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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...

If you are looking for a holiday in Croatia that combines perfect tourist attractions, wonderful beaches and sunny days, good food and wine, and adventure, you will find few destinations as perfectly suited as Istria. The region is often divided into two categories: the coastal tourism hotspot that is “Blue Istria,” and the calmer and lush inland area known as, “Green Istria.” While the former offers all of the attractions, resorts, restaurants, bars, and facilities that one might want for a fun and relaxing vacation, the latter affords stunning landscapes that are just waiting to be uncovered and explored!

Those who love hiking, spotting animals, admiring stunning surroundings, and exploring lush landscapes, ancient ruins, and diverse marine life will find that one of Green Istria’s most charming attractions delivers all this and more: the Brijuni National Park. An ideal spot for adventure while enjoy a perfect getaway, it is a must to add to your itinerary while staying in a vacation rental in Istria.

The beautiful coastal city of Zadar is home to an undeniably picturesque Old Town with little cobblestone streets and architectural gems from various periods throughout history. Perched on the Dalmatian Coast and lapped by the Adriatic, this pretty town with its cinematic looks also boasts some unique and interesting tourist attractions and art installations including the Sea Organ and the Monument to the Sun. Each evening, unbelievable sunsets that Hitchcock named the loveliest in the world take place over the water with an audience waiting along the seaside promenade to enjoy the show with drinks or just with people they love. Add to this that Zadar is known for having the most pleasant climate in the entire Adriatic, the excellent nearby beaches, and the range of natural wonders that are located close to the town and you have a perfect recipe for a truly relaxing seaside getaway in the prettiest of surroundings.

For those looking to unwind, take things slow, and enjoy the good life, a villa in Zadar really is just the thing! And, as you wander the historic streets, enjoy wholesome adventures exploring the area, and work up an appetite, you will discover and incredible culinary heritage that is just waiting for visitors to dive into! Of course, you can head to various family-owned traditional restaurants and the more slick and modern eateries that are dotted throughout the town but if you are staying in one of our wonderful vacation rentals in Zadar and want to make the most of having your own kitchen then you should head to the Trznica Zadar market to stock up on the freshest local ingredients.

Umag is the kind of stylish and picturesque and perfectly lovely seaside resort that one might imagine when dreaming of going on a vacation in Croatia. Located along the coastline of Istria, it is the westernmost town in Croatia and is in a part of the country that is especially lush and green and home to some incredibly fertile vineyards. Featuring areas of forestry, stunningly crystal-clear and bluer than blue waters, pretty beaches, an Old Town with picturesque cobbled streets and ancient origins, some amazing tourist attractions and annual events, and much more besides, it is a place that has all that you could ask for in order to enjoy a pefectly relaxing getaway in Istria. Get browsing our range of charming villas in Umag and then come and start exploring it all for yourself!

While there are plenty of great things to see and do all throughout the area, if you have found your vacation rental in Umag, then these ten picks of attractions and events are some that you should make sure not miss out on during your time in this beautiful seaside gem in Croatia...

The island of Pag has unusual looks that make it immediately stand out: at first glance, this barren, rocky island floating in the luxuriantly blue waters of the Adriatic seems like something one should stumble across in space, instead. In fact, the lunar-like and distinct nature of the landscape of Pag has even lead to its increasingly becoming popular as a filming location. Even Ridley Scott, king of space epics, has filmed a project there back in 2017. However, the unique visual appeal of Pag is not all that it has to offer. In fact, it’s got plenty to see and do so why not find a villa in Zadar and make Pag your next day trip destination during a gorgeous coastal vacation in Croatia...