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Croatia is known to be a perfect destination for those in search of seaside fun and rest and relaxation while lying out on the beach. There are plenty of amazing seaside resorts and towns, post-card perfect beaches, and stunning islands to choose from but one particularly lovely part of the Croatian coast is the Makarska Riviera.

Located along the coastline in the Spilt-Dalmatia region, this incredible area is dotted with awe-inspiring mountains, picturesque bays, pretty resort towns and ideal beaches: the choice of where to go and what to do is truly endless! So, if you find a vacation rental in Split-Dalmatia, come and discover its charms for yourself. Here are some more of our highlights in the area:

Those who find vacation rentals in Split-Dalmatia will quickly realise that there is no shortage of wonderful beaches to visit in the area. However, did you know that Croatia has a riviera of its own? Did you know that this is where some of the best beaches in the entire country are?

The Makarska Riviera has some truly extraordinary beaches and is a beautiful stretch of coast that very popular among tourists. If you find yourself in the area, be sure to set aside some time to explore the endless surprises of this lovely part of the country. Here are some of its highlights:

Hvar is a famously beautiful island in Croatia and is a great natural gem but, just off the coast from the town's main town (also called Hvar) is another wealth of natural loveliness: the Pakleni, or Paklinski, islands. A chain of wooded islands located in the crystal-clear clear waters directly in front of the town's harbour, they are a lush cluster of isles that boast an impressive list of things to see and do and are the perfect place to completely unwind. Read our guide to some of the must-see features of the islands, and then find a vacation rental in Hvar and plan a trip to the islands!

1. Palmižana – Vingoradišce Bay

Located on Sveti Klement, the largest of the Pakleni Islands, this is one of the most beautiful resorts of all in Croatia. Much of the land in the area was bough up by Hvar’s Eugen Meneghello in the early 20th century, with the plan to create a spectacular botanical garden, which he eventually opened to the public.

The beautiful island of Hvar is a famously lovely holiday destination in Croatia. Consistently one of the top ten islands to visit in the world according to Conde Nast, it is a unique place that boasts a large fertile coastal plain, fresh water springs, hillsides covered in pine forests, vineyards, olive groves, fruit orchards, lavender fields, mild winters and warm summers, and perfect sandy beaches. Those who find a vacation rental in Hvar and plan a trip to the island, usually come to take advantage of this great wealth of natural beauty. If you come to Hvar town, you will also be rewarded with another natural gem, just off the coast, the Pakleni, or Paklinski, islands.

This chain of wooded islands sit in the crystal-clear clear waters of the harbour and stretch out in a picturesque line directly in front of the town. The name is often translated as ‘Hell’s Islands’ but they are anything but that and the meaning is more likely to have come from paklina, a pine resin that was once harvested there and then used to waterproof boats.

If you have imagined holidaying in Croatia, it is safe to presume that you have envisioned picture-perfect beaches and the incredible relaxation that they might offer you. In this case, you are, most certainly, correct. Croatia offers an abundance of natural gems and its coast, in particular, is especially lovely. There are endless beaches to choose from but we have been rounding up some of the best of the best to help you narrow it down. Here are the last of our picks of the best beaches in Croatia.

9. Banje Beach

If you have decided to go for a city break and have found a vacation rental in Dubrovnik, fear not: you don't have to miss out on beachside fun.