Coastal Croatia

Be enchanted on the Adriatic

Coastal Croatia

Be enchanted on the Adriatic

"We are headed to Croatia this summer. If you are thinking about Croatia too, keep exploring here to give you a taste of what to expect.

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Explore ancient Roman and Venetian palaces, taste wine from some of the oldest vineyards in Europe and unwind on incredible beaches. The Croatian coast offers the Adriatic escape you’ve been dreaming about in a country rich with history and culture.

Here's a glimpse of what you can expect in the coastal regions of Croatia.

CROATIA

From its hundreds of islands to its architecturally rich cities, this is the Croatia you've been dreaming of.

Split and Dubrovnik

Game of Thrones Locations Tour

Travel to Croatia has increased since Game of Thrones began filming in Dubrovnik. Visit the locations behind some of the series' most memorable scenes.

Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian

This short video from UNESCO profiles the highlights of Split's exceptionally well-preserved center: ruins of Diocletian's Palace, built between the late 3rd and the early 4th centuries CE, and the cathedral, built from salvaged materials, as well as other surviving 12th- and 13th-century Romanesque churches and 15th-century Gothic palaces.

The Life and Times of Emperor Diocletian

In this Footnoting History podcast, historian Nicole Lopez-Jantzen discusses Diocletian’s rise from obscure beginnings and low social standing to emperor, his reign, and his decision to retire to present-day Split, something that no Roman emperor had done before.

Dubrovnik City Walls

A fascinating look at the history of the city's well-preserved walls. Remember to hit the CC button in the bottom right for English subtitles.

Rebuilding Dubrovnik

The 11-month siege of the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik began in 1991, with Croatians defending themselves against the Yugoslav People's Army—the event left nearly 70% of the city in ruins. In this excellent BBC Documentary podcast, Malcolm Billings explores the post-siege reconstruction projects and the legacy of the war.

Wine

Croatian Wine

In this episode from Wine 101 from VinePair, get an overview of the wine regions of Croatia, including its historic varieties that are becoming well-known abroad.

Istrian Malvasia: A Guide to the Native Variety

In conversation with wine journalist Amanda Barnes, winemaker Dimitri Brečević discusses Istrian Malvasia—responsible for the region's most exciting wines—revealing its unique, challenging character and how it requires special treatment in the cellar.

Cultural Entertainment

Croatia | Favourite Songs

A fantastic collection of iconic Croatian songs. The perfect mood-setting soundtrack.

Belladonna

From one of Croatia's most revered authors, the novel centers on Andreas Ban, a psychologist who no longer psychologizes, who lives alone in a coastal town in Croatia. His body is failing him, he summons the strength to sift through the remnants of his life―his research, books, medical records, photographs―remembering old lovers and friends, the tragedies of WWII and the breakup of Yugoslavia.

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