12 Things that made me fall in love with Croatia

I have been fortunate to have travelled to many different countries, soaked up cultures,

even the opportunity to live in China, England and now Germany.

There isn't a place that I have visited that I would not want to go back to,
but there are a few that have stolen a piece of my heart forever.

Turkey was the first, my backpacking trip there in my twenties was amazing.

Friendly people, beautiful landscape, the experience of standing on the shores at Gallipoli.

 I have been hankering to get back to Turkey ever since.

Then China, ahhh China. So beautiful, so diverse. From the bright lights 

of Shanghai to the minority groups in Guizhou, the cultures, the food!

I could go back to live in China tomorrow.

Now I have finally discovered Croatia!

A place I have always wanted to visit.

Another piece of my heart goes to this wonderful country.

1. Dubrovnik Old Town, a joy to walk around, soak up the history, culture,
and sample local food.

2. The Walk on the Ancient City Walls of Dubrovnik, the history learned....

...and the views!

3. The Cable Car and the views over Dubrovnik from The Mount of Srdj

4. The stunning Croatian countryside and fresh produce.

5. The history of Croatia, including 'The European Great Wall'

6. The gorgeous fishing villages.

7. The warm, clear, azure blue sea, spectacular to look at, delightful to swim in.

8. The beautiful port, the smell of salt water and wooden boats bobbing in the breeze.

9. The people, laid back and friendly!

10. The food...oh the freshest and sweetest of oysters!

11. The Croatian wine. Superb!

12. The sunsets!

Stay tuned for more of the delights of Croatia.