So we set foot on Croatian soil for the first time…..the sights as we approached the port were VERY inviting. Another amazing city with history, local crafts and interesting people. The people of Split displayed the best English skills of all the cities we have visited so far. It very much shows why so many people back home say that they love Croatia. I think this is the new go to place for Aussies. The port is right beside the old walled city and for this reason we decided to skip the HOHO bus and just do the whole town on foot. So glad we did as we were able to amble around the alleys and laneways into ancient squares and under arches that were built without the construction equipment that we have today and yet they are strong and sturdy. We meandered the market stalls, observed the fish market, witnessed the embroidery, gazed at stone structures, salivated in the candy stores and complained about the graffiti. All through this trip so far we have seen what we as humans should be disgusted by!!! …. Graffiti on buildings that should be respected….it is such a shame to see this abuse. Each time we stopped to look at a part of this old city we wondered if this part was the “vomiteria” …we overheard a guide explaining to his crowd that in these days long past when feasts were held, people would gorge themselves so much that thy would go and vomit! (gross!) After about 13 000 steps on the Fitbit we headed back to the ship and had a GREAT couple of hours watching the pool deck activities. A couple of “under 3” toddlers were so entertaining as they joined in the Zumba dance lesson and the aerobics class…..that was our people watching for the day! Loved it!

Mrs Always Right