Be enchanted on the Adriatic.
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.
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
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