Dubrovnik is one of the best places to visit in Croatia. It unfortunately can be terribly crowded because overtourism is a serious issue in the city. When you visit you will generally try to stay away from all the tourists, but there’s one thing you will want to do when you are there: Walk the Dubrovnik City Walls. Walking the Dubrovnik wall is without a doubt one of the best things to do in Dubrovnik. History of the Dubrovnik City Walls Dubrovnik’s Old Town is entirely surrounded by its City Walls, which were used to protect the city for centuries.…
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Renting a Boat in Dubrovnik
When visiting Dubrovnik, the clear blue waters of the Adriatic Sea make for a gorgeous backdrop to any view or photo of the city. It’s also hard to resist getting out there and exploring the sea and all the islands that surround Dubrovnik. Luckily, renting a boat in Dubrovnik is very easy, affordable, and is one of the best day trips from Dubrovnik. While it may not be a yacht, almost anyone can rent a boat in Dubrovnik, which gives you the ultimate freedom of island hopping for the day. There are lots of great islands and spots around Dubrovnik…
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One Day in Zagreb
Zagreb is underrated when it comes to travel as most travelers flock to the cities on Croatia’s coast, like Dubrovnik and Split. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t visit Zagreb though! There is plenty to do in Zagreb even if just for a day. This itinerary will give you what to do for one day in Zagreb. Breakfast Once you’re up and awake, head to the Dolac Market to grab something for breakfast. There are a host of vendors selling cheap, local produce and food. You are bound to find something that will be cheap, fresh, and fill you up. Keep…
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Dubrovnik Travel Guide
Croatia has become one of the most popular places to visit in Europe, with Dubrovnik being its crown jewel of tourism. It’s picturesque Old Town surrounded by castle-like walls set against the azure waters of the Adriatic Sea make it one of the most beautiful cities in the world. How could you not want to visit Dubrovnik? This Dubrovnik Travel Guide will help you plan your trip to this incredible Croatian city. Something to keep in mind when traveling to Dubrovnik is that it has become such a huge tourism spot that it now suffers from overtourism. The overtourism in…
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Day Trip from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes
You will never be at a loss for what to do in Zagreb. However when planning your trip, make sure you plan an extra day in the Croatian capital. This way you will be able to take advantage of one of the best things to do in Zagreb, and Croatia: Take a day trip from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes! Plitivce Lakes National Park is an incredible national park—one of the best in the world—with 16 terraced lakes that cascade into each other with remarkable waterfalls. The clear, turquoise colored water is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before and the natural…
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Zagreb Travel Guide
Croatia is a very popular spot for travelers, but most don’t visit Zagreb. While it’s the capital of Croatia and its largest city, Zagreb is land-locked and doesn’t have the stunning beaches and azure waters of Dubrovnik, Hvar, Zadar, or Split. However, there are still plenty of things to do in Zagreb. This Zagreb Travel Guide will help you plan your trip to this underrated city and give you ideas for where to stay, where to eat, and what to do in Zagreb. Where to Stay in Zagreb Zagreb is the biggest city in Croatia by population, but for travelers,…
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20 Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Croatia
Croatia is one of the top travel destinations in the world right now as many people are flocking there for the sun, beach, and Game of Thrones tours. However, while those three things make Croatia a wonderful place to visit, there is so much more than just that. Landlocked cities, like the country’s capitol of Zagreb offer a glimpse at another side of Croatian culture, and their national parks, like Plitvice Lakes, are some of the most beautiful in the world. If you haven’t already been inspired to visit Croatia, here are 20 Photos That Will Make You Want to Visit Croatia. There is even more to Croatia than these 20…
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Zagreb: Croatia’s Underrated City
Zagreb definitely isn’t the most popular city to visit in Croatia. While it’s the capital of Croatia, Zagreb is a smaller land-locked city that most think can’t compete with the likes of Dubrovnik, Hvar, Zadar, and Split with their stunning beaches and azure waters. If we had to choose one city to visit in Croatia, admittedly it might not be Zagreb, but it’s worth visiting if you’re there on a multi-city trip. Zagreb is underrated and offers way more than what we were expecting! Where we stayed in Zagreb: Zagreb isn’t huge by any means, nor is it expensive, which…
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A Trip to King’s Landing! Errrr…Dubrovnik!
Over the past few years, Dubrovnik has definitely become one of the top cities to visit in Europe. It’s incredibly beautiful and is heavily featured in the HBO hit series Game of Thrones as the capital city of Westeros, King’s Landing. With all of this, Dubrovnik is a little on the pricier side, especially compared to other cities in Croatia. However, a trip to Dubrovnik is totally worth it because of its well-preserved old town, yummy food, and wonderful views. During peak season, remember that Dubrovnik is going to be busy, especially in the Old Town. It is a very…
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Tips for a Day Trip to Plitvice Lakes
Plitivce Lakes National Park is absolutely stunning and is one of the most beautiful national parks in the world. It’s definitely a must-visit when traveling in Croatia. While it’s not super close to many cities, doing a day trip to Plitvice Lakes from Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Split, or Zadar is relatively easy. These tips will help you have the best possible day trip to Plitvice Lakes National Park. There are buses available from all of the cities listed above to Plitvice, which aren’t too expensive. The bus tickets to Plitvice do go increase depending on the time of year due to…
