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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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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.