Exploring Korcula, Croatia | Was Marco Polo Born Here?

A day of exploring on the island of Korcula, Croatia, where some believe Marco Polo was born.
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Exploring Korcula, Croatia | Was Marco Polo Born Here?

[@duffysullivan2794]

Nice part of the world! No graffiti on the walls, no trash in the streets, unlike Seattle. Smart how the founders laid out the streets and alley ways to keep the sea breeze from turning them into wind tunnels.

[@tally1604]

The lady in the gift shop speaks amazingly good English! As many people do in Croatia. And not just English, but German too. Incredible.

[@frankbutaric3565]

And italian

[@meteora1508]

People in Croatia speak German, Italian and English. There is historic reason for that - North of the land was long under the Austrian-Hungarian government while the coastline was under the Italian. English came later like for the rest of the world. Croatia is magnificent and beautiful country, excellent quality and real home made food, and people, specially in smaller places are very nice and good at heart. :) I recommend to avoid big tourist spots in the high season, as it is crowded and sometimes very expensive. If you have time visit those spots later in September, while the weather is still very warm, warm sea and much less crowded as in July and August. :)

[@alexlarsen6413]

Wow!!! What a precious discovery! This city is no less spectacular than Dubrovnik.

[@domagojbatinic1526]

"konoba" is a small hole-in-a-wall type of restaurant that developed from family vine cellars where the owners had their own vine , own vegetables from their garden and meat from their livestock, so they started to commercialize that vine cellar , sell vine and meals to enjoy vine with. nowadays name "konoba" is often used when naming restaurants on the Adriatic Cost of Croatia, but authentic konobas are small establishments

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool, good to know.

[@johannsmithe2570]

Mike Grgich, the Croation-American, developed the award winning Californian chardonnay wine featured in the movie "Bottle Shock". He may have been born around the region of Southern Croatian you're at.

[@domagojbatinic1526]

@@johannsmithe2570 according to his bio he was born in place called Desne near town of Metković , which is on the mainland of Dalmatia but relatively close to Korčula island

[@tt-oo1bw]

@@johannsmithe2570 On the Peljesac peninsula, which is across from Korcula, and which Gabriel already mentioned, Grgich has a winery. Peljesac is known as the origin of the American zinfandel that comes from Peljesac.

[@johannsmithe2570]

Thank you Domagoj and Ranko for Grgich"s birthplace. While I already posted eslewhere about the Croatians Nikola Tesla and Rudolph Steiner they're worth mentioning again. When people switch on an electric AC light do they realize it was a Croatian who invented it? Steiner represents to me what people perceive as the two Europes, 'East & West', due to the English Isaac Newton being taught dominately in U.S. public schools. Steiner was a follower of Wolfgang Goethe. Let's not forget Krist Novoselic, parents Croatian, founder of the Seattle Grunge band Nirvana.

[@zeebos99]

Was lucky enough to visit here a few years back, beautiful place, wonderful people also

[@trimerista]

No one does better then Gabe, Marco Polo of today ;)

[@designdoctor247]

Agree 👍

[@user-mc2gm6fz9i]

I agree.

[@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm]

Gabe is the man!!

[@gustavorodriguez-zk4vm]

Someday I will be like you Gabe!! U R such an inspiration!!! Keep on trucking g!! And traveling, God bless you!!

[@au9parsec]

Gabriel Morris. Marco Polo. Gabriel Polo. Marco Morris.

[@TheRoyayers]

Beautiful Dalmatia. The pearl of the Adriatic Sea. I’ve been there a long time ago, but never enough

[@lorimiller2369]

Thank you for the tour. Fascinating to see Croatia, I had no idea it is so beautiful. And the Marco Polo shop was very cool. from Toronto, Canada

[@Swampzoid]

I love the narrow lanes. It looks like the kind of town I'd like to just stay for awhile and feel like a local.

