Exceptionally beautiful and varied landscape, crystal clear waters, untouched nature, pebbly and sandy coves and beaches, over 350 species of fish, crabs and shellfish, and the Mediterranean flora make Croatia irresistible.
Warm currents, which come from the Mediterranean and pass up the Croatian Adriatic coast, provide the basis for a pleasant climate. All of which make Croatia an ideal vacation destination throughout the year. The sea temperature in summer is about 25 °C. The warm weather in the region is exceptional, especially in Dalmatia. For example, the island of Hvar has 2.718 hours of sunshine per year, while Dubrovnik has 2.584 hours.
The needs of the most demanding visitor will be satisfied in the hotels, camping sites, marinas and private residences. The intimate atmosphere of the fishing villages and small harbors, the sport and the unique cuisine and excellent wines, in the continental part: the countryside, hunting and fishing, various cultural and sporting events, together with the sincerity and hospitality of the Croatian people will make ones visit to Croatia an unforgettable experience.
Accommodation: Croatia offers accommodation in numerous hotels, tourist complexes, private accommodation and camping grounds.
Naturism: There are numerous well-established naturist camps. There are also naturist beaches near some hotels and camps.
Health tourism: There is a large number of health spas sited on thermal and mineral springs. Around Zagreb there is Tuheljske Toplice, Krapinske Toplice, Stubicke Toplice, Varazdinske Toplice, Ivanic Grad (Naftalan) and Topusko. In Slavonia there is Daruvar, Lipik and Bizovac. On the coast there is Vela Luka, Sibenik, Duga Uvala and the Istrian spas. There is also thalassotherapy in Opatija, Crikvenica, Veli Losinj, Hvar and Makarska.
Diving: In Croatia there are over 120 diving centers.
Conference tourism: Croatia has 75 fully equipped conference halls. The largest ones in Croatia are located in Zagreb, Opatija, Dubrovnik, Pula, Rovinj, Cavtat, Porec, Brijuni, Crikvenica and the Plitvice Lakes.
Hunting tourism: There is a long tradition of hunting tourism in Croatia, and therefore are a large number of hunting resorts. In central Croatia and Slavonia one can hunt deer, wild boar, martens, foxes, hares, pheasants, wild geese and wild ducks. In Gorski kotar and Lika there are also opportunities for bear hunting and, in Dalmatia, chamois and mouflon.
Youth tourism: There are youth hostels in Dubrovnik, Pula, Sibenik, Zadar, Split, and Zagreb
Winter tourism: There are three major ski resorts with many ski lifts and ski runs: Medvednica near Zagreb, Platak near Rijeka and Bjelolasica near Ogulin.
Sports tourism: Most hotels and camps have tennis courts (ATP tournament in Umag, WTA tournament in Bol), as well as facilities for basketball and beach volleyball. It is possible to rent boats, fishing and scuba-diving equipment, and there are also scuba diving and sailing schools. One can go rafting on Dobra and Cetina rivers, and white water rafting is organized on Kupa, Korana, Mreznica, Cetina and Una rivers.
Tourist information 0800 200 200
