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Rovinj, the 'Venice of Istria': A Practical Guide to the Old Town and Coast
What earns Rovinj its Venetian nickname, and how to see the old town, St Euphemia's church, the harbour and the nearby coast in a day or two.
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Stories from April 2026
Everything published on this guide that month.
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Zagreb’s Hidden Courtyards
The courtyards and passages behind Zagreb's facades, and the July festival that opens the Upper Town's palace courtyards to everyone.
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Hiking Biokovo: A Practical Guide to Sveti Jure and the Biokovo Nature Park
How to hike or drive up Biokovo above the Makarska Riviera, from opening hours and the one-lane road to the Skywalk, trail choices and the safety basics.
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Cavtat: A Quieter Base Near Dubrovnik
Why Cavtat makes a good base near Dubrovnik, how to get between the two, and what to see in the town and the surrounding Konavle region.
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The Dalmatian Coast by Car
Driving the D8 coastal road from Split to Zadar, with the best stops in Trogir, Primošten, Šibenik, Krka and Vrana Lake.
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Pula’s Roman Amphitheatre
How to visit the Pula Arena, one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres anywhere, and what else to see in Roman Pula.
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Zagreb’s Upper Town (Gornji Grad)
A practical walking guide to Gornji Grad: the funicular, the noon cannon, St Mark's Church, the Stone Gate and the best viewpoints.
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Sailing the Kornati Islands: Charter Bases, Park Fees and Rules
How to plan a Kornati sailing trip: where charters start, what the national park charges boats in 2026, and the rules and conditions to expect.