Piran, Slovenia: Our Last Cruise Stop
Our final port day of the cruise brings a relaxed walk through Piran, Slovenia, a climb up St. George's bell tower, and a memorable lunch in a town shaped by centuries of Venetian rule and salt.
Croatia
Two Days in Dubrovnik: Diving, Dining, and a Countryside Feast
A second visit to Dubrovnik brings two dives in the Adriatic, an anniversary dinner at Nautika, and a countryside Peka cooking class that turns strangers into friends, alongside a bit of Republic of Ragusa history.
Hvar, Croatia: A Missed Tour and a Perfect Plan B at Robinson’s Cove
A scheduling mix-up costs us our Blue Caves tour in Hvar, Croatia, but a ten euro water taxi to a hidden cove called Robinson's turns into one of our favorite afternoons of the whole trip, complete with a surprise gourmet lunch and a stroll through Croatia's glossy "Riviera" town.
Revisiting Zadar: A Stroll Around Town and a Trip to the Country
Our second visit to Zadar combined a walk through the city's historic old town with a memorable afternoon at Srce Bukovice, where warm hospitality, homemade food, and local traditions offered a genuine taste of rural Croatia.
Rovinj, Croatia: A Rib Boat Adventure Down the Croatian Fjord
A rib boat tour out of Rovinj, Croatia turns from swimming and wine tasting along the Lim Fjord into an unplanned rescue at sea, plus a short look at the Venetian history behind this Istrian old town.
Rab, Croatia: E-Bikes, Ancient Walls & a Legendary Wind
A quiet e-bike ride around Rab turned into one of our most memorable days in Croatia. Between pine-lined coastal trails, a sobering piece of WWII history, and conversations with locals who shared their love and hope for the island, Rab reminded us exactly why we fell for Croatia in the first place.
Highlights of Croatia
Bob and I enjoyed the highlights of Croatia in July of 2017 sailing north along Croatia’s Adriatic coast, we explored Dubrovnik, Zadar, Pag, and Rovinj — and knew we would one day return.