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Beach people, your time of the year has finally begun! June, or Lipanj in Croatian, is the first month of the year where the beautiful coastline really becomes the highlight and the summer season of tourism takes off. With this great weather, there is still plenty to do inland if you're not a beach person. So, if you're traveling to Croatia in June on vacation as an outdoor adventurer, family, sailor, foodie or music lover, there are a lot of fun things to do this month! F

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

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

For all you adventure travelers out there, Croatia has plenty of ways to keep you active! Whether you like sailing on the sea or doing something on land, Croatia has some of the best outdoor activities to please every vacationer. On the Sea: Croatia is the perfect place for avid water sports fans and is a swimmers paradise. The entire western side of the country is on the Adriatic Sea and is where over 1,000 islands sit allowing numerous locations to get wet. That's not al

Family vacations are one of the most memorable travel experiences for kids and adults. Every summer families pack up their suitcases and head to their traditional spot or go on an adventure to a new location. It's a challenge sometimes to know where the best family fun and kid friendly options are, whether that's for younger children or teens. Here are the top-rated activities and hotels for families with kids visiting north coast Croatia: I highly recommend the Crikvenica

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

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 "tourist season." There are positive and negatives to visiting Croatia in the summer. You cannot think about this season without thinking about the beach and Croatia has got a ton of them, not only along the lengthy coastline but on the over 1,000 of its islands as well. Favorite summer outdoor activities include all kinds of water sports

Looking for luxury and relaxation on your vacation? There are plenty of hidden gems along north coast Croatia. Many spa and wellness centers are connected to elegant five star hotels with award winning restaurants. This is not a recent development, the north coast has been catering to high-end clientele since the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Habsburg monarchy. This included governors, archdukes, emperors and empresses, composers, authors, dancers and other royals and art

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

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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...