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Croatia
Croatia's coast is the draw: clear water, stone towns and easy island hopping, with national parks a short drive inland.
Best time · June and SeptemberSuggested length · 8 to 10 nights
Where should you go?
- Dubrovnik and the southern coast
- Split and the islands of Hvar, Brac and Vis
- Plitvice Lakes and Krka national parks
- Istria for food, hill towns and quieter beaches
What should you do?
- Island hop by catamaran rather than driving the whole coast
- Walk the Dubrovnik walls early in the morning
- Spend a day in a national park
What should you eat or experience?
- Coastal cooking is grilled fish, olive oil and simple preparation
- Istria is known for truffles, olive oil and wine
Where is a good area to stay?
- Split or Hvar as an island base, Dubrovnik for two or three nights only
When should you visit?
June and September. July and August are hot and heavily booked.
How long should you spend there?
8 to 10 nights.