Although I don’t consider myself an extremely active traveler, every year I try to fill my calendar with as much travel as possible, and 2024 was an exciting one. It was full of new sights and ticking off bucket-list sites, of solo, coupled and group unforgettable adventures. I’ve become a pro at squeezing travel into weekends and holidays.
I have to say that travel for me is not about counting cities and countries – it’s about learning, growing, and connecting with the world in a way that keeps my curiosity alive.
Here’s a look at how my 2024 unrolled and how each trip brought its own unique story and lessons, reminding me why I love exploring Europe and, my home, Croatia.
I had to split this post into 4 parts because when I started adding photos, I realized my plan wasn’t sustainable. Read more:
Work-related travel
My profile says I work as an educator. I work at a secondary school in Croatia, and coordinate Erasmus+ projects, meaning I follow student groups on mobilities and attend structured training courses abroad. The destinations were:
Málaga, Spain (January)
Helsinki, Finland, Tallinn, Estonia and Warsaw, Poland (March)
3) Faro, Portugal (May)
4) Gdansk, Poland (November)
1) Málaga, Spain (January)
This was my second visit to Málaga, and I have to say this one made me fall in love with the city. The city is brimming with visitors even in January which is why it was easy to find a restaurant whenever we wanted. After the siesta, of course. The weather was wonderful, and the city has so much to offer.
For history lovers, Alcazaba is a must. It’s a well-preserved Moorish fortress built in the 11th century by the Hammudid dynasty, perched on a hill overlooking the city and the Mediterranean Sea. It was strategically designed with a series of defensive walls, gateways, and towers, showcasing advanced Islamic military architecture. The Alcazaba is connected to the city’s Roman Theatre, blending Roman and Moorish influences in its construction.
If you’re interested in more things Moorish, read this post of mine on the Mezquita-Catedral of Córdoba.
