Just about 2 months ago we returned from our honeymoon, the most magical 2 weeks of adventure, sun, international travel and romance. We had a lot planned and a lot to see. The two honeymoon posts will be photo-heavy with just a couple blurbs here and there. If you're interested in more details or have questions about our trip just email me or leave a message!
The first half of our trip was on a Royal Caribbean Cruise, Splendor of the Seas.
Croatia was a gem, and surprised me in every way. It was beautiful, breath-taking.
It was important to us, when planning the honeymoon that we traveled to boy Croatia-where Steven's family roots (hence the Smokovich name) and ancestors are, and Italy of course where my mother's family heritage is.
Krka National Park in Split, Croatia.
Steven made a point to taste beer in every country we visited, while I enjoyed a bit of wine :)
Onto Greece....
This is me telling you that this was the most amazing drink I've ever ever ever had. Made with fresh strawberries. Best. Drink. Ever.
This was by far, in both of our opinions, the most beautiful beach we've been on, ever. In Mykonos, Greece.
Next Stop: Kusadasi, Turkey
Well-known for the handmade turkish carpets.
And the infamous Turkish Baths. After Steven and I saw the turkish bath tradition on a season of The Amazing Race, he really wanted to try it out. So we picked up a map and searched one out.
This Turkish Bath experience could be a whole-nother post in itself, but let me just say... A hefty sized, really hairy turkish man wearing only a small towel covering his front parts...who didn't speak any english basically bathed the two of us in this beautiful marble-sauna bath. It was awkward and awesome at the same time.
Makes for a great story let me tell ya! And the massage afterwards was amazing too! Worth every kuna we spent :)
Steve's turkish beer...
And also the famous turkish meat kabob. Everyone told us that we had to give this a try while in Turkey. The chicken was delish, I must say!
I have so many photos from the honeymoon. These are some of the highlights and my favorites from this part. Tomorrow I'll be back with part 2: Venice and the Dominican Republic.
Have a happy Wednesday!
These pictures are amazing! What camera did you use? I always have a hard time deciding if I want to haul my DSLR camera around on vacations because of its size. Thanks!
Posted by: Jenny L. | 08/30/2013 at 07:24 AM
Wow!! What an amazing trip!! LOVING all the photos!!! I think I would have felt reallyyyyy awkward about the bath too! LOL!!!
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | 08/28/2013 at 05:43 PM
Wow...what a beautiful and fun trip! Love all the photos! You look so happy and relaxed!
Posted by: Anelsie Ramos | 08/28/2013 at 09:11 AM
Awesome trip!
Posted by: AnnaMarie | 08/28/2013 at 08:14 AM