BEST Road Ever! | Croatian Split Hole | P2T EP09

The nineth installment of my 5000 mile solo road trip to the Balkans on board the mighty BMW R1250 GS Adventure.
In this episode I find the best road ive ever ridden and end up in disappointment as Split is not what i expected - sorry if you live there, maybe i need to re-visit!
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[@franklinwilkerson2061]

I love the end where you're walking down the promenad complaining about the town and feeling lonely while several cuties are frantically waving at YOUR camera. Precious.

[@FIGHTTHECABLE]

He was walking the wrong way!

[@kuhndj67]

I think he needs to start live streaming these walks so we can all scream at him to turn the hell around and potentially turn a $hitty night into a very interesting one...

[@segapc1994]

@@kuhndj67 twitch plays Baron

[@mattie_world]

it really summed up the entire last portion of the video tbh

[@JOEJHN]

They were insta hoes who wanted to be on a stream. He did well to avoid them.

[@whitedrguy6503]

Just a tip for you Poms, don’t just ride in a T-shirt when it is hot wear a jacket, not just for safety but it actually keeps you cooler, your body has to sweat and once it gets to 35 C, you want less heat hitting your body, wind burn is worse than sun burn. Wear lighter colours, anything but black and carry a bottle of water to tip down your neck to keep your base layer wet, or soak your base layer in water at every opportunity, evaporative cooling is the secret. Years of riding in an Australian summer taught me the hard way, keep hydrated.

[@smokeybarr]

Great shout 👍

[@benllewelyn98]

Great recommendations, my issue is with my skin issues staying dry is super important or I'll be itching and covered in rashes within an hour

[@dinxsy8069]

Wind burn? Isn't that sun burnt but in the wind without knowing you are getting burnt so don't know the severity of it.

[@benllewelyn98]

@@dinxsy8069 you can get wind burn on a cloudy overcast day I've had it on the top of the mountain at the TT with not one but of sun

[@whitedrguy6503]

@@dinxsy8069 wind burn is like turning on a fan forced oven, it just cooks you quicker than just the sun, you can get wind burn on a cloudy day if the air is hot enough, it basically dries your skin out. You have to take into account that your natural body temperature is around 35 C, so if the outside temperature is higher it will have no cooling effect at all.

[@johnybee4185]

I adore Croatia, for whatever reasons, not necessary to list them here. For anyone that is planning to visit (I usually go once / twice a year), stick to the small towns and ... resorts? Hotel resorts, near towns, not in them. Food is usually great everywhere, especially coast restaurants. These are my experiences, I guess it might not be the same everywhere. ------ If you stay in small towns, go for apartments, you can talk to the owner, they might even invite you to a family dinner and all that, it can be a super pleasant experience, small talk, info, recommendations... ------ Hotel resorts near the towns, usually secluded, they got their own services, private beaches, restaurants, cafes, and secure parking. Plus if you want to visit the city, it's nearby. ------ If you want to see a larger city, the historic centers are good destinations. I'd still use the above-mentioned options for accommodation.

[@thecommentator6694]

I've always wanted to go to Croatia, and being a Brit myself it wouldn't be unlikely that I would choose Split as Chris did, assuming it will be a nice place. Unfortunately as he says, when the tourism industry does nothing but milk a once quaint location for money, it soon goes to ruin. I am sure the more rural areas are lovely places to visit and I definitely have plans to do that!

[@thebunnydiaries]

Really loving this series, as someone who suffers from depression, anxiety and OCD I can relate a lot. Anyone in the comments who also suffers we got this!! Hope your not still feeling too sad Chris

[@BaronVonGrumble]

🙌💪

[@thecommentator6694]

The 'show all' aspect of this series really is it's strength, I think all of us appreciate that very much. It would be much more 'KZbin alogrithim friendly'-type content if it was nothing but stunning scenery and great twisty roads, but that would miss the entire point of the trip. Absolutely loving it Chris.

[@BaronVonGrumble]

yap, thats 100% how i wanted it to be and i wish all KZbin was more reality based because, viewers end up feeling bad about their own lives and experiences because it can never compare to an edited influencers experience.

