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9 Things You Need To Know When Visiting Croatia

Croatia has a unique and varied history, it has lots of things to see and do and is an all round fascinating country. If you’d like to know more about Croatia, please… click here for our >>> FREE 11,464 word online guide to Croatia <<< No sign up or email address required! 🙂 A Country...

Why We Love Croatian National Parks (And You Should, Too!) [Video]

Croatia has some of the world’s best regarded and most beautiful national parks; there are over 400 protected areas in Croatia which, surprisingly considering Croatia’s small geographical size, include mountains, rivers lakes and islands. The Plitvice Lakes National Park is considered by many to be one of Europe’s greatest natural wonders. It’s surrounded by high...

The Beautifully Haunting Sound Of The Zadar Sea Organ [Video]

Croatia is a forward thinking country in many respects, but an eco-friendly sea powered musical instrument isn’t what you’d expect to find on any trip. Welcome to Zadar, home of the world’s first — and only — sea organ. The Zadar sea organ is an experimental musical instrument constructed out part of the picturesque coastline...

Why You Need To Visit The Plitvice Lakes Before You Die

When it comes to must-see places in Croatia, the Plitvice Lakes should definitely be on your list. Consisting of sixteen lakes, this tourist attraction is one of the most beautiful and popular national parks Croatia has to offer. The Plitvice Lakes are on the UNESCO list of protected natural heritage sites and have been since...

9 Facts About Hvar Croatia (That Will Impress Your Mates)

When people think of Croatia, they mostly think of its coast. They picture a vast blue sea with sunny beaches and lots of islands. The sea people connect Croatia to is the Adriatic, more precisely its eastern coast. These waters are regarded as one of the cleanest in Europe and are warm – the temperature...

26 Facts About Croatia: An A-Z

Each letter relates to a fun fact about Croatia… enjoy! A is for Arena in Pula. It was once the site of gladiator fights. It was built in the 1st century AD during the reign of Emperor Vespasian. B is for Baranya a region in Eastern Croatia, best known by its well-stocked wine cellars and...

Homer Simpson’s Guide To Croatian Beer

Mmm… Beer. Beer is a popular beverage in Croatia. An interesting fact about Croatia is that in 2010 Croatia was the 14th country in the world by beer consumption. Approximately one-half of the adult population consumes beer. According to themselves, Czech people are the best in the area when comes to beer… Yes, they have...

The Ultimate Guide To The Best Croatian Beaches

The Croatian coast has something for everyone – whether you’re travelling alone, with your friend or with a partner, you can always find somewhere to go. From wild party beaches to quiet romantic escapes, the Adriatic coast offers a wide selection of beaches. We’ve listed the best of them for you: 1. Zlatni rat The...

A Timelapse View Of Split Croatia

9 Reasons To Visit Zagreb

Though the coastal destinations are an absolute hit in Croatia, especially during warm summer days, the Croatian capital is definitely not to be missed. Situated in the north-west of the country, by the river Sava, Zagreb is the largest city in Croatia, as well as one of the oldest settlements in this area. Why visit...

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