Robyn Vulinovich

January 19, 2025

Cooking Class on Island Brač

Mediterranean cuisine is one of a kind so try the local way of preparing meals. Our tradition is connected to the sea where we catch fish, and the land where we grow vegetables and fruits.  Of course, it is important to have knowledge of recognizing healthy and tasty herbs. All of them mixed together to give a wonderful selection of fresh […]
October 14, 2024

The Poetic Beauty of Brac

The Island of Brac (pro. Br-arch) In early September, my thoughts turned to visiting?Pucisca, located in a well hidden cove on the Island of Brac.? Many times I had sailed past this deep navy-blue water inlet, but had never ventured inside.Today was the day! The ferry from Split to the seaside?port of Supetar sails many times daily, back and forth, […]
June 9, 2024

Wines of Croatia

Writing about the wines of Croatia is always a great pleasure for me! Croatia is well known as a country of many islands but lesser-known as a country of many vineyards, ranging from the tiny unknowns to the award-winning gold medal wine producers. With the wine industry blossoming since the independence of Croatia,  the quality of the wine being produced […]
May 31, 2024

DAY TOURS IN AND AROUND SPLIT

When in Split Robyn Vulinovich is a local resident residing in the city of Split on the Central Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. She comes from a long background of consultancy within the hospitality, food and wine, and Croatian tourism industries.. Her experience and knowledge of all things Croatian, is one of her finer attributes, and sharing her passion with first-time […]
January 14, 2024

Discovering the Kvarner Islands of Lošinj, Cres, and Krk

A surprise invitation to visit the islands of the Kvarner Coast, Lošinj, Cres and Krk, in the month of November 2020 was happily accepted! I had been dreaming about setting foot on these three Islands for a very long time, and finally, I was on my way, flying from Split to Island Krk, which is off-shore from the main city […]
March 1, 2023

Best Krka Falls Magical Day Tour

Skradinski Buk waterfall on the Krka River is a sight to behold! Photos courtesy Krka Tourism The 75-kilometer-long Krka River, piercing its way through the dry and thirsty karst region attracts many visitors with the unique beauty of its canyons and cascades, creating a carpet of moss, algae, and miraculous formations of travertine, falls, lakes, and green valleys. Come join […]
September 23, 2021

A LIVE INTERVIEW on Australian Radio SBS.

Recently, being invited to be interviewed by Ana Solomon, Producer of the Croatian Program on Australian Radio SBS in Melbourne was a great honour. Ana explained the line of questioning that would be expected of me on the day. I prepared myself as best I could, after all I would be speaking in the Croatian language, a language I have […]
July 28, 2021

MY NEWSLETTERS

JULY NEWSLETTER 2021 TIME FOR A CHANGE! It’s not often that I am at a loss for words..but lately, that’s how I’ve been feeling. This pandemic has changed the way we live, work and play..and travel! Over the past 15 years, my clientele have come from many parts of the world but the majority of 95% have been my fellow […]
January 21, 2021

Travel Tales from the French Countryside.

My friend Shirley Segedin was one of my dearest friends. I will never forget her kindness to me and my family. Her elegance, her love of preparing delicious cuisine, her knowledge of the arts and all things great and small. As I sit here reminiscing, I hear her voice, I hear her laughter, and I remember her sadness. Here is […]
October 25, 2020

Boranka Re-forestation Project in Split.

BORANKA IS THE LARGEST EVER VOLUNTARY POST-FIRE REFORESTATION ORGANISED IN CROATIA. Enormous areas of forests are being destroyed in huge wildfires that are occurring frequently along the Croatian coast. Devastating firestorms are leaving behind wastelands with catastrophic consequences for the environment. This weekend 24th and 25th October 2020, some of our group of Croatian Australians, NZers & Friends from USA, […]
September 21, 2020

‘Good Morning Croatia’ HRT1 Interview

On 6th August 2020 I was very proud to be invited as a guest to the studios of the national television HRT1 studio in Zagreb to be interviewed by the lovely Lijljana Vinković on the breakfast program DOBRO JUTRO HRVATSKA (Good Morning Croatia) A discussion about my life in the past, the present and the future; my thoughts on the […]
October 25, 2019

The Expectations of my Australian Guests…

See no Evil, Hear no Evil, Speak no Evil! What goes on tour..stays on tour! Ha Ha!  Talking about Croatian food and wines, and expectations of our first-time visitors. In September 2018  a group of Australian foodie and wine buffs arrived. Most of the group of 10 had been here before and were back for more! HOWEVER, On arrival in […]
August 23, 2019

Loveable Island Lastovo

Island Lastovo, as our friendly host Bruno explained upon our arrival, is a place you will either love, or you will hate, there’s no in-between! After the first 24 hours of exploring, I decided I was in love with Lastovo and definitely I’ll be back! We travelled on the fast catamaran from Split passing through Hvar Town and Vela Luka […]
July 18, 2019

Rustic Dalmatian Dining in Split

Highly recommended for those who are lovers of delicious food and wines, ambience, and tradition in true Dalmatian style.. The restaurant CAREVI DVORI is located a short 15-minute drive from Split to Gornja (Upper) Podstrana, and it offers stunning scenery with views over the city of Split and out to the islands of Brač, Hvar and Šolta, and especially brilliant […]
May 28, 2019

Trogir Treasures Tour

The city of Salona was built in the 4th Century BC and is situated 9 km from Split on the mouth of the River Jadro and was the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia and the birthplace of Roman Emperor Diocletian. 244-311 AD. We will take you on a guided walk through these ancient remains where you’ll hear about […]
May 27, 2019