[@dblazer321]

I may be ignorant but did not realize croatia was this beautiful

[@33bigmoney]

i was there 3 night some 2 years ago. best time in my life solo travel, rented a bike, went for sswim every 20min. amazing beach, lovely at night great views

[@sgandem]

15:05 Nice store, and excellent person who is managing the store, very knowledgeable!

[@timsummers870]

I'm glad the comments section is open again. I can't watch this video without saying that this place is absolutely fantastic!! Europe is simply fascinating. Thanks for bringing this gem to our homes.

[@VictorSokovin]

Another great video from Croatia. Thanks, Gabe!

[@chwelio_jr]

My grandmother family was from Korčula.

[@huacamaya119]

Love the rustic beauty of these Croatian islands❤

[@marseilleicon]

Croatia is one of my favorite countries! I have to get back there!

[@jkjk8]

Another great video. When im watching I feel so much like im there. I love your channel!

[@krisl9717]

Damn, Croatia is insanely beautiful! Thanks for sharing this adventure with us, love your content.

[@themissdior1235]

Thanks for sharing. I feel like im on my holidays when i watch your adventures .

[@imagewire]

🎉 Comments are back! Lovin’ this Balkan’s stuff. Now on my bucket list.

[@user-mc2gm6fz9i]

The Balkans rock.

[@bodycount00]

remember one thing,Croatia is not Balkan!Ask any croatian if he thinks Croatia is Balkan and you will see the answer.

[@Hozenfefer]

@@bodycount00 some may say that, but the Balkans is a geographical term, and CRO is a part of it whether they wanted or not. And all of the Croatians that I know aren't that crazy to claim otherwise😃 Btw half of my family are Croatians.

[@Hozenfefer]

@@cmarovic Every day you learn something new. I thought it was sharing a small apartment in Bijelo Polje with Serbia and Palau.

[@Hozenfefer]

@superbura9 superbura9 en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balkans It's both culturological and geographical term, and by all criteria, Croatia ia a part of it (geografically, around 50% of it isn't, and culturologicaly, it has always been considered a part of it). Geographically Serbia is only a bit more a part of the Balkans (around 60%, since the border are rivers Sava and Danube, but culturologically, It's the prototype of a Balkans country. Maybe that's why some Croatinas don't want to be connected with the whole Balkans thing. But again, you can also hear some if them saying that they're not even Slavs, which is...funny. Luckily, it's just the minority of them being so dellusional and arrogant. Most Croatians are awesome.

[@davemandaro2138]

Thanks for the videos on Croatia, had no idea it was such a nice vacation stop

The layout is constructed in a way so that cold winter winds can't blow through the alleys (at least limited), but summer winds do easily, to cool the temperature.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Brilliant.

[@chicagomike]

Very nice, Gabriel. Stay healthy and safe. Korcula and hvar are some of the best places in Europe to visit

[@DMUSA536]

I could comment on so many parts of your videos but then I would write a book 😂. Your videos take me away from the troubles of these times. Thanks again

[@RUSLexplorer2020]

Love the clear blue waters.

[@Jessicatx956]

This place looks AMAZING it's beautiful

[@exploringlife8404]

Croatia is probably better than Spain for beach holidays for sure

[@ivan00001983]

Croatia's coast is incomparably more beautiful than Spain's, Croatia has many islands quite untouched by mass hotel building and mass-tourism in general, it has beautiful looks that Spain's coast simply lacks, I have been to both places and live in Croatia. Only thing Spain is better at is marketing. But personally I like it that way, mass-tourism ruins nature and local architecture.

[@martinkulik9466]

@@ivan00001983 but maybe people go to spain or greece, because services and attitude are better. east europe is notoriously rough, rude and generally low moralled society. I am from east europe as well and that east european culture and attitude alone ruins any holiday no matter how beautiful. not that spain or greece is that much better but service and attitude is slightly better I assume

[@robertmance1744]

@@martinkulik9466 Not really. Dalmatia has never really been eastern Europe and the Croatian coast in general has been a popular tourist destination for westerners since the 60s and Yugoslavia.

