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Marvel at the old city walls of Dubrovnik, enjoy a lively underground bar scene, and take a boat ride inside the Blue Grotto of Bisevo. It\u2019s time to travel to Croatia! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Croatia offers a mix of cultures, beautiful beaches, and tasty foods like strukli, black risotto, and fritule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s our guide for travel to Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

General Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Population: <\/strong>Roughly 3.8 million <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Capital: <\/strong>Zagreb<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Location: <\/strong>Located in southeastern Europe, Croatia sits on the Adriatic Sea, sharing borders with Slovenia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Montenegro. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Flag: <\/strong>The flag consists of three equal stripes in red white and blue, and the coat of arms in the middle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Time Zone:<\/strong> Central European Standard Time <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Currency: <\/strong>Croatian kuna <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Language: <\/strong>Croatian <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Climate: <\/strong>Most of the country has a moderately warm and rainy continental climate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Religion:<\/strong> There is no official religion, the country practices freedom of religion. However, most of the country identifies as Christian. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Travel Visa Information:<\/strong> To find out if a visa is required for your country \u2014 and easily get yours if needed \u2014 check out iVisa.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Best Time to Visit: <\/strong>The best time to travel to Croatia is fromJune to September, when the weather is sunny and temperatures are ideal for boating and swimming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health & Safety <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 As of February 2022, the CDC does not recommend travel to Croatia, levels of COVID-19 are still very high. If you must travel to Croatia, make sure you are vaccinated. You will need to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result to travel to Croatia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Find information regarding COVID-19 and Croatia here: https:\/\/hr.usembassy.gov\/<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Follow the CDC guidelines<\/a> for current travel advisories, as well as the U.S. Embassy guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical Costs in Croatia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For the most part, travel to Croatia is fairly reasonable. Prices vary with accommodation depending on location, luxury level, and other factors. As in many places, sit-down dinners are more expensive than eating street food<\/a> or fast food<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food To Eat in Croatia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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There are different kinds of food in Croatia, depending on the region. Dalmatian food, found along the Dalmatian coast, and on the islands, is typical Mediterranean cuisine while Zagreb food is more similar to central European countries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Travel to Croatia for delicious food like the crni rizot<\/em><\/strong> or black risotto. This is in its simplest form a risotto made with squid ink! You\u2019ll find it on menus everywhere and oftentimes the dish is served with other kinds of seafood as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Strukli <\/strong>is a pastry filled with cottage cheese and sour cream. It began in Slovenia, but it is now a very popular dish in Zagreb. It is either boiled in water or baked in an oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Octopus salad<\/strong> is common on most menus in Croatia, it\u2019s worth a try! A basic version includes octopus, onion, tomato, olive oil, and lemon juice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Fritule<\/strong> are balls of dough made with flour, raisins, local schnapps, and lemon zest. They are deep fried and irresistible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 \u0106evapi <\/strong>is a popular street food found in Croatia. They are small sausages that are grilled and then stuffed into a pita-like bread, with red pepper, tomato sauce, sour cheese, and onions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Pasticada with gnocchi <\/strong>is known as the \u201cQueen of Dalmatian cuisine,\u201d and it can be found nearly everywhere, including in the homes of the locals. Here\u2019s how it\u2019s made: Baby beef’s fake filet is marinated in wine vinegar for several days, braised for hours, first in its own juice, and then red wine. It is served with gnocchi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Istarski fuzi<\/strong> are quill-shaped homemade pasta. It is usually served with different stews: mushrooms, truffles, chicken, or beef stew.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Soparnik<\/strong> is a typical Dalmatian dish, it is a savory pie filled with Swiss chard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Arancini<\/strong> is a typical sweet that hails from southern Croatia. They are candied orange peels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Krostule <\/strong>is a yummy, crispy, crunchy pastry found in Croatia. The dough is cut into long thin strips, tied in a loose knot, and then deep-fried in oil and sprinkled with powdered sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Brudet<\/strong> is a fish stew usually served with polenta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Peka<\/strong> is not necessarily one specific dish, but a way of cooking. Custom to Croatia and surrounding countries in the area, peka is baking meat, seafood, and vegetables under a bell-like lid, covered in embers. The mixture cooks for two hours, the meat is turned halfway through, sauce and spices are added too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinks To Try in Croatia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 There are many local wines<\/strong> and local beers<\/a><\/strong> made in Croatia. Try some of them! Here\u2019s how to ask for a drink at the bar: Molim vodu vino (wine) or pivo (beer). <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Maraschino<\/strong> is a cherry brandy, made from Marasca cherries, grown in the region of Zadar. It is one of the most original drinks you can enjoy when you travel to Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Schnaps<\/strong>, grappa, or as local calls it rakija, is a local brandy made from grapes. Some of the most popular versions include medica, grappa with honey; travarica, a grappa made of herbs; orahovaca, grappa with walnuts; biska, grappa with mistletoe; rogac, grappa with carob; mirta, with myrtle, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Cities To Visit in Croatia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Dubrovnik<\/strong> is a tranquil city that sits between the Adriatic Sea and the Dinaric Alps – meaning it really has the best of both worlds. The city walls are its most recognizable feature, and it\u2019s a sight you literally cannot miss. \ud83d\ude09 Go back in time and walk along them, walk through pedestrian-only Old Town and Stradun (UNESCO site), and explore Lopud Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Zagreb<\/strong> is an excellent example of a city with a little bit of everything – it brings together the history of the city with contemporary art and culture. Visit Tkal\u010di\u0107eva Street, Upper Town, St. Mark\u2019s Church, Maksimir Park, Mirogoj Cemetery (which doubles as an art gallery), and climb Sljeme. Zagreb is known for a lively underground bar scene, with tons of places to enjoy live music. Check out A Most Unusual Garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Did you know the Croatian city, Split<\/strong>, has been under Roman, Venetian, Austrian, French, Italian, and Yugoslav rule? Now you do! The Old City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel to Croatia to see the Blue Cave on the island of Bisevo, Diocletian’s Palace, Klis Fortress, and the Cathedral of Saint Domnius. Psst! Attention Game of Thrones fans! A few scenes were shot in Split, Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Visit Zadar<\/strong> to sip cocktails on white-sand beaches, experience Roman ruins, and marvel at Zadar\u2019s Sea Organ. If you have the time in your itinerary, Greeting to the Sun – Il Saluto al Sole in Zagreb, is a giant disco floor that lights up using solar power energy from the sun – so check it out at night! Great spot to bring the kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Find beaches, medieval villages, bars, restaurants, and nightclubs all in Hvar<\/strong> – a popular spot for vacationers and many celebrities. Walk through fields of lavender, drink wine at Stari Grad Plain, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and snorkel in the coves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must-See Sights in Croatia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Travel to Croatia to see: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Plitvice Lakes National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Rovinj<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Dubrovnik<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Trogir<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Golden Horn Beach<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Krka National Park <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Walls of Dubrovnik<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Diocletian\u2019s Palace<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Zadar\u2019s Sea Organ<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Blue Grotto <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Pula Arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Euphrasian Basilica<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Museum of Broken Relationships<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Me\u0161trovi\u0107 Gallery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Rector\u2019s Palace<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Around Croatia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of affordable ways to get around Croatia. Consider using the inexpensive bus, ferries, or catamaran ferries for sea transport between cities. Trains run less frequently and are slower than buses, so this option is not ideal. Bicycles are a great way to explore cities or on each island. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bucket List Experiences in Croatia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Travel by boat to see the Blue Grotto\/Blue Cave in Bisevo. This is something you simply cannot miss when visiting this country!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Explore Pula Arena – one of the six largest remaining Roman amphitheatres in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Walk Dubrovnik\u2019s city walls, which date as far back as the 12th to 17th centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Book Flights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The cost of airfare can quickly eat up your budget.
>> Click here<\/a> to find the best flights to Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where To Book Accommodations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Croatia is home to some fantastic hotels.
>> Click here<\/a> to find the best hotel deals in Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Housesitting is a great way to cut down on travel costs.
>> Click here<\/a> to find housesitting opportunities in Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hostels are an affordable option when it comes to accommodations.
>> Click here<\/a> to find hostels in Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Booking a vacation rental can help to save the budget.
>> Click here<\/a> to find vacation rentals in Croatia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Travel Tours\/Packages in Croatia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

