Browsing Tag Croatia

Kamerlengo Fortress In Trogir Croatia

Kamerlengo Fortress In Trogir Croatia

By | June 2, 2008 at 8:36 am | No comments

We ventured out of the rear entrance to the town that opens on the beautiful cafe lined waterfront. After a quick refreshment of cokes and coffee we made our way down to Kamerlengo Fortress. Built as a naval base by the Venetians in the 14th Century, the high walls,...

Posted in: Latest News, Trogir

Traveling to Trogir Croatia

Traveling to Trogir Croatia

By | April 26, 2008 at 10:54 pm | No comments

We took a day trip about an hour north of Split to the famed city of Trogir. We left the confines of Dioclencian’s Palace for the local bus station. Catching the bus to Trogir is very easy, the schedules are in plain site and people are very helpful in providing...

Posted in: Featured, Latest News, Trogir

Visiting Bol Beach Croatia

Visiting Bol Beach Croatia

By | April 24, 2008 at 8:47 am | 6 comments

Arriving in Bol we made our way down a long tree-lined pathway towards Bol Beach. There are small cafes at the start of the path. We stopped at one for our typical lunch of Pizza and beer. You can catch a trolly train here that goes directly to Bol Beach, about 2...

Posted in: Bol Beach, Brac Island, Featured, Latest News, Recent Articles

Visiting Brac Island Croatia

Visiting Brac Island Croatia

By | January 24, 2008 at 8:43 am | 11 comments

Brac is the third largest Croatian coast island, and the largest in the central Dalmatian coast. It spreads almost 400 Kilometers and hosts a population of almost 14,000 people. The Brac channel separates the island from the mainland. The island is reachable from the...

Posted in: Bol Beach, Brac Island, Featured, features

A Brief History of Trogir Croatia

A Brief History of Trogir Croatia

By | January 24, 2008 at 8:38 am | 2 comments

Trogir Croatia has a rich history of art, commerce, and occupation. Originally a Roman municipality Trogir was conveniently close to Salona, the center of Roman rule in Dalmatia. In the 6th Century, the Croats settled there and brought the arts. The Venetians raided...

Posted in: Trogir

St. Lawrence Cathedral In Trogir Croatia

St. Lawrence Cathedral In Trogir Croatia

By | January 23, 2008 at 11:06 pm | No comments

St. Lawrence Cathedral is the most famous and most visible of the town’s monuments. It’s prominently situated on the main square with a bell tower that reaches far above the town. The portal of artistic Master Rodovan, which guards the entrance, is one of the...

Posted in: Trogir

Guide to Split Croatia

Guide to Split Croatia

By | January 23, 2008 at 10:43 pm | One comment

Our ferry from Hvar docked in split near the entrance to Diocletian's Palace. We parked our bags with members or our group, then Tony and I ventured through the gates into the city to seek out our hotel and find the best path to get there from the dock. The Adriatic...

Posted in: Latest News, Recent Articles, Split

Traveling to Hvar

Traveling to Hvar

By | January 20, 2008 at 10:52 am | 2 comments

It had been a very long day. Worth every mile. The Peljesac Peninsula is absolutely beautiful and enough off the beaten path to where you feel adventuresome, but not lost in the wilderness. The roads are in excellent condition and there is an abundance of water taxis...

Posted in: Hvar

Exploring the Island of Korcula Croatia

Exploring the Island of Korcula Croatia

By | January 19, 2008 at 3:15 pm | No comments

Korcula (pronounced Korchula) is a stunning island known for it’s secluded beaches, uninhabited neighboring islands, exquisite arts and rich culture. It’s thought that the famed explorer Marco Polo (1254-1342) was born here. Much like Dubrovnik the city of...

Posted in: Featured, Peljesac Peninsula

Wine Tasting at the Grgich Winery

Wine Tasting at the Grgich Winery

By | January 19, 2008 at 3:01 pm | 5 comments

Miljenko (Mike) Grgich returned to his birth-home of Croatia from a successful career as a winemaker and winery owner in California to realize the dream of opening his own winery in his native land. The Grgich Winery is in Trstenik, on the Peljesac Peninsula. It’s...

Posted in: Peljesac Peninsula