[@olliety]

This was a really powerful episode mate. I struggle with depression alot and I can relate alot to the stuff youve been going through, this felt like a real positive boost

[@Murr_3823]

Couldn't agree/relate more

[@adamc209]

100 % same !

[@dinxsy8069]

It's a curse, at least you got a reply and Luv

[@insertthecoinz]

saving up to get me a bike, to do just this, i need to... need to get a handle on my anxiety #soon

[@RogueRiderUk]

@@Murr_3823 The daily ups.... and the daily downs! But still here and moving forward!

[@eddiefara]

the last section of the video finding parking and thinking ‘this looks shit’ had me laughing because it was the exact same reaction and stress i would have had in that situation. Fantastic series. thank you baron

[@hopalong8715]

Croatia is a beautiful place I have to absolutely agree with you there. I went interrailing last summer all over Europe and actually started in Split - gotta agree with you, its very touristy. But, as a university student being properly away from home on a long holiday - I gotta say I fucking loved the place. Loads of things to do, and we stayed outside the centre in a place called kastel gomillica or something just taking the bus in when we wanted to explore, and that was nice as when we wanted to chill we weren't surrounded by the hustle and bustle ...so long story short Croatia won by heart and I'll definately be returning, but I'd want to see the "real" Croatia next time. I'm sorry to here about how you feel currently and I hope you're able to process what you're going through. Mental health is absolutely no joke so take your time. I hope 2023 whilst off to a rocky start will open up to be a bright year for you. Edit: Just realised this was recorded last summer, wondered why it was so hot! The above still applies though, I hope you're doing good Chris :)

[@mancavemoto]

I was lucky enough to spent 3 weeks working in Croatia on a Harley event. It’s such a fantastic place for riding, empty roads beautiful scenery and lovely people. The coastal road from Split down the coast is amazing. I wish I had some of that weather on my own solo trip a few months ago. As a fellow rider who suffers from anxiety and bouts of depression, travelling solo is equally daunting and exhilarating at the same time. (A decent wicking base layer makes all the difference 👍)

[@Bare36]

When we travel on Croatian coastline, we always wear swimming shorts under moto gear,and find a place to cool off in warm sea,eat and drink.

[@BLUETERRIER7]

Superbly spectacular scenery with Blackpool at the end😂 …..great vid as usual👌👌

[@alexmorgan3435]

You seemed quite upbeat in this instalment. Tea total is definitely the way to go. You should have stayed in that small coastal town that welcomed bikers.

[@MrVinchenza]

Very good episode. This is what it's about, real life. Often people who suffer anxiety look at others and compare themselves. You often think, why can't I cope like they can. You don't always see others when they are anxious or getting stressed. This video shows normality, real life. It was great to see you at BBB in Guildord. Its the first time I met you, you looked hyper and happy. It was nice to see. I hope you can overcome your breakup and eventually find someone new. Cheers for the content.

[@Nxxi.]

You're a legend pal. Could tell you were struggling at times during this one and fucking well done for sticking with it. I'd love to get away on a solo trip on my 1250GS and i often look then think 'I'd be bored on my own' but i may just give it a bash this year. All thanks to you - legend.

[@Wassap133]

Every european coast city in summer is full of people and tourists, why travel in summer and complain? Bruh english people🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@jalexandr55]

Those horn noises are so Fuc-ing bad! Stop!

[@MirkoVukusic]

Hello feom Split :). You did so many things wrong haha. Timing especially. I dont know why everybody just wants to visit mid summer. It's completely different city any other time

[@mariokolenko4322]

Fom Senj to Split you have Zadar you dident see. You go on highvay, stay on old roads, miss Plitvice national park.

[@WDXash]

And, I’ve been an avid full-face Arai wearer for decades, but it’s always a flip front Shoei when touring… every village and town dawdle means time to flip up and let the air circulate. You have to try one.

