{"id":426758954,"count":1,"description":"<p data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"945\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-44001 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/destinations-europe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Chypre-19-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"Vue de Dubrovnik en Croatie\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/>Straddling the Adriatic and Central Europe, Croatia blends heritage, nature and a laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle. Its indented coastline, dotted with more than a thousand islands \u2014 including Hvar, Bra\u010d and Kor\u010dula \u2014 offers turquoise coves, elegant harbours and stone villages with pastel shutters. From Dubrovnik, the \u201cPearl of the Adriatic\u201d, to Split and Diocletian\u2019s Palace, via Zadar and its Sea Organ, each city has a strong identity and a long history. Inland, Zagreb charms with a human-scale centre, caf\u00e9 culture and lively arts, while national parks such as Plitvice (terraced lakes), Krka (waterfalls) and Paklenica (superb hiking) delight outdoor lovers.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1630\">Croatia suits both authenticity-seekers and fans of chic relaxation: island-hopping, coastal hikes, ancient and medieval sites, and a simple, flavourful cuisine \u2014 grilled fish and seafood, Istrian olive oil and truffles, pr\u0161ut, and Dalmatian or Slavonian wines. Pebble beaches mean exceptionally clear water, ideal for snorkelling and paddleboarding. Peak season runs July\u2013August; May\u2013June and September\u2013October are perfect for warm weather without the crowds. Getting around is easy with car, buses and ferries, and itineraries are flexible \u2014 city breaks in Zagreb plus Plitvice, an Istrian loop between Rovinj and Pula, or a Dalmatian route from Split to Dubrovnik via the islands.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1675\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Practical information about Croatia<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"2297\">\ud83d\udccd <strong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1691\">Capital<\/strong>: Zagreb<br data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1702\" \/>\ud83d\udc65 <strong data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1719\">Population<\/strong>: Around 3.9 million inhabitants<br data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1754\" \/>\ud83d\udcb6 <strong data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1769\">Currency<\/strong>: Euro (\u20ac)<br data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1782\" \/>\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1807\">Official language<\/strong>: Croatian<br data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1820\" data-is-only-node=\"\" \/>\u23f0 <strong data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1835\">Time zone<\/strong>: UTC +1 (winter) \/ UTC +2 (summer)<br data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\" \/>\ud83c\udf21\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1888\">Climate<\/strong>: Mediterranean on the coast; continental inland \u2014 sunny summers, mild coastal winters<br data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1977\" \/>\u26f4\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2006\">Getting there &amp; around<\/strong>: Flights to Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Zadar; extensive ferry network to the islands; reliable roads and buses<br data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2119\" \/>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2137\">Highlights<\/strong>: Dubrovnik, Split (Diocletian\u2019s Palace), Zadar, \u0160ibenik, Zagreb, Istria (Rovinj, Pula), Plitvice Lakes, Krka National Park, the islands of Hvar, Kor\u010dula &amp; Bra\u010d<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2333\">\ud83c\udfe8 Find a good hotel in Croatia<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2611\">Whether you\u2019re after historic cities, Dalmatian islands, Istria or national parks, you\u2019ll find boutique hotels, charming guesthouses and hidden gems to suit every budget.<br data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2508\" \/>\ud83c\udf1f <strong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2550\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.tp.st\/a1xHrdUS\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2548\">See the best hotels in Croatia<\/a><\/strong> to compare offers, reviews and prices for your travel dates.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2613\" data-end=\"2643\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Articles about Croatia<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2817\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Below, you\u2019ll find our <strong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2707\">selection of articles about Croatia<\/strong>, followed by the <strong data-start=\"2725\" data-end=\"2741\">latest posts<\/strong>, to help you plan your trip and explore the country\u2019s most beautiful spots.<\/p>","link":"https:\/\/destinations-europe.com\/en\/category\/visit-croatia-vacations\/","name":"CROATIA","slug":"visit-croatia-vacations","taxonomy":"category","parent":0,"meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Travelling in Croatia | Guides and tips, from Zagreb to Dubrovnik<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Croatia has a rich culture, a sometimes-painful past, and a sumptuous landscape. 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