Photography trip to Croatia — every frame a gift

I came to Croatia specifically for photography and the country delivered material at every turn. Diocletian's Palace at dawn was everything I'd hoped. Dubrovnik's streets at dusk are an endless source of light and texture. The people, once comfortable with a camera, are extraordinary subjects.

excellent wines gave me some of my favourite images of the year. The only practical note: island-hopping costs add up — plan around it. Otherwise this is a photographer's dream. I've rarely come home with so much usable material from a single trip.