[@AustrianDashcam]

The Best Part of the Coast Road [D8, Jadranska Magistrala] is between Zadar and Dubrovnik, over Šibenik, Trogir, Split and Makarska ❤

[@johnsmith2591]

Ayyyyyy HRVATSKA! HRVATSKA! HRVATSKA! Glad you enjoyed the old Magistrala.

[@Steve-xh1co]

Massive respect to you ✊ it’s a great adventure series, one I look forward to every week 👍 you often have me in stitches 😂 Please do the adventure bike rider festival and do a talk 👍✊

[@adamc209]

Reckon this is your finest stuff Chris. So relatable and helpful on so many levels ❤

[@neilb4297]

So much complaining and moaning, really spoiling the viewing experience.

[@Alexslashslash]

Just want to say a big thanks, this is such a brilliant series so far

[@ExeterCenturion]

Loving the tourist complaining about ... tourists :) Hysterical getting lost scenes as well, just like me!

[@franklinwilkerson2061]

Perhaps your depression is the sacrifice you make to bring sooo much happiness to all your minions. I mean out of all the celebrities out there I think you're the one I'd most like to have a beer with.

[@djharmful]

Holy jizz balls - Chris thank you for your hard work! Looks amazing and enjoying this series a lot. I hoped the cream helped

[@howardrathbone2120]

We toured Croatia in the early 90’s on a Kawasaki Z1000R ELR before mobile phones and sat navs, camping in 37 degs in a tube tent you couldn’t sit up in! We ended up in the Plitvice national park awesome place..great video

[@CROtourer]

When in the 90’s?! What year?

[@howardrathbone2120]

@@CROtourer in recollection I think it might of been 1988/89, we were on a guided tour with a guy from near Birmingham, Bike & Sun Tours..

[@CROtourer]

@@howardrathbone2120 that’s what I thought. Probably before Serbia attacked Croatia.

[@40scotsman]

Was in Senj Zadar and Dubrovnik loved them all especially Dubrovnik old town.

[@4kmotorcycle]

Wooooohoooo! I loved these roads too! I went here a few weeks ago. It was one of the best roads and views i've ever ridden on! Amazing.

[@davexs]

Trust me I know, when your down, the only way is up! I've been down for many reasons, including women

[@TheBarnz91]

Chris! A good looking, funny, successful man like you could have the pick of the bunch! Life’s too short my man! You have soo much and you have said that multiple times! I remember a time when I was just soo unhappy and depleted but me and my partner made some big changes and I learnt a few things that I needed todo to maintain my mental health! Change and acceptance is the key! Things don’t always get better without change!!! Exercise and the appreciation for exercise should not be taken for granted! You’re walking in the morning is a great thing todo! Well done!! Great series and editing Chris! Croatia looks incredible and I want to go there!! Peace ✌️

[@gixerloon]

So Split was a massive disappointment then Chris, as you were riding past that nice looking Motel where it said bikers welcome I was thinking you should stop there cold beer looking out over the sea on the coast road, and stuff going into the city, which did indeed turn out to be a bit $h1t sadly.

[@BaronVonGrumble]

If I could rewind, that's exactly what I would have done ✔️

[@krakrikro]

YEEEEESSSSSS! I so much hoped that your trip would cover this croatian coastal road. As I wrote two vids ago, I have been there too and so happy to see this region again. And this road is effing epic (as long as there is no traffic in front of you). So the islands are that sparse, if I remember correctly, because their wood had been taken long ago. And now there is the Bora, strong winds coming down these mountains on the main land, blowing out towards these islands. The Bora can become quite strong and even flip cars etc. over. And it blows saltwater all over these islands. So only a few plants are able to withstand these kind of conditions. If 've been on Pag (one of the large rocky islands) and indeed, there is more green on the other side of the island, that points towards the Mediterranean. And well, haven't been down to Split...but seems I did not miss out ;-) So, I highly enjoy these videos and looking very much forward toward the next ones! Greetings!

