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Molat is an island in the northern part of Zadar archipelago. It stretches from the northwest to the southeast and is located between the island of Ist in the north and Dugi Otok to the south. Its area is 22 km2 and it has about 220 permanent residents in three villages: Molat, Brgulje, and Zapuntel. It was named after the Latin word Melatus which means honey. The island was once covered with evergreen holm oak forests but now is dominated by predominantly low maquis. Molat is inhabited since prehistoric times, as testified by finding in Ledenice at Zapuntel port, where was found flint objects from that era. In the Middle Ages, the owners of Molat were Zadar and Venetian nobles who were harvesting rich forests of holm oak, which almost devastated the island. On the southeast of the island lies the picturesque tourist and fishing village of Molat, which is also the largest settlement of the island. In Molat there are two shops, a bakery, a museum, several restaurants, and a playground. Not far from place is beach Jazi, which is the most visited and most beautiful on the island. Extremely rugged coastline, many hidden sandy coves and beaches, crystal clear sea, and a large selection of favorable accommodation in private apartments make the island Molat ideal destination for lovers of peace and quiet family vacations in a true Mediterranean atmosphere. Contact the owners of apartments on Molat and save up to 40% on high agency fees. Search for private accommodation on the island Molat. Apartments, rooms and private accommodation in Molat. Welcome to the island of Molat!
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Žirje is the farthest and the largest island of the Šibenik archipelago. It is located 22 kilometers southwest of Šibenik close to the Kornati National Park. Its area is 15 km2 and here live only a hundred residents. The island was most likely named after the once dense forests of Mediterranean oak, which once covered most of the island ("žir" on Croatian means acorn). Today the island has a maquis that was used for grazing numerous flocks of sheep and goats. Beside maquis here are important pine forests and small wild animals. The main agricultural crops are olives, grapes, figs, prunes, and almonds, mainly in the flat fertile field located in the interior of the island. With the mainland and the city of Šibenik is linked by ferry and express lines, which runs several times a day. On the island, there are roads and paths that make up the extensive network of over thirty kilometers. Žirje is known as a fishing village and a rich fishing area. It stands out with its natural beauty, wild and unspoiled nature, clear and blue sea, wild, rocky beaches such as those in bays Velika, Mala Stupica and Koromačna, which are a frequent target of boaters. From sports activities, you can enjoy in cycling and trekking, but if you want to spend a quiet holiday and enjoy the benefits of a warm summer, we recommend a full day relaxing in the privacy of the many hidden coves and beaches. Like any other inhabited Dalmatian island, Žirje has its fisherman's festival and besides it, there are a sports and entertainment event islanders games, and rural festivities for the feast of the Assumption. Visit the farthest island of Šibenik archipelago, find your ideal apartment or room and briefly escape from hectic everyday life. Private accommodation on the island of Žirje. Welcome to Žirje!
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Molunat is a small fishing and tourist town in the Dubrovnik-Neretva County in Croatia. It is located in the picturesque small bay in the far south of the Croatian municipality Konavle near the border with Montenegro. It is located 40 kilometers southeast of the city of Dubrovnik and 20 kilometers south of the airport and Cavtat. Its population is only about 200 permanent residents, who are mainly engaged in tourism, hospitality, and fishing. Accommodation in Molunat is offered exclusively in apartments, rooms, and houses within a private family accommodation. Your hosts will do everything, so you can spend an unforgettable vacation in this unspoiled natural oasis on the southern Croatian coast. The town is named after the peninsula, which is named after the ancient Greek word "molos", which means port or bay. This leads us to the former ancient port of Mali and Veliki Molunat inside the bay, protected against bad weather and high waves, as evidenced by numerous archaeological traces in the sea and the remains of walls and fortifications. In the 15th century, the Dubrovnik Republic here again established a small town originally served as a shelter for people with fever and quarantine for ships coming from other Mediterranean ports. Over the following centuries, Molunat was part of the famous and highly developed Dubrovnik Republic, because of its position, it was the target of frequent pirate attacks. Today Molunat is developed small tourist destination that offers its visitors a preserved nature with numerous species of medicinal herbs, an indented coastline with several sandy beaches and shallow coast, two small islands and clear and very clear waters rich in fish. Since it is located in the extreme south, the climate is very favorable, with long and hot summers, and very mild and pleasant winters, which allows the development of year-round tourism. Visit this little hidden gem of the Adriatic, and spend an unforgettable family vacation in peace without the crowds with unspoiled nature and crystal clear waters. Search for private accommodation in Molunat, and save up to 40% on expensive agency fees. Apartments, rooms and holiday homes in Molunat! Welcome to Molunat!
