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Murter is a small tourist town and seat of the municipality Murter-Kornati on island Murter in central Dalmatia, Croatia. It covers the northwestern side of the island and is about 10 nautical miles away from Kornati islands. Murter has about 2,000 permanent residents, including about 30 permanent inhabitants of the Kornati islands. Murter island was inhabited in prehistoric times and in the time of the Illyrians, Liburnians, and Romans, who lived on the island, and they have left clear traces of their presence. The architectural remains of Roman buildings, port facilities, and mosaics speak of the importance of the island in ancient times. Once mainly a fishing village, Murter today is more oriented towards tourism thanks to the untouched nature, beautiful beaches, clear waters, and National Park Kornati. In the center of town, there is one hotel, but by far most of the accommodation is offered in private apartments, rooms and holiday homes. Almost every house in Murter has apartments and rooms fully equipped for the reception of guests. Robinson accommodation is offered at the 10-nautical miles distant Kornati islands, which are mostly owned by residents of Murter. Besides tourism, the locals are engaged in fishing and agriculture which is usually reduced to the production for personal use. The most important is the production of olive oil, wine, and figs. On Murter, you can relax on a sandy beach Slanica and Podvrške, and apart from these popular beaches, there are also beaches in bays Cigrada and Luke. Cousine is rich and varied, with plenty of bars, taverns, and restaurants offering local specialties and freshly caught fish with local olive oil. Do not forget to visit the National Park Kornati, the pearl of the Mediterranean, in which there are daily organized one-day boat trips. In the center of Murter is the administration of the national park Kornati. If you happen to be in Murter on September 8, you will be part of the famous local celebrations and festivals. Thanks to three marinas, one of which is in Murter, and two on the Kornati, Murter is important nautical center on the Adriatic. Contact directly owners of apartments in Murter and save up to 40%. Private accommodation in Murter on the island of Murter. Welcome to Murter!
Fažana is a small tourist town and municipality in the county of Istria in Croatia. It is located on the west coast of Istria near the town of Pula and Brijuni islands. It has about 3,500 inhabitants, and to the municipality of Fažana belongs nearby village of Valbandon. It was first mentioned in the 12th century when it belonged to the diocese of Pula. However, this area was inhabited during the ancient times, when it was an important commercial port where wine and olive oil were traded. Tourism began to develop in the late 19th century when the first hotel was built on Brijuni islands, which later become a national park and a major tourist attraction in this region. Today the inhabitants of Fažana mostly work in tourism and offer accommodation in apartments, rooms and holiday homes within their private family houses. The biggest attraction of the place is certainly nearby Brijuni National Park, which consists of 14 beautiful green islands. Brijuni is a unique harmony of nature, human, animal and plant life. After you arrive at Brijuni, a tourist train will take you through the natural beauty of the island, safari park, and historical monuments - Byzantine Castrum and Roman residential villa. Fažana and Valbandon abound beautiful and well-kept pebbles beaches, which are ideal for families with children thanks to the very clear seawater. The entire region of Fažana is a paradise for cyclists and hikers as it is rich in well-landscaped walkways and paths. In the interior, you can visit wine roads and roads of olive oil, learn about their production, but also to taste high-quality wine and olive oil. If you would like to experience nightlife or want to see the rich historical heritage of Istria, then we recommend a trip to 9 kilometers distant town of Pula. We invite you to visit Fažana, this beautiful little place, which will delight you with untouched nature and clear sea. Search for private accommodation in Fažana. Contact directly owners of apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Fažana and save up to 40% on expensive agency fees. Welcome to Fažana!
Baška is a popular tourist town and municipality in the Primorje-Gorski Kotar county in Croatia. It is located in the southeast of the island Krk in a large natural bay surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and pine trees. Baška was first mentioned in the 13th century under the name Castelum Besca, though this area has always been inhabited by Illyrian tribes, and the ancient Romans after them. During the Middle Ages, this area was managed by Frankopan dukes and later came under the rule of the Venetians. In that time, the inhabitants were mainly engaged in agriculture particularly olive oil and wine production in a fertile valley in the hinterland. At the beginning of the 20th century, tourism begins developing thanks to large pebble beaches, which today attracts guests from all over the world. Apart from the hotel complex and several campsites, accommodation is offered in numerous private apartments and rooms in family houses. The biggest attraction of the area is almost 2 kilometers long pebble Vela beach, which holds blue flag. On Vela beach, you can rent pedal boats, windsurfers, parasols and deck chairs, and all that is needed for a relaxing family vacation. Along the beach, there are many restaurants, pizzerias, coffee bars where you can relax and try tasty local specialties. From Baška are offered interesting sightseeing boat trips to Stara Baška, to hidden beaches, and bays, as well as day trips to the nearby islands of Rab and Goli. Baška except natural beauty boasts a rich cultural and historical heritage. Here is the early Christian archaeological site dating from the 5th century, the famous Baška tablet written in Glagolitic alphabet from the 12th century found in the church of St. Lucy in Jurandvor, and archaeological excavations from Roman times around the church of St. Mark. Visit the island of Krk and Baška, this beautiful tourist place with one of the most beautiful beaches of the Adriatic and have the perfect family vacation. Search for private accommodation in Baška. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes for rent in Baška on the island of Krk. Welcome to Baška!
