Croatia: peaceful escapes and history
A quiet delight in fall and winter.
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General information
Experience the Mediterranean as it once was. Strung along the stunning coast of Croatia, 1,244 islands dot the Adriatic Sea. This new star of the European Union boasts 20 UNESCO Heritage Sites and eight national parks. A middle-sized European country with a big heart, Croatia is a land of open frontiers and upfront customs formalities. From the café culture of its historic cities to the rugged landscapes of continental Croatia, with a packed calendar of festivals, events and a host of home grown gastronomic delights, Croatia is a promising holiday destination.
Experiences from this destination
Go local for Croatia’s best food
Markets, taverns, and cooking traditions.
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Croatia’s growing wine scene
Taste tradition in every sip.
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Croatia’s intriguing escapes
Lakes and beaches known only to locals.
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Croatia’s unforgettable cities
Escape the ordinary.
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Hiking and biking through Croatia
Explore nature the green way.
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Things to do
Croatia’s island escapes
Lose yourself in a paradise of water.
Europe – A Thousand Different Stories
Europe is home to a fascinating array of museums, devoted to every subject imaginable. From Vikings in the north, broken relationships in Croatia to vampires in Brasov. Here is the lowdown on Europes original and unusual museums.
Castles in Europe That Still Rule
Travel back to the Middle Ages with this photo gallery of the most breathtaking castles that still stand in Europe.
Croatiaʼs Plitvice Lakes
Nature’s majesty preserved.
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Croatia’s sports mosaic
Preserving the past and embracing the future.
In search of Istrian gold
Truffle hunting in Croatia’s ancient oak forests.
Mountain Thrills: Hiking and Skiing in Slovenia and Croatia
Welcome to paradise. Between Slovenia’s hundreds of peaks and Croatia’s mountain-lined coast, you’re spoiled with hiking and skiing options.