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Welcome to Metković, the second largest city of Dubrovnik-Neretva County, which is located along the banks of the Neretva river near the state border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Metković is the administrative, economic and cultural center of the Neretva valley. The town was first mentioned in a court document from 1422 as a small agricultural place. It was like that until the nineteenth century when the city begins its rapid development thanks to the construction of the post office and school, as well as the increased volume of trade with the Ottoman Empire. 1875 Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I visited the city, and one of the first hotels on the Adriatic was a hotel Austria which opened in Metković back in 1890. It can be concluded that the Metković even then offered its passengers and guests interesting content, and now, of course, offers more and more. The development of tourism includes private renters who offer accommodation in apartments and rooms in their private homes at an affordable price. Metković, as well as the entire Neretva valley, is an area rich in different plant and animal species. Despite draining a swamp for the needs of farmers, a wealth of fauna especially birds in several ornithological reserves remains preserved. Rich cultural, historical and natural heritage and gastronomy will delight every tourist. Every day is organized tours with a boat through a multitude of channels and backwaters of the Neretva river. You will enjoy the kindness and hospitality of the inhabitants of Metković. Private accommodation Metković. Welcome to Metković, the city on the Neretva river!
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Okrug Donji is a picturesque tourist town in the Split-Dalmatia county in Croatia. It is situated on the west coast of the island of Čiovo, 8 kilometers southwest of the historic town of Trogir. Čiovo is connected by bridge to the mainland through the historic core of Trogir, so all the places on island Čiovo are easily accessible to tourists because there is no bridge toll. Okrug Donji has about 300 inhabitants and administratively it belongs to the municipality Okrug or Okrug Gornji. Okrug Donji is an ideal place for a family vacation because of its numerous beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters. Lovers of active holidays can enjoy many activities such as diving, water skiing, parachute flight, fitness center, and tennis. In addition to numerous activities, there is also an interesting offer of cozy beach bars with good music. The place has a few restaurants and taverns, where are served delicious fish and Dalmatian specialties, like smoked ham, cheese and wine with the sound of popular Dalmatian songs. Like all small Dalmatian places, during the summer, here are organized famous fishing festivals and folk songs. Those in search of a rich nightlife fun can have a good time in nearby Trogir and Split. We invite you to visit the island of Čiovo and Okrug Donji, this small and quiet place with many beautiful small beaches and coves surrounded by green fragrant Mediterranean vegetation. Search for cheap apartments, rooms and holiday homes for rent in Okrug Donji. Contact directly owners of private accommodation and save up to 40% on expensive agency fees. Welcome to Okrug Donji!
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Košljun is a small tourist place and harbor placed in a bay on the central part of the island Pag. Administratively it belongs to the town of Pag and is located 11 kilometers south of the town. From the town of Pag, you can reach Košljun on the modern road, about 10 minutes away by car, or macadam road that leads through the Pag saltworks, ideal for cyclists and adventurers. Historically Košljun served as an important port and exit of the town of Pag to the open sea. Today it is a very quiet holiday village, where you can find accommodation only in private family homes with beautifully landscaped garden. You can also find interesting accommodation in the small private campsite which is located next to the beach in the shade of pine trees. Along the coast stretches several beautiful beaches, surrounded by pine trees and the view from them is centered on the island of Vir, and the open blue Adriatic sea. In a few kilometers away from the neighboring bay there is an even smaller place called Proboj, with a small harbor, beaches, and only ten houses. It is ideal for all lovers of peace, tranquility, or for a vacation away from the noise and crowds. It is also an ideal starting point for discovering all the attractions and sights of the island Pag thanks to its position in the middle of the island. We invite you to visit this small quiet corner of the island Pag and truly relax your body and soul. Private accommodation in Košljun on the island of Pag. Apartments, rooms, and holiday homes cheaper up to 40%, without expensive agency fees. Welcome to Košljun on the island of Pag!
