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CROATIA
Hungary
Slovenia
• Ljubljana 
• Zagreb 

CROATIA
•
Opatija • Rijeka 
• Rovinj
• Pula  • Plitvice Lakes National Park

Serbia
Bosnia and
• Zadar  Herzegovina

• Krka National Park
• Sibenik • Sarajevo 
Trogir • • Split 
•
Brac • Makarska • Mostar
•
Hvar
•
Vis
•
Italy Korcula Montenegro
•
•
Mljet • Slano
Sipan
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT  Dubrovnik •
ATTRACTION • Kotor
CROATIA

With its stunning lakes, sparkling Adriatic coastline and medieval architecture, it’s easy to see why Croatia’s popularity
as a tourist destination grows steadily each year. While the inland capital of Zagreb boasts a host of museums, cafés and
stunning Austro-Hungarian architecture, it’s the coastal towns of Dubrovnik and Split that capture the lion’s share of visitors.

NATIONAL PARKS DELECTABLE FARE HISTORIC TOWNS
PLITVICE, KRKA, MJET CAFÉS, BARS, STREET FOOD ADRIATIC COAST
Croatia boasts stunning national parks that Food lovers will relish local, regional Head to the Adriatic coast to take full
complement many island-based itineraries. specialities based on Italian, Turkish, advantage of Croatia’s historic towns
The most visited of the parks are Krka and Hungarian and Mediterranean influences. including Dubrovnik (also known as the
Plitvice, both famous for their stunning Try burek, black risotto, Pag lamb and ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’), Trogir, Hvar and
lakes and waterfalls and perfect for a day cheese. Satisfy sweet cravings with Spilt. Fortified walls, marble palaces and
of walking or hiking. Mjet National Park is a strudels, doughnuts, buttery biscuits medieval architecture create a sense of
favourite among adventure seekers. and cream filled pastries. stepping into a magical time trap.

ADRIATIC ISLANDS PULA AMPHITHEATRE ZAGREB
VIS, KORCULA, MJET PULA THE NATION'S CAPITAL
Many of Croatia’s 1000 islands are easy to This 2000 year old Roman amphitheatre The Croatian capital city is small, but worth
reach and are all unique. Hvar is known for once hosted gladiatorial contests and a visit. Head to the main sightseeing part of
its luxury and nightlife and Mljet for peace attracted crowds of up to 20,000 people. the city, known as the Upper Town. Here,
and tranquillity. Vis boasts a thriving food Constructed during the 1st century, it's one discover the Church of St. Mark, Lotrscak
scene, while the beautiful island of Korcula of the best preserved of its kind. Today, this Tower, Zagreb Cathedral and the Museum
boasts an historic, medieval town, secluded near intact stadium hosts the annual Pula of Broken Relationships. When the sun goes
beaches and serene swathes of nature. Film Festival, live shows, and opera. down, head to the popular Tkalciceva Street.

FESTIVALS BEACHES TV LOCATIONS
NATIONWIDE ISLANDS & COASTLINE VIS & SPLIT
Croatia hosts an impressive array of With over 1000 islands and almost 4000 Croatia has provided a spectacular
festivals, from more serious events in kilometres of island coastline, there is backdrop for several television shows and
Zagreb, to whimsical and fun summer no shortage of beaches in Croatia. The Hollywood movies. Game of Thrones was
festivals along the Adriatic coast. These majority are pebbled and pleasantly devoid filmed in Split and Dubrovnik while the
include film festivals, DJs, beach parties, of development. The most popular is musical Mama Mia 2 was filmed on the
folk fairs and religious festivals. Zlatni Rat on the island of Brac. island of Vis.

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