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If your Mediterranean fantasies feature balmy days by sapphire waters in the shade of ancient walled towns, Croatia is the place to turn them into reality.

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Best Things to Do
Ancient palaces, hikes with sea views, idyllic islands and superb wines: here are the best things to do in charming Croatia.
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Things to Know
Planning your first-ever holiday in Croatia? Here are a few travel tips to make your trip run smoothly.
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Transportation
Find your way around Croatia with this guide to transportation, including local buses, ferries and train services.
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Visa Requirements
With an economy that depends heavily on tourism, Croatia has made it easy for citizens from many nations to come and visit without a visa.
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Money and Costs
Save some money on your vacation to Croatia with this guide to visiting on a budget.
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Traveling with Kids
Kid-friendly beaches, interactive museums and outdoor adventures – Croatia has entertainment for the whole family.
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Best Road Trips
With a glorious Adriatic coastline that reveals one beauty spot after another, Croatia was made for road-tripping. Here are the seven best drives.
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Italy vs Croatia: which dreamy Mediterranean country has the edge?

Mar 22, 2023 • 8 Min read

We’ve asked two passionate travel writers to make the case for each of these two divine Mediterranean destinations.

Beaches
Lonely Plan-it: how to plan a Croatian island-hopping adventure
Feb 7, 2023 • 7 Min read
Your step-by-step guide to getting the most out of a multi-stop trip across Croata’s dazzling islands.
Family Travel
Why Croatia should be your next family holiday destination
Feb 2, 2023 • 7 Min read
Kid-friendly beaches, interactive museums and outdoor adventures – Croatia has entertainment for the whole family.
Tips & Advice
The 16 best places to visit in Croatia
Jan 27, 2023 • 9 Min read
If your Mediterranean fantasy features sapphire waters, sandy beaches and medieval city walls, Croatia ticks all the boxes. Here are the best places to go.
Tips & Advice
Why you should skip Dubrovnik and head to sensational Šibenik instead
Jan 27, 2023 • 5 Min read
Dubrovnik is simply gorgeous, yes – which is why it draws such crowds. Find the same history and charm in lesser-known Šibenik.
Beaches
The 14 best beaches in Croatia
Jan 25, 2023 • 7 Min read
If you’re planning a summer holiday in the Adriatic, start with some of these best beaches in Croatia.
Destination Practicalities
The best ways to travel around in Croatia
Jan 17, 2023 • 6 Min read
Find your way around Croatia with this guide to transportation, including local buses, ferries and train services.
Sports
Croatia's best road trips: 7 itineraries for every kind of adventure
Jan 16, 2023 • 7 Min read
With a glorious Adriatic coastline that reveals one beauty spot after another, Croatia was made for road-tripping. Here are the seven best drives.
Hiking
5 of the best hikes in Croatia
Jan 13, 2023 • 7 Min read
From easy forest walks right outside Zagreb to multiday mountain hikes through wild landscapes, here are the best of Croatia's diverse trekking routes.
Tips & Advice
A reason to travel to Croatia in 2023: meet the eurozone’s newest member
Jan 11, 2023 • 4 Min read
Croatia is a traveler’s paradise loaded with culture, history, beaches and incredible landscapes. And accessing it all just became more hassle-free.