Croatia - Saving the best for last

After five and a half weeks on the road we landed in Croatia, the final destination of our European adventure. It's hard to compare any of the locations we visited because they all had different attributes that made them unique but Croatia might be our favorite. One of the attractions that helped sway our vote was Plitvice National Park. It is a popular tourist destination for a reason; crystal clear waters teaming with fish, waterfalls rushing from over cliffs from one lake to the next, and a ferry boat ride that lets you glide across an enchanting lake. Pictures don't do it justice but we will try to share the breathtaking awe of this beautiful park.

After walking through that you will definitely work up an appetite and there is no better place to eat than Croatia. The local food is amazing and there is such a wide variety in style depending on your location. Seafood is the star anywhere along the coast and "under the bell" is a popular cooking style inland. The wine - oh - oh - oh the wine, it's great! The best part - you can find local, seasonal dishes in most places.

After you've eaten your meal it is a good idea to go relax by the beach. What better way to do this than to island hop. There are many options but we chose to take the high speed ferry and stay on different islands starting from the mainland at Split, then to Bol, Mljet, and ending back on the mainland in Dubrovnik.

Split from ferry dock

Olive trees with peekaboo view of Zlatni Rat

Drinks at one of the many beach establishments in Bol

St. Mary Island in Mljet National Park

View from the monastery

Fort Lovrijenac

View from the wall

Nightlife in Dubrovnik

We are so grateful for the ability to go on such an amazing journey. It was the trip of a lifetime from beginning to end, and we are glad Croatia was the last stop on our expedition.