Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is a stunning region of Croatia and stretch of coastline located in the Northern Adriatic. It is made up of 86 harbours, 55 islands, and the majestic mountains of the North-West of Croatia. For those interested in adventure – from swimming to hiking, skiing to sailing – it is one of the best places to holiday. Luckily, here at Easy Reserve, we have a selection of some amazing villas in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. making it easy to explore and have your adventures while enjoying a perfectly relaxing holiday in Croatia. If you do come to investigate all there is to see and do in the area, however, we particularly recommend a day-trip to the stunning island of Rab.
A gorgeous island of unbelievable natural beauty and some of Croatia’s best sandy beaches that rival the beauty of the Caribbean, Rab has lots to see and do. From hiking through enchanting pine forests that sway high overhead, to tasting the culinary delights produced in the vineyards and olive groves of the island, to admiring the dramatically windswept north-east coast with its towering cliffs and karst formations, to relaxing on stunning beaches, to wandering historic streets, Rab has all this to offer and more...
First mentioned in Greek writings dating back to 360BC under the name Arba, Rab is known to today as one of the most perfect stretches of the entire Adriatic coast, with some of the most picture-perfect beaches and plenty of great options to choose from. The nearby town of Palit has the Lungo Mare with all of the amenities you could need including showers and toilets and nearby restaurants as well as some fun extras like pedal boat and kayak rentals. Banjol, meanwhile, is relaxing and family-friendly as it boasts shallow waters and sandy shores. Kampor has both rocky beaches and crystal-clear bays like Suha Punta and sandy stretches like Mel. Then there is Lopar, which is well-known for its selection of different sandy beaches that visitors can choose from. So, there is something for everyone, no matter what kind of day at the beach your prefer.
But it’s not just days at the beach that Rab does so well. Come and enjoy the stunning historic centre of the town of Rab itself with its winding streets, Medieval plan, pretty churches, Gothic and Renaissance palaces, and more. Get lost in time and just stroll about with no plan in mind as you never know what delights you might discover while wandering this picturesque gem. Head out for the day to a winery and take a tour and enjoy a guided tasting as you learn all about the island’s incredible wines. Then, once you’ve worked up an appetite, dive into Rab’s food culture of organic produce and the freshest seafood you can imagine. All in all, a perfect day out and a dreamy day-trip destination to enjoy during your getaway in Croatia and time spent in one of our wonderful holiday rentals in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County.