GAdventures: Dubrovnik to Athens<\/a> – 9 days
With magnificent Dubrovnik as a launching pad, you\u2019ll head south through Montenegro and undiscovered Albania, then hit Corfu and its fabulous beaches en route to a history fix in ancient Athens. Along the way, you\u2019ll climb the lanes of walled towns and get down in exclusive clubs.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TourRadar: Croatia Sailing Adventure<\/a> – 8 days
Start and end in Split! With the Sailing tour Croatia Sailing Adventure, you have a 8 days tour package taking you through Split, Croatia and 5 other destinations in Croatia. Croatia Sailing Adventure includes accommodation, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ToursbyLocals: The Blue cave, Stiniva beach, islands Vis, Paklinski, Bisevo & Budikovac – private speedboat tour (from Hvar)<\/a>
Vis is one of the most authentic, most beautiful and the most historic islands in the world. It is also a famous filming location (Mamma Mia II was filmed there). As a big lover of nature and sailing I have been visiting Vis and the Blue cave for years and I never stop getting amazed.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Reading<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Books: <\/strong>The Hired Man; Chasing a Croatian Girl: A Survivor’s Tale; Girl at War; Caf\u00e9 Europa: Life After Communism<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movies That Will Make You Fall in Love with Croatia: <\/strong>Mamma Mia II; Diana; Ibiza; Game of Thrones <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Podcast: <\/strong>Croatia Underrated<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out these Journo Adventures<\/a> of travelers that have visited Croatia! @Emoland<\/a> explored Old Town in Dubrovnik on a grand European tour, and @NJDiary2018<\/a> visited several islands north of Dubrovnik! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you\u2019ve seen our guide for travel to Croatia, are you ready to go? Did we miss anything? Leave us a comment below! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n


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