known locally as Maestral, is particularly favorable for windsurfers. This daily northwestern wind arises from the temperature differences between the mainland … Read more