Author Archives: nina

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 & … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

This summer we followed the Pirate routes along the Dalmatian coast – among the inexhaustible inlets of the Pakleni Islands, through the hidden bays of Brac and down among the protected coves of Korcula to the Merchant capital of Dubrovnik. … Continue reading →

Kathy from London asked about what to do on her 5 day visit to Dalmatia. A few days in Dubrovnik, then drive up to Split sounds like a good plan.    There are lots of things to do in between … Continue reading →

Matt from New  York asked about private tours around Split. Here are some ideas for private “tours”. The guides will be directed by your instructions at the time, to be sure that you get to do and see what you … Continue reading →

Barry from Texas asked what to do during their few days in Split. Split is rapidly becoming a trendy place to visit and is a great blend of old and new.  It is easy to sink into the local cafe … Continue reading →

Our long postponed hike to Blaca was worth a thousand times the effort – actually a  lovely 45 minute walk.  This amazing enclave, nestled between the sea and the sky on the hillside of a hidden ravine, was once a … Continue reading →

Contributed with permission by:  Mila Hvilshøj, journalist, wine connoisseur & sailer. Frequent contributor to Total Split, Taste of Croatia and Lonely Planet research. THE GIANT ISLAND OF BRAČ FLOATS ACROSS THE ADRIATIC WATERS FROM SPLIT.   BEYOND ITS AZURE BAYS … Continue reading →