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If you are on vacation it's very likely you will want at least one day where you do not need to cook a meal and instead go out to eat. Not only this, but trying another country's food is part of the traveling experience and can teach you a lot about the culture. After traveling back and forth from the USA to Croatia since 2010 I have been able to compile a pretty substantial list of restaurants. These recommendations are either my favorite places to eat or my Croatian fami

The Fall or Autumn season in Croatian is called Jesen, lasting from September through November. If you are traveling to Croatia during this time of year, you will notice the change of the seasons in the wind. Although there is a greater chance of rain in autumn, more comfortable temperatures are definitely an upside to your stay. Tourist locations are less crowded and you can find great deals on accommodations and flights. With more mild weather, the country is full of fa

Croatia boasts over 1,000 islands, and Krk Island shares the title of the largest with its neighbor, Cres. Both islands span 405.78 square kilometers (156.67 square miles). Located in the northern Adriatic Sea, Krk Island is special. It connects to the mainland via a bridge, constructed between 1976 and 1980. You can also reach Krk by ferry or boat from various mainland locations or other islands. This guide provides essential visitor information and highlights the best sight

It's May or Svibanj in Croatian! Everyone is beginning to buzz because the summer season is right around the corner. Croatia in May is one of the best months of the year to come visit before the summer crowds begin. The weather is warm but not hot and there are plenty of fun spring events to attend. Everything is blooming from flowers to fruits and vegetables. There are still some cooler days but nothing uncomfortable so you can get outside, enjoy the sunshine, but it ma

April, or Travanj in Croatian, is a vibrant month. Flowers bloom, foliage flourishes, and seasonal foods come alive as temperatures rise. There’s so much to do in Croatia in April! Traditions and events beckon you to explore the great outdoors. For all you adrenaline junkies, there are plenty of races to choose from—whether by bicycle, rally car, or foot. This year, Lent , or Veliki Post in Croatian, ends on April 2nd . Good Friday, or Veliki Petak , takes place on April 3r

Happy Women's Day! Celebrate all the lovely ladies in your life with a girls trip to North Coast Croatia. Whether it's your girlfriends, mom and daughter, a bachelorette party, a women's retreat or even your grandma, I've got your back with the best hotels, spas, activities and restaurants to have an unforgettable time! Hotels: Meneghetti Wine Hotel and Winery in Bale , Istria region This 5 star hotel is located near the sea and is surrounded by vineyards and olive grov

March, or Ožujak in Croatian, is the first month of Spring. The weather is usually still on the cooler side, but snow is less likely and a few warmer days are not out of the ordinary. This is a pretty pleasant time of year to hike, run or cycle outside. Croatia in March is perfect for an early springtime day trip with lots of events around to choose from. Depending on the calendar, Carnival comes to an end some years in February and sometimes in March. No matter when Car

Rijeka is the third largest city in Croatia after Zagreb and Split, located along the north coast on the Kvarner Bay. Many Europeans have visited Rijeka but other than that many visitors to Croatia seem to overlook this city, which is unfortunate because Rijeka has so much to offer. It was even honored with the title, European Capital of Culture , in 2020. This travel guide includes all the visitor information you need to know and highlights all the best sights to see to

Whether you are planning a proposal, wedding, honeymoon, anniversary or other special event there are so many romantic locations in Croatia to choose from. I have personal, first hand experience regarding this topic because my wedding and honeymoon to my Croatian husband was in Croatia. Featuring the best dramatic landscapes, luxurious accommodations and other once in a lifetime spots sure to leave your partner awestruck. Igor and I had a small wedding with close family and

November, or Studeni in Croatian, is the last month of fall, but certain parts of the country probably already feel like winter and there might even be snow on top of the tallest mountains. You might still take a walk on the beach, but only the wild would jump in the sea. Bundle up and you can still enjoy the outdoors with hiking, cycling and such or attend one of the many events in Croatia in November. The town of Senj in November All Saints Day (Dan Svih Svetih) in Croa

October, or Listopad in Croatian, really highlights the season's food and is a gorgeous time of year for outdoor activities as much of...

There are countless coffee lovers in the world and I know several of them are Croatian. Like many countries, coffee is a part of Croatia's culture. Going for coffee is almost like a ritual in the morning and an important social element in daily life where many friends meet. It's where major events can happen like holding business meetings or it's where you might just relax and read the newspaper. It is very common for Croatians to have multiple coffees throughout the day.

Istria is a large western peninsula along the north coast of Croatia, known for its rolling hills and plethora of vineyards, olive orchards, truffles and other agro-tourism. It's no wonder why some call Istria, the "Tuscany of Croatia." From Crikvenica it takes only an hour drive to get to the region and once you are there, most highlights are within an hour away from one another making it very convenient to see a lot in a single day. Here's our guide to taking a day trip

Croatian cuisine is something not to be missed while on vacation and I'm here to share all you need to know about it. With seafood...

Wine or vino in Croatian, like Italian, is some of the best in Europe partly due to the country's Mediterranean climate and beautiful blend of mountains and sea that flavors the soil. Most Americans have no idea that Croatia has such fine wine. This is because it is very hard to find Croatian wine in the U.S. since most Croatian wine does not contain preservatives, or as Igor's father liked to say, "chemicals," because they believe it ruins the wine. Wine is a large part of

If you are staying on the Crikvenica Riviera, here are eight great places my local Croatian husband, Igor, and I highly recommend...

Olive oil, or maslinovo ulje in Croatian, is also called "liquid gold" and many olive oil producers from Croatia have won international awards and other high accolades for their oil. Olive groves can easily be found throughout many areas of the country, especially in the regions of Istria, Dalmatia and several islands. Olive oil is used in or on a lot of the food in Croatia, such as soups, on meats, salads, vegetables, pastas, pizzas and bread. You are much more likely to