A delightful Day Tour to Island Brač

A Delightful Day on Island Brač. 9.00 am We’ll start the day with a 50 min ferry ride from Split to Supetar on the island of Brač. This is the island made famous by white limestone, the island’s trademark, superb extra virgin olive oil, wines, seafood, and friendly people. The lamb of Brač is also considered a specialty due to […]
April 2, 2019

Twelve days in Croatia

A very special itinerary travelling from Zagreb through the regions of Zagorije, Lika, Central and Southern Dalmatia to Dubrovnik, the Pearl of the Adriatic, including the ancient city of Split and the atmospheric islands of Brač and Korčula,? ?discovering the diversity of this colourful country, woven as a tapestry of colours, history and culture, over the vastness of many centuries..? […]
August 23, 2018

Sarajevo Secrets

Travelling to Sarajevo from Split via Metković and crossing the B&H border near Mostar was both pleasant and at times very sad. The scars of the recent war of the 1990s were very apparent, with abandoned houses, standing like shell-shocked burnt-out shells, places where families once lived, where children once played, and where farmers once worked their fields and tended […]
May 23, 2018

LET ME SHOW YOU THE BEST OF MY DALMATIA

Dalmatia is located along the coast of the Croatian Adriatic Coast and is generally divided into 3 parts. Zadar is the capital of Northern Dalmatia, the Central region is famous for its ancient Roman city of Split and the? The southern  region is oriented towards Dubrovnik and all the way to the Montenegrin Border. Although there are many exaggerations about […]
November 25, 2017

ROBYN VULINOVICH….another foreign entrepreneur.

Tash Perićić reporting for Total Croatia News…  It was thanks to this wonderful woman that we started this series, so it’s only fitting that I get to share her story. Robyn Vulinovich, I am very selfishly glad you lost your voice for the B2B Conference because it meant we have connected and shared some wonderful experiences since! Robyn is someone who […]
November 7, 2017

An Exquisite day on Islands Šolta and Brač

This was a very unique and profound experience! It never ceases to amaze me how catastrophes can result in profound situations with extraordinary results ..all it takes is a positive outlook and good honest thoughts!An Exquisite day on Islands Šolta and Brač – A day that began at 9.00 am when Tash and I were greeted by the BRAČ EXCURSIONS […]
October 31, 2017

Confessions of a Tour Director

You would make a great Tour Director! my close friend Donna remarked as we sat relaxing in my apartment on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Donna is heavily involved in Canadian Tourism, and was visiting me for the weekend from Sydney. Her feet were on my lap, and as I massaged dainty toes with some warm oils, she was in bliss-land, and […]
October 12, 2017

Zadar, Island Pag and Istria Journey

Arriving into Zadar brings back sweet memories of my very first visit to Croatia as a young 24-year-old woman, sailing from Ancona on the Italian coast on the overnight ferry Liburnija to Zadar.. I remember being up at sunrise, walking out on the deck, eager to catch my first glimpse of this country I had heard so much about. Travelling […]
July 24, 2017

Island Pag..an exotic environment

It is almost impossible to explain the beauty of Island Pag..the stunning colours of nature..of stone, sea and sky…seemingly a wasteland, weathered by the gale force Bora winds of winter…yet here we find the finest wines, internationally acclaimed sheep’s milk cheeses, succulent lamb dishes, 1000 year old olive groves, and the most exquisite handmade laces.?… a most exotic environment. My […]
January 29, 2017

Legend of the Croatian Coat of Arms

Throughout history, the Croats often had to fight wars for their independence and their country. Thus, according to legend, more than a thousand years ago, after one of the numerous battles, the Croatian King Dr?islav and the Venetian Doge, Pietro Orseolo, having learned a common passion for the game of Chess, came up an extraordinary idea….to move the battlefield of […]
February 16, 2016

FOOD AND WINE IN MY HIDDEN CROATIA

Croatian Cuisine is very diverse, reflecting the various cultures and empires that have influenced the country in the past centuries. Along the coastline, the cuisine sharply resembles Italian style cuisine and flavours, while in the Continental inland regions, you’ll find Austro Hungarian and even Turkish cuisine further towards the Bosnian border. Each region has its particular specialty, and I can […]
January 3, 2015

Christmas Advent Traditions in Split

Christmas Advent Traditions in Split and throughout all of Croatia remain high on the list of most loved and favoured periods of the year. With close to 90% of Croatians identifying as Catholic, it?s no surprise that Christmas remains one of the most important holidays.  Makovnja?a (poppy seed rolls), Christmas trees, and candles are all staples of Christmas in Croatia. […]
June 5, 2014

SMALL GROUP PRIVATE TOURS IN CROATIA

 SPECIALISING IN…. Small private groups of like minded friends and  family groups. Personalised tour itineraries according to our guest’s interests, age group and budget. Accommodation  according to our guest’s preferences, ranging from luxury hotels and villas to boutique B&B, Agritourism properties oozing ambience and hospitality. Yacht and boat charters, with suggested sailing routes with excellent captains and crew members  Emphasis […]
October 15, 2013

Alen Bibich Winery….Slow-food and wine tasting highlights.

Alen Bibic is one of Croatia’s leading winemakers..it is always a pleasure to visit his vineyard and cellar at Plastovo in the hills near Skradin on the Krka River. Being greeted by the man himself and treated to a superbly chilled Bibich Brut Rose` was a VERY special occasion… Alen Bibi?, a brilliant entrepreneur as well as a winemaker has […]