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Island in Croatian is Otok . To visit all three northern islands you will need an entire day, so if your vacation itinerary is pretty packed and you only have a day to spare this is a great way to make the most out of it. There are several cities and towns to visit on each island. You could spend an entire day on just one island or you could even spend an entire day just in one town. Taking a day trip gives you a taste of each place. Then the next time you visit this are

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

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

The month of February (Veljača in Croatian) may be too cold to lay on the beach, but don't fret, there is plenty of other fun to be had!

Happy New Year or Sretna Nova Godina in Croatian! January or Siječanj is an exciting month in Croatia. Just when you think the partying is over celebrating New Year, you get thrown back in to more festivities with the beginning of Carnival! But first is the celebration of Three Kings Day... January 6th - Epiphany/Three Kings Day The vast majority of Croatians are Catholic and celebrate the Epiphany or Three Kings Day on January 6th. This is a national holiday marking

The winter season in Croatian is called zima, lasting from December through February. Winter in Croatia is cold and if it's windy, even colder. It's rare to snow near the sea, it's more likely to just rain, but nearby mountain tops are covered with powder. The most popular activity in winter is skiing, especially in the Gorski Kotar region. Platak Ski Resort is only a 45 minute drive from our rental apartments and nearby Mrkopalj is known for their cross-country skiin

December, or Prosinac in Croatian, is a month filled with festive holidays! It's the beginning of winter so the temperatures are cold and you will definitely see snow on the mountains. Cities, towns and villages all around the country celebrate the Advent, which begins on the 4th Sunday before Christmas. Advent is the Christian period of waiting for the birth of Jesus and traditionally Croatians used to braid their own round wreath, which symbolizes eternity. This is a t

Croatia's history goes way back to the 6th and 7th centuries and is very complex with different empires and monarchies residing here over the years. It's no wonder there are castles dotting the countryside along the north coast of Croatia. If you're a fan of medieval history, this is where you need to visit. One of the most common kinds you will see in this area are Frankopan castles. The Frankopans and Zrinskis were noble families that ruled parts of Croatia between the

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

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

Only 45 minutes drive from the sea is the Gorski Kotar mountain region of north coast Croatia. It's a hiker's paradise and a great escape when you need a break from the heat and the crowds on the beach in the summer. The area is very popular for alpine and cross-country skiing in the winter as well. Gorski Kotar is growing more popular every year during all seasons. So, take your pick with comfortable temperatures in the summer, beautiful foliage in the fall, a winter won

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

The Fall or Autumn season in Croatian is called Jesen, lasting from September through November. If you are traveling to Croatia during...

September, or Rujan in Croatian, is the beginning of Autumn, or Jesen . If you are traveling to Croatia in September, you will notice...

Istria is a large western peninsula along the north coast of Croatia, known for it's rolling hills and plethora of vineyards, olive...

August, or Kolovoz in Croatian, is the last month of the summer season. August is a busy month for travelers with room rental prices...

Opatija has been called the "Queen of Tourism" and "Croatia's Monte Carlo" being a popular health resort for European high society in...

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

July, or Srpanj in Croatian, is part of the peak season for tourists traveling to the beautiful beaches, islands, national parks and...

Summer, or ljeto in Croatian, is one of the most popular times of the year to visit Croatia. That's why summertime in Croatia is called...