Mary Novakovich

A new trip from Split makes the most of the stunning coastline and islands with regular stops for swimming, hiking and plenty of seafood

Why you should cruise through Serbia

Seasonal delicacies, regional dishes and award-winning wines make this part of eastern Europe truly stand out.

Croatia’s winemaking history dates back to the ancient Greeks. Here are some of the best tasting spots

Explore the natural wonders, sleepy villages and car-free islands of seven lesser-known regions

The tiny Balkan nation isn’t the first place you’d consider for a ski holiday, but a new British-run operator has put the slopes on the map

Think of Slovenia's Julian Alps and two images often spring to mind -- the fairy-tale sight of Lake Bled and, if you're a winter-sports fan, the ski slopes of Kranjska Gora. But this alpine region tucked into Slovenia's northwestern corner is packed with natural wonders

Big hitters such as Paris, Rouen, Bordeaux and Nice should all be traded in for these wonderful crowd-free alternatives

Harvest is the perfect time to sample cheese, cider and other delicacies on a gastronomic tour of the region

Dugi Otok is a long, thin island in north Dalmatia, with just a handful of hotels and wildly beautiful scenery, worthy of a James Bond movie

A narrowboat novice hops aboard and steers towards Wales

Croatia's tourist honeypot showed its tranquil side during the pandemic

The Ionian island of Paxos is as peaceful as ever