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Active vacation in Croatia - things to do, entertainment and nightlife

Rijeka, Croatia Croatia offers almost unlimited opportunities for outdoor activities. There are ideal conditions for diving, windsurfing, and fishing along the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Fans of sea walks can go yachting along the coast or to the islands. Scenic landscapes and an abundance of historical attractions make walking and cycling tours fascinating. The ski resorts offer winter sports. Do not forget about the numerous mountain rivers; they are ideal for rafting. Seasoned climbers will be able to conquer one of the many peaks of the country. Mountains are not that high; however, the routes are often incredibly difficult because of the terrain features.
Beautiful nature, hundreds of small islands, dense forests and ancient castles – Croatia is a wonderful country perfect for vacation. The capital of …
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Diving is one of the most popular tourist activities. During the dive, you can see numerous shekels or underwater reefs with rocks. Travelers could stumble upon one of the many sunken ships, including the Roman galleys. The most attractive option for beginners is diving off the coast of Istria. The depth in this place is about 40 meters. The archipelago of Palagruža has a deeper sea and, therefore, is suitable mainly for professionals. A huge number of various fish live in the wonderful underwater world of Adriatics. These include cat sharks, sea eels, lobsters, and barracudas.
There are a lot of tours for hiking and cycling in the country. The most popular bicycle tourism spots are in Istria, Dalmatia, and Kvarner. There are two large bicycle routes in the mainland of Croatia. The Way of Ina has a length of about 30 km and Sveti Martin na Muri is about 35 km long. A longer route starts at Grobnik and continues about 55 km. Almost all bike paths in Croatia are asphalted. Routes are laid in picturesque places; some of them involve sightseeing. Walking tours are also very popular among tourists. Trekking can be done in one of the national parks. Entrance fee isn’t included into the tour price. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Rafting is extreme sports that is about kayaking on the mountain rivers. Thousands of fans of this sport come to Croatia every year. Croatian mountain rivers are considered not the easiest to go through, and, therefore, inexperienced travelers should hire an instructor. The most popular rivers are Una, Dobry, Zrmanja, Koran, and Cetina. They flow along the territory of picturesque national parks, where you can relax and take a breath in special places. There are many cozy and picturesque places for fishing in Croatia. However, to start fishing, you must first obtain a permit. You can fish at almost the entire Adriatic coast.
Mount Plak will be an ideal place for rock-climbers. Excellent conditions for climbing are also available in the Paklenica National Park. Tourists will be able to descend to a depth of more than 1 km in the Cerovac caves of the Velebit mountain. The walk down the cave gives a lot of new emotions and impressions. Fans of windsurfing should go to the island of Brač, which is considered the center of this sport. The largest windsurfing track to another island, Hvar, starts there. Skiing in Croatia is not the most popular sport, but fans of extreme skiing can ride at the resorts of Platak, Bjelolasica and the peak of Sljeme.
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Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Croatia
♥   Restaurant 'Dubravkin Put' Zagreb. Type - Modern cuisine. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Dubrovnik' Dubrovnik. Type - Mediterranean. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Gallo' Zagreb. Type - Mediterranean. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Konoba Morgan' Brtonigla. Type - Traditional cuisine. On the map   Photos
♥   Restaurant 'Konoba Čok' Novigrad. Type - Fish and seafood. On the map   Photos
Map of all parks
National and city parks of Croatia
♥   Forest Park 'Golubinjak' . On the map   Photos
♥   Forest Park 'Jankovac' . On the map   Photos
♥   Forest Park 'Japlenški vrh' . On the map   Photos
♥   Forest Park 'Kašteja' . On the map   Photos
♥   National Park 'Kornati' . On the map   Photos

Unique attractions in Croatia

Stadion Gospin Dolac

From the series “Top 14 Sport Stadiums with Impressive Design”
One of the most original and most attractive stadiums in the world can be found in the Croatian town of Imotski. The construction of the local stadium was not incredibly expensive, its size is just as modest. The surrounding landscape makes the Gospin Dolac Stadium, opened in 1984, really unique. The small stadium was built on the steep cliffs, within reach of the striking historical sights. From the only colorful stand of the tiny stadium you can admire the panorama of the forest, the mountains, the wonderful lake and the old observation tower near the football field.

Gospin Dolac is the home stadium for the Imotski football club and can accommodate 4,000 spectators, although the number of curious tourists visiting the stadium is much bigger. The trip to the strange stadium will be an … Read all

Dobra River

From the series “The Most Dangerous River Rapids for Rafting”
Croatia is rich in picturesque rivers, many of which are found for rafting. Dobra River is a right inflow of Kupa River and is very challenged among mid-level athletes. Its length is 104 km, the distinctive feature of the river is the diversity of the small sleepers. Although there are almost no high and extremely complicated river flows, this shortcoming is offset by the numerous obstacles.

A part of the river bed stretches through the deep ravine. This range is considered the most complicated and attractive among the most experienced athletes. Another unquestionable advantage of the river is its numerous pools and dams, which make the water level in the river almost 6 months a year sufficient for rafting. Here you can train in the early spring as well as in the autumn. On the Kupa … Read all
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Entertainment, recreation and attractions in cities of Croatia

Dubrovnik
Fans of dancing will also never be bored here. On evenings numerous nightclubs and discos are opened in Dubrovnik. Latino Club is considered the most popular night facility of its kind. The club is notable by an atmosphere of celebration. Here are often organized special entertainments for guests and theme parties. Buza Nightclub will surely appeal to fans of energetic dances, exotic drinks and theme parties. The club often hosts performances of famous DJ's, and on weekends here take place … Read more
Split
Those who prefer to spend time outdoors are sure to enjoy the Marjan Park. It is the largest park in the city, where several historical sites are situated. Here you can have a great picnic or devote some time to sports. The park has landscaped areas for secluded rest and viewing platforms as well. A popular holiday destination among visitors of the city is the Filomena SPA. It is ready to offer clients a variety of services. A nice addition to vacation will be a walk around local shops and … Read more
Hvar
No less popular is Dubovica Beach located at the fabulously beautiful secluded cove. There are some amazing historic buildings in the immediate vicinity of the beach, which make the stay even more enjoyable. It is worth noting that sandy beaches are rare, as the coastal area is rocky. The most beautiful sandy beach is Milna situated near the small village of the same name. In addition to a relaxing holiday on the coast, Hvar offers its visitors ample opportunities for outdoor activities. In … Read more
Zadar
Kornati Park is located in the archipelago of the same name. This area looks quite dull and lifeless, but only at the first glance. In fact, the world of its inhabitants is very diverse. The parks of Sjeverni Velebit and Paklenica are located in the scenic mountain regions. Everyone who is interested in visiting them is invited to go camping and appreciate the beauty and diversity of the landscape. The park is home to beautiful forests and caves, and mountain streams. There are even special … Read more
Zagreb
Maksimir restaurant is a perfect place to have rest. More than 200 years ago a beautiful zoo opened in the territory of the park. Here are collected animals and birds from all over the world. It’s really impossible to find such a great choice of exotic fauna in any other zoo in Croatia. The zoo accepts visitors every day. Small visitors are welcome to attend interesting excursions. In the evening tourists are welcome to participate in numerous interesting entertainments. Boogaloo club is … Read more
Porec
Assortment of entertainments for sports lovers is very big, there are more than 150 tennis courts on the city’s territory. The favorite tourists’ amusements are bicycle travels, almost all existed types of sportive entertainments are available for Porec’s guests. Bicycle trips to Baredine Cave are very popular, travelling along its picturesque grottos is very impressive. Owing to unique lighