Discover Croatia

Every season and every corner of the Croatian coast and islands can spin a remarkable tale about this unique Mediterranean country. A holiday in Croatia will give you the opportunity to discover the places and events behind the tales. The following guide will help you and all other Croatia-lovers to enjoy its beauties.

Kornati - the top destination in 2008.

Should you ever decide to visit the Kornati islands, you may at first be stunned by the contrast of sharp white rocks and the calming blueness of the...

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Plitvice Lakes are one of the most beautiful natural sights in Europe. In the year 1979 UNESCO has declared it with all rights as the World's natural...

Aromatherapy, sauna, masage deals, luxury to budget wellness and spa programs and weekends

The word "wellness" is made up of two terms "well being" and "fitness". Wellness developed as a way of life in America 30 years ago ...

The most beautiful destinations in Croatia

It is generally known that the city of Dubrovnik is one of the international jet set destinations, however it is only one of many beautiful ...

Cycling through Istria and the Kvarner region

The most northern part of the Croatian Adriatic has numerous renovated bicycle paths of all levels of difficulty. These paths will take you to the ...

Croatia Through the Eyes of Ivo Pervan

Photographs speak louder than words.
Photographs speak all languages.
Photographs mediate remotely.
They are captured moments, ...

SOUVENIRS FROM CROATIA - ORIGINAL REMINDER OF A HOLIDAY

Buy and keep something which will remind you of your holiday - an authentic souvenir from Croatia like the tie or the ball-point Penkala pen, famous ...

WINDSURF BOARD - WINDY SPEEDER

Windsurfing is one of the most popular and most liked summer sports. Read our story and find out everything about the necessary equipment and ...

STON'S SALT - SALTY TREASURE OF DUBROVNIK REPUBLIC

Did you know that the salt from Pag and Ston saltworks is the purest salt in the Mediterranean? Have you ever heard of "salt harvest"?

Lika's Ecological Attraction - Kuterevo: Sanctuary for Young Bears

A unique sanctuary for young bears, the only one of its kind in the world, lies in the Lika region, in the village of Kuterevo. If you would like to ...

DISTINGUISHED CROATIANS

Besides its natural beauties, Croatia is also made up of its inventors and various inventions and discoveries in this area. In this feature, we will ...

WHERE TO GO FOR A TRIP?

You have chosen a destination and an apartment, room or hotel, found out about the beaches and restaurants, packed your bags and accessories and all ...

ISTRIAN SIGHTS

In this feature, we will reveal to you some of the sights of one of Croatia's very special regions, Istria, that, besides its splendid coastline, can...

Skiing throughout the centuries

Skiing is an activity as old as human history. Throughout the centuries, people used skis for different purposes. With time, it became a favorite ...

Winds on the Adriatic

Croatia is known as a nautical destination throughout the world. No matter how much sailing experience you have, every sea, including Croatia's, has ...

SPELEOLOGY AND CAVE DIVING

The diversity of Croatia's landscape, primarily the mountain ranges of Velebit, Mosor and Ucka, as well as the continental mountain ranges, are a ...

NEW MOTORWAY SECTIONS IN CROATIA

Since the end of June 2003, visitors to Croatia traveling by car to the coast can get to their destinations faster and easier. The first sections of ...

CROATIA - HOME OF THE TIE

The word "croata" can be found in many languages as the root of words meaning "tie" or "cravat" (in English, German, ...

CROATIAN NATIONAL COSTUMES

National costumes are considered an integral part of a nation's culture and heritage. National costumes in Croatia, that always consists of blouses, ...

CROATIA'S MOST BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES

The Republic of Croatia has numerous protected green areas: 8 National Parks, 10 Nature Parks, 2 Strict Nature Reserves, nearly 100 Special Reserves,...

ISLAND OF KRAPANJ - ISLAND OF SPONGE DIVERS AND FEMALE FISHERMEN

The island of Krapanj, located in the Sibenik archipelago, has an area of 0.36 km2 and is the smallest, lowest and most densely populated ...

EASTER TRADITIONS ON THE CROATIAN COAST

Apart from its magnificent natural beauties, Croatia is also known for its rich cultural heritage. Coloring and decorating Easter eggs, called ...

BRUSNIK AND JABUKA - OPEN SEA VOLCANIC ISLANDS

The islands of Brusnik and Jabuka are the only two islands among 1185 Croatian islands that are completely of volcanic origin. Along with Palagruza ...

CARNIVALS IN CROATIA

Carnivals take place in February. Carnival traditions go back several centuries and are based both on western Christian culture as well as on ...

CROATIA'S CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN THE PAST AND NOWADAYS

The Christian holiday Christmas is celebrated differently among different nations and is an important part of their cultural heritage. Read our ...

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CATHEDRALS ON THE ADRIATIC COAST

The Adriatic coast and islands are dotted with sacral monuments. Many of them, due to their beauty and artistic value, are part of UNESCO's World ...

DALMATIAN GASTRONOMIC SPECIALTIES

Dalmatian cuisine, due to its ingredients and preparation, meets all medical and nutritional recommendations for a healthy and well-balanced diet. ...

AUTUMN IN CROATIA

If you thought that the sea is not suitable for swimming in September and October, you are in for a surprise. At this time of year, air temperature ...

LEARN MORE ABOUT CROATIA'S REGIONS

Croatia's coast is 5835 km long, has 1185 islands and islets, and extends from the north-west to the south-east. It is divided into the regions of ...

CENTRAL DALMATIA’S BEACHES

Beaches on the Sibenik, Trogir, Omis and Makarska Rivieras are among the most stunning on the Adriatic. Rocky, sandy or pebble beaches, secluded and ...

CROATIA'S UNDERWATER

Croatia's underwater has more than 85 registered diving locations with descriptions. Dive down to ancient sailboats and coral reefs, visit underwater...

OLIVE TREES IN MASLINICA ON THE ISLAND OF SOLTA

The Central-Dalmatian island of Solta is the perfect destination for a quiet family holiday and is also known for its olive trees. The place ...

PALAGRUZA - ISLAND IN THE HEART OF THE ADRIATIC

Palagruza is an exceptional and interesting island, making for a unique holiday in its lighthouse. A view of the open sea, Palagruza's secrets and ...

GREEN ISTRIA - THE WINE - ROAD PENINSULA

adriatica.net invites you to visit Istria this spring and taste its wines

DISCOVER CROATIA'S SOUTHERN PARTS!

Croatia's southern parts hold many secrets for lovers of nautical sports - small places yet to be discovered. In order to help you discover Croatia's...

LASTOVO - CARNIVAL ISLAND

Separated by sea from modern times, the islanders have preserved their customs and traditions and are proud of their long history. Read more about ...