THE AREA:
With more than 1000 miles of coastline, 1185 islands, unspoilt beaches, clear blue seas, a string of ancient walled cities, Roman ruins and a climate balmy enough to nurture orange and lemon trees, it is no surprise people are starting to flock back to Croatia.
You will experience Croatian hospitality everywhere, superb restaurants featuring locally caught fish and Italian influenced cuisine accompanied by delicious local wines.
The locals are great fun where even emptying the bin is an excuse to promenade!
In the past it was the haunt of Edward and Wallis Simpson, Agatha Christie, Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor and is now being rediscovered by current celebrities and royalty such as Princess Caroline, Brad Pitt, Prince Charles and Bernie Ecclestone who spends most summers in central Dalmatia on his yacht.
With a population of only 4.4 million Croatia does not need mass tourism revenues, and can concentrate on the luxury side of the market.
'THE NEW RIVIERA':
Those in the know are forsaking the crowded Côte d'Azur and heading for the Istrian Riviera, Dubrovnik and the necklace of sun-drenched islands off the coast of Croatia. The sparkling Adriatic with its pine forests, olive groves, vineyards and fishing villages, and Princess Caroline of Monaco has bought her own place off the Istrian peninsula. There are still 1,185 uninhabited islands if you want to buy your own, though it'll cost you up to £1 million. But there are plenty of treats for the rest of us here in one of the most affordable dream destinations. Regular ferries hop between islands such as Hvar, famous for its lavender, rosemary and honey, and gutsy Korcula, birthplace (they claim) of Marco Polo. Look out for the spirited Moreska dance performed every week in summer. Star turn on the mainland, Dubrovnik, is nearly back to its best after a civil-war battering and ranks among the Med's most stunning medieval walled cities.
TROGIR:
The Island of Ciovo is attached by bridge to Trogir (Medieval Town over 2500 years old).
Trogir, a town-museum of the medieval heritage, is known as ‘Little Venice’. It is 5 mins by car and has over 100 restaurants and bars and a beautiful port with entertainment & cocktail bars. Trogir is a jewel of a walled town with a wide waterfront waterfront promenade that encloses a maze of medieval streets. Summer Music festivals with classical and folk concerts in churches and open squares. Entertainment includes lively fishermen's nights and folklore show but also classical music concerts in special scenic sets of the town.
Numerous market stalls for shopping.
Lovers of cultural and historical monuments, art, original architecture and nice alleys are given the opportunity in Trogir to learn about the manifold and complex heritage - from the Romanesque yard to the modern interiors.
Other Activities:
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