Places

Croatia

A celestial landscape of sea, stone and sky, Croatia unfolds its charms in sublime shades of blue and green. A petite paradise made of heart and spirit, Croatia is a captivating tale echoed through Roman temples and Venetian arches, across fortified limestone cliffs and sapphire waters studded with emerald isles, through enchanting forests and sprightly waterfalls. Ready to experience Croatia like never before? We’re here to inspire your next getaway, awaken your inner Hrvati, and capture the nuances that will make for your most unforgettable experience through Hrvatska.

Dalmatia

A constellation of limestone isles scattered across glossy cerulean waters, Dalmatia is a dreamscape of red tile roofs and medieval villages of stone, hidden turquoise beaches and bold ramparts surveying the coast, moonlit squares aglow with lamp light and serene seaside roads winding through valleys of mandarin and peninsulas of vine. An endless blue that sparkles with the promise of undisturbed wonders to uncover and ancient Mediterranean roots as deep as the pride in the hearts of its people, Dalmatia is the indomitable spirit of Croatia.

Istria

Where fishing boats pepper the old Venetian harbors of pastel villages and narrow Renaissance lanes mingle with Roman ruins, where fairytale towns cast their hilltop shadows across leafy forests and rippling slopes of world class vines, Istria is a sailors’ song carried upon the winds of time. Romantic and unspoiled, the Istrian peninsula is steeped in ancient treasures and Italianate charms, a collage of Adriatic culture to behold and savor, from Rovinj’s Old Town swirling up from the sea towards its Venetian belltower summit and Pula’s incredibly intact Roman Arena to the region’s feast of delicacies like black truffle, Lim Bay oysters, olive oil and native Malvazija, reflecting a rich legacy of harvest and haul.

CLIMATE

Continental
in the interior

Mediterranean
along the coast

Best Time of Year to Visit

May to Early October

FALL IN LOVE WITH

116 unspoiled Blue Flag beaches

Adriatic coastline studded with more than 1,000 islands

Inspiring natural wonders from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Krka National Park

Rich cultural tapestry of ancient Roman, Slavic, Venetian, Ottoman & Habsburg

10 UNESCO World Heritage sites to explore

Gustatory treasures like oysters, Pršut and Istrian truffles abound

Archipelago influenced cuisine, from Buzara to Brudet

Ancient wine appellations crafting rare indigenous wines like Pošip & Plavac Mali

SAVOR & SIP

An ancient intersection of culinary history where a blend of east meets west flavors amplifies a bounty birthed from a diverse terrain and generous Adriatic sea. Seasoned by centuries of civilization, from Greek and Roman to Slavic and Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman to Austro-Hungarian, Croatia’s table is a feast of regional delights to be savored in classical konobe (taverns) and Michelin-starred kitchens. A land whose cup overflows with winemaking roots of Ancient Greek origin, where indigenous varieties like Babić, Pošip and Plavac Mali sing the song of their singular microclimates and age-old vines. From the sun kissed seafood triumphs of Dalmatia and the Central European influenced dishes of its hearty interior, to the pasta, truffles and shellfish stews of Italian influenced Istria, Croatian cuisine reflects a tantalizing tradition of terroir to table.

LOCAL SPEAK

“Ispeći pa reći.”
(“Bake it, then say it.”)
– Croatian Proverb

PAIRS WELL WITH

Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Veneto, Italy
Puglia, Italy
Slovenia

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DURATION: 10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS
PRICING: STARTING AT $12,500/PER PERSON

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Dazzle your discerning palate on this gastronomic getaway through Northern Italy’s finest capitals of taste, from Piemonte and Emilia-Romagna to the Veneto and beyond. Appreciate the Slow Food roots and legendary wines of Barolo and Barbaresco before tasting your way through Torino. Experience Emilia-Romagna’s fine food traditions from Parma to Bologna, and sip fine Amarone and Dorona vintages from the vineyards of Vapolicella to the Venetian Lagoon, before savoring the historic flavors of Lombardia in elegant Franciacorta and the Val Taleggio.

DURATION: 12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
PRICING: STARTING AT $14,900/PER PERSON

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Set off for a unique exploration of Central Italy’s fabled countryscapes and medieval hilltop treasures preserved by time, from the secret villas and gardens of the Castelli Romani and the emerald green heart of Umbria to the timeless beauty of Southern Tuscany. Behold Umbria’s tranquil towns of stone and enchanting natural wonders while savoring the delicious bounty of its verdant lands. Appreciate the pastoral allure of Tuscany from the cloistered abbeys and undulating golden hills of the Crete Senesi, to the regal vines of Chianti Classico, Montepulciano and Montalcino. Uncover paths less traveled and works of art tucked away by time as you journey from Viterbo to the heart of Rome, and experience cultural triumphs from the ancient to the Renaissance.

DURATION: 14 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS
PRICING: STARTING AT $15,000/PER PERSON

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Lake Districts of Northern Italy

DURATION: 10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS
PRICING: STARTING AT $12,500/PER PERSON

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Northern Italian Capitals of Taste

DURATION: 12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
PRICING: STARTING AT $14,900/PER PERSON

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Hilltop Towns of Tuscany, Umbria & Rome

DURATION: 14 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS
PRICING: STARTING AT $15,000/PER PERSON

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