If you don't believe statistics, it's visible even with a plain look that Split became one of the capitals of Croatian tourism in the last few years. Every next season is getting longer and longer, and more successful than the previous one. Of course, these growth rates are not unlimited, there are boundaries, but let's hope that we didn't come to close to limits. Some would say that Ultra Europe music festival is the one to be grateful. Some (me, among others) believe that world finally ... More

There are lot of important Croatian artists, just like there are lot of great people in any other field. However, it's hard to find a name that would draw an attention of global passengers like Ivan Mestrovic. No doubt, Mestrovic belongs to whole Croatia, but his presence in Split is so important that it's really hard to miss him while visiting this town. Mestrovic Gallery and nearby Kastilac or Kastelet were and are always one of the cornerstones of a city tour, almost as important as the ... More

Is it possible to enjoy anything for free in a tourist city like Split? Of course it is. Not only it's possible, but also brings special kind of experience and in some cases takes you even closer to a local spirit and way of life. Of course, eventually you will end up somewhere with a nice dish or a glass of wine, or visit a museum or some of landmarks with paid admission. Let's try to put up a list of top five freebies you might find and enjoy in Split, not only this part of the year but also ... More

One of the most often queries visitors usually ask is when to visit some destination. There were probably hundreds of occasions when - either privately or as a guide - I had to explain what's the best part of the year to arrive in Split, and my suggestion is usually always the same; a springtime. In about a month the whole city will bloom, weather will get better, we will easily forget about a rain of freezing winds. Pretty soon we will even dare to swim, and city markets will burst in seasonal ... More

One of the nicest memories I have from a childhood is my grandmother's kitchen in Easter time. Actually, is there anyone in Dalmatia - or anywhere else - who don't have similar memory? Main reason in my case, or in Split's case is called sirnica (pron. like seernytsah). Anyone here will know what is it, traditional sweet cake-bread with sugar sprinkled on top. To those who speak some Croatian, this pastry's name might be confusing. Sirnica would usually mean something made of, or filled with ... More

There is one thing you need to know about Split. Wherever you look, or step, you will find something that deserve (or at least locals think it deserves it) being described with a sentence beginning with "the most..." And than goes "beautiful", "oldest", "famous", whichever epithet comes to mind. In this race for greatness, however, the one can find somewhat strange extremes. Let's say, church of Saint Martin. It's a hidden gem, tiny church set inside the ... More

Croatia is proud on its cuisine. Dalmatia is especially proud for being a part of Mediterranean gastronomy. After all, Croatia is one of countries which are part of Mediterranean diet, listed as UNESCO protected intangible world heritage. And yet, pretty much whole Mediterranean, including Dalmatia, including Split shares only one flavour during Christmas festivities. It's a codfish. Just pass through any Dalmatian town or village in these days, and take a deep breath. From every home or ... More

No matter if it's a full season or not, Split vicinity has so much to offer, it just invites you to explore it on some day trip. Naturally, during the summer choices are easy; enjoying sea is just too tempting. However, even in this part of the year Dalmatia's climate makes easily possible any attempt to explore natural and historical heritage which is hidden from the islands to the inland Dalmatia. Options are literally endless. You can be a mountain lover, and start your ascend to Kozjak, ... More

There is nothing special about seeing flowers on sale around market in Split, but these days there is a difference. Not only market, and not only in Split; streets of Dalmatian and Croatian cities are flooded with chrysanthemums. It is usual picture in days before November, 1, All Saints' Day, or Day of the Dead in local tradition. On this occasion most of the people will pay tribute to their beloved ones who passed away, to lay flowers and remember them. Cemeteries will be glowing with ... More

Few days ago some young foreign couple rented an apartment in my neighbourhood, and since couldn't find a place where they were supposed to spend their vacation, they stopped me for assistance. We got into a conversation, and since rain just started at one point they asked me inevitable question: "what can we do in Split these days?" Fortunately for them, weather got better very same day, and they probably enjoyed some Indian summer swimming. In a meantime, autumn did arrive to Split, ... More