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Grand Park Hotel Rovinj
The hotel also has a wellness area, and the lift looked quite wild, but still had a hand sanitiser.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6294212286.jpg Entrance area. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d178e9b48f.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6a9d85462c.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2ededf6c45.jpg The pool looked great in the pictures, but I didn't really feel comfortable there. Everything was fine, but somehow it wasn't a happy place. https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f71a50642a.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...91b50cc96c.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0e9003b513.jpg From the indoor pool, you could swim outside into the heated outdoor pool, but there were no areas for relaxing. https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6bc7a6ba4f.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1baf26d62d.jpg There were two more pools. One had a bar area, which was closed. The pool was unused because it was unheated. Not very appealing in October. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...71b4f4f6b8.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c7fb018330.jpg The other pool with a beautiful view was also only marginally heated at best, but someone even swam in it (briefly). https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0ef3d2c9c9.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...e4edb14637.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...06568a9368.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...574a196c2e.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f70f05f3c1.jpg I visited the pool area exactly once, then that was enough for me. |
Grand Park Hotel Rovinj - Laurel & Berry
On the first evening, we went to Laurel & Berry, the hotel's casual restaurant. It also serves as a breakfast restaurant and is located in the lower part of the lobby (as can be seen in one of the photos). I don't find the room particularly atmospheric, but it's OK for a casual meal.
I only pictured one page of the menu. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...8e911f1ef0.jpg Bread https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...15dd970e6d.jpg Homemade lobster ravioli, simmered peas, truffles, bisque and preserved lemon. https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...10468a5284.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...df9426d8a4.jpg Good, but at €38, not particularly cheap. Seared scallops, artichokes, bagna cauda, trout pearls https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ad8506e4a2.jpg Clear for €32, but solid. A pot of bouillabaisse, lobster, scampi, catch of the day, polenta with soft garlic and parsley. https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...09dd4812a8.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...a515f35142.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9d699e7c26.jpg It tasted good, and I thought €42 was OK compared to the other dishes, especially since it was offered as a dish to share. It's always a bit messy to pick at, so I don't want to order anything like that again in future (at least that's my intention). Rice pudding, amaranth popcorn, mango and maracuja sorbet https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...20ff31b499.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...e11b25d792.jpg That was tasty too. A non-alcoholic wine cost €55. Our wine has a retail price of at least €14. They also had a Dr. Zenzen on the menu, which cost €53, whereas it costs €5.99 at my local supermarket. €5.99 is OK (Dr. Zenzen isn't particularly great), but €53 certainly isn't. The bill https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0bc18d9f3a.jpg The food was reasonable, but we didn't need to be rolled out. Considering what we got for our €196, it was very expensive. |
Grand Park Hotel Rovinj
Let's move on to breakfast, where I was really surprised. There was a very extensive menu with lots of choices, and everything was included (sad that this even needs to be mentioned).
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Arena Pula
We went to Pula and started at the amphitheatre. You could park right next to the arena. Some people warn against using the car park because it is ‘expensive’. I paid a few euros there, which I can just about survive.
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...162782b237.jpg The arena itself is in very good condition and well worth seeing. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c8fed0213c.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7e20eaa107.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3ecf392a4d.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...79fe323535.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...55ce4eca47.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3d61977cfb.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2a360714ee.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...761b88b036.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...01996ac6b2.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...b8759e0839.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...fe2783eeb9.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...bd51870f49.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...32a37f4b9d.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9eddd2f08b.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d084b23bc0.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d7f76de3ce.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7ef06973c5.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...13af40958f.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5eb4489472.jpg There is also a small museum in the basement. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c9274f48d7.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5e3ec2626f.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c33fda6b9e.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f5aa62d1c3.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1dd50c16b5.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3ba5ead413.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...488dda818d.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...38c8862c67.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...070f73e594.jpg |
St. Theodor’s Quarter Pula
There are many archaeological remains in Pula, and St. Theodore's Quarter is one of the smaller ones.
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Originally Posted by offerendum
(Post 37617001)
It's always a bit messy to pick at, so I don't want to order anything like that again in future (at least that's my intention).
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Originally Posted by Fabo.sk
(Post 37622976)
Tis the reason I don't like eating seafood... cooking can be a chore, eating shouldn't.
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Cathedral Pula
Pula Cathedral was on the way. I would have liked to go inside, but it was closed the whole time. No opening hours were displayed, but according to the internet it was open.
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Forum Square Pula
Forum Square is the old centre of Pula, commemorated by the Temple of Augustus.
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Monastery and Church of St. Francis Pula
St. Francis is somewhat hidden away, and the façade is currently being renovated.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...741cb6208c.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6fc2e64a51.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...fd491ddf5e.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6348dfea94.jpg The monastery has a beautiful cloister. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ad802e723d.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...632466743e.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c8f1f1c7d9.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c276b91133.jpg The golden altar is particularly striking in the church. https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2b270a6861.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5554137862.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5b6712b793.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f71598c332.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2e112efc79.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...8ddcf7c0e8.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d2ad4a331f.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ff9d9e6cba.jpg There is still a little exhibition space left. https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...b863cd750b.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...36902ad095.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6a84f78b2e.jpg |
Fortress of Pula
The fortress (Kastell) is located on a hill in the centre of the town.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4168051cc4.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9521f7a98d.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...66eaca9fe0.jpg The visit is particularly worthwhile because of the view. https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1be620c6f0.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...fc77dce04c.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3e88ef7813.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...386d32194c.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d66a3f5771.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...8d6e6462d1.jpg There is also a pharmacy and an exhibition about the Austro-Hungarian Empire era. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9499a1bc9b.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6e44187f0b.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...b1089fa4e5.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...23af43b319.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...03183fc5f0.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...830316c1f0.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...66aee2a758.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...04c7ae5e7b.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0b8b4a518a.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d5a8f19e2d.jpg |
Zerostraße Pula
Admission to the fortress also includes a visit to the tunnels, known as Zerostraße. These were built as air-raid shelters and allow visitors to move safely beneath the city.
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Pula
Here are a few more impressions from the old town of Pula.
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Vodnjan
Vodnjan is a small town with a rather large church (St. Blaise—the largest sacred building in the region), which houses one of the largest collections of relics in Europe, including the famous mummies. To my surprise, however, the church was closed; it seems that it is no longer open in October. So I had to content myself with viewing it from the outside.
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