[@יובלקרסקס]

Nice roads,been there May 2024.Split dose look like buildings inTEL AVIV...any way you are welcome but not on summer..best of luck

[@2day_we_ride]

Ah memories, I rode the same route on my way to Athens in October. I also planned to stay in Split but decided it looked a bit, errr, rubbish and found a stunning hotel a few clicks further south. I didn't book ahead which meant I could adjust destination based upon mood and inclination. Great series 🙂

[@deanhayward7898]

Good words spoken relationships, work houses, it will be what it will be . So yes half way through my first week of Thailand doing me world of good I have to say. Just can't go moped adventure riding lol

[@Kivas_Fajo]

The islands were once covered in oak and pine trees, until the Romans needed large amounts of wood, to build their immense fleet of ships to conquer and destroy Carthage about 220 BCE. The further South you go, the more green and lush the landscape becomes. Punic Wars...

[@Kivas_Fajo]

If you think Split was bad, then come see Dubrovnik past 10:00 a.m., when the cruise ships arrived and the city gets flooded with tourists. It's like sardines in a can.

[@m12ttd]

I had the pleasure of riding the coast road to Dubrovnik from Trieste/Slovenia/Croatia in 2007! It was not all complete but I agree, what a lovely scenic road to ride!

[@SayWhat1067]

Haven't watched yet but just wanted to say you inspired me to do a similar roadtrip. Currently in New Zealand South Island doing a 5 day tour. One of the best decisons of my life! Thanks for the inspiration over the years

[@granty1150gs]

I live in the US in the TN/NC mtns and wear full leathers in the summer..it sucks. I meet Harley riders in flip-flops, T-shirts and open helmets and they ask if I'm hot. I say ' Yes, but with this on I get to have an open casket and who doesn't like and open casket"

[@themotorcyclehistorian8099]

The frustration took me back to the first time I headed to Italy via France with a sat nav that played up constant in torrential rain and lots of routes closed due to road works, it is one of the less fun aspects of solo touring. Now days at least we have smart phones and upto date road data. Great series so far mate, very good content.

[@mithrandirthegrey7644]

That’s because you’re doing it wrong. The correct way to road trip is to take any random road in the general direction that you wanna go and just ride. When I was a young man I’d just get on my bike and take road going south. If end up wherever I’d end up, didn’t even think about it. It was the best time of my life. Ended up all the way down in Italy just taking roads going south.

[@DT11acs]

When you said, (talking about satnavs) "There pretty amazing things." I thought we were still talking about nipples........

[@neilhutton1528]

You are the 2023 Victor Meldrew of adventure biking. You should be a travel writer. Tres funny. Keep up the good work Baron it good therapy.

[@Anytwowheels2024]

Hiya Chris, just watched your video on Croatia! Sorry you had such a tough time and hope you resolved some of the issues. Just wondering what month you were in Croatia? What to do moto tour there but want to avoid the worst of the heat!

[@trque0fthedevil]

I think some of it is an age thing. As I’ve got older, I’m way more intolerant to busy, touristy, rip-off restaurant infested mong traps… it just gives me the rage! However, I bloody love Croatia. Once away from the tourist traps, it’s genuinely one of the prettiest and welcoming parts of Europe I’ve visited

[@asterixx6878]

You yourself came to Split as a tourist, so don't complain that the city is full of tourists. It's just ridiculous.

[@NisseOhlsen]

Chris, do you like Ava Max's 'Stronger' ? Listening to you, it seems like she's fighting pretty much the same kind of battle....

[@urbanbatic5828]

At 3:55 you were looking at Island 'Goli Otok' or translated 'Barren Island'. Read a bit of it on wiki, recommended. It is like a Yugoslavian Alcatraz. Up there was a political prison and labor camp for many many years in previous regime. Now you can go there on a tour and read all kind of stories, that are written on the info tables across the island. Really interesting and horrifying. Just behind it on the west is Island of Sveti Grgur (St. Grgur) where they had penitentiary for female in roughly same era as on Goli Otok. Today both with 0 inhabitants, just a few restaurants that are open in the summer. Answer for 4:45 are strong gusts of Bora wind. North-east sides of those islands are all just pure rock. Soil was blown away. Been there up close with a boat a many times. On west side of those bigger islands it is quite normal. You can also take a look at Island of Cres which is quite a bit further away on the west when gusts become weaker. (Go to Satellite mode goo.gl/maps/Fj5DYmqvYABtvHCm8 ) The lines in vegetation are visible. Quite evidently where is the wind coming from. I wish you health and joy on the bike. Keep coming with the series. Thanks.

