Are you looking for an island with sandy beaches, local specialties, entertainment, and sports activities, that is also easy to get to? Then Pag is the right choice for you. This Croatian island has the most indented coastline, so beautiful beaches await you at every turn. Pag is a diverse island that offers something for […]
Best time to visit Croatia
Croatia has a beautiful coastline, many historic towns, national parks, islands and magnificent waterfalls, so it’s no surprise that it’s one of the most visited destinations in Europe. Every year more and more people choose to spend their holiday in Croatia. Which time of year should you choose to visit Croatia? In April, it’s less […]
Wine roads of Istria: a dream and a glass of wine
When we think of Istria, we think of the sea, historic towns, wine and truffles. Today, we’re focusing on wine and talking about Istria’s wine routes. Get your glasses ready because we’re taking a short stroll through the concept, history, and practical tips for planning a wine tour. How Istria’s wine roads started Istria has […]
Local insights: let’s go to Umag
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 […]
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 […]
Local insights: discover Novigrad
The Croatian coast is full of interesting destinations you can explore on holiday. And after we already introduced you to Pula, it’s time for another popular tourist town in Istria: Novigrad. Novigrad is a destination that’s especially close to our hearts, because this is where our story began, back in 2015. For this blog post, […]
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 […]
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 […]