Family Roots in Croatia: An Ancestral Journey to Hvar

Church records used to trace family ancestry in Croatia

A true story of ancestry, migration, and rediscovery on the island of Hvar A personal journey to the island of Hvar to trace family roots in Croatia. Through research, local records, and meeting distant relatives, Tim B. reconnects with his great-grandfather’s home and understands why his family left Croatia generations ago. When a Journey Becomes … Read more

How to Visit Blaca Hermitage from Hvar or Split (Travel Guide)

Blaca Hermitage on the island of Brač is one of the most unusual places in Dalmatia — but visiting it requires some planning.Below you’ll first find practical information (how to reach it, hiking difficulty, and transport from Hvar or Split), followed by the story and history of the monastery itself. Visiting Blaca Hermitage – Quick … Read more