Meet Me in Mljet | Croatia

The Benedictine monks who settled on Mljet in the 12th century knew a good thing when they saw it. Their monastery still stands on the islet of St. Mary on the Great Lake (Veliko Jezero) within the National Park at the north of the island. You can explore via the numerous hiking trails and mountain bikes are easy to rent on arrival. If you travel … Continue reading Meet Me in Mljet | Croatia

No “Ston” Unturned in Croatia

Salt and Oysters – what could be better.  If you drive an hour from Dubrovnik, you reach the towns of Ston and Mali Ston on the Pelješac peninsula.  The two communities are connected by a seven kilometer wall that dates to the 15th century when it was the second line of defense for the Republic of Ragusa. The salt flats in Ston (each named for a different saint)  t … Continue reading No “Ston” Unturned in Croatia

A Thousand Words

I snapped this pic at the fabulous Torvehallerne market in Copenhagen.  I guess it’s only fair that native son Hans Christian Anderson said it best!  If you have a chance to visit Copenhagen (and it should be on everyone’s list), be sure to spend some time at Torvehallern.  The Coffee Collective, arguably the best coffee bar in Copenhagen is here, along with a vast array of specialty food … Continue reading A Thousand Words

Hello World!

To know me is to know I love to travel, eat and take photos, although not always in that order.  I love sharing my experiences and pictures.  In the past two years, I have had the extreme good fortune to travel to some amazing places.  travelmagnolia  will feature images of the people and places along with my personal impressions and recommendations. This watermelon vendor was … Continue reading Hello World!