Hi All, Wed June 1- Sat June 4,2005
Found out no ferries on Wed to Korcula, so took a bus later in the day from Dubrovnik. The coastal countryside north from Dubrovnik was spectacular. The bus driver was a real businessman. He knew everyone on break stops on the way, we stopped on hwy at someones house, guy ran out with a bag of mussels, they were later traded for something. Then coolers full of fish...
Korcula was my favorite, again walled city, narrow alleyways, dating back to the 1200's, but incredibly perfect weather, views along the sea wall 30 steps from my pensione. I was greeted by Peter and Lenna, who owned a beautiful place right in the walled city. A "Mr. Wilson" sign, displayed by Peter at the bus station got us connected, people on the bus loved it..a reservation call paid off this time. A historic, incredible stay in the walled city for $15/night.
Went to show one night to see the historical dance of the swordsmen, a dance dating back centuries to the invasion by the Turks, amazing display.
Then took ferry further north to Hvar Island. On board had an increible discussion with 5, 10 and 11 year old school children on a field trip. Croatian children take many extensive field trips each year. At this age they also average about 6 years of english. We laughed over the map spread on my table, they were being my tour guides. They each signed my map, I signed my name for them.
Hvar was interesting, actually stayed in a private home in Stari Grad, 1/2 hour away by bus. Very layed back city, it grew on me. The Croatian People are wonderful.
On to Split, 2nd largest city in Croatia to see Roman emperor Deocleation Palace, then a day trip to Trogir down the coast. These two sites are both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Will be back to you one more time before this amazing trip ends.
Yours in travel,
Bill
Bill Wilson
billwilson@pocketmail.com (While away on travel)
email2bill@cox.net (When home)
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