Croatia

  • The beautiful Istrian coastline

    Pula to Umag. Another scorcher of a day! Sam and I set off pre-dawn to beat the heat. In the cool and quiet we snake our way north along the coast to the beautiful fishing port of Rovinj. We arrive… Continue reading

    The beautiful Istrian coastline
  • A day in Pula

    At the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula lies Pula.  Most noted for its mild and humid climate, people have lived here for over a million years. It is also best known for its many ancient Roman buildings, most famously… Continue reading

    A day in Pula
  • Baptism of Fire

    Muggia to Pula. A mid-summer journey south through the heart of Istria. Day one of a 5-day warm-up before heading to the Alps. I’m trying to temper my excitement and anticipation. The promise of gentler riding, swims in the Adriatic,… Continue reading

    Baptism of Fire