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Things you Need to Know if You Go to Croatia

Geography

Croatia is located on the Adriatic Sea and it has a stunningly beautiful and long coastline. Croatian islands are amazing and there you will find everything you need for the perfect vacation. Probably you know that Zagreb is the capital. Its Christmas market is the best in Europe. Croatia is one of Europe’s most popular getaway destinations, attracting thousands of international tourists. It also boasts gorgeous natural landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, beautiful beaches, islands, hilltop towns, the culinary scene, great weather.

Summer

The heart of the tourist season is in July and August. If you do not like tourist crowds visit Croatia in June or September because the weather is wonderful, and the sea is warm. Summertime is definitely the best period in the year to visit the Croatian coastline. Thanks to the great airlines offer it is easy to come to Croatia from anywhere in the world. There are a lot of direct flights from all over Europe to major Croatian cities. One of the favourite cities – Split is good connected by flights with the rest of the world throughout the year.

Destinations

Visitors are usually attracted by coastal towns like Split, Dubrovnik, Zadar, Šibenik. That long, rugged coast is backed by mountains with a lot of offshore islands that are very special. You can choose between secluded places or some trendy, party hotspot. There is much to see and visit. A very good option is to choose a central place for your vacation, such as Split, and from there go on day trips to national parks, islands, and waterfalls.

Nightlife

Croatia has become one of the favorite party places in Europe. If you like to hang out, then you should come to Croatia and enjoy in unforgettable parties and festivals. If you are not an intense partier, there are a lot of clubs and restaurants where you can chill and drink your cocktail. From the capital city of Zagreb, right through to popular Novalja, than Split, Makarska, Dubrovnik you will find your party spot.

Island hopping

What could be better than spending a holiday hopping from island to island? Island hopping is one of the most popular things to do in Croatia. Croatian Adriatic offers one of the most compelling seascapes in Europe. There is public transport, but only to main islands. You can rent a boat and spend your entire vacation touring the islands. Or you can choose a beach, a bay or natural phenomenon like the Blue Cave and take a tour.

Croatian currency

Croatia is a member of the European Union, but it (still) doesn’t use the Euro. The Croatian currency is Kuna with an exchange rate of about 7.5 kn for 1 €, 7 kn for 1 $, and 10.3 kn for 1 £.

If you have never been to Croatia, you must visit it. No matter which part of the country you choose and what you see you will surely enjoy and want to come back.

If you decided to spend your summer vacation in Croatia, you made a great decision! Croatia is one of the best summer destinations and we are sure you will have the best  holidays. There are plenty of things to do and to visit in Croatia. Here are some facts you should know if you are going to come to this beautiful country.

Geography

Croatia is located on the Adriatic Sea and it has a stunningly beautiful and long coastline. Croatian islands are amazing and there you will find everything you need for the perfect vacation. Probably you know that Zagreb is the capital. Its Christmas market is the best in Europe. Croatia is one of Europe’s most popular getaway destinations, attracting thousands of international tourists. It also boasts gorgeous natural landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, beautiful beaches, islands, hilltop towns, the culinary scene, great weather.

Summer

The heart of the tourist season is in July and August. If you do not like tourist crowds visit Croatia in June or September because the weather is wonderful, and the sea is warm. Summertime is definitely the best period in the year to visit the Croatian coastline. Thanks to the great airlines offer it is easy to come to Croatia from anywhere in the world. There are a lot of direct flights from all over Europe to major Croatian cities. One of the favourite cities – Split is good connected by flights with the rest of the world throughout the year.

Destinations

Visitors are usually attracted by coastal towns like Split, Dubrovnik, Zadar, Šibenik. That long, rugged coast is backed by mountains with a lot of offshore islands that are very special. You can choose between secluded places or some trendy, party hotspot. There is much to see and visit. A very good option is to choose a central place for your vacation, such as Split, and from there go on day trips to national parks, islands, and waterfalls.

Nightlife

Croatia has become one of the favorite party places in Europe. If you like to hang out, then you should come to Croatia and enjoy in unforgettable parties and festivals. If you are not an intense partier, there are a lot of clubs and restaurants where you can chill and drink your cocktail. From the capital city of Zagreb, right through to popular Novalja, than Split, Makarska, Dubrovnik you will find your party spot.

Island hopping

What could be better than spending a holiday hopping from island to island? Island hopping is one of the most popular things to do in Croatia. Croatian Adriatic offers one of the most compelling seascapes in Europe. There is public transport, but only to main islands. You can rent a boat and spend your entire vacation touring the islands. Or you can choose a beach, a bay or natural phenomenon like the Blue Cave and take a tour.

Croatian currency

Croatia is a member of the European Union, but it (still) doesn’t use the Euro. The Croatian currency is Kuna with an exchange rate of about 7.5 kn for 1 €, 7 kn for 1 $, and 10.3 kn for 1 £.

If you have never been to Croatia, you must visit it. No matter which part of the country you choose and what you see you will surely enjoy and want to come back.

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