Holidays to Croatia 2021

Key Information: Croatia is a European country which occupies the largest area of the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea. There are plenty of wonderful holiday experiences to be had in Croatia, whether you’re into trekking, festivals, running, cycling, and much more, there’s definitely something there for you!

Ideal Time to Go: Sightseers might like to visit parts of Croatia such as Dubrovnik, Split & Zadar during the winter months as they have a lot of beautiful views on offer during this period. If a sunny Croatia beach holiday is what you’re after then July and August are ideal months for your Croatian holiday.

Weather: Croatia generally has two climates – The coastline has a Mediterranean climate and interior parts of the country have a continental climate. Due to the dual climates in Croatia, the average temperature along the coast differs from the inner regions, for example, Dubrovnik, which is a coastal region, has an annual average temperature of 16.3°C, whereas the average annual temperature in Zagreb is 15.2°C. Dubrovnik is probably Croatia's most popular resort and with average temperatures in the high 20's during the summer months and 13 hours of daily sunshine during July & August, it's easy to see why.

Flight Time: Less than 3 hours from London

Time Difference: 1 hour ahead of UK time

Currency: HRK (Croatian Kuna)

Fun Fact: Alfred Hitchcock claimed that the sunsets in Croatia are the most beautiful in the world.

Top Tip: Plan ahead! - There are so many great things to do in Croatia that it may be overwhelming trying to choose activities at short notice, so decide beforehand what you intend to do in order to make the most of your holiday in Croatia.

Croatia is full of beautiful destinations, all of which have something different to offer. Here are some of our top recommended places to visit for your holiday to Croatia:

• Dubrovnik – A magical place with a lot to offer. Dubrovnik is a land of culture, the historical buildings and city walls make for very pleasant sights that are certain to keep you happy and entertained. There’s plenty of accommodation covering a wide price range so you are bound to be able to find something that works for you. There are beautiful beaches that allow you to relax in the sun and plenty of nearby attractions such as waterfalls and mountains if you’re feeling a little more adventurous.

• Zagreb – Zagreb has good travel connections to the UK and Europe, so it’s easy to reach, but it has so much more to offer than just that. The nightlife in Zagreb is often said to be the best in the country with plenty of wonderful clubs, concerts and bars to keep you wildly entertained. It is also a great shopping destination with plenty of bargains to be had.

• Plitvice Lakes – If beauty and wonder are what you’re after then there’s no place better than Plitvice Lakes National Park. It’s a beautiful combination of nature and fine scenery. There are sixteen interconnecting waterfalls and wonderful floral views. You can explore its unique beauty on one of the many trails they have or even get a boat or shuttle bus tour around the park. No matter how you choose to explore the park, you’re bound to be left in awe at what it has to offer.