Many of our guests ask about sources of information and books we recommend.  Here are some fiction and non-fiction books, which we think help one understand the area, culture, history & psyche (also good reads): Black Falcon & Gray Lamb by Rebecca West – the classic travel book about Croatia up to WWII The Bridge…

I was recently asked for our recommendations for what not to miss on a few days stay during July in Istria.  After agonizing over the many possibilities, here are our conclusions for what not to miss on a  short stay in Istria: In general Pula amphitheater – the largest amphitheater outside rome – well preserved and interesting. Stroll along…

The heart and soul of Istria If you want to be engulfed into the heart of Croatia, the cultural heritage, the magical coastline, the unique architecture, Rovinj will captivate you from the moment you first glimpse the sparkling sea, teaming port & alluring colors of this hill town on the.  Visit the upper and lower old towns,…

The 2015 olive harvest on Brac is in full swing with a bumper crop. The weather is clear & mild and the trees over-laden with fruit.  The first pick is in, pressed & bottled for delivery to local restaurants and tables at home . . . and it is delicious. Brac Olive Oil – from the…

Hvar island is easily reached from Milna on Brac for a fabulous Day Trip.  The speed boat goes every morning from Milna Harbor and returns in the evening from Hvar Town. After wandering Hvar town, visiting the fortress and cathedral, a taxi ride away will bring you to two of our favorite wineries in JELSA (a charming village…

I was recently asked what to do around Korcula Island.  After some thought, here is what I recommend: Visit Orebic and go wine tasting in Peljesac peninsula – favorite wine experiences as rated by our guests:           St Hills Winery – try a wine & food pairing, they make a very nice tasting  …

We were wandering around Istria about a month ago (in April) doing some filming and visiting places we had never been.  It was one of those lazy trips, where we really didn’t expect much.  Spring was still eluding us, it was still too chilly to sit outside at restaurants and still too early for tourists. We…

Another question I get a lot is “. . . what should I do if I really want to experience the essence of Croatia in just a couple of weeks”.  A very hard question to answer!  But if I were to create an itinerary and had to pick the  “Top 10 Things Not to Miss in…

I am often asked which islands to visit –  a challenging question because they are all beautiful and are alluring for different reasons.  So, I have thought long about the question and here are my thoughts: Brac. . . a great island to stay on with pretty villas, secluded bays and gateway to island hopping in…

Friends and guests often ask what I would do on a holiday to Dalmatia – what are the quintessential elements that make Dalmatia unique. My answer –  what is truly special about Dalmatia – is its vibrant lifestyle, the spectacular sailing, the unspoiled villages, the emerging wines, the friendly people and the culture & history preserved in the villages scattered…