The Dalmatian Coast ( Senj)/ Plitvicka Jezera
Having been woken by torrential rain, I had no preconceived ideas about the coming day apart from the fact that we would be visiting one of Croatia's star attractions, their number one national park ( one of 8), Plivicka Jezera ( jezera meaning lake) . For me, wet or fine, I was sure we were in for a treat! Our 40 minute drive along the start of the Dalmatian Coast was glorious. The rain stopped and the dark clouds over the densely bush- covered mountains looked ominous and yet really beautiful. Our first stop was the little fishing village of Senj. Nothing sensational, but calm and picturesque. The 200 km drive from Opatije to Plitvicka was fantastic. The lush green forest carpeting the hills and valleys is quite breathtakingly vibrant. This, and possibly autumn, must be the best times to visit. As we climbed the winding road to the top of the 800 metre pass , we headed into fog and drizzle, so once again our weather for this all important trip to the park was uncertain. Down in...