[@majaharbig1286]

@@robertmance1744True.. Croatia has tourismus since 1850. Most guests were from Austro-Hungarian Monarchy because Croatia was a part of it..

[@robertmance1744]

@@majaharbig1286 Kind of, but I'm really not counting Austro-Hungarian royal asses or nobility spending the excess of their free time in Opatija or Cres, as "tourism".

[@margaritasun7908]

From other continent , Gabriel's vlog is an opportunity to see beauty in detais / history Im not really familiar with. Excellent!!! Beautiful & peaceful country !!! Tnks Sir!

[@manci.manwlhs]

There are MUCH cheaper restaurants (also accommodations) and bars out there in Croatia, even in places like Korcula, Hvar, Dubrovnik, etc. You just have to keep your eyes open and don't fall for the tourist traps, like you did and like the one Konoba that you showed in this video. For example in the town of Hvar, I wanted to eat grilled calamari. A restaurant in the center next to the marina had it for about 30 Euros. We walked a couple of blocks away and found a decent restaurant at the sea that had the very same dish for about 15 Euros. It came with potatoes and chard and it was superb. Anyhow, I am so glad you are traveling again. Thank you for sharing your trips with us. I like the style you capture the moments and places and show us around. Enjoy yourself and stay safe. :)

[@BorisSimovicTV]

But it is a huge difference to get calamari from Adriatic and cheap one ( and deep frozen ) from Japan or Patagonia. Only locals can recognize the difference in taste and quality. That is a probably difference in prize.

[@rosieg3423]

When I look your videos about Croatia, I love my country even more. You really need to visit Plitvica lakes. It’s beautifully there too, oh and many more places but for sure 1st go there.

[@finnscott3182]

Great videos Gabe. You are a master of your craft!

[@jodimelkert1061]

Love that you are having the chance to show more of Croatia. I've been to Split and Dubrovnik and thought they were fantastic, but now can't wait to see more of the islands that make up Croatia. It certainly is beautiful and you are so lucky to be able to enjoy it. Please keep up all the great videos, we're watching and loving it!!

[@19bendunk]

the restaurant in the end was a gem!

[@Hozenfefer]

Just hang on there man! We will overwhelm the bad comments with the comments of love and support, because you're doing a great job. Love from Belgrade!

[@rachidelkachari1050]

I recommend the restaurant Konoba Skver. My best diner ever in Croatia. And the people are so friendly.

[@karmathegiant]

Lovely area. Those beaches and water! Great.

[@jeanineclark2738]

Enjoying this series. Giving me travel ideas for the future. I never would have considered a trip to Crotia but looks interesting.

[@darrenryan5288]

Another great video, Gabe...keep 'em coming! (Loving those cat impressions!)

[@dhananjaymalhotra7854]

The legend of Gabriel Traveler is back with a new video.

[@nithienbadal6733]

Ahh Gabe it’s good to be able to say hello again. Hope you’re doing well man.

[@Kivas_Fajo]

This is where my grandma was born. I'm happy you liked it. :-)

[@maryrosed8475]

Fabulous video. Thanks. Will definitely be going back to Croatia!

[@SystemCrasher113]

Thanks for another informative little tour Gabe. ☺ Also I like how you Incorporated the Google maps View!

[@hetty43]

Great video. Great to see your travels. Nice to have comments again so we can show appreciation and see what others say and maybe what I have missed. Lovely place gab. Keep on travelling.

[@donnyball]

Great job Gabriel!! Keep em' coming.

[@sinister6116]

Nice place , a lot of adventures mate :o)

[@sarge_4412]

That shop is cool

[@slavlajf9799]

Next island? Lastovo. I bet for a beer! 😉 My favorite island is Vis and I love Vis. However I'm curious about Lastovo never been there but it's on my wish list

[@robertmance1744]

Vis has the blue cave and some of the best beaches in the Adriatic! Mljet is stunning due to amazing vegetation and lakes, but Lastovo is a mystery to me as well.

