Tranquility---Hvar and Paklinski Islands

So today's adventure was all about GORGEOUS weather (no clouds in sight) and a speedboat ride for about an hour to cross from Split to the luxurious resort island of Hvar.  Hvar is well known to the rich and famous, many of whom have visited often for the crystalline pure waters and the magnificent weather.  Hvar has more days of sun then any other place in Croatia!  The harbor is covered with beautiful sailing yachts and Luxury yachts!  It is no wonder the rich and famous love this ancient island of Hvar.  It dates from the Romans in 500 AD who founded the area.  But the fort on the top of the town was built in Roman times and later the area was very influenced by the Venicians who occupied the island from the 13th - 17rh century.  There is not a lot to talk about today, because today was all about the "view!"

Lunch was on a VERY tiny island named Palmvista.  There were topless sunbathers on the rocky path that led to the restaurant.  The guys had a difficult time navigating the rocky pathway to the restaurant, need I explain?   There are no sand beaches on the island.  It's a very rocky shore.  But there is great snorkeling because of the clarity of the water.  They do sell a very thin blow-up mat so you can bear to lay down on the rocks for your suntan!  

For those interested in the saga of Tom's hand, it has improved ever so slightly.  We started him on an antibiotic this morning, so we'll see if the hand responds.  If not, another Dr. perhaps in Dbrovnik.  Bill, Barb and Tom climbed ALL THOSE steps to the top of the fort so I can take no credit for photos from the fort.  Those are the ones Bill took.  

While they were struggling up the stairs to the fort, I made terrific use of my time by exploring fabulous artisan shops!  😎. 

We will miss our terrific and fun guide, Sanda Davidovic!  She has educated and entertained us in our three days in Split!  

Off to Dbrovnik tomorrow.

Leaving Slpit.

Crystal clear water.  

This is in the harbor looking down from the dock..

The square in Hvar. 

Lunch on Palinski Island

Lunch on Palmvista...

Our amazing guide, Sanda!  Thank you!