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Island Hopping in Croatia: Ferries, Catamarans and Planning
How Croatia's island ferries and catamarans work, which routes link the main islands, and how to plan a realistic island-hopping trip.
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Luxury Yacht Experiences in Hvar
How yacht charters around Hvar work, from day trips to crewed weekly cruises, and the bays, islands and harbours worth building your route around.
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Dubrovnik’s Lapad
A guide to Lapad, Dubrovnik's green peninsula of beaches, seafront paths and hotels, and how to use it as a base for the Old Town.
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Summer Open-Air Cinemas on the Adriatic
Where to watch films under the stars on the Croatian coast, from Split's Bačvice cinema and Dubrovnik's old summer screens to the Pula Arena.
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Dubrovnik Summer Festival: Dates, Venues and How to Get Tickets
How the Dubrovnik Summer Festival works, from its fixed 10 July to 25 August dates and open-air venues to theatre at Lovrijenac, concerts in the Rector's Palace and buying tickets.
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A Weekend in Hvar Town: Two-Day Itinerary Beyond the Nightlife
How to spend two days in and around Hvar Town: getting there from Split, the fortress and old town, the Pakleni Islands, and a half day on the quieter side of the island.
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Adventure Day Trips from Split: Rafting, Hiking, Waterfalls and Sea Caves
Active day trips from Split, from rafting the Cetina near Omiš and hiking Biokovo to Krka's waterfalls, Klis Fortress and the sea caves of Vis and Biševo.
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Kayaking on Mljet for Beginners: Paddling the National Park Lakes
Why Mljet National Park's two saltwater lakes suit first-time kayakers, what the park ticket covers, and how to plan a safe, easy paddle to St Mary's islet.
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How to Access Money Safely in Croatia
Euros, cards, ATMs and the currency conversion trap: a practical guide to paying for things in Croatia without losing money.
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Croatia for First-Timers: 10 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
The planning and on-the-ground mistakes first-time visitors to Croatia make most often, from currency and ferries to timed park tickets and Sunday shopping.
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Public Transport Hacks for Croatian Cities
How tickets, buses and trams work in Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Rijeka and Zadar, and the simple habits that save money and fines.
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Wellness Retreats in the Croatian Hinterland
Thermal spas, mountain forests and quiet farm stays: where to go for rest and recovery in inland Croatia, away from the busy coast.
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