WalkaboutCroatia.com is led by Maja Horvat, a Croatian-born travel writer and photographer who still lives in Croatia. Her mission is simple: to share the beauty, culture, and everyday life of Croatia with readers from around the world.
Maja created this platform to bring you honest and practical content that celebrates Croatian culture, lifestyle, food, language, and the many special places across the country. Whether you're planning a trip or just want to feel closer to Croatia, the goal is to help you stay connected in a real and meaningful way.
Through her travels and experiences, Maja shares personal stories, helpful travel tips, and insights from towns, islands, cities, and quiet corners that many visitors might miss. Her aim is to inspire you to explore Croatia, discover local traditions, and enjoy every part of the journey.
This is not a company or a team — just one person passionate about showing you the real Croatia.
Maja Horvat is a Croatian journalist, travel writer, and photographer who turned her deep love for Croatia into a lifelong career. She was born in Croatia and still lives there today, using her local insight to help others discover the best the country has to offer.
After working in the travel industry, she moved into journalism and began freelancing for several Croatian newspapers.
Maja began her career as a travel agent in 2015, which gave her a solid background and valuable knowledge about traveling across Croatia. After a few years, she realized that what she enjoyed most was helping others plan their perfect trips. In 2020, she opened her own travel agency, where she still works today.
Over time, Maja also became a travel writer. She now writes articles, shares travel tips, and creates Croatia travel itineraries for people who want to experience the country in a real and meaningful way.
Writing about Croatia came naturally to her. Her experience in the travel field allowed her to visit nearly every part of the country. These trips gave her a clear and personal view of Croatia’s many beautiful regions.
Maja is especially interested in Croatia’s ancient architecture, art, and cultural heritage. Her travels helped her discover many small, fascinating details of Croatia’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes — and she enjoys sharing them with others.