[@clashcityrocker2051]

Yeah, Split looks awful.. You are obviously used to classier joints like Oktoberfest !?! Do you think it could be that you had what it professionally know as “ the right raging ump”? I did the same thing in Bologna at the Ducati factory. When we finally got there I was told I couldn’t use their car park as I didn’t have a Ducati even though they had about 100 spaces! So, I told him to poke his shitty motorbikes and I went on my way…. Mainly due to me also having radio rental Heath issues too. Once you get fucked off it’s hard to get out of it!

[@coobye]

"If you keep doing the same things, you will keep getting the same results" or "Insanity Is Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Again and Expecting Different Results". Take your pick. You're on holidays but you've brought your old life along for the trip too. If you're not happy then you have to make a change without your usual lifestyle. Find a quiet beach with some comfortable accommodation or a cool place in the mountains and chill out out without your electronics and multi media. It'll take a while to calm down but persevere. It's the boredom from getting continual endorphin hits from social media etc and wanting something new to give us the next hit which leaves us feeling continually depleted and depressed. It's like food and alcohol ( or more bikes ), you get your high, get down then have another hit to get the high back. Make a change...don't take it on holiday with you.

[@frankabels5761]

I rode this Road too...beautiful..but did you ride the stilfser joch? I bet only the transfagarasan in romania is better;-)

[@mikethebikemt07tracer]

Lovely video, thanks for bringing back memories of my trip there in 2017. Me and a mate on bikes from Devon stayed at the Beach Hotel, Stobrec which is on the southern side of Split for 3 nights. Totally agree with your assessment of Split itself, totally ruined by tourist tat everywhere. Lovely riding country though and Slovenia was even better on the way home. Loving this series so keep them coming, ride safe.

[@mithrandirthegrey7644]

lol no. The name Dalmatia is very old. The dog breed is from there - that’s why it’s called a Dalmatian. It has nothing to do with spots 🤣.

[@koljarzg]

Why the islands (northern ones) are without vegetation? Two reasons - 1) Bura - northern wind that makes it really hard for vegetation to catch on and 2) Venice was built on wooden pylons made from woods that used to be trees on this islands - this is what you get because of hundred of years of deforestation. And because of Bura, once the islands were stripped of trees, the forests never managed to grow once more on the northern sides of islands.

[@Chambers_90]

Watching this many months after posting, and without seeing where you're headed, but down the Dalmatian coast there's a lovely small town called Cavtat, it maybe fits the 'cute' category that Split didn't meet!

[@user-xj3ve7wt8k]

4:46 Venice ( empire ) ravaged the Croatian islands for shipbuilding. So, yea... no trees.

[@xjr13john]

Don't let this bum lovin public school boy put you off touring on your motorcycle, it's great fun especially if you have mates. Croatia and its people are awesome and that road down the coast line is fantastic yes it's hot but always wear safety gear, when roads are hot they can get greasy!! Spilt old town is beautiful and not be missed as is Dubrovnik. I'm sure he will feel better when he comes out!!

[@greyanaroth]

If you're hot, a trick we use here sometimes, when wearing mesh gear (and since we are all idiots we bought black because it looks cool....), is get a bottle of water, and pour it all over your jacket and the mesh part of your pants. You will notice, for a few precious minutes, that your hot gear will turn into air conditioning as soon as you get moving.