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Kukljica is a picturesque tourist and fishing town in the county of Zadar in Croatia. It is situated on the southeastern part of the island Ugljan, near the Strait of Ždrelac, where the bridge connects the island of Pašman with Ugljan. Like all of the island places, Kukljica is situated on the east coast of the island and is separated from the mainland by Zadar channel. Across the channel are the historic city of Zadar and Sukošan. The old town core, which is decorated with original old stone houses with Mediterranean architecture, is situated in a beautiful bay and well-protected harbor full of fishing and pleasure boats, yachts and sailboats. Across the bay is holiday resort Zelena Punta. Accommodation is offered in one hotel, and numerous and diverse private accommodation in apartments and rooms in private homes. Sandy beaches Sabuša, Kostanj, Zelena Punta, and Jelenica stretches on both sides of the island in the shade of ancient pine forests. Beach Sabuša although on the western side of the island of Ugljan, is very accessible and is just a few kilometers away from Kukljica. In the Kostanj bay is a valuable historical monument, where is restored old Christian church of St. Jerome from the 13th century. Walk along the coast is a real pleasure for all lovers of nature, peace and clean air, particularly the peninsula Zelena Punta which is covered with thick pine forests. Unique tourist attraction in Kukljica is the traditional procession of boats which takes place every year on August 5 for the feast of Our Lady of the Snow. The statue of Our Lady of the Snow is accompanied by processions of hundreds of small and large boats that attracts many curious visitors and guests. Visit the island of Ugljan and Kukljica, and relax on one of the many sandy beaches and spend an unforgettable summer vacation. Search for private accommodation in Kukljica on Ugljan. Apartments, rooms, and holiday homes cheaper up to 40%, without expensive agency fees. Welcome to Kukljica!
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Prižba is a small place in Dubrovnik-Neretva County in Croatia. It is located on the southern coast of island Korčula and it offers a great view of the open sea and island of Hvar. It consists of two bays: Vela and Mala Prižba that were formed on both sides of the peninsula in the length of 4 km. Administratively it belongs to the municipality and the town of Blato, which is only 10 kilometers away. From Vela Luka is 15 km and from the town of Korcula 40 km away. These bays until recently were uninhabited, but the development of tourism in the 1960s the whole island of Korcula is experiencing a tourism boom and in Prižba was built first cottages and holiday homes for residents of the town of Blato. Today these houses are adapted to modern accommodation for guests and a great holiday in apartments, villas and private rooms. On the small peninsula Ratak, in the center of Prižba is a beautiful pebble beach with clear seawater and a small convent of the Sisters of Mercy. Prižba is surrounded by numerous vineyards which produce famous Korčula wines, lush evergreen forests and Mediterranean vegetation with their aromatic scents. There is one small car-camp, a few restaurants, and bars, post office, shops, pizzeria, and kiosk. You can rent a bike, and discover the island and its beautiful shores. It is also possible to rent a small motorboat to visit the islands coast and the nearby uninhabited islands Stupa, Crklica, Sridnjak and Vrhovnjak, where you can enjoy in the privacy of swimming and sunbathing. We invite you to visit this hidden part of the island of Korčula. Find accommodation in a number of comfortable and modern rooms and suites and experience all the magic, flavors and aromas of the Mediterranean. Accommodation in Prižba on the island Korčula. Apartments, rooms and other tourist facilities Prižba - Korčula. Welcome to Prižba!
