You’ve made it to Croatia, unpacked your suitcases, the villa terrace is waiting, but there’s one question still nagging at you: Do I have enough cash on me? Do I even need cash on holiday?, and Can I just pay by card like at home? The answer is mostly “it depends.” Here’s what the data […]
Traveling With Your Dog to Croatia in 2026: What You Need to Know
Croatia is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in Europe (if I may say so myself), and there’s zero reasons to not let your dog have some fun too, and see national parks, enjoy the sun and the sea and go on walks, many manyyy walks. Preparing to travel with a pet can […]
Sea View or Beachfront Vacation House: Which Is Better?
You decided on the location. You’re going to Croatia, yay! You narrowed down your accommodation preferences but there’s one dilemma left: beachfront or sea view? Both get marketed as “seaside” villas or vacation homes. Both will have you posting beautiful photos on your Insta. But there are some preferences to consider, especially different prices, and […]
More Than the Arena: Pula Travel Guide
Pula is one of those Croatian cities where even the most ordinary walk becomes a journey through history. The Romans left an indelible mark here, and their legacy still dominates almost every corner of the old town. The most famous monument is, of course, the Pula Arena; and it deserves its flowers. It is one […]
Shop like a local in Croatia: markets, prices and etiquette (2026 guide)
You know that feeling when you visit a new place and it’s as if the word “tourist” is written across your forehead? Well, we’ve made sure that won’t happen to you in Croatia (at least not in the shops). A trip to the market or the supermarket is the fastest way to feel like part […]
Sandy Beaches in Croatia
The Croatian coast is predominantly karstic, so most of its beaches are rocky. However, there are also numerous pebble beaches as well as some sandy beaches. The latter are the rarest (we’re talking real sand, not fine gravel), but they are many people’s favorite. Most of Croatia’s sandy beaches are concentrated in the Kvarner region, […]
Kvarner: Croatia’s best-kept secret is out
Istria and Dalmatia have long drawn the crowds – and for good reason. But tucked between them lies Kvarner, a horseshoe-shaped bay with four major islands, a string of elegant seaside towns, and mountain forests reaching down to the sea. All the appeal of the Croatian coast, with a little more room to breathe. And […]
Summer nights in Pula: Concerts in the Pula Arena
It’s a warm summer evening, and the sounds of your favorite song fill the air. Above you is an open sky, and in front of you is a large audience and your favorite musician. It doesn’t get any better than this, right? There’s one place in Croatia that perfectly captures this magical atmosphere: the Pula […]
Travelling to Croatia: Everything you need to know
Your car is ready and waiting in the driveway, and everyone is excited. But then the questions start: How much will the toll cost? How much does fuel cost? How do I get to the island? If you equip yourself with the necessary information, you can look forward to one of the most beautiful holidays. […]
Pools in private villas: how to choose your ideal pool villa
When we think of our dream holiday, we each have our own ideas. Some prefer a hotel, others a resort with lots of facilities, while others enjoy camping in the countryside and sleeping under the open sky. One thing will find its way to each list – a pool. Whether large, small, deep or shallow, […]
In the Land of Waterfalls: Krka National Park
In the hinterland of Šibenik in Central Dalmatia, you’ll find one of Croatia’s eight national parks, characterised by the approximately 73-kilometer-long Krka River with its numerous rapids and waterfalls. Krka National Park has 47 km of educational hiking trails and 388 km of cycling paths, along which you can admire the water features created by […]