[@RevvedUpBiker]

"Oo...Breasts...Magnetic breasts..... This is a long road, see you later.." then Chris U-turns to fully check out the lady. 😜🤣

[@TheSsrdan]

It called Dalmatia beacuse of the Illiric tribe that lived there (Dalmati) some 2000 years ago, not beacuse the the dog :)

[@_Makanko_]

And on that note ... Yeh I didn't go to Split when I went down to Croatia two summers ago. I stuck to the coastline, mostly northern part.

[@MrSimonj1970]

“Once you realize that the road is the goal and that you are always on the road, not to reach a goal, but to enjoy its beauty and its wisdom, life ceases to be a task and becomes natural and simple, in itself an ecstasy.” ― Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj

[@petereeves1354]

Great Vid mate, is there a new payment system now for swearing on Utub 'cause you've just made a mint ... x?

[@jimjoelliejack]

Beautiful road, but don’t be dropping that bike, I once went to a biker who lost his fingers because he had no PPE on, not a nice sight.

[@williamcb78]

Glad to see I’m not the only person that can NEVER find the hotel car park !! 😂😂😂

[@TheCameraNever]

I was laughing my balls off as you were riding round and round swearing. Also in your review of Split and the Hotel Luxe, could you stop beating about the bush and tell us what your really think.

[@dbauernf]

As someone who lives in Croatia.. I share your opinion about Split 100%. Absolutely hate the place for the exact same reasons.

[@dbauernf]

Bloody knew it you'd love this road! I don't even know if you saw my IG message when you asked about the places to go.. but this was what I said! :)

[@r12004rewy]

What a disappointment Split was it looked horrible but what a fantastic ride down, but that weather would certainly have been too hot for me.

[@rennied2]

A very real episode mate, and I'm really enjoying this series. Your videos have helped me more than you know over the years, and were one of the reasons I got into biking in the first place which really helped me through a lot, and which has became a huge passion of mine. So, thank you. Stay strong Sir.

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

😭 the brit's and the magaluv an erruption of emotions... better france

[@jjcglobalapplestv7529]

HahahHha your just like myself Amigo,I hate staying in cities and town

[@Joke89ful]

I totaly agree as a person born in Split that this tourism is getting to much people in ...

[@marianzajicek8927]

Chorvatské pobřeží je hodně členité a jízda na motorce "starou" jadranskou magistrálou je úžasným zážitkem, bohužel, každých 1000 metrů je na silnici nějaká dopravní značka která omezuje rychlost nebo zakazuje předjíždění....jezdit tudy rychle se dá mimo sezonu, pokud vaši rychlost nezměří policie, ideálně v květnu a v září, od poloviny června do poloviny září je silnice plná obytných automobilů a různých dodávek motorkáři zde musí porušovat předpisy jinak uvíznou v kolonách😊

[@MrSkyline1337]

the parts without any forest are usually just too much rock or there was a fire and everything burned down because those are common here

[@CrazyPanda688]

You got a Split personality going on at the end there 😅

[@themayorofdipshittery3646]

Get yourself to Dubrovnik, full of beautiful people and beautiful views.

[@Punxerklc]

Instantly subscribed when I heard your thoughts about Split. As a Croatian, you are almost spot on. It has been ruined by tourism indeed, but it always was a junkie infested shithole. Sibenik and Zadar are much nicer coastal cities.

[@lepermessiyah5823]

this is my exact sentiment with cities. absolute shite compared to the country where people are still nice to each other and the scenery is stunning. this episode perfectly captures the modern paradigm and that last part I relate with a little too much lol

[@robertmills794]

Many, MANY stunning women in Croatia! Best way to get over one is to get over another,..

[@stuartfollows3789]

Love the outbursts, I would react in exactly the same way 😂 Really enjoying the series

[@Patryk_Luna]

Shoulda gone to Sozopol - Bulgaria (old town). Proper. 👍🏻

[@timmymallett1]

Its fucking freezing back home. Think about that.😀

[@Jonathan-yd8ud]

Love the venting at the end 🤣 Sometimes you just gotta tell it like it is.

[@187PAV]

Pull along the way no point crying over the fish that got away your standing in the sea ffs!

[@GarageSupra]

As an Aussie all I can say is if you are somewhere that needs sunscreen always get SPF50+ or you are wasting ya time.

