Heading south from Slovenia it was an easy border entry into Croatia by bus. I spotted an idyllic little town researching the best beaches in Croatia – Primosten – located about 60K north of Split. Scored a seaside apartment in old town located on a small peninsula, attached to the mainland by a narrow causeway, and landed in nirvana the next day. 

There are no museums in Primosten. People come to relax, swim and to enjoy savory seafood. I discovered winding nooks and crannies in old town and marveled at the ocean views from my window and front yard on the sea. 

Beautiful stone houses with painted shutters are stacked on the small peninsula.

Magnificent views are found from the church and cemetery atop of the hill.

Boats are plentiful, BIG and glide effortlessly by my personal perch entering and exiting the harbor.

Cliff edge and seaside restaurants serve mouth-watering seafood.

And swimming beaches abound, all within 15mins of my apartment. Often called the seaside village of beaches, you’ll find resort style beaches with sunchairs and umbrellas, secluded FKK nude beaches and the infamous Mala Raduca beach – voted one of the top ten beaches in Croatia.

I can’t decide which swimming hole to dive into each day – so I swim twice a day: once in the morning and again before happy hour = because I am happy here! The worries of the world become non-existent.

Walking the coastal pathway I met my soul sister cleaning fish in the sea and immediately struck up a conversation.

And then the bonus surprise – I wake up, walk into the town square and they are set up for the third stage of the Tour of Croatia beginning at 12noon. Cycling teams from all over Europe have arrived. A cycling nirvana also!!! Team buses and cars, high-end, sleek bikes and riders everywhere.

What more can this woman want?

Well, a pedicure and seaside massage, which I enjoyed also!