[@apscoradiales]

Miss my homeland. Thanks Gabriel for the tours.

[@thomascrown3816]

great place - loved it - seems to be bringing back happy memories to lots your viewers like me 👍

[@bizadvert]

Enjoy watching. Tks a lot!

[@vjekoslavpusic]

Big greetings to the traveler,l hope you enjoy like me about ten years ago .Good luck to you !

[@avalondreaming1433]

Spectacular place! Would love to go there.

[@pasqualeabarno]

💕Excellent video.. Grazie mille... Gabriel... Take care of yourself... 💕

[@bakerstreet101]

Korcula's architecture does resemble Venice's. So interesting!

[@MrMkapusta]

JA YE has influence from many eras...ottoman Turks, Roman, Italian. The Croatia people were believed to be settled in this region as far back as 700ad

[@edweb2006]

They build cities and enslaved Dalmatians for centuries. First European slaves were Dalmatinskom but we have no intention to destroy what they left behind.

[@xavdanda]

Not just Korcula's architecture resembles Venice, but many islands and coastal towns do too... Looking carefully in old buildings, in many there is a winged lion with a paw over a book, the symbol of St Mark the Evangelist, Saint Patron of Venice... remember St Marks Square, St Marks Cathedral, etc... all this area was under Venetian rule for 3 centuries, therefore their influence can still be noticed. At the beginning of the video, Gabriel is in front of the Old City Gate... the Croatian flag at the very top, and below, there is the lion... in Hvar, Pula, and many other "grads" or towns you'll also find it. Back then it was the Republic of Venice, and Italy did not exist yet as we now know it... and Dubrovnik was the Republic of Ragusa. Love Croatia!

[@nerdcalisthenics4812]

Thanks for the video Gabriel!

[@JohnnieV]

Awesome tour of the area as usual, Gabriel

[@TheSwede70]

Love it! Keep up the good work. While working here during the summer I can dream about travel through your videos. :-)

[@leonlieber8268]

Hey, Gabe, Congrats on 400! Keep up the good work

[@smsadlee8566]

A great one, as always.

[@Rahulkumar-xh3ng]

Confession- Every time I see your vlog I am so so Jealous 😉 👌 Keep Exploring/Sharing... Cheers...

[@petetomasko7150]

Another great video Gabe Polo

[@bellezaynaturaleza4495]

Thank you for sharing with us all your adventures, your videos seems to show transparency and are genuine. Your videos provide me a lot of tips and motivation whenever I want to visit a place.

[@designdoctor247]

The cats 🐈 meow sounded like ..."hey" 😃 😆 🤣 😂 😹

[@glava80]

Great job Gabe, i really enjoy your videos and follow you since the first time you were in my country. I even walked your path when i was in Istanbul last year and I’m glad you choose Croatia for your summer break and i hope you are enjoying it.cheers from Zagreb and stay safe

[@BillKing3456]

Way to go, Gabe. Niiiiiice video.

[@hariselezovic6-4]

Great review of Croatian coast. I suggest you to go to Ston, it is near by of Korcula. There you can eat shelves, ston is known for that, and red wine as well. I suggest you to go to Island Vis - vis and komiza you'll need several days to do it, after that you can go to sibenik, skradin, zadar, plitvice...

[@yamahatdm2053]

what about Stone walls, second largest after great walls of china..

[@JohnRogersWalks]

What an incredible place - thanks for taking us along Gabriel. Looking forward to visiting here one day. Best of luck on your travels

[@michaeljaydenanderson537]

awesome content as usual Gabe

[@nancybcbg4316]

Thank you puno hvala for showcasing my beautiful Croatia 🇭🇷🙏🏻 love your travel videos, just subscribed! ☺️

[@dcmed1]

Great video!!! ❤❤❤❤🧡🧡

[@jimmyjimmy2075]

Always great to see new video 😀.....

