In Split our visit was primarily centered on Diocletian’s Palace. We entered through the Silver Gate and walked to the Peristyle (main) Square where Anna, our local guide, related stories from the centuries about the Palace and its creator.
MoreWe arrived in the morning on Saturday, May 12th. It was a lovely day, warm and sunny. We sailed into Sibenik for our trip to a small family farm. We were bound for Burnji, a local Dalmatian village, for a taste of grappa and a snack. We began our journey at sea level and followed […]
MoreWe arrived at the island town of Korcula . . , . . . a little after lunch. The day was wonderfully sunny and warm with a pleasant breeze. Here are a few photos taken from our balcony as we were docking.
MoreOur cruise began when we boarded Le Lyrial Thursday afternoon upon our return from Burano.
MoreFrom Murano we took a 20 minute boat ride to Burano. As the day wore on the weather started to change and by the time we arrive the sun was starting to peek through the clouds and began warming the day. Unlike Murano, the houses and buildings on Burano were very colorful. Here is a […]
MoreOn Thursday, May 10th, we got up early, finished packing so our luggage could be picked up by 8am, and then went to breakfast on the hotel terrace. I took a couple of last minute photos. Take a look. After breakfast, we checked out of the Danieli for trips to Murano, in the morning, and […]
MoreOur local guide, Barbara, works and lives in Venice. She is one of the fortunate ones who still actually resides in the heart of the city. She was exceedingly knowledgeable and, even more important, very nice. After our gondola ride, I asked her for a recommendation of dinner. When I ask a “local” for a […]
MoreWe had a couple of destinations in mind for our afternoon. We were making up for missing so much time yesterday. Our trek began by crossing the Rialto Bridge. Here are a couple of shots of that area and from the bridge. Then a stop for a piece of pizza at MuroVenezia, a pleasant sidewalk […]
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