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Sveti Martin na Muri is a small place and the seat of the municipality of the same name, which is located in Međimurje County at the northernmost point of the Republic of Croatia. Here the Mura River enters Croatia and forms the natural border between Croatia, Slovenia, and Hungary. The whole area can be divided into two geographical units; the lowland part in the north along the Mura river and the hilly part of the Međimurje hills in the south. The municipality consists of 14 settlements: Brezovec, Čestijanec, Gornji Koncovčak, Gradiščak, Grkaveščak, Jurovčak, Jurovec, Kapelščak, Lapšina, Marof, Sveti Martin na Muri, Toplice Sveti Martin, Vrhovljan and Žabnik. Sv. Martin na Muri is one of the oldest parishes and settlements in this part of Međimurje. Prominent sights are the church of St. Martin, mill on the Mura, boat (scaffolding) on the Mura, protected landscape of the Mura River, and the Sveti Martin thermal baths. Thermal baths Sveti Martin is located in a small place Toplice Sveti Martin and consists of a complex of indoor swimming pools with thermal water, a summer aquapark, a wellness center, and gastronomic points. The spa is the backbone of tourism development in this area. There are many opportunities for active holidays such as cycling, fishing, horseback riding, adrenaline sports, and walks on well-maintained and educational hiking trails. Numerous events are organized here throughout the year, such as Tourism days, Wine and Apple days, Goulash festival, Martinje, Vincekovo, Classic along the Mura, and many others. You can treat your palate to numerous local delicacies and wines of this region in several restaurants, picnic areas, family farms, and also one deer and mouflon farm. Apart from the hotel within the Sveti Martin thermal baths, you can find accommodation in many private apartments and holiday homes. We invite you to visit this idyllic and gentle hilly region in the very north of Croatia that will pleasantly surprise you in every season.
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Ugljan is a small settlement in Zadar County. It is situated on the far north of the island of Ugljan, 11 kilometers north of the village of Preko which is the center of the municipality. Ugljan includes 9 villages: Čeprljanda, Lučino Selo, Batalaža, Sušica, Gornje Selo, Muline, Guduće, Fortoština, Varoš, and several beautiful coves: Ćinta, Mostir and Luka in Muline. The name of the place and the Ugljan island is most probably derived from the name "ulje" - olive oil due to the intensive production of olive oil. In Ugljan there are more than 1000 inhabitants, mainly engaged in tourism, fisheries, and agriculture (olive growing, grapevine and figs). The autochthonous vegetation (oak, pine and cypress trees) has been replaced by typical Mediterranean cultures so from 60% to 70% of the island's surface occupy olive groves and figs. The island of Ugljan is connected to the nearby Zadar by a very frequent ferry line, which since 2006 runs even at night. The climate of the island of Ugljan is the typical Mediterranean with extremely dry summers and mild winters and very pleasant for life both in the summer and winter months. Ugljan offers a wide range of sports and recreational facilities: tennis, beach volleyball, soccer, bicycling, diving, table tennis, kayaking ... You can meet the traditional hospitality of the locals because the accommodation here is mostly offered private family accommodation (cozy apartments, cheap rooms, and holiday homes). We wish you a pleasant stay on island Ugljan!
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Top 10 tourist destinations
Croatia abounds in interesting and diverse places, thanks to its geographical position, long and rich history. Croatia occupies three very different geographical regions:Adriatic, Dinaric Alps (Dinarides) and the Pannonian plain. In a relatively small area, there are many interesting destinations and opportunities for either a short vacation and a getaway for a weekend or a long summer vacation.
In major Croatian cities on the Adriatic coast, you can explore the cultural and historical heritage of the ancient Romans, the Venetian, and the Dubrovnik republics. In continental Croatia you can feel the Central European spirit of old towns.
In small and lesser-known tourist destinations you can spend a peaceful vacation in cozy private family accommodation next to the beautiful beaches under the shades of fragrant pine forests and surrounded with crystal clear Adriatic sea.
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