The Dalmatian coast of Croatia is dotted with delightful beaches overlooked by mountains and pine forests. Whether you opt for beautifully-restored Dubrovnik, the historic city of Split or one of the island hotspots like Hvar or Brac, throw in good food and friendly people and you have one of Europe's most underrated destinations. 
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Croatia, which is often described as the “Mediterranean as it once was”, has hundreds of kilometres of stunning coastline, unspoilt beaches and more than 1,000 islands peppering the clear waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Visit historical cities like Dubrovnik in southern Dalmatia and Zagreb in continental Croatia. Enjoy the natural beauty of islands such as Mljet, ranked amongst the ten most beautiful islands in the world by Time Magazine.
There’s Istria, the triangular-shaped peninsula on the country’s northern coast which has a big Italian influence. Again, it’s full of historical sites such as the large Roman Amphitheatre in Pula. Further inland are stunning National Parks such as Plitvice and Krka with fast flowing rivers, pounding waterfalls and lakes, perfect for watersports.
Our hand-picked selection of hotels, guesthouses, villas and apartments ranges from 3- to 5-star, each chosen because it offers something special in terms of quality, location or uniqueness - and in many cases all three.
Eating is an important part of any holiday and gastronomic delights are plentiful. Fine cuisine will often include the freshest of fish and, predominantly in the Northern provinces, dishes laced with Croatia’s scented truffles. Try the local hard cheese with prsut and a fine wine - we recommend Dingac or Posip from the Peljesac Peninsular, Kozlovic from the Northern territories, or Plenkovic from the Island of Hvar.
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