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January 3, 2015
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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. […]
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June 5, 2014
Published by robynvulinovich at June 5, 2014
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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 […]
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January 17, 2014
Published by robynvulinovich at January 17, 2014
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Island Hvar beachfront accommodation.

An idyllic holiday destination...ideal for a group of like-minded friends or family…enjoy the privacy of the stunning azure waters of Dubovica Bay on the Island of Hvar for a superb get-away-from-it-all holiday in  stunning surroundings. Nestling in the stunning Bay of Dubovica, Villa Benedeta is situated between Hvar Town and Stari Grad, on the southern side of the island….a 15 […]
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October 15, 2013
Published by robynvulinovich at October 15, 2013
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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 […]
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April 23, 2013
Published by robynvulinovich at April 23, 2013
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Trogir Treasures

Trogir is a short 30 minute drive north of Split. A small islet connected by a bridge to the mainland. Founded in the 3rd century BC by the Greeks, later rulers were Rome, Byzantium, Venice and Austrian-Hundgarians,? but the deepest cultural expansion has been left by the Croats. Trogir is still very well preserved and is on the UNESCO”S World […]
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April 22, 2013
Published by robynvulinovich at April 22, 2013
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Finger Licking Food in the Dalmatian Zagora.

Dalmatian Zagora (Hinterland) is the southern inland region spreading from Zadar to Biokovo National Park. The environment is beautiful, and the food has many finger-licking delicacies. The houses are built of stone since the region is abundant in this material. The great sculptor Ivan Mestrovic came from this area. Mountainous and rocky, this region is known for its hard-working people, […]
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February 10, 2013
Published by robynvulinovich at February 10, 2013
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Masquerade in Makarska

Springtime is coming…. February is the month of Masquerade in Croatia, dressing up to?disperse any evil spirits before the Catholic period of Lent. A celebration of overturning?any old bad habits of daily life,? clearing the way for new life with the beginning of Spring. Evening Balls and Street Parades, fun and frivolity for young and old! Yesterday, 9th February, I […]
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February 3, 2013
Published by robynvulinovich at February 3, 2013
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A Dalmatian village called Kostanje

The village of Kostanje is?the home of the family Basic (pr. Basich) There are 5 brothers and one sister belonging to this family.?Our friend?Yure is one of those brothers, and he left Kostanje as a young man, meeting up with?my late husband, Branko, in the refugee camps of Italy in 1960.?They departed from Communist Yugoslavia, and travelled to far away […]
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January 13, 2013
Published by robynvulinovich at January 13, 2013
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My Visit to Varazdin

In the Croatian Zagorje Region,?77 kms north of Zagreb towards the Hungarian border, the? town of Varazdin is often dismissed as a transit point on the way to and from Budapest, capital of Hungary. A city of of harmony and intimacy, this is one of my hidden gems…a mini Prague, architecturally a marvel of Baroque style, beautifully restored and maintained. […]
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November 6, 2011
Published by robynvulinovich at November 6, 2011
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The Masterpieces of Ivan Mestrovic

Ivan Mestrovic, was born in Vrlpolje, Croatia in 1883 and died in?Indiana USA in 1962. He was Croatia’s most famous sculptor, painter, architect, and writer. Many of his works won recognition and awards. He lived and worked in many European centres of art and culture, (Rome Paris, London, Cannes Geneva, and Zagreb) After WWII he emigrated to the United States. […]
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October 14, 2011
Published by robynvulinovich at October 14, 2011
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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, […]
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October 12, 2011
Published by robynvulinovich at October 12, 2011
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MY TRAVEL TALES

A Journey from Rovinj to Split… Mid-September is a beautiful time of year in Istria, the northern peninsula of Croatia, close to the Italian border. It’s a time of year when the grapes are harvested, the season of porcini mushrooms, and the best time for truffle hunting, and eating! Arriving into Rovinj is always a delight…an artist’s dream! It was […]
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September 8, 2011
Published by robynvulinovich at September 8, 2011
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My Magical Weekend

I love doing things on the spur of the moment! This was one of those occasions.? My poet friend and neighbour in Podgora, Dubravka Boric, was recently awarded 3rd prize out of hundreds of entries for her poem, ‘ORANGES’ Poets from all corners of Croatia had been invited to submit their entries into this most prestigious competition. Dubravka, originally from […]
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