While Croatia is a country that has undoubtedly faced turbulent times in the past, its economic recovery has been aided in recent years by tourism and Croatia holidays are now extremely popular for many different reasons.

In particular, there are many historical towns, rugged coastlines, mountains, lakes and forests. The country also contains an impressive total of six World Heritage Sites and eight National Parks. In addition, the coastline is a favorite destination for scuba divers and there are also a number of spas and medieval castles.

Croatia Is A Safe Destination With Low Street Crime

The main airports into the country are at Zagreb, Pula, Split, Dubrovnik and Rijek, and visitors from abroad are not usually required to have an entry visa, although do always check whether you require one before traveling. Tourists can also feel safe in Croatia, as there is a low level of street crime.

The capital city of Zagreb has several historic attractions, a fine cathedral and modern amenities. There is also a thriving nightlife with clubs, discos and casinos and quality shops and restaurants. The city is well known for its abundance of museums and galleries, which include museums for archeology, natural history, contemporary art and native art.

Dubrovnik is a coastal resort on the Adriatic Sea and a long established destination for Croatia holidays. The clear waters and clean beach attract many visitors and the town also offers several cultural events. Split is another coastal town on the Adriatic and it has two archeological museums with noteworthy collections. The annual music festival also draws the crowds.

Why Croatia Holidays Are Perfect For Nature And History Lovers

Different regions in the country have their own particular features. The Istria Peninsula has towns from the Roman era and several scenic hill towns. The Kvarner and Highlands area includes the town of Novalja, a popular spot with young people who like to party on the beach there in summer time. The region also has mountains and forests and bears can sometimes be spotted in the Plitvice Lakes National Park.

In addition, yachting enthusiasts may particularly like to visit the country, especially around the islands of the Kornati National Park in the Zadar region. Slavonia contains the Kopacki rit National Park, which is a large swamp protecting many animal and bird species. Central Croatia has several charming castles, spas and Baroque churches.

Sample Delicious Strudel And Mouthwatering Seafood

Croatia really is a country steeped in a long history and its own culture, and perhaps one of the best aspects of Croatia holidays is the chance to try out the delicious local cuisine. Food and wine is of the highest quality and typical dishes include strudel, custard slices in pastry and cottage cheese with cream. In addition, specialist seafood restaurants are plentiful along the coast.