When we think of Umag, tennis is probably the first thing that comes to mind. Fair enough, this summer the tournament once again filled the stands and the town. But once the tennis players pack their bags, Umag remains. That is the Umag we are talking about today. We talked to colleagues who live in […]
Bite by bite through Istria: Central Istria Walk & Taste
Even though we are close to the sea, we are not heading to the beach in this article. We’re going to the Central Istria. Central Istria Walk & Taste is a series of free tours through six towns that often stay off the usual tourist routes. This year the event is organized from 17 to […]
Is the tap water in Croatia safe to drink?
Croatia is known for its beautiful coastline and crystal-clear sea. But if you’re planning a vacation here, you’re probably wondering about the quality of the drinking water and whether tap water is safe to drink. We have investigated this in more detail, and below, we provide all the necessary information. Sources of drinking water in […]
Exploring Cape Kamenjak: What to See, When to Go and Where to Stay
If you are exploring villas in southern Istria, Cape Kamenjak is sure to be on the list of attractions you plan to visit. And with good reason! Take a look at what awaits you when you arrive at Cape Kamenjak, what to bring with you, where to swim and where the best villas in the […]
Cycling the Parenzana: our favourite way to see three countries by bike
Ask anyone in our team for a top activity in Istria and the Parenzana comes up within the first minute. There are plenty of bike trails in Istria, but only one that lets you say you cycled through three countries along a route once travelled by steam trains. The Parenzana links Trieste in Italy with […]
Climate in Croatia: average temperatures by month and season
If Croatia were one of the US states, it would rank 42nd out of 50, it would be the 9th smallest state (just between West Virginia and Maryland). Croatia covers 56,561 km². So how is it possible that within a few hours you can go from short sleeves, to a light jacket, to a swimsuit, […]