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CROATIA
This is the iconic land where the mountains meet the seas. From imperial cities like Zagreb, Split, and Dubrovnik, to protected island and water habitats, there's plenty to explore. Both adventurous and luxurious opportunities can be found along the famed Dalmatian coast.
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Where to Go...
Major Cities:
Dubrovnik: the "Pearl of the Adriatic"; an impeccably preserved medieval stone citadel rising from the sea
Split: a coastal powerhouse built on the ruins of the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s Palace; busy ferry port with connections to many islands
Zagreb: the inland capital, celebrated for its architecture and vibrant art scenes; well connected via train and plane
Rijeka: a queer-friendly port city with ferry and road connections to major island hubs and resort towns
Regional Highlights:
Istria: home to a rolling landscape of hilltop medieval villages, olive groves, and truffle forests
Plitvice National Park: interconnected, neon-turquoise lakes cascade in a vast labyrinth of waterfalls
Hvar & the Islands: a glamorous archipelago of lavender-scented fields, private yacht bays, and ancient Venetian stone towns
Hrvatsko Zagorje: a fairytale landscape of lush green hills, thermal springs, and magnificent medieval castles-like Trakošćan
Encounter the Culture
Local Hospitality
Embrace fjaka—the sublime Dalmatian state of mind characterized by a relaxed indifference and doing absolutely nothing. It is a highly respected cultural philosophy along the coast.
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