Category: Croatia
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Komiža, Vis: Savoring the Off-Season Charms of One of Croatia’s Most Remote Islands
A serene winter visit to Komiža on Croatia’s Vis Island reveals crashing waves, enchanting stone architecture, and the peaceful daily rhythm of local fishermen.
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Photo du Jour: A “Stunt Squirrel” Takes on a Croatian Forest
On Croatia’s Sveti Petar Peninsula, a fearless Eurasian red squirrel pauses in the treetops of Makarska for a playful Photo du Jour.
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Brač, Croatia: Hunting for Hercules in a Roman Quarry
Off the beaten path on Brač island, Croatia, we explore the historic Roman limestone quarry of Rasohe to find an ancient relief of Hercules carved into stone.
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A Sanctuary for the Lovable and Threatened Donkeys of Split, Croatia
Volunteers in the coastal city of Split, Croatia are dedicated to saving the country’s remaining donkey population.
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Around the World in 18 Barbers’ Chairs
Take a tour of traditional barber shops as Shawn gets his hair trimmed. From Bulgaria and Malta to Thailand and Vietnam, discover how local culture and grooming traditions intersect around the world.
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Sculpting Tomorrow’s Artisans: The Stonemason School in Pučišća, Croatia
On Croatia’s Brač Island, Shawn and I go behind the scenes at the Pučišća Stonemason School to see centuries-old limestone carving traditions alive today.
