Accommodation in Croatia

Are you planning a trip to Croatia? Below we have gathered all the most important information you should know before your trip. They will certainly make it easier for you to plan your vacation, especially if you are planning a trip on your own.

Croatia's most popular tourist regions are Istria, located in the north, Dalmatia with the Makarska Riviera in the south, and the slightly less well-known Kvarner. Istria has many advantages: beautiful views, shorter distance from Poland than the Riviera. The latter is sure to greet us with an even warmer climate. Istria is famous for its many places conducive to naturists, it is here that there are mini-cities where they have campsites, campgrounds, beaches and even organize their boat cruises. The two most important and also the largest resorts of the Istrian peninsula are Rovinj and Pula. On the outskirts of these towns there are wonderful beaches and charming buildings. The first town is famous for its beautiful old town, which is surrounded by the Adriatic Sea, while the second boasts an amphitheater modeled on the Roman Coliseum.

Below Istria is the Kvarner region. The most important city here is Rijeka. In this part of Croatia, tourists are fond of the islands, especially Krk, Rab and Ceres. In this part of the country you will find the "Croatian Ibiza", so people who do not like to be bored and wake up to life only at night will find themselves here. Numerous bars, hot tubs, dance floors for partying all this and much more awaits in the town of Novaljai and on Zrce beach where discos and numerous concerts are organized.

Another interesting region of Croatia is Dalmatia. Admittedly, it is located at a greater distance from Poland, but it is worth the extra kilometers. The sea in this part is more heated and the temperature is conducive to real relaxation on the beach, in turn, the likelihood of precipitation is low. Dalmatia offers tourists many beautiful rocky and pebble beaches, but also the opportunity to relax among the Mediterranean greenery on the coastal rocks. In its central part it is worth visiting such resorts as: Hvar, Makarska, Split and Trogir. All of these towns offer charming old towns, seaside boulevards lined with palm trees, small harbors and atmospheric beaches. Bars, restaurants and clubs are open in the evenings. Those looking for peace and quiet should choose apartments located on the outskirts of the resorts.

Residents of the European Union do not need a visa to stay in Croatia for less than 90 days, so you will only need a passport or ID card to cross the border. The currency in Croatia is the kuna (HKR), divided into 100 lindens - in terms of conversion it is about 55 cents, but more and more often prices in restaurants and hotels in tourist destinations are also quoted in euros and this currency can be used. When taking a dog or other pet on a trip, you should have a special document for it and a certificate of vaccination. Croatians are rather friendly and helpful, many of them speak English or German, so there should be no problems with communication. It is important not to confuse Croatian with Serbian, despite the many similarities, both nations guard the uniqueness of their speech quite strongly.

In late July and early August it is usually very hot, with temperatures in central Croatia reaching 35 degrees. Nights are also hot, so rooms usually have air conditioning. You need to remember to wear a head covering and to use high sunscreen at least for the first few days. Croatian beaches are rocky or pebble beaches, so it's best to bring a carimata or a deck chair for a comfortable rest. Children will certainly be pleased to know that the water in the Adriatic is so clear, the visibility reaches up to 10 meters. So you can admire fish and other creatures in their natural habitat.

Croatian cuisine can be tasted in restaurants, gostionice, taverns and konobas. Of the cold dishes, the famous ones are Dalmatian or Istrian "pr-ut," or dry smoked ham, cheese from the island of Pag or the Lika region, sheep's cheese, Slavonian "kulen," a type of salami with hot peppers, and Samobor or Zagor sausages (če-njovki). Of soups, you can get goveda juha - beef broth, juha od rajcica - tomato soup without cream, and riblja juha - fish soup. As for main dishes, fish and seafood are served on the coast and islands, and from meat dishes pa-ticada (stew), boiled lamb, fried meats similar to skewers (raznjici, cevapici), minced meat from three types of meat (pljeskavica) and grilled meat (mjesano meso na zaru). In the hinterland, mainly meat dishes are eaten: turkey with mlinci (a type of blin), roast lamb (janjetina), young piglet (odojak), boiled or fried -trukle. In addition, vitalac (lamb pudding), prosciutto (grilled leg of pig with sheep's cheese), kastradina (mutton) are served. Instead, restaurants have a small selection of salads. Of sweets, it is worth trying the crispy pastries - paprenjak. when it comes to spirits, Croatia is famous for its wines, especially dry and semi-dry. Croatian rakijas are also famous: slivovica, travarica (liquor on herbs), lozovaca.

The accommodation base in Croatia is highly developed. The cheapest alternative will be campgrounds and campsites. For an example accommodation for two people with a tent we will pay about 100zl. We can also find smaller and larger hotels, from intimate ones with basic facilities to those with their own bars, discos, swimming pools, sports fields or golf courses. Prices in such places fluctuate widely depending on location, season and amenities. The intermediate and most popular option is private apartments, which are most often chosen by families with children and groups of friends. Private quarters are labeled "sobe." In June and September it is unlikely to be a problem to find accommodation. It is worse in July and August, because then there are a lot of tourists and finding a decent facility at a good price is quite a challenge. Prices of accommodations depend on the locality, standard and distance to the beach. Certainly, booking in advance you can find accommodation for 15 euros/person by the beach. It is advisable to check the accommodation base of Croatia before leaving and get an idea of the distance to attractions, the sea and how the stay is priced.

Croatia is a great vacation destination. With the above information, organizing your stay will be easy and enjoyable.