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Too long overshadowed by neighbouring Italy across the Adriatic, Croatia has quickly become one of the most prominent resorts in the Mediterranean region and has become the focus of some of the finest tailor made holidays that Europe has to offer. The beautiful historical cities of Split and Dubrovnik can claim responsibility for much of this appeal and are revered for the attractiveness of their settings and the richness of their heritage. Those seeking luxury hotels in a region that rewards fresh exploration need look no further. Related Article Tags: , , The Croatian Adriatic Coast has always fascinated tourists, holding the biggest archipelago in the Mediterranean with numerous beautiful islands. The advent of Internet technology has led to the spread of specialized resources for Croatia cruising and today many people choose to enjoy such destinations. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Italy’s great natural beauty and exciting cities make it the ideal destination for a camping holiday, but choosing where to go can be a tricky business. Learn more about the three main destinations for camping in Italy Tuscany, the Italian Lakes and the Adriatic Coast. Related Article Tags: , , Croatia, driving Croatia anyway, is forever linked in my mind with the beautiful turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea. That was how we first saw it.... driving for a couple of long leisurely days down the Dalmatian Coast. The country's official name is the Republic of Croatia. It's another of the republics that came out of the breakup of the former state of Yugoslavia for those of you old enough to remember that. (I always liked geography, but you really have to stay on top of changes sometimes.) Related Article Tags: , , , , Croatia, driving Croatia anyway, is forever linked in my mind with the beautiful turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea. That was how we first saw it... driving for a couple of long leisurely days down the Dalmatian Coast. The country's official name is the Republic of Croatia. It's another of the republics that came out of the breakup of the former state of Yugoslavia for those of you old enough to remember that. (I always liked geography, but you really have to stay on top of changes sometimes.) Related Article Tags: , , , , The Pearl of the Adriatic Sea, Croatia's ancient southern city of Dubrovnik is steeped in fascinating history and beautiful monuments and attractions. Its blend of modern and ancient culture and brilliant coastline make a holiday in Dubrovnik hostels a truly unforgettable experience. Related Article Tags: , , Where is the Dalmatian Coast? Many people don't know where it is, but this gem of a coastline is not going to stay unknown and "undiscovered" for long. If we said it has old world charm, natural beauty, welcoming people and delicious food, would that give you a clue? How about if we threw in warm weather, beautiful beaches and historic towns? Related Article Tags: , , World travelers, take note: there is no beauty superior to that which can be absorbed by witnessing the natural spenders and the cultural richness of Croatia. The jewel of the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia is Dubrovnik. Sometimes you have to wonder if a destination you have heard about for years will live up to its reputation.... This one definitely does. We have to tell you, Dubrovnik justly deserves its title "Pearl of the Adriatic". I mean, where else can you find marble streets lined with baroque buildings all topped with red tile roofs? Add in that the whole pretty city is surrounded by intact city walls... and it's no wonder it's a favorite holiday destination for almost everyone who visits. Related Article Tags: , ,
Where is the Dalmatian Coast? Many people don't know where it is, but this gem of a coastline is not going to stay unknown and "undiscovered" for long. If we said it has old world charm, natural beauty, welcoming people and delicious food, would that give you a clue? How about if we threw in warm weather, beautiful beaches and historic towns? Would you guess Greece? Italy? Maybe even Spain? I suppose it could be any of the above, but the Dalmatian Coast is in Croatia... and it is fast becoming a hot tourist destination. Related Article Tags: , , Croatia is one of the countries well-known as nautical paradises. The nature is still untouched and the coast remained unpolluted and free of huge building and houses. Alongside its 5800 km long coast there are thousand islands which are very tempting for ones who want to explore. Numerous small bays and crystal clear sea are one of the reasons why passionate yachtsmen often visit Adriatic. The Croatian coats is relatively near the Middle-European cities (a flight from London lasts for 2hrs , from Munich for just one hour). Related Article Tags: , , , , , , Dubrovnik, also known as “the Pearl of the Adriatic” is a city on the Adriatic Sea coast in the extreme south of Croatia. The name originates from the Proto-Slavic term for an oak forest, which was abundantly present in the hills north of the walled city of Dubrovnik by the end of he 11th century. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , Situated on the Adriatic coast is a small and beautiful country called Croatia. Famous for its sprawling Yacht industry, Croatia is growing rapidly as a tourist destination. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , Zadar is one of the most beautiful towns in the coastal Croatia. It has this distinctive flavor of the past mixed with contemporary. Placed neatly on small peninsula with shiny and polished stone streets it is somehow built to fit human measures. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , The Istria is the biggest peninsula within the warm Adriatic Sea in the middle of the Gulf of Trieste and Kvarner Bay. Istria can be described as a province of Croatia, boarded by Slovenia together with Italy. It has Mediterranean weather conditions, coupled with the effect of the sea water. Across the eastern coastline of the Istrian peninsula lies Rabac and Labin, that are two little towns. They perform as amazing holiday destination. Rabac is usually labeled as "The Pearl around the Kvarner Bay", due to the pride of white pebble beaches and the beautiful panorama, which is stretching through the sea-coast and gains tourists from various parts of the planet. Related Article Tags: , , , , Croatia is one of the most popular camping destinations. With over one thousand islands with varying sizes and population, Croatia offers campers a lot of alternatives to choose from. Moreover, Croatia is known to have a mixture of climates. Along the cost it is Mediterranean, continental in the north and east and the south-central region has a semi-highland and highland climate. So, if you are looking forward to take some time out of your busy schedule and enjoy the outdoors, camping in Croatia can just be the right option. Related Article Tags: , , , The breed was named after Dalmatia, a place in Western Yugoslavia on the Adriatic sea, which at one time was part of Austria. However, the dogs were known in other parts of the world as well long before they acquired the name of Dalmatians. Related Article Tags: , , , The Island of Hvar is situated in Croatia, near the Adriatic Sea. Well known for its long period of sunshine per year, the Island of Hvar creates the perfect environment for agriculture and winter tourism. People think that the sun effects on the Island of Hvar are therapeutic and this phenomenon attracts many tourists with different health problems every year. The Island of Hvar is also popular for the smell of lavender which is always present on this beautiful island and also for the first public theatre which is built in the town Hvar. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , The modern-day capital of Montenegro, Podgorica and is by far the country's largest city. For that reason there's a lot to be said and done in Podgorica and the city's tremendous historic and cultural importance to Montenegro is hard to overestimate. Related Article Tags: , , Croatia's beautiful coastline with more than one thousand stunning islands only a short distance from the mainland offers safe easy navigation in clear blue waters. The mainland coast consists of Istria, the Croatian Riviera and Dalmatia and in addition there are an incredible 1,187 islands of which only 67 are inhabited. The length of coastline including the islands is 5,835 km. The islands account for over 4,000 km of coastline, Krk and Cres are the two largest. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
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