
Meet Natasa
Dear Guests,
Welcome to my hometown, Split, the heart of Central Dalmatia. My name is Natasa Mardesic, and I am a certified local guide with a license to conduct tours in English, German, and Italian.
For me, being a guide is so much more than just a job. I am dedicated to being present in the moment to give you my very best. My personal passion lies in exploring hidden ancient wisdom, mythology, and the sacred feminine, so I am always open to deep questions and progressive ideas.
For over 10 years, I have been working with individuals and groups on day and multi-day programs focusing on history and culture, as well as hiking, sailing, gastronomy, and wine.
As an avid travel enthusiast, I have enjoyed hiking extensively and particularly loved high-altitude trekking (above 5,500 meters). I was honored to represent Croatia as an ambassador of my country at various international tourist fairs throughout the EU and to host foreign journalists participating in Croatian sailing regattas.
I have also contributed to numerous cultural projects, served as a project manager for various tourist publications, and worked as an editor for Hübners Who Is Who, an encyclopedia published by a Swiss company.
In addition to 15 years of non-formal education, attending various workshops that helped me seek truth and live a purposeful life, I completed professional programs in tourism, including:
- Storytelling and Interpretive Guide Certification from Interpret Europe (Split, 2024)
- Professional Tourist Guide Exam at Aspira – University College of Management and Design (Split, 2014)
- Professional Program in Tourist Agency Management at the Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism (Split, 2009)
- Cambridge First Certificate in English (Loughton, UK, 1991)
- Advanced German Language Certificate (Deutsch als Fremdsprache Oberstufe) at Lissania (Frankfurt, 1993).
As we walk through the centuries together, I look forward to sharing the rhythm of the Universe and the experience of life’s sacred dance with you, my dear guests!
Warm regards,
Natasa Mardesic
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