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Were you thinking about booking a villa in Croatia and planning a getaway there this year? Well, if you are coming from a euro zone country, you will be glad to hear that you will no longer need to exchange currency as Croatia has now officially adopted the euro as its national currency.

The change went into affect as of the first of January 2023 and this means that those enjoying a holiday in Croatia in 2023 who are coming from a country that also uses the euro will have one less thing to think about when planning their trip! Or, if you are coming from another part of the world but were considering stopping and enjoying a vacation in Croatia in addition to other European destinations, then you will only need to have one currency on hand for yet another wonderful location. 

Pula is a town in which coastal views, generous amounts of ancient Roman ruins, and a generally pretty and historic core all come together to create a charming picturesque spot to enjoy a vacation in Croatia. We have holiday rentals in Pula to choose from but it can also be readily visited as a must-see stop if you find a villa in Istria and plan on renting a car and exploring the wider region. And though the town does not have an endless list of things to see and do, it has plenty of brilliant attractions and charms to recommend it. Here are our favourite things to see and do during a holiday in Pula.

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...

Zadar is a famously beautiful gem along the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia that transports visitors back in time with its gorgeously preserved historic core, stuns with its sea views, and entertains with its streets filled with architectural wonders, special surprises, and culture. Zadar is, in a sense, one giant outdoor museum. Those, therefore, who like to wander pretty seaside cities, enjoy cultural pursuits, and generally have plenty to see and do without any sense of rush or chaos, will find that Zadar is the perfect blend of relaxing and stimulating. There are all sorts of attractions and appealing traits that we could mention but, if you are considering a villa in Zadar and need a little extra push then here are five great reasons to make this stunning city your next holiday destination...