Located in the northwest of Croatia, the country’s capital of Zagreb is characterized by 18th and 19th Century Austro-Hungarian architecture, notably through its Catholic influence. The city lies on the River Sava, a tributary of the River Danube. Altitude and climate-wise, Zagreb lies at around 300 feet, enjoys warm summers, mild – seldom below freezing […]
Peaks and Promenades Around Makarska in Croatia
Croatia is fringed by a long, naturally beautiful coastline. In particular, the region of Dalmatia is blessed with dramatic seascapes studded with islands. The Makarska Riviera in this region winds along the coast for sixty kilometres between the villages of Brela and Gradac. This Riviera is famous for its crystal clear waters and sandy beaches, a rarity […]
Three Beautiful Towns in Dalmatia, Croatia: Split, Trogir and Dubrovnik
Dalmatia is a very distinct, historical region of southern Croatia. It comprises the central coastline of the country, hundreds of islands and several mountains. The Town of Split in Dalmatia Split is the capital of Dalmatia and the second largest city in Croatia. A short stroll along its wide promenade, Riva, brought me to the […]
Istria in Croatia – challenging Costa del Sol?
It is several years since I last visited the peninsula of Istria in Croatia. Then, I was enchanted by the natural beauty of its rugged coastline but I struggled to find a hotel where I would like to stay. Most of the accommodation was drab, old fashioned and inconveniently placed in relation to the sea. […]
5 Fun Things to do in Split Croatia
Split is a great city to spend a few days in for anyone looking for history, food and drink, and top beaches. Thanks to it’s location, it’s an ideal base camp to explore the Dalmatian Coast from, with convenient boat connections from Split harbour taking you to the picturesque Croatian islands. Read on to discover […]
The Best Islands in Croatia
Tiny and secluded, verdant and traditional or trendy and glamorous, the islands of Europe have always been a magnet for tourists in search of an authentic beach holiday. Although not as famous as those of Italy or Spain, the Croatian coastline is peppered with dozens of glorious islands, from the rugged and remote to genuine […]