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WHY BOOK A TRIP TO CROATIA
Croatia’s endlessly explorable coastline, dotted with hundreds of pretty little islands and historic cities, has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. Whether you choose to explore the Adriatic coast or venture inland to national parks and cosmopolitan cities, there’s something for everyone.
Walk the 13th-century city walls in Dubrovnik – the real-life King’s Landing from Game of Thrones – and explore Diocletian’s Palace in Split, before venturing over to the Istrian peninsula to see the best-preserved Roman ruins outside of Italy in Pula. Perhaps you’d rather head to the often-overlooked capital, Zagreb, for museums, street art, cafe culture and stunning architecture.
Croatia’s natural beauty, meanwhile, wows visitors time and again. The spectacular Adriatic coast is full of islands, rocky bays and inlets. Large islands like Hvar and Korcula lie alongside tiny, uninhabited islands with pristine sandy beaches – discover as many as possible on a sailing trip along the coast. Head away from the Adriatic for extraordinary national parks – Krka and Plitvice Lakes National Parks offer turquoise-coloured lakes and epic waterfalls – dreamy day trips from the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s the best time of year to visit Croatia?
Shoulder season (May-June and September-October) is the best choice for warm weather and fewer crowds. The peak summer season of July-August will have the warmest temperatures, but beaches and attractions will likely be very busy.
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What’s the climate like?
The Adriatic coast has a typical Mediterranean climate: hot, dry summers and cool, rainy winters. The inland region sees cooler temps and more rainfall than the coast. Temperatures range from -2C in winter to 32C as a high in summer.
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What is Croatia best known for?
In modern times, probably as the setting for some of the most iconic Game of Thrones locations, but more generally speaking Croatia is famous for its bedazzling coastline, dotted with pretty beaches, crystalline waters and quaint little Adriatic islands.
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What’s the currency in Croatia?
Euro
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What language is spoken in Croatia?
Croatian
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What is the time difference in Croatia?
The time zone in Croatia is Central European Standard Time (UTC +1), which means the time here is one hour ahead of London, 6 hours ahead of New York and 9 hours ahead of LA.
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Major Airports in Croatia:
- Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
- Split Airport (SPU)
- Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
- Zadar Airport (ZAD)
- Pula Airport (PUY)
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What are the top five destinations to visit?
- Dubrovnik – the real-life King’s Landing on the Adriatic coast, with gorgeous views over the city’s terracotta rooftops from the 13th-century city walls
- Split – Ancient Greek and Roman history combined with pretty beaches along the coast
- Korcula – one of the most popular islands off the Adriatic, with history, beaches and exceptional wine
- Pula – a laid-back city, home to the best-preserved Roman ruins outside of Italy
- Plitvice Lakes National Park – turquoise lakes and stunning waterfalls, this beautiful national park is a Unesco World Heritage site
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What are the top five Croatian dishes to try?
- Crni rizot – black risotto, made with squid or cuttlefish and especially popular along the coast
- Štrukli – a tasty pastry filled with sour cream and cottage cheese, can be served as a main course or dessert, sometimes with sweet or savoury toppings
- Fritule – a small deep-fried dough ball stuffed with raisins, lemon zest or orange rinds, and local schnapps
- Peka – this is a traditional way of cooking over open flames, usually meat (lamb, veal or octopus) and vegetables cooked together in one pot
- Pašticada – stewed beef cooked in a special sauce, and served with gnocchi or home-made pasta