17 reasons why Croatia needs to be added to your travel wish list!
By MedSailors Crew published on 12 December 2016
The beauty of Croatia has to be seen to be believed. Here are 17 reasons why you need to add Croatia to your travel wish list RN.
1. The glittering turquoise waters
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Immersing yourself into the crystal-clear Croatian water is other-worldly and one of those experiences you canât quite believe is real.
2. The beaches are something special
With the sound of rippling waves acting as your perfect holiday soundtrack, the white sandy beaches are the perfect place to spend an afternoon.
3. Itâs beautiful on the inside too
Venturing inland reveals Croatiaâs stunning Unesco-protected national parks.
4. You donât have to choose between a relaxing holiday and an action-packed adventure
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From stand-up paddle boarding to zip-wires thereâs something to suit everyoneâs inner adventurer, before relaxing on the boat reminiscing over the dayâs escapades.
5. The climate
As one of the sunniest places in Europe, Croatia experiences over twelve hours of glorious sunshine daily during the summer!
6. It had a starring role in Game of Thrones
And who doesnât want to explore Kingâs Landing, Meereen or the Red Keepâs gardens?
7. The rich history
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With stone-age sites and Roman ruins to explore, the walls will quite literally share stories of Croatiaâs past with you.
8. The food
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Feast in family-run establishments or sample a selection of adventurous dishes created by a host of innovative chefs.
9. Itâs home to numerous award winning vineyards
And that means the wine selection is impeccable.
10. You can take to the waters
Set sail on either our Croatia Discovery or Croatia Voyager route and explore some of Croatiaâs stunning coastal islands.
11. And donât forget to look down
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Because you might catch a glimpse of a pod of playful dolphins.
12. Your bank balance wonât hate you at the end of your trip
With meals for two (including award-winning wine) in beautiful restaurants costing under ÂŁ30, you can travel in style.
13. You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to icecream
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Chocolate, lemon, kinder beuno, ferrero rocher, mango, strawberries and cream, pistachio, rum and raisinâŚYUM (and thatâs just to name a few of the flavours on offer)!
14. The picturesque red roofs
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Believe us, you wonât be able to get enough of Dubrovnikâs radiant red roofs.
15. The culture is as wonderful as it is diverse
From churches tucked away in old towns to the organ that makes music using the ocean, running out of things to do is an impossibility.
16. And the nightlife isnât bad either
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From rooftop cocktail bars to clubs on private islands, youâll be spoilt for choice when deciding where to go out each night.
17. The spectacular sunsets
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Words cannot capture their ethereal beauty, they do all of the talking all on their own.
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