Destinations
Rovinj and Groznjan
It's a pleasant three-and-a- half drive from Zagreb to Rovinj. Little did we know that the region has summer storms like those that we experienced growing up in Africa. When we reached the peak of a mountain before descending into…
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Montpellier – France
On arrival in Montpellier, we were greeted by its impressive 18th-century Aqueduct, constructed in the style of ancient Roman aqueducts. Tuesdays are market day in Montpellier when vendors set up their stalls beneath the archways of the Aqueduct, creating a…
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NÎMES – FRANCE
Little advertised and seldom spoken of, we had no idea what to expect of Nîmes. We chose it as a base for our three-week stay in the south of France because of its proximity to so many of France's most…
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Begur and the Costa Brava
Having never heard of Begur, I had no idea that we were in for a treat when we climbed the winding medieval stone lane that leads from the parking lot to Plaϛa Sant Pere de Begur. The church towers over…
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Olot – Castellfollit de la Roca – Monells
Olot, Castellfollit de la Roca, and Monells are three charming towns (villages) with a Medieval history. OLOT Although Olot has Medieval roots, it suffered significant damage from earthquakes in the early 15th century, which ultimately led to a positive outcome:…
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