Category Croatia

Exploring the Quirky Museums of Zagreb, Croatia

Best Museums Zagreb Hangovers

Admittedly, I’m not much of a museum person. When traveling, I prefer to spend my time outside, learning of a place’s history through interactions with locals. However, if there’s one place where I’ve prioritized hitting up a museum or two,…

How to Get to Stiniva Beach in Vis, Croatia

Stiniva Beach Vis Island Croatia

If you’re visiting Croatia’s islands, Stiniva Beach on the island of Vis should find itself on your itinerary. This beautiful, unique beach is one of the most picturesque beaches in Croatia. Stiniva is tucked behind a narrow gap between two…

Croatia Tipping Culture: Do You Need to Tip?

Zagreb Croatia Ban Jelacic Square

Reading up on tipping culture is important for travelers, especially in a country like Croatia where tourism has boomed and service expectations may have changed as a result. Tipping etiquette in Croatia differs based on the type of service, whether…

Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Croatia?

Split Croatia Water

When traveling to somewhere as beautiful as Croatia, you don’t want your visit spoiled by getting sick. In some countries, drinking bad tap water is a quick way to derail a trip. With that in mind, many travelers wonder if…

How to Hike Medvednica to Sljeme Peak in Zagreb

Medvednica Mountain near Zagreb (Sljeme Peak Hike)

Zagreb might not be able to compete with the gorgeous seaside settings along Croatia’s coastline, but the city does boast the impressive Medvednica Mountain. With plenty of hiking and biking trails, Medvednica is a convenient escape for anyone visiting Zagreb…

How to Get From Budapest to Croatia

Looking at St. Stephen's Basilica Budapest

Getting from Budapest to Croatia is a bit more difficult than you might expect, especially considering how good public transport is in Budapest. The train network in Croatia and Hungary (outside of Budapest) isn’t incredibly well-developed, leaving many to wonder…

Is Croatia Cheap or Expensive to Visit?

Vis, Croatia

About 15 years ago, Croatia was well-known for being one of the best value destinations across Europe. There weren’t too many more affordable places in Europe to visit that offered all of stunning coastlines, secluded islands, good tourism infrastructure and…

Why Vis Is the Best Island to Visit in Croatia

Vis Croatia Getting Around by Scooter Island Views

It’s easy to get overwhelmed and indecisive when trying to figure out which Croatian island to visit. Since this is a country with 48 inhabited islands to theoretically choose from, how do you narrow down your options? If you Google…