Hugging the coast road between Rovinj and Pula. Our first stop was Cistern Beach. The water cistern; Kathleen is standing where the filter would have been. Anyone with a quarry pond can tell you that if you let your dog paddle around in the pond, the scum is kept in check. Right, mom? Cistern beach … Continue reading The Road Between
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The Wind and Waves
Before we left Belgrade, the kids told us what they were most looking forward to on this trip. Josh wanted to chill along the Adriatic, and Kathleen was looking forward to visiting a castle on the interior of Istria. The castle visit could only be done on a Sunday, so we had one full day … Continue reading The Wind and Waves
Rovinj
Rovinj at sunrise Drive west from Belgrade and stop before you run into the Adriatic, and you will find yourself in the Croatian province of Istria. Croatia's entire coastline is known for its dramatic scenery and incredible history. While Split and Dubrovnik are more popular with tourists, Rovinj was recommended to us for its beauty … Continue reading Rovinj
Saint Sava Cathedral
If you could tell the history of Serbia in buildings, you might begin and end at Saint Sava Cathedral. Saint Sava was instrumental in establishing the Eastern Orthodox Church in what is now Serbia, and the eponymous cathedral, still under construction, is not only a testament to Serbia's religion, but also its fiercely independent spirit. … Continue reading Saint Sava Cathedral