Baredine cave was, in 1995, the first caves to open for public in Istria. You can go on a 40 minutes long guided tour and see the magical underground wonders of the effect of water on stones and minerals, creating beautiful sculptures. Nature has created here quite an astonishing underground cave, with large 10m high curtains of stalactites where an …
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Dinosaur tracks, wildlife and ancient ruins in National Park Brijuni
We had a great time visiting the beautiful main island of the Brijuni National Park, which consists of one large island (Veli Brijun), a smaller one (Mali Brijun), and 12 small uninhabited islands, located along the south-west coast of Istria. Humans have inhabited the island since the stone age, but before that time, there were dinosaurs and you can find …
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Things to do on the island Hvar
Island Hvar is a magnificent holiday destination, with beautiful beaches, mild climate, lavender fields, and cultural heritage. The island is about 70 km long and is located along the Croatian coast south of the coastal town Split, you can reach the island by ferry. In September the temperature is perfect, not to hot, the nights get cooler and the sea …
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Photo’s from Špancirfest 2016 in Varaždin
Last week I have been to Varaždin to enjoy the activities and view all kind of entertainment during the yearly festival ‘Špancirfest‘, held in the baroque streets and squares of this provincial town. During the warm summer evenings well known Croatian musicians played the big podium near the old town castle. There were many fun activities for children, like a …
Continue readingFestive streetfestival – Špancirfest in Varaždin 19-28.08.16
One of the best known festivals in northern Croatia is the Špancirfest in Varaždin, with ten days of musical performances (see for tickets and program below), free artistic street performances, market stalls with local food products and craft-work, and much, much more. This annual festival is held from Friday 19 ’till Sunday 28 August 2016. The whole centre of Varaždin …
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Experience medieval festival in Koprivnica
Between 25 – August 28, 2016 you can go back in time and experience the Middle Ages in the north-eastern Croatian town of Koprivnica! The annual Renesansni festival takes place just outside the centre of town. A whole area decorated with the Middle Ages as a theme, you can experience traditional crafts, livestock, archery, knight competitions, medieval music and food. …
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Photo’s from Porcijunkolovo 2016 in Cakovec
Last weekend I have been to the folklore event in Čakovec. It was beautiful sunny weather, it was busy and there was much to see! The main street was completely decorated with coloured umbrellas some of them were painted, what made them even more personal. There were old-timer cars, that went for a drive through the region, the change of …
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Island Krk – perfect destination for your sun vacation!
Island Krk is the second largest island in the Adriatic Sea and is situated in the north of Croatia, near the city of Rijeka. The island of Krk has everything for a perfect vacation – sun, sea, many beaches, culture, good food, availability of all sorts of activities and beautiful scenery! I was on Krk last September and the weather …
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Porcijunkulovo 2016 – Folklore & Music festival in Čakovec, Croatia
Next week begins the folklore and music festival Porcijunkulovo in Čakovec, this is the biggest event in the region and takes place annually in late July, this year from Friday July 29th to Wednesday August 3rd. The centre of activity is the northeastern city of Čakovec in the Medjimurje region, about 1 hour drive from the Croatian capital Zagreb. Through …
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Sport and activities in Umag, Istria
Last week I wrote a piece about Dubrovnik, a unique UNESCO town in southern Croatia. Now we go all the way to the north to Umag on the Istrian peninsula. Umag is a very popular tourist destination because Umag has everything to offer for a great holiday. A beautiful tens of kilometres long coastline with a well-kept promenade, ideal for …
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