Entries filed under 'Croatia'

My Magical Hour Among the Waterfalls of Plitvice National Park

Have you ever had an absolutely gorgeous place all to yourself? I recently returned from a whirlwind 3 weeks in Eastern Europe that included many highlights: the old-world ambiance of Prague, Dubrovnik and Rome. The scenic lakes and mountains of Slovenia. The pastoral countryside of the Czech Republic and Hungary. But there was one magical hour that stands above all that. It happened amid the waterfalls at Plitvice (pronounced pleet-VEET-say) National Park in Croatia. (Plitvice is one stop on ...

Posted by Steve T on June 29, 2012 2:11 PM & Tagged Croatia, Hiking, Plitvice National Park, Travel, solitude and waterfalls | permalink | Comments



Where Will You Go Next?

Where next? Friends often ask me for suggestions when planning their next adventure travel vacation. Travel trends are always changing and the best choices largely depend on a traveler’s personal interests and schedule. Are you looking for world-class hiking with spectacular views? A trip that incorporates a variety of different muscle-powered activities? Your favorite activity combined with cultural immersion? Perhaps you just want to get away for the weekend for a change of scenery and dose ...

Posted by andrewk on April 22, 2010 4:06 PM & Tagged Cambodia, Croatia, Cycling, Everest, Galapagos Islands, Hiking, Laos, Macchu Picchu, REI Adventures, Travel, backpacking, belize, kayaking, nepal, peru, san juan islands, trekking, vacation and yellowstone | permalink | Comments