Croatia
Our luxury Croatia holidays mean stepping into history-steeped cities and sleepy villages, where life continues much as it did a century ago, the glittering Adriatic beckoning along the dramatic coast.
Our luxury Croatia holidays mean stepping into history-steeped cities and sleepy villages, where life continues much as it did a century ago, the glittering Adriatic beckoning along the dramatic coast.
Here, life moves at an unhurried pace – the warm, dry Mediterranean summers inviting visitors to over five thousand kilometres of coastline. In Dubrovnik, orange-hued roofs are enlivened by the sun’s rays, creating a vibrant contrast against the azure waters of the Adriatic. Encircled in its medieval limestone walls which surge dramatically from the sea, labyrinthine alleys and piazzas are alive with the buzz of outdoor life. Cosmopolitan cafés spill out onto the pavements of Placa Street, where glasses of the local plum brandy flow.
Set sail from the south, passing medieval Korcula; the reputed birthplace of Marco Polo, brimming with folkloric tradition. Hvar sits just above, one of Europe's most beautiful islands - a sophisticated hideaway reminiscent of St Tropez. Sleek yachts dot the harbour, nestling in the embrace of attractive Romanesque churches, palaces and villas.
Heading further north, the luscious greenery of Losinj rises from glistening blue waters, its position as a popular island destination enriched by a picturesque charm, enchanting at every corner. Such scenery continues to the top of the Adriatic, where Rovinj marries old and new on the edge of the mainland. A town Italianate in design, its narrow, cobbled streets take inspiration from across the water. And though well-worn walkways appear frozen in time, fresh legs continue to wander in the shadow of the St Euphemia Cathedral, welcomed with open arms into a bountiful blend of culture.
What to do in Croatia
- Croatia is a gourmet getaway - indulge in creamy cakes, strudels and custard pies at a pastry shop (slastičarnas) or savour fresh seafood, melt-in-the-mouth pasta, veal, Pag cheese, Istrian truffles or oyster tasting in Ston
- The Dubrovnik Summer Festival takes place during July and August and is Croatia's oldest cultural festival, showcasing opera, ballet, classical music, film and theatre
- For fans of George R. R. Martin's Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik is the fictional capital of Westeros. Brilliant walking tours take in filming locations
- Take a leisurely walk around the spectacular city walls in Dubrovnik, or for a different perspective take the cable car up to Mount Srd for a bird's eye view of this ancient city
- Wander through the narrow streets of Diocletian's Palace in Split where life still continues amidst the ancient remains
- With over a thousand islands, Croatia is the ideal destination to charter a private yacht and explore. Discover the labyrinthine of alleyways in the medieval town of Kotor which is located on one of the most beautiful bays in neighbouring Montenegro
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Where chronicles go beyond the confines of the classroom; it’s the history that is rooted so deeply within its celebrated cities, sun-soaked coasts and bucolic countryside that makes Europe utterly timeless.