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Thursday, 5 January 2012

Photo Blog: Jelsa in the 19th Cenury

Wonderful shot of Jelsa in the late 19th Century, with thanks to Miquel Hudin from www.vinologue.net
Thursday, 5 January 2012

Giving Birth in Croatia: A Foreign Father's Perspective

Living on an island with no fully-equipped hospital is just one challenge for a foreign father when preparing for childbirth. There is another bigger obstacle: The Father Test
Friday, 9 December 2011

Hvar Evacuation to Egypt: German Invasion (Part 1)

One of the lesser publicised stories of the Second World War, the evacuation of more than 26,000 Dalmatian civilians to the Sinai Desert in Egypt.
Tuesday, 24 March 2015

Top 5 Hvar: The Best Wedding Locations on the Island of Hvar

Looking to get hitched on Hvar? 
Tuesday, 24 March 2015

The Jelsa Pjaca as It Once Was: Great Photos

A look at how Jelsa used to be... 
Thursday, 1 December 2011

Inside and On Top of Vrboska's Fortress Church

One of Dalmatia's most unique buildings, the church fortress in Vrboska dominates the picturesque old town.  But what is it like inside and how are the views from the top?

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