From Roman ruins to island escapes, here are the best things to do in Split, Croatia in just a day or two. Draped along the Adriatic Sea with Roman bones and Mediterranean soul, Split was once the retirement home of a Roman emperor, and today it’s a sun-drenched blend of living history, bustling cafes, and a gateway to everything fr[...]
From heritage hideaways to modern beachfront retreats, here are the best hotels in Split, Croatia. Split might be one of Croatia’s oldest cities, but when it comes to places to stay, it’s anything but stuck in the past. From centuries-old palaces transformed into heritage hotels to sleek, glass-fronted resorts with rooftop pools,[...]
From hidden konobas to upscale bistros, here are the best restaurants in Split, Croatia, for authentic food and unforgettable meals. Split might be the gateway to Croatia’s island-dotted coast, but don’t mistake it for just a jumping-off point. Spend even a day here and you'll see — Split is a destination in its own right, espec[...]
Discover the best restaurants in Hydra, Greece—where bold flavors, local traditions, and standout settings come together in one seriously satisfying island dining scene. Hydra might be small—car-free, cliff-framed, and with just one proper town to its name—but don’t let its size fool you. This island punches way above its weig[...]
The ultimate guide to restaurants in Bari, Italy — from seafood staples to hidden local gems and must-try regional dishes from a Puglia local. Bari is one of those cities that rewards you if you know where to look — a little rough around the edges, full of character, and packed with seriously good food. As the capital of Puglia a[...]
Experience Hydra’s creative soul with this curated guide to the best things to do in Hydra, Greece, including the best art spots, hidden swims, design stays, and slow moments. Hydra is one of those rare places that manages to feel both effortlessly stylish and refreshingly underdone. Just a short ferry from Athens, it has long attra[...]
Swim, sunbathe, and escape to the best beaches in Hydra, Greece—from local swim spots to remote, boat-accessed coves. Hydra’s appeal lies in its deliberate simplicity—no cars, no airports, and no overdevelopment. It’s long been a hideaway for artists, writers, and now, a new wave of fashion insiders and creatives who appreciat[...]
Find out where to stay in Hydra with my curated list of the best hotels in Hydra, Greece. A siren of the Saronic Gulf, Hydra has long lured aesthetes, writers, and wanderers to its sun-splashed shores. With its stone mansions stacked like a Cubist dream above a horseshoe harbor, and donkeys clip-clopping along narrow lanes where cars[...]
Find out what it's like staying at Mandraki Beach Resort, Hydra, Greece. Of all the places I’ve stayed in Greece, none have felt quite as cinematic—or secluded—as Mandraki Beach Resort on Hydra. Tucked into a quiet cove on an island famously free of cars and clocks, Mandraki, one of the island's three 5-star hotels, is the kind[...]
Wondering where to stay in Hvar island? From glamorous harbor hotels to hidden coastal villas, here's your ultimate guide to the island’s best bases. If there’s one place in Croatia that truly lives up to the hype, it's Hvar Island. With its crystalline coves, lavender-scented hillsides, and a glittering harbor packed with yachts,[...]