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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Šulić Beach Dubrovnik
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Beaches in Dubrovnik

Most people visit Dubrovnik for the UNESCO-protected walled Old Town and, in recent years, for its role as King’s Landing in Game of Thrones! Fewer people come for a beach holiday, but Dubrovnik actually has quite a few beaches — more than 10 within the city limits. Personally, I never connected Dubrovnik with beaches. During my recent visit, I made it to most of the beaches in town and was quite surprised. Below you can

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Šulić Beach Dubrovnik

Beaches in Dubrovnik

Most people visit Dubrovnik for the UNESCO-protected walled Old Town and, in recent years, for

Island Mljet Croatia

Island Mljet

I finally made it to Mljet, a destination that has been on my bucket list

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.