Located on the beautiful Adriatic coast in southern Croatia, Dubrovnik is a city with a rich and troubled history that was off-limits to tourists for much of the late 20th century. Now that things have cooled off, it has once again become a popular destination for international travelers. It’s full of historic buildings, vibrant food …
With a population of more than 800,000, Zagreb is Croatia’s capital and largest city. It’s located in the northwest portion of the country along the Sava River, and has been continually inhabited since at least the beginning of the 12th century, and probably much longer than that. During much of the ‘90s the country was …
Split, the second-largest city in Croatia and the largest in the Dalmatia region, is a bustling port town with a remarkable landscape. Home to the illustrious Diocletian’s Palace – a World Heritage Site and the city’s most prominent attraction – the former Greek colony was established during the 3rd or 2nd century BC. Recognized as …
With more waterfalls and breathtaking scenery per square kilometer than just about any other place on the planet, the majority of Croatia’s waterfalls are in the Plitvice Lakes National Park and Krka National Park. Though the falls and lakes in these parks are popular sites for locals and tourists alike, with a little leg-work you’ll …
The Adriatic Coastline has always been a real gem. As tourists sought alternatives to the resorts of Western Europe, they discovered this coast only for the Balkans to descend into war. Once those struggles came to an end and Yugoslavia was broken up, tourists gradually returned. Undoubtedly, it is Croatia – a new country with …
Found along the shores of the beautiful Dalmatian coastline of Croatia, Split is one of the most spectacular destinations to visit in the country. Split is steeped in history, with Roman ruins and palaces to discover within the ancient walls. This important city has for centuries been a crossroads between Western Europe and the Balkans, …
The Croatian capital is a veritable hotbed of incredibly rich history, architecture and culture that wonderfully manifests itself in the form of charming cobblestone streets, bustling markets and Baroque cathedrals. The quintessentially historic city offers fascinating sights and UNESCO-listed attractions, but some of the best kept secrets in the area lie outside the city limits. …
The coastal Croatian city of Dubrovnik is majestic and enchanting. Once a hidden gem tucked away in Eastern Europe, Dubrovnik has had a surge in popularity over the past few years thanks to television shows and movies using its picturesque cityscape as a backdrop for their film creations; namely Game of Thrones. Although it is …
Croatia’s third city, Rijeka is a low-key destination less popular with tourists than cities like Dubrovnik and Split, but this only makes it more “real”. Rijeka is a city where you can soak up Croatian daily life: You can mingle with locals over a cup of coffee, meal or night out on Korzo, Rijeka’s busy …
Hvar is the chic capital of a paradisiacal island in Croatia’s Dalmatian region. In the town are white-stoned Venetian renaissance buildings full of precious artworks, and you can potter around Hvar’s galleries, boutiques and cafes or stare open-mouthed at the gleaming super-yachts moored in the harbour. Use Hvar as your HQ for trips through landscapes …