[@aliwoh]

No wonder you’re sweating, wearing that woolly jumper under your jacket.

[@thewoodster8607]

It's like listening to myself on tour, except you're more interesting!!

[@nikolaostriantafylloy987]

Come to Greece.The most beautiful country!!!!

[@andrewfishburn5184]

Feel your pain… should come to Umbria next time ..

[@raki2870]

Yeah, Split is big city. In Croatia you should have been visiting those smaller ones or Dubrovnik. NB with those gray islands - the life and greenery is on the other side of the island. I have been to croatia twice with by bike

[@cisium1184]

I suspect in the mood he was in he would still have found Dubrovnik too touristy, although it's better than Split. The problem is that there weren't many big towns along the Adriatic in antiquity, so anyplace with a sizeable old town that survives today is going to be touristy. There are some small towns I can think of, that are both old-looking and nice, in Croatia like Makarska and Cavtat, but they are still small. And once you get south of Croatia, the old parts get grungier and the new parts get blander.

[@charleswoolsey2296]

Is this a video application for the Chamber of Commerce?

[@twist_of_the_wrist]

I definitely need a bike trip in my life.. Great insight into it.

[@chrisoz4929]

Green on one side? Could just be the prevailing wind.

[@stephenchapman8344]

Sat Nav and city = misery. Get a cool beer and chill. 👍

[@steveharvey20]

Absolutely laughing my plums off at your scathing review of Split - Judith Chalmers would be proud of you!!!! 😆👍. Unfortunately at this stage there isn't many places that can claim to be unspoilt as tourism arrives and fucks the charm out of a place. Good riding though 👍

[@milionST]

Unfortunately, there is way too many of you coming to unspoiled places making them spoiled, Baron included. You are all part of the same trend, and it is so goddamn funny observing you trying to judge others while acting *exactly* the same. I can bet that some random dude or dudette commented BVG while he was walking down the waterfront like ''oh look maaan, another annoying blogger filming himself... are there any places left that are unspoiled by them??''.

[@jschoofs]

@@milionSTFully agree with your comment. Going to a big city (second-largest city of Croatia!) at the Adriatic coast in the holiday season and then complaining about the tourists there is a bit thick. But then for some there are the tourists and there is…us. Easily prevented by doing a minimum of research 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@milionST]

@@jschoofs I mean, if it's not already obvious, I live and work in Split. I have 0 profit or interest in tourism and consider it more of a nuisance than anything else. However, I met some amazing people that actually did their homework, knew what to expect and merged into the locals almost effortlessly. I cannot emphasize enough how much I enjoyed having a drink with those ''tourists'', sharing experiences and knowledge. Germans, Austrians, English, Brasilians... every race and colour. Needles to say, those people usually come off season, are not interested in tourist traps and do not drink and piss everywhere, or expect every local to be at their service. To all people complaining that somewhere ''is not what they expected'' I recommend some new practical technologies, like for example Google, Street View and KZbin. It's 2022. people...

[@jschoofs]

@@milionST Exactly - a minimum of preparation makes a major difference and as you say with the tech available today it is not that hard to do that research even when you are on the road. We always tend to travel south with the bike (I’m from Antwerp, Belgium) in September/October. One of the nicest trips was taking the bike to Malaga and back exploring inland Spain: deserted roads, reasonable prices, friendly/relaxed people, good service, quiet towns/villages/cities (Segovia!), impressive and varied landscapes. And yet so many people keep returning to the overcrowded Spanish Costas and think they are representative for Spain! I also remember doing a trekking holiday in Montenegro: beautiful inland and then we descended into Kotor which was flooded with visitors coming in with these gigantic cruiseships! After exploring Kotor we took a taxi driving us inland and within 30 minutes we were in a National park surrounded by mountains, tranquility and nature. We were the only guests in the hotel! That is the sort of experience I am after. The only regret I had was that I did not have my bike to explore even more!

[@threeboardsfour]

I did wonder why you'd chosen Split....🤣