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Opatija has been called the "Queen of Tourism" and "Croatia's Monte Carlo" being a popular health resort for European high society in the 19th century when Croatia was part of the Austro-Hungarian empire. The town of Opatija is just a few minutes drive northwest of the city of Rijeka at the beginning of the Istrian Peninsula and along the Adriatic Coast in the Kvarner Bay. This visitor's guide includes all the travel information you need to know and accents all the best sig

July, or Srpanj in Croatian, is part of the peak season for tourists traveling to the beautiful beaches, islands, national parks and historical sights this country has to offer. This month has some of the heaviest visitor traffic so come prepared to deal with more crowds wherever you are. Who can blame them? July in Croatia offers wonderful summer weather along the sea and inland. Peak summer season begins mid-July and lasts through mid-August. It's busy no matter where y

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 plucked fresh from the Adriatic daily and year round markets full of fresh produce, meats, dairy and baked goods, your tastebuds are certain to be tantalized. Croatian food is and has always been organic. They do not need labels or stickers separating conventional vs. organic and they do not call it "organic," they just call the food item by it

Croatia is known for its stunning beaches along the Adriatic Coast. The waters here are some of the clearest and cleanest blue you will ever see, both on the mainland and on one of its 1,000 islands. There are four main kinds of beaches in Croatia: sandy, pebbly, concrete, and rocky beaches. Each type has something unique to offer during your vacation. The Crikvenica Riviera, on the northern coast, features the city of Crikvenica and the towns of Selce, Dramalj, and Jadranovo

Crikvenica's Main Port & Marina Boat tours are a great way to see the islands near and around the north coast of Croatia. There are numerous destinations that can be explored in a single day. From Crikvenica 's port next to the city's main square, some of the most popular trips to take are to the towns of Vrbnik or Baška on the island of Krk or to the island of Rab . Anchors away! Here's what to expect on a boat tour from Crikvenica: Igor and I on the island of Rab. O

Location, location, location! It is so important when making big decisions, such as deciding where you want to go on your next trip. You are in luck because Crikvenica , Croatia's location offers the best vacation and I'm going to tell you why. The city sits along the northern coastal region of the Adriatic sea, also known as the "Kvarner Coast or Region" of Croatia near the Vinodol Valley, which means "wine valley" and the Velebit mountain range. Being in the northern

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 area

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