Croatia
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UK visitor figures to Croatia up 27% year on year
According to September figures released by the Croatian National Tourist Office (CNTO), 74,027 Brits enjoyed an early autumnal break in the country, up a massive 27 per cent on the same period in 2012.
Croatia ‘holiday destination to watch this summer’
As Croatia prepares to become the 28th member of the European Union on July 1st 2013, the latest sales trends from Post Office Travel Money suggest that the Balkan country will be the European holiday destination to watch this summer.
Visit Albania on a Croatia to Greece Pass tour
Balkan Road Trip is launching a brand new two-day Albania add-on to its existing Croatia to Greece Pass tour.
Five-day Croatia sailing trip for £149
With new airlines flying in to its international airports and the start of the summer’s warm temperatures and clear skies, April is a great month to visit Croatia.
Croatia increasing in popularity for holidaymakers
Croatia is looking like it’s going to be the place to visit in 2013, with On the Beach reporting an unprecedented 43 per cent increase in bookings to Croatia, compared to this time last year.
Croatia is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful parts of Europe, with its long (1778km) Adriatic coastline and authentic Medieval and Mediterranean towns to enjoy. Its glorious climate attracts sun-seekers from afar and its sparking seas and rocky coves are ideal for yachting holidays.
Croatia Essential Information:
Capital: Zagreb
Major cities: Dubrovnik and Split
Major resorts: Kvarner Bay, Brac, Opatija
Time Zone: GMT +1
International dialling code: +385
Language: Croatian. To learn the basics visit www.bbc.co.uk/languages
Croatia currency: Croatia uses the Croatian Kuna. 1HRK is worth around nine pence. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc.
