Tag Archives: Croatia

Croatian Klapa – A Soulful Tradition

Posted on September 29, 2010 by

When I am feeling deadened by the toll of fibro on my body and weighed down by all the obligations of life, I fall back into the comfort and inspiration of music. Today, I broke my latest writer’s block with … Continue reading →

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Eating Healthy on the Road

Posted on March 17, 2010 by

I have been asked repeatedly since returning from Eastern Europe how I managed to eat healthy while traveling. Often with a tone of incredulity, as if healthy eating and travel are oxymorons. At first I was baffled by this response, especially … Continue reading →

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The art of souvenir hunting

Posted on February 3, 2010 by

This morning, as I reached for my lotion bottle to soothe my chapped hands, I found myself once again in Italy. Specifically, the small grocery store on Venice’s Strada Nuova. Instead of the snow-covered streets of Wisconsin, I stood in the aisles … Continue reading →

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Next Batch of Photos

Posted on October 30, 2009 by

I have added even more photos – imagine that! This time for Mostar, Bosnia and Split, Croatia.

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Dubrovnik Photos Added

Posted on October 29, 2009 by

I have added a second batch of photos, this time from Dubrovnik, Croatia. Enjoy! More to come…

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Living, Breathing Roman City

Posted on September 26, 2009 by

I am about to say goodbye to Split, Croatia, the second largest city in the country. It is unlike any place I´ve ever visited. The city grew up out of the palace of a Roman emperor called Diocletian. The meandering … Continue reading →

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A Culinary Tour

Posted on September 23, 2009 by

By popular demand, I am going to share a little about all the food and restaurants I have been experiencing. I have tried everything from picnics to waterside seafood cafes. The food is excellent; I am eating very well. In … Continue reading →

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Joys and Frustrations of Travel

Posted on September 22, 2009 by

I´ve been remiss in updating, but the last three days have been a roller coaster of experiences. So much to share, so little time! I am currently in Croatia, but I really did not want to leave Slovenia. I am … Continue reading →

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