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Croatia is a famous holiday destination among sun-worshippers and sea-lovers as it boasts a long and scenic coastline, lots of little islands to be discovered, and wonderful Mediterranean weather, all at a pretty reasonable price-tag compared to many other locations in the area. The region of Istria, in particular, is well-known as an excellent coastal destination as is the area around the famous capital of Dubrovnik. However, there are plenty of other wonderful seaside destinations to be discovered. Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, for example, boasts a long coastline along the Northern Adriatic, some 55 islands, 86 harbours, lots of villages, towns, and cities by the sea, and endless beaches. If you love being by the sea then a vacation rental in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is just the thing! In fact, it is in this region that you will find the island of Rab with rare soft, sandy beaches for Croatia that rival the perfect strands of the Caribbean. Another of the most appealing examples among these various coastal gems is the town of Opatija, which is where Croatian tourism was born and where you'll find one of the most unique and striking beaches in the country.

There are plenty of reasons to choose a vacation rental in Dubrovnik: it combines a sun and sea getaway with a city break, it is steeped in history and culture, there is a vibrant gastronomic scene, and Game of Thrones fans can visit backdrops from the television adaptation, to name but a fraction of its charms. However, if you are spending time in the city, which is now, undoubtedly, the tourist capital and hot spot of Croatia, you may want to take a day to escape the hustle and bustle that such a place can attract. If that is the case, then we would very much suggest a day trip to explore the Elaphiti Islands.

An archipelago located just to the northwest of Dubrovnik, the Elaphiti Islands are comprised of six islands and lots of smaller islets. Just three islands among them, the largest three, are actually permanently inhabited: Koločep, Lopud and Šipan. There are various ferries and tours that can get you to specific islands or take you to a few of them and you can also explore them more freely if you have rented a boat of your own. Jadrolinija have a daily ferry service that travels to each of the three main islands in turn and G & V Line operate a catamaran service from Dubrovnik to Sipan, for example. Viator, the tour specialist website also offers several different day trip options including cruises of the Elafiti and Green Islands from Dubrovnik and an Elafiti Islands Cruise from Dubrovnik on a 16th century-style galleon! Both spend time on each of the three main islands and include time for some swimming and sunbathing during your trip. However, the most popular way to experience the Elaphiti Islands is to take the, “Three Islands & Picnic,” tour. Offered by lots of different operators working out of Dubrovnik's Old Harbour, these tours will take you to the aforementioned bigger islands and offer you drinks and lunch, all as part of packages that usually cost somewhere between around thirty and forty euros.

Those looking to vacation in Croatia may have certain areas and particular destinations in mind. However, if you are looking for adventure, we recommend a vacation rental in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County. This extraordinary region of Croatia and is comprised of a coastline along the Northern Adriatic, made up of 55 islands and 86 harbours, that comes up to meet the mountains of North-West Croatia. Whether you are looking to go sailing, swimming, hiking, skiing, and much more besides, you’ll be able to do it all in this one county!

One of the must-see spots and perfect day-trip destinations within the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County is the island of Rab. Rab is a diverse and beautiful island that boasts sandy beaches rivalling those of the Caribbean, pine forests, vineyards, olive groves, and a dramatically windswept and barren-looking northeast coast made up of towering cliffs and karst formations.

If you have found a vacation rental in Sibenik and are planning on exploring the archipelago, you might be looking for different towns, attractions, areas, and islands to visit on day trips. While there are many to choose from, one of the most unique and interesting spots to hit up must be the island of Zlarin. It is a must-see for those interested in taking care of the environment and environmental policies around the globe as it has recently been announced to be Croatia’s first zero waste, plastic-free island! Incredibly beautiful as it is, this latest announcement only makes the stunning island all the more appealing and is certain to ensure that it remains an unspoiled gem.

If you have always loved dolphins and wanted to see them in real life and if you have found a vacation rental in Croatia, then you are in luck. The incredibly clear blue waters of the sea off the coast of Croatia offers the perfect setting to see dolphins in their natural habitat, playing and jumping, swimming alongside boats, or simply doing their own thing nearby.

The best areas in which you can see dolphins in Croatia are the waters around the islands of Losinj and Cres, where a community of over one hundred bottlenose dolphins can be found, though there are also more that can be found in other parts of the Adriatic. This is the species that most people know, the kind that is on television most often, seen jumping high in the air, playing, and, seemingly, always smiling.