[@bonniehedden5579]

Good to see you back alway in joy your video, you are my eye to place I haven not been👍❤️🍹

[@dougmcrae4378]

Korcula, who would have thought... Really cool. Carry on my wayfaring son!!

[@davidarthurwills]

Thanks for the videos

[@marijamarkovic5421]

I live in Central America, but I would give my butt to be in Dalamcija

[@Hozenfefer]

I live in Serbia and would give my butt to be either in Central America or Dalmacija.

[@marijamarkovic5421]

@@Hozenfefer I'm from Serbia, I've been living in Panama, but Dalmacija is in my heart :)

[@robertmance1744]

Damn I miss my homeland! I'm from Croatia, was already feeling nostalgic while watching the video but this comment broke me.

[@boltandcat1686]

@@Hozenfefer Go to Central America.

[@KerrisonA]

Very nice vid...A mini break from the comfort of my armchair 🏖️🐚🍷

[@toddboothbee1361]

For some reason, Korcula strikes as being especially beautiful. Seems like a place I'd want to linger in for a few years, despite the prices. I look forward to seeing the other island.

[@aceofswords1725]

It is dirt cheap out of tourist season and especially if you know the locals (which is not hard, they tend to be desperate for any company and especially newcomers once winter isolation sets in). Islands, even though they make massive income through tourism, are still very much subsidized by central government... I guess you could live very very comfortably there on less than $1000 a month - but not tourist lifestyle obviously.

[@toddboothbee1361]

@@aceofswords1725 That would be great. I imagine I'd get some serious work done and have a real life, too.

[@jimscherl2307]

Great show! ✌️

[@dr.hasanhabiburrahaman1553]

Excellent travel doc!

[@costitravel]

New video from Gabe ! Thanks again Gabe ! 👍🍺

[@v.muller7350]

She (the cat) has a really funny meow The cat: 😐... Gabriel: meow... meow... 😄 that's funny indeed Really cool video and enjoying Croatia through your videos! Thank you!

[@marafarnham595]

Love it Gabriel! 😎☀️beautiful ❤⛅🌊 stay safe and take care! Keep the videos coming! ❤🙏

[@jfp6400]

Love this place , best part of my day, great English as well

[@themissionproductions2336]

That Persian(Iranian) cat was so cute.

[@vdmtennis7587]

I really enjoy watching your videos, just picked up your channel a couple days ago. If your travel plans allow, you should try and visit the island of Krk. I'd be interested to see what you think of it. My family is from the old town of Vrbnik on the island...Have fun on your future adventures!

[@johngannon4033]

keep the beach reports going! i need to escape!

[@tarny11]

Nice. Thanks for sharing

[@VaicomaDany]

Beautiful, loved!

[@olegwalks]

Dear Gabriel thank you very much for your trips. Someone part i loaded on my phone to in free time watch. Thank you ! Gracias ! And your channel infkuenced and insiped me !

[@horseplop9]

A moment in time Owyhee gabe. Nicely done sir

[@crashryanphoto]

Really enjoying your Croatia travels! We go there every year ourselves except this summer, and boy do we miss it! You're making us feel like we're back on our little island. Thanks and be safe!!!!!!! And have fun swimming in that beautiful crystal blue sea!

[@tally1604]

Konoba in Croatian means a tavern.

[@travelmaltaculture]

Very interesting. Thanks Gabriel for this video about Marco Polo.

[@maryjoan4128]

Fabulous. Thank you

[@newearth4071]

Gret videos, beautiful country. 🙏🙏🙏💌from 🇨🇦 Be safe🥰🤲🧿

[@johnaguirre9079]

No gopro on the helmet Gabriel? That would have been fun. Amazing video of such paradise!

[@1stklass]

What a beautiful little island

[@susanvp4685]

Very interesting Gabriel. Looking forward to the next island🇨🇦❤️