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The Tourist Dilemma: Krka or Plitvice?

Posted on March 11, 2022 by Igor Kocelj

Visitors of Split, Croatia are often faced with a dilemma: Which day tour to pick: Krka Waterfalls or Plitvice Lakes? As a Tour guide I get that question a lot. Getting both tours may not always be possible. Either you have just one day available, or you have other issues. Here are some hints to help you make the choice between visiting two Croatian national parks: Krka and the Plitvice Lakes:
Krka is closer to Split, requires less walking and may be accesible even to people in wheelchairs. Visiting Plitvice Lakes requires a certain level of physical fitness and more time.
Both Krka and Plivice Lakes national parks are stunningly beautiful. However, there is a reason why the UNESCO awarded Plitvice Lakes the title of a World Heritage of Nature site.
If possible, take both tours. If not, come back next year, and do the other one.

Is The White House Really Made Of Croatian Limestone?

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Igor Kocelj

Croatia abounds in high-quality limestone. Many Croatians, and foreigners likewise, believe that the White House in Washington D.C. was made of the fine white stone from the island of Brač, Croatia. Is this true?
NO. No part of the White House was made of Croatian stone. Sorry.
Croatian limestone is an amazing building material, chosen by famous sculptors and architects.
A piece of Croatian limestone is a truly authentic souvenir of Croatia.

Are Tourists Safe In Croatia? Is Split Safe To Walk At Night?

Posted on November 4, 2020 by Igor Kocelj

Croatia is one of the safest counties in the world
Split is considered to be a relatively safe place
Nonetheless, on average, one out of 4,000 tourists gets attacked in Split, mostly at night
By following some simple steps, you can increase your feeling of safety in Split

Budget-Friendly DIY Boat&Beach Tour From Split Or Trogir

Posted on October 25, 2020May 12, 2021 by Igor Kocelj

Finding a perfect beach in Split or in Trogir may be challenging. Either you have to walk much, or ride on a stuffy bus, or find parking (mission impossible), or get stuck in traffic, or pay much, only to end up at a super crowded beach.
However, there is an inexpensive, stress-free, fulfilling, short, safe and easy option you can go for instead, a perfect sweet spot: DISCOVER the beaches of SLATINE ON THE ISLAND OF ČIOVO!

Do-It-Yourself Truly Croatian Souvenirs From Croatia

Posted on October 18, 2020October 18, 2020 by Igor Kocelj

Are you looking for something to take back from Croatia? Something cheap, original, authentic, and truly Croatian? Here’s a list of DIY Croatian souvenirs:make your own Adriatic Sea salt
find coloured glass pebbles
search for small driftwood sculptures
pick pieces of Croatian limestone

Are There Sharks In Croatia?

Posted on October 6, 2020May 5, 2021 by Igor Kocelj

There are around 30 species of sharks in Croatia
In the past 150 years, 9 people were killed by sharks. The last attack happened in 2008.
Although the probability of a shark attack in Croatia is really insignificant, you may take some precautions anyway.

Discover Slatine – A Higgledy-Piggledy Village On The Island Of Čiovo

Posted on September 18, 2020May 12, 2021 by Igor Kocelj

Although I have lived in Slatine for 8 years now, not until recently did I realise how fascinating this place was. Away from restaurants, beaches and holiday homes, the village of Slatine on the island of Čiovo manages to defy modern tourism and maintain an authentic charm. Just couple of hours ago I returned from…

Why Are Plitvice Lakes Really So Turquoise?

Posted on September 15, 2020October 10, 2020 by Igor Kocelj

Fine floating particles absorb and scatter sunlight in ways that can give water a striking blue-green, or turquoise, colour.
These particles, which come into existence by means of a fascinating natural process, consist of minerals and algae.
In a well coordinated play of nature, the deposits of these particles eventually form barriers, or dams, creating lakes and waterfalls
The lakes and waterfalls actually perpetuate the creation of the fine particles, amplifying the entire process.

Things To Do In Trogir (For Free)

Posted on August 28, 2020 by Igor Kocelj

Here are some reasons to add Trogir, one of the most beautiful towns in Croatia,to your travel plans, especially if you are staying in Split or Šibenik. 1. Travel Through The Fantastic Medieval Universe You cannot miss it. The most prominent church in Trogir is the Cathedral of St. Lawrence (or St. John, as locals…

Are There Herbs That May Kill Viruses?

Posted on August 21, 2020November 11, 2020 by Igor Kocelj

I love herbal medicine. At the onset of 2020 health crisis I wondered: “Do I know of herbs growing in Croatia that may be able to cure viral infections?” I did some research and, among many, I came up with these two herbs:
Rockrose (bušin in Croatian, or Cistus spp.)
Olive Leaf (list masline in Croatian, or Olea Europea leaf)