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Medulin is popular tourist town and municipality in Istria in Croatia. It is situated within a large natural bay in the south of the Istrian peninsula. It is the center of popular Medulin riviera, which includes settlements: Banjole, Pješčana Uvala, Pomer, Premantura, Valbonaša, Vinkuran, and Vintijan. Medulin has about 6,000 inhabitants, who were once engaged in fishing, and today mainly in tourism. In addition to hotels, tourist complexes and camping sites, quality and affordable accommodation can be found in apartments, rooms and holiday homes within a private family accommodation. The biggest attraction of the area is a unique sandy beach Bijeca, almost one-kilometer long beach, which attracts many families with small children. Active holidays lovers can enjoy in numerous bike trails, horseback riding through the lush Mediterranean vegetation in the surrounding area, fishing, and an unforgettable panoramic flight in small sport planes. In this predominantly fishing area all gourmets and lovers of fresh fish will surely have a great time. Be sure to taste the famous smoked ham (prosciutto) and aromatic specialties with Istrian truffles. The town offers plenty of cultural and entertainment events throughout the summer, and if you're interested in the history of the area be sure to visit the archaeological site Vižule with well-preserved remains of the former luxurious Roman villa. Visit Medulin and its riviera, this magical landscape of Istria, full of coves, beaches, clear seawater, delicious food, and lush Mediterranean vegetation. Search for cheap private accommodation in Medulin. Contact directly owners of apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Medulin and save up to 40% on expensive agency fees. Welcome to Medulin!
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Karlovac is the capital of the county of Karlovac in Croatia. It is located 55 km southwest of the city of Zagreb in the place where valleys and hills of Croatia meet. Thanks to its geographical position, is located at the crossroads of major road and rail routes between Zagreb, Rijeka, and Split. The particularity of Karlovac is its four rivers that flow through the city: Kupa, Dobra, Korana, and Mrežnica, after which is known as the city of four rivers. It was built in the 16th century as a fortress to defend against Turkish invaders in the form of a six-pointed star. Name Karlovac or Karlstadt was given in honor of its founder, the Austrian Archduke Charles. In the center of town stands out the Renaissance center with the regular geometrical layout of streets and city blocks, and the central square. Its ideal position at the crossroads of Karlovac is ideal for a short break in transit, but also an attractive destination for holidays in the green valleys of four Karlovac rivers. You can find accommodation in several hotels or cheaper private accommodation in apartments, rooms and small private camps. We recommend visiting the Old Town Dubovac from the 13th century with a view of the entire city and its surroundings and the historical sights of the Town Museum, the Church of the Holy Trinity and the Franciscan monastery with a gallery. During the summer you can refresh yourself in the clear river Korana on Foginovo beach in the city center, and you can visit the world-famous Plitvice Lakes National Park, which is located only about 80 km away. If you are traveling through Karlovac, be sure to stop by, at least one day and this beautiful town will surely delight you with its natural surroundings and the romantic old town. Search for affordable private accommodation in Karlovac and surroundings. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Karlovac, cheaper up to 40% without high agency fees. Welcome to Karlovac!
Vodice is a town and a popular tourist destination in the Šibenik-Knin county in Croatia. Vodice has less than 9,000 inhabitants and is situated in a wide bay, 11 km northwest of Šibenik. It was first mentioned in the 15th century, although it was established long ago in Roman times as Arausa. Vodice fields in the hinterland of the town are rich in water and fertile soil, so the town was named after these rich sources of water. In the past residents were growing mostly olives, vines, and Marasca cherry. Today they are increasingly turning to tourism and providing tourist services. Now Vodice is leading tourist center on entire Šibenik riviera. Accommodation is offered in hotels, campsites, apartments, and family small hotels. Vodice is ideal for guests of different preferences due to the rich content that includes a great variety of different beaches, lots of cultural events and happenings and developed nightlife. Because of all this, Vodice was the winner of the Tourist flower which is given to towns with especially attractive tourist offer. During the day you can relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches, some of which are known: pebble stone beach Hangar, Imperial, Srima, and pebbles Blue beach, which is especially attractive for families with small children. In the evening you can walk along the coast, taste the specialties of the region in one of the many restaurants (fresh fish, fritters, wine ...) or go and have fun at some of the famous disco clubs like the Hacienda. If you're a sports fan, you can enjoy various activities such as beach volleyball, football, basketball, tennis, mini-golf, cycling, diving, and you can rent pedal boats or boat. We recommend visiting the island Prvić located only fifteen minutes away by local ferry, which runs daily between Vodice and Šibenik. On the island Prvić you can relax in peace and quiet of untouched nature far from the city bustle of the town, and you can visit the famous museum - Memorial Faust Vrančić. From Vodice, you can visit national parks Krka and Kornati, Vrana lake nature park and the lookout Kamenjak, which offers a wonderful panoramic view. Experience the charm of the town, find affordable accommodation that suits you and have an unforgettable summer vacation. Cheap private accommodation in Vodice. Contact directly owners of apartments and save up to 40%. Welcome to Vodice!
Slunj is a small town in the county of Karlovac in Croatia. It is located in a hilly part of the central Croatia, where are flowing rivers Slunjčica and Korana, along the main road leading to the Plitvice Lakes and the central and southern Adriatic. It was first mentioned in the 15th century when it was built the old town and the fortress on a rocky hill above the river Slunjčica. The old town was the center of Croatian feudal estate from Frankopan family. The city today has a population of 2000 inhabitants who are mostly engaged in agriculture, handicrafts and environmentally clean industry, and because of its natural beauty, is rapidly developing tourism. Accommodation facilities are mainly private within the apartments, rooms and holiday homes that offer friendly and hospitable residents. Probably the biggest attraction of Slunj is the picturesque lower part of town Rastoke, where the river Slunjčica built numerous waterfalls. Here are well-preserved old mills from the 18th century that still work and grind grain into flour. In this small area are situated 22 mills, which you can visit, and some of them have been transformed into restaurants that offer excellent local food and wine. Because of long history, ethnographic and architecture remains, Rastoke was in 1969 registered as a cultural monument and are under protection. Nearby you can also visit the source of emerald green river Slunjčica, impressive underground world of the Barać caves and the old Roman fortress Cetin. We invite you to spend a weekend or when passing through, to stop in Rastoke and Slunj and enjoy the beautiful romantic atmosphere of the many waterfalls and mills. Search for private accommodation in Slunj and Rastoke. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Slunj and Rastoke, cheaper up to 40%. Welcome to Slunj and Rastoke!
Otočac is a picturesque town in Lika Senj county in Croatia. It is located in the north part of Lika, in Gacka river valley between the mountains of Mala Kapela and Velebit. Fertile valley of river Gacka and Otočac was inhabited since prehistoric times, as witnessed by the numerous objects found from the Illyrian tribes Japoden who lived here. The place was first mentioned in the famous Baška tablet from the 12th century and the 13th century was under the administration of the Frankopans. An interesting fact is that the city was never conquered by the Turks, who have for centuries posed a threat. It was an important defensive stronghold until the 18th century. After passing of the Turkish threat, Otočac started to develop commerce, trade, forestry, wood, and textile industry. Today Otočac has about 10,000 inhabitants and slowly draws tourists from around the world for its pristine nature and river Gacka, the unique and cleanest river in Europe. Otočac residents offer accommodation in their private family houses, in apartments, rooms and holiday homes. When in the center of town, do not forget to visit the Museum of Gacka, which will take you on an interesting journey from the prehistory of the area until today. Nearby Otočac is offered a variety of activities such as bike rides along the river Gacka or hike on Velebit mountain, kayaking down the river Gacka, bird watching, paintball, hiking to the Northern Velebit National Park... Visit village Kuterevo, where is an interesting shelter for young bears and many other wild animals of this region. Of course, you have to taste delicious traditional cuisine of Lika, like delicious trout from clean river Gacka. Visit Otočac, Lika, river Gacka and Velebit mountain, perfectly natural environment for a peaceful and pleasant holiday by the clean mountain air away from urban smog and noisy crowds. Search for cheap private rooms in Otočac and surroundings. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Otočac cheaper and up to 40%, without expensive agency fees. Welcome to Otočac!
Cres is a famous tourist town in the Primorje-Gorski Kotar county in Croatia. It is situated in a large natural bay on the west side of the island Cres. It is the biggest town on the island of Cres with about 2,500 inhabitants and it is also the administrative center of the whole island. This area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and at the place of today's town in ancient times was an old fort Crepsa, after which the city of Cres got its name. Because of its location in a protected bay, over the centuries marine, fisheries, trade, and shipbuilding were developing. The locals have traditionally lived from olive growing, as evidenced by the numerous old olive groves throughout the island. In the mid 19th century, first visitors and tourists from Opatija riviera came to Cres, therefore, the city has a long tradition in tourism. Today, tourism is the dominant economic sector that is booming, and accommodation other than in a hotel and camping can be found in numerous and comfortable apartments, rooms and holiday homes within private family accommodation. In the town of Cres, there are several beautiful beaches, mostly along the beautiful Lungo Mare - St. Mikula and along the coast of St. Benedict. Tourist offering along the beach is a very rich and varied, with many restaurants. There is also a sports and recreation center in hotel Kimen and diving center Cres. The beaches are ideal for families with children because of their purity and size, and some of them hold the blue flag. For adventurers and lovers of active holidays, we recommend going to the smaller towns in the area: Lubenice, Beli, Valun or Orlec which offer beautiful untouched beaches. Some of these places are so untouched that you have a feeling that time had stopped. The whole island of Cres has a lot of bicycle trails and pedestrian paths, and because the island is relatively steep, trails will take you to the beautiful viewpoints which offer a breathtaking view of the entire Kvarner. If you're lucky you can see the protected griffon vulture or the entire family of dolphins that live here. The gastronomy of Cres is very rich and consist of lamb, sheep cheese, olive oil, venison, fresh fish and seafood. During the summer, on the main square are organized many cultural and gastronomic events, so you will certainly never be bored. Visit the town of Cres, this historic place in one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic. Search for cheap private accommodation in the town of Cres. Contact directly owners of apartments, rooms and holiday homes on the island of Cres and save up to 40% on expensive agency fees. Welcome to the town of Cres!
Makarska is a city and a tourist center in Croatia which is situated between the mountain slope of Biokovo and the Adriatic Sea. It is part of the Split-Dalmatia county and has a population of 13,834 residents. The city is known for its long pebbles beaches and palm trees, where there are numerous cafes, bars, and restaurants with gastronomic specialties, and plenty of entertainment for children and adults ... Center of Makarska is the old town with narrow cobbled streets and the main square with the church of St. Mark and the Franciscan monastery which includes a Pinacotheca, the library, and the unique Malacological Museum. Makarska is the center and the most visited place of Makarska riviera, which stretches along 60 km between Brela and Gradac. Makarska riviera is a very popular place for tourists from where you can easily visit other places like Omiš, Biokovo, and Split. Makarska riviera is one of the most beautiful parts of Croatia thanks to so many beautiful pebbles beaches. However, when it comes to natural beauty, Omiš riviera also has something to offer. The climate in Makarska is typically Mediterranean with mild and short winters and long, hot summers where the sun shines more than 2750 hours per year with the average air temperature above 20° C from June to September. Because of all this here grows rich Mediterranean vegetation with elements of subtropical flora (palm trees, agaves, cacti). Makarska offers many amenities and in it, each guest can find something for themselves, from sports and tennis courts, water sports to the extreme sports like paragliding and hang-gliding. In addition to expensive accommodations in hotels, Makarska offers more favorable accommodation in apartments and rooms in private accommodation. Search for apartments, rooms and private accommodation in Makarska. Welcome!
Top 10 tourist destinations
Croatia abounds in interesting and diverse places, thanks to its geographical position, long and rich history. Croatia occupies three very different geographical regions:Adriatic, Dinaric Alps (Dinarides) and the Pannonian plain. In a relatively small area, there are many interesting destinations and opportunities for either a short vacation and a getaway for a weekend or a long summer vacation.
In major Croatian cities on the Adriatic coast, you can explore the cultural and historical heritage of the ancient Romans, the Venetian, and the Dubrovnik republics. In continental Croatia you can feel the Central European spirit of old towns.
In small and lesser-known tourist destinations you can spend a peaceful vacation in cozy private family accommodation next to the beautiful beaches under the shades of fragrant pine forests and surrounded with crystal clear Adriatic sea.
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