Goodbye Walk From Split, Croatia
I don't know why I didn't post these great photos from last year's HiveFest, Split before... Maybe because I did them on my last day after the official event, on my way to the airport, flying away from my Hive friends... Maybe it was a too painful experience to share before, but I'm ready to share it today with you... Why today? You will find the answer at the end of this post...
So, let's go back to the past and get some of these warm, late summer sun rays... It was 16th September 2024, and my last day in Split, Croatia... I have packed all my stuff and accompanied by @ninaeatshere here, hit the street (or better said the promenade) of the city... We left the apartment and strolled around to see something of the city, as the previous days, most time was spent with other Hivians hanging around in open areas of museums, dungeons, and smokey billiard bars... 😃
In previous days we were always in a hurry to reach the meeting points at a specific time, we would always take the shortest route to the city center... Because of that, we missed 99% of the rest of the city... lol... That's why, this time, we went on a different route, a bit around the city, and we didn't regret that decision!
The morning was perfect... It wasn't too hot, but it was sunny... I did have my fully-packed backpack with me, but I didn't mind that... I was there to enjoy the last moments in Split!
If you don't trust me, look how this little guy enjoyed the sunny day!!!
If you were wondering why Croatia is so strong in water polo, this is probably the answer to your question... They have a water polo "field" in the sea!!! Because pool sucks... 😃
Our walk route went by the busy tourist port of the city... We could see boats ranging from small fishing boats to old sailing boats, new yachts, and ocean liners... There was something for everyone!
When we reached the city, going out without breakfast, we had to find one of the "authentic" bakeries... After checking out a few, I think we nailed one that was perfect... Of course, we had to eat one of the typical (breakfast) meals for the Balkans (and maybe a bit more down to our friends in Turkiye)... This on the plate is burek and it has to go accompanied with a yogurt...
After breakfast, we went to the bar where we had a deal with the owner to pay for our drinks in HBD, so you can see Nina paying the bill with their Keychain wallet!!!
The next stop was another bar/restaurant as some Hivians didn't have the privilege to get up earlier for a "burek", so they were hungry... 😃 I was sitting at the table with the "German gang", while on the other 2 tables were the rest of the crew...
That was my farewell point where I had to say goodbye to my HIVE friends whom I was hanging around for 4-5 days... 😢 Some of them stayed another day and enjoyed a bit more in other's company, but I had my flight that afternoon...
So, I hit the road to the bus station which took me to the airport... As the bus was 105% full, I wasn't able to move, so no photos from that trip... 😂
I got on time, and had almost an hour until my flight which I used to walk around this small airport... Not so small that it can't fit a piano where you can sit and play... Having a pianist at home, I had to take a photo of a random guy playing it... 🙂
First stop, Rome airport... Been there on my way to Split, and did a lot of photos, so this time, I was just sitting and resting...
The second stop is Valencia airport... Home, but still not home... a 1.5-hour car drive to home... That was it... my long walk/flight/bus drive/car drive home... It was an exhausting day, full of emotions, and a bit sad as I left my friends in Split... But...
So, I'm sharing these photos and the "last-day experience" with you as it is much easier to do it now than yesterday, the day before yesterday, or a month ago... Why? Well, I have bought my ticket for the next BIG HIVE MEETUP!!! It is the 2nd #HiveBuzzParty event (last year it was in Hamburg), and it will be held in Graz, Austria! There are a limited amount of tickets and if I'm not wrong, only 10 more are left for grabs!!! The price is only 10 HBD per person, and I wouldn't like to miss some of you, my friends... So hurry up to reserve your spot!!!
You can find more details about this event here, and don't forget to follow the @buzzparty account for future updates!
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Hahaha because we are just like that, so many experiences and things to share that it is difficult to keep up with the posts that we have just lived, but I find it very fun to write about these things when some time has passed and we can talk about it quietly.
By the way, I have yet to review that burek, which I enjoyed a lot thanks to your recommendations, besides, I wanted to eat some other hahaha.
That day we strolled quietly and it turned out to be a wonderful day, I keep thinking that if the event had been the following week, surely we would not have had to change some things, but who would have known.
Hey, I didn't get to bump into that piano the day I left, what a shame, I think it's impossible not to think that's a sign that you're on the right way home :)
I think you are one of the most enthusiastic of the meet ups hahaha more than a comment, you make a post to share your enthusiasm about the next one hahaha that's great, so much excitement already!
I suppose time gives a different perspective and appreciation of those events...
I always remember Amsterdam and the rain that was following us... 😃 So, except for that boat ride, I think we did well in Split... It was a lot of fun!
Hahahaha... Thank you... I suppose... It was a compliment? 🤣
See you in Graz!
You did hangouts with other hivians and i feel good to see it. Well it's a beautiful place as blue makes it more beautiful 🤩 Here some restaurants also take the bills in cryptocurrency too but i think hive isn't so common here but hopefully one day it'll
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Well, it wasn't common for there either... I didn't see places where you can pay by crypto, but some of the Hivians were stubborn and onboarded the guy on HIVE and "made him" accept HBD payments... 😂
Actually some merchants accept payments in crypto but what you said is either good too lol 😂
amazing photos Split is such a beautiful place I was fortunate to visit it a few times
Thanks for joining the Wednesday walk
Have a great day
It is a great place for a vacation! Not sure about living as I suppose it's overcrowded in summer, but for the late summer holidays, perfect! 😍
Thank you for taking care of the community!
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went hard on burek those days in Split? 😂
Hahaaha... Not really... That was the first and the last that I had... But... truth be told, I did try to buy it a day or two before that one... hahahahah 🤣
I found that famous bakery "Pita Materina" 🤣, but they had only cheese pies, and no burek at all! 😃
Btw. Nice to see that you got your BuzzParty ticket! I hope you will make it to Graz!
maybe i remember you mentioning that :D
i didn't know there are only 30 tickets, thought i will make the decision later but... :D the ticket is here :)
Oh friend, these are amazing photos, the shots are so clear. It's exciting to know you're already preparing for the next Hive meet up. Wishing you all the best.
It was a perfect day for a walk! It's a pity that it was the last one, but still, I enjoyed it... Great memories!
Thank you very much! 💜
Ah typical Croatia sea 😅 blue, transparent on the shore, some rocks... Lot of Italians go there for summer... It's a nice advertising being able to pay with hbd tough! Long and tiring trip, 2 planes meh
Yeah, it was nice to be able to pay with HBD... But, I think that the cafe owner used us and raised the prices up... just to cover up the risk of accepting crypto... 😂
Hmm there should be the listing in the shop🤔
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Split it's one of the cities I still haven't visited in Croatia but I saw many post about it here on hive, must be a wonderful place ❤️
It is a wonderful place... If you have a chance, you should pay a visit!
It's nice to be reminded of the lovely time that you, and so many others had in spli!
It was a great meetup and HiveFest! Already aiming for the next one! 😃
That seems like a nice goodbye walk from the Hivefest, at least you can still enjoy the city on your way back home.
Haha nice that you can spot that little lizard enjoying the sun as well.
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Yeah, that was a nice "touch"... But, I'm not an expert like you in taking photos of tiny things... 😂
Your time in Croatia was a very enjoyable one I can see, especially with your Hive friends and... ...a very beautiful City.
It was a great trip and we were blessed with a perfect weather! Especially on the day I had this walk!
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Nice photos of the sea! The water polo one was interesting!
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Thank you very much! I'm glad that you liked them!!
Crystal clear water!
Yes, it was! Some people were swimming in the sea, but it was a bit cold(er) for my taste to jump in the water... 😃
It looks amazing out there and there is so much water from the sea to the pools. That last day sure looked relaxing and I am glad you enjoyed Hivefest.
It was an awesome meetup indeed.
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