Click here for more from our Croatia vacation series! It’s no secret that Dubrovnik in the summer is HOT. Sightseeing in Old Town is a must, but it will undoubtedly make you want to jump into the clear blue waters of the Aegean for a break from the heat. When planning your itinerary, be sure…
Click here for more from our Croatia vacation series! Dubrovnik is usually at the top of everyone’s list on a trip to Croatia. This city on the Adriatic Sea may be small, but it’s one of the top tourist destinations on the Mediterranean. What makes Dubrovnik so appealing is its Old Town still protected by…
After a few days in Split, we took the ferry to our last stop of the trip, Dubrovnik. I was excited to stay at the Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik because of its location just outside of Dubrovnik’s Old Town near the entrance at the Pile Gate. The hotel was built as the Grand Hotel Imperial in…
Even though I hate Southwest’s boarding process, they’ll always be my preferred airline for one reason: the Companion Pass! With the Southwest Companion Pass, your travel companion can fly for free for a minimum of a year. All you have to do is pay the taxes! My husband and I always make sure one of…
Click here for more from our Croatia vacation series! Split was our second stop in Croatia after flying into Zagreb and visiting Plitvice Lakes. While we had two full days to explore, only part of our time was actually spent in Split itself. That’s because Split makes for a great home base for visiting the…
When visiting Croatia, I knew I wanted to visit some of the islands off the coast of Split, but I was afraid our trip wasn’t long enough to do so. While we didn’t have enough time to spend the night on an island like Hvar, a day trip to the islands ended up being even…
It can be hard to think about travel during a time like this. However, there’s no harm in thinking about where you might want to go when things settle down. In fact, now might be the best time to book a hotel. Why’s that? Due to COVID-19, hotel brands like Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt are…
It wouldn’t be a trip to Croatia without spending some time on the water. If you find yourself with extra time in Split or Trogir, you shouldn’t think twice about booking a tour to Croatia’s Blue Cave. This waterlogged sea cave located on the island of BiĊĦevo is known for a trick of light that…
If you’re staying in Split and have a free afternoon, Trogir is a wonderful city to visit. You might forget where you are once you set foot in this historic town known for its Venetian architecture. While there aren’t a ton of sights to see in Trogir, it’s the perfect place to have a drink…
Split is a great jumping-off point for visiting Croatia’s many islands, but it’s worth setting aside some time to visit Split itself. While it’s Croatia’s second largest city, the tourist area isn’t huge. Make sure to give yourself about a day or so for sightseeing. Here are the top things to do in Split, Croatia.…
