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  • Hotel Peter and Paul in New Orleans

    Hotel Peter and Paul in New Orleans

    Hotel Peter and Paul, a boutique hotel, is the product of a six year, $22 million, restoration project of Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Church and School in Marigny. Steep in New Orleans history, the hotel takes up an entire block comprised of four buildings: a church, convent, rectory, and school. Nathalie Jordi, the developer…

  • Ultimate Guide to Croatia’s Stunning Blue Cave

    Ultimate Guide to Croatia’s Stunning Blue Cave

    Not only is the Blue Cave in Croatia a natural phenomena, but this unique attraction is destined to be one of your vacation highlights. The Blue Cave, known locally as Modra Spilja or Blue Grotto, is a sea cave known for its incredible blue color. Location The Blue Cave is located in a small inlet…

  • Crazy Cool Croatia: Amazing Facts You Didn’t Know!

    Crazy Cool Croatia: Amazing Facts You Didn’t Know!

    Lonely Planet listed Croatia as “Best in Travel 2024”. Besides idyllic islands, sun-kissed shorelines, and historic walled cities, Croatia boasts other interesting facts.  How much do you know about Croatia? Read all about it here. Facts about Croatia’s History · Gladiators Fought in a Colosseum · Although Pula Arena is way less famous than the Colosseum in…

  • The Leading Guide to Croatian Slang

    The Leading Guide to Croatian Slang

    Although it can be tricky, slang is used in every day conversations. It is an integral part of a language and a way to communicate in a relaxed manner with your friends, family, or people you meet while traveling! Learning Croatian slang will help you sound more natural and relatable, especially when talking to locals. You will surely…

  • Basic Phrases in the Croatian Language to Know

    Basic Phrases in the Croatian Language to Know

    When visiting it is helpful and polite to learn a few basic Croatian phrases.

  • 33 Colorful and Imaginative Croatian Pearls of Wisdom

    33 Colorful and Imaginative Croatian Pearls of Wisdom

    Every culture has pearls of wisdom, cliches, proverbs, sayings, idioms. Most classic phrases used by Croatians are rooted in its peasant past and reference nature and animals. Croatian is full of expressions that both confuse and amuse. Here are 33 colorful and imaginative Croatian idioms and phrases. Animals Mi o vuku, a vuk na vrata · We…

  • Everything You Need to Know About Cruising the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia

    Everything You Need to Know About Cruising the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia

    This website uses affiliate links which may earn a commission for purchases at no additional cost to you. Bok! HI! For years friends were whispering about their vacations in Croatia. With each new recap I became more and more enthralled with the country. I spent time researching different itineraries and opted to explore Croatia via…

  • Bakra · Where Locals Go to Grab a Sensational Pizza in Split

    Bakra · Where Locals Go to Grab a Sensational Pizza in Split

    Bakra Pizza is one of the oldest restaurants in Split, tracing its origins back to 1947, although only becoming a pizzeria in 1984. They are located on a small street in the old neighborhood of Toć and near the ferry port of Split. Chef Frane Šerka prepares delicious pizzas from a wood-fired oven, premium steaks,…

  • Gelato Bar Bella in Trogir Offers a Variety of Unique Flavors

    Gelato Bar Bella in Trogir Offers a Variety of Unique Flavors

    Gelato Bar Bella is the popular spot to get your ice cream fix in Trogir, Croatia. Gelato Bar Bella serves fruity favorites like strawberry and mango to creamy hit-the-spot desserts like cheesecake, lady chocolate, and fig & ricotta. They offer flavors you don’t come by often so there is not a chance you won’t find…

  • Anna Maria General Store: A Quick One-Stop Shop for Your Vacation Needs

    Anna Maria General Store: A Quick One-Stop Shop for Your Vacation Needs

    The Anna Maria General Store on Anna Maria Island (AMI) has been the local place to shop since the 1950s. As the name implies the store sells food and a large variety of other products. The Anna Maria General Store is an AMI staple that has been the local place to go for food, drinks,…