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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

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

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

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

For all you active travelers out there, Croatia has plenty of ways to keep you moving! Whether you like sailing on the sea or doing...

April, or Travanj in Croatian, is an eye-catching month of the year with all the flowers, foliage and seasonal food coming to life as...

Flower Festival in Crikvenica Spring, or Proljeće in Croatian, is right around the corner and it's the perfect time of year to visit...

People always say the English language is really difficult to learn, and it is, but I think learning Croatian is even harder. It is a...

The winter season in Croatian is called Zima, lasting from December through February. Winter in Croatia is cold and if it's windy even...