Tales and Trails

  There is something truly magical about returning to a place where you left a piece of your heart. Tuesday marked my first day back at the dog shelter in Corfu . The incredible Marketa was there with me on the first day because the dogs have changed since last year, so I needed new instructions about the dogs I didn't know yet. Day one at the shelter was a big refresh. It’s a bittersweet reality of shelter life: dogs leave when they get adopted and go to their forever homes, and new ones come in. Marketa has to make sure she matches them so they don’t have conflicts. I learned new names, new personalities, and their routines. All of them are super cute. It was super nice to see the ones I already knew, although it made me feel sad that these beautiful souls haven’t found their forever homes yet. I got back into the routine pretty quickly, and with another volunteer, I had time to take the dogs out for a walk. Sunsets, Waterfalls, and Exploring Corfu When we weren't at the shel...

   December 2025 When most people think of Croatia, they picture scorching sun, packed beaches, and fighting for a spot to lay their towel. But I have discovered a secret: Croatia in winter is a dog owner’s paradise. Last Christmas, we traded the freezing temperatures of the Czech Republic for the mild, pleasant climate of the Adriatic coast. Our destination? The charming town of Tribunj . But since a 10-hour drive with two dogs is a marathon, not a sprint, we turned the journey into a road trip adventure through Austria and Slovenia. Here is how we spent 6 days, walked 65 kilometers, and enjoyed the magic of a seaside Christmas. Stopover 1: Graz, Austria (The Misty Fortress) To break up the long drive from Prague, we decided to spend a day and night in Graz . It turned out to be a brilliant decision. The town was beautifully decorated for the holidays, looking like something out of a fairytale. We climbed the famous Schlossberg (Castle Hill). Unfortunately, the weather had o...