Having emerged from the horrors of the Balkan war Croatia is now becoming a popular tourist destination. The country has an outstanding coastline with 1,185 islands, plus numerous islets and reefs. The country also has picturesque medieval villages and Roman ruins making it attractive to those who like the sun, good food, local colour and history.
Croatia is arc-shaped, its long Adriatic coastline forming its western leg running down to the ancient seaport of Dubrovnik in the south. The land between the rivers Sava and Drava forms the northern part, with Zagreb, the capital sited there.
Most tourists will visit the Dalmatian coastline that is indented with peninsulas, rocky cliffs and small inlets. There are many good quality hotels and marinas in the area. Croatia offers visitors a Mediterranean climate, lush vegetation, stunning scenery and a unique culture. For those who want a more adventurous holiday there are opportunities to take part in a range of sports including kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, skiing, golf and sailing.
There is a wide range of accommodation available to rent in Croatia. Depending on their budget tourists can choose from hotels, apartments or villas. Renting holiday apartments or villas offers the freedom of using your accommodation as you wish and not having to share swimming pools or other facilities with other guests. If you are one of a group the cost of renting a villa may not be as much as you might think, and it will also help you to get a feel for the local culture if you shop in the local markets for food. Apartments can be 1-bed or 2-bed whilst villas range from 2-bed to 7-bed, some of which have their own swimming pools. Villas can range in type from old stone buildings to modern luxury villas with their own boat moorings and onsite catering services.