Pronounced “core-choo-lar”, this is an island loved by the British, possibly because of its Second World War history and the connections with the late Sir Fitzroy Maclean (his book “Eastern Approaches” is worth reading). Many visitors choose a two centre holiday combining the island with a resort close to Dubrovnik. Korcula is beautiful and covered […]
The large and fertile Peljesac peninsula is located in the southern part of Croatia’s Dalmatia region. Just across the water, barely 15 minutes by ferry is the beautiful island of Korcula. Both are connected by their maritime history and both are convenient for the famous city of Dubrovnik further south. (Peljesac is pronounced “pell-yer-shatts”). Ston […]
Located in the Dalmatia region in the South of Croatia, Hvar is the island that everyone around the world seems to have heard of, while local islanders are bemused by Hvar’s world fame. In the past ten years or so, press coverage has mentioned the “jet set island” with images of celebrities arriving by super-yacht […]
The heart shaped peninsula in the north west corner of Croatia is a very special region and many writers have called it “Croatia in miniature” because, they say, “it has everything”. Istria is very close to Italy (two hours by catamaran from Pula, Rovinj, Porec to Venice), inland the rolling hills around the Mirna valley […]
Located in the southernmost region of Croatia, Konavle is often referred to as the “Konavle Valley” but it is much more than a valley. Bordering Bosnia-Hercegovina to the east and Montenegro to the south, it covers approximately 125 square miles and has a population of around 10,000 people. Some 30 villages and hamlets are dotted […]
As with most places in the Dalmatia region, the island produces excellent olive oil, local cheeses (usually sheep or goat), fruit and vegetables (much of it organic). Fresh fish is delicious. Special mention goes to lamb from Brac: in Croatia is as sought after as crab from Cromer in the UK. The animals usually graze […]
The island of Brac (pronounced “bratch”) is the third biggest island in Croatia (after Cres and Krk further north in the Kvarner region). Brac is less talked about than Hvar, the neighbouring island to the south yet many travellers comment that Brac is a beautiful island with fabulous beaches and one that has not been […]
Dubrovnik in a day – follow our 6 hours in Dubrovnik guide from the Croatia Experts: 1. Take a walk around the city walls, you will get a good perspective of the city and enjoy some amazing views. TIME: Up to 1 hour 2. Take a trip on the Cable car where you will experience […]
An Insider’s Guide 1. LOVRIJENAC FORTRESS The fortress is actually part of the famous Dubrovnik city walls but because this imposing stronghold stands separately from the walls, many people think it cannot be visited. It can and is included in the standard entrance ticket for the walls. Accessed by climbing steps by the bus […]
A VINEYARD THAT WAS ONCE AN AIRFIELD… THE ORIGINS OF FINGERPRINTING… A BEACH THAT CHANGES SHAPE… AND MORE The islands of Vis, Hvar, Brac and Solta in the Dalmatia region of Croatia may all share the things that make a wonderful holiday – pretty coves and beaches, crystal clear sea, pine covered walking paths, […]
