Early Booking literally means booking your accommodation well in advance, as early in the year as possible (or even before the end of the previous year), regardless of when you’re going on holiday. The benefits of early booking might not be so obvious, but once you get to know them a little better, you’ll realise […]
Local insights: discover Pag
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]