Morten Smalby

Explore Croatia Like a Local with a Danish Twist

Having spent two decades living in Croatia, I’m here to show you the country beyond the guidebooks. Follow my YouTube channel for up-close experiences, local adventures, and unique stories that capture the true spirit of Croatia.

Morten Smalby

The Story Behind The Channel

My journey began 20 years ago when I moved to Croatia, falling in love with its landscapes, culture, and people. After a long career as an entrepreneur, I decided to shift gears and pursue my passion for travel and storytelling.

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You can see a list of all my videos here, or you can select a video on the map below. In the description of the icon, there is a link to my video

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Red heart sculpture on the Brela promenade above a turquoise bay, with pine forest, hotels and the church tower behind
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Morten Smalby

Brela

Brela is the first village you hit on the Makarska Riviera when you drive south from Split, and for many people it is also the last one they need. About 1,600 people live here, squeezed between Biokovo mountain and a long chain of pebble beaches with pine trees growing almost into the sea. Punta Rata, the beach with the little rock and its pine trees standing in the water, has been on so many “most

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Recent Videos

Red heart sculpture on the Brela promenade above a turquoise bay, with pine forest, hotels and the church tower behind

Brela

Brela is the first village you hit on the Makarska Riviera when you drive south

Red heart sculpture with the word Šolta at a viewpoint above the sea and the green coast of Šolta

Šolta island

Šolta sits 16 km off Split, close enough to see from the Riva on a

Red heart with #loveomis on the coast of Omiš in Croatia overlooking the sea

Omis

Living in Split, Omiš is my backyard. It is just 25 km down the coast,

Meet Your Hosts

Morten Smalby

Originally from Hadsund, Denmark, I spent almost ten years in Germany before moving to Split in 2004. What made me stay? Amazing quality of life, friendly locals, a relaxed vibe…This city feels like an endless holiday, with everything you need close by but without the rush of a big city.

Oskar Smalby

Originally from Scotland, I’ve spent my whole life—all 4 years of it—in Split. So, I’m basically a local Croatian Westie. Fluent in Croatian, English, and Danish, my job is to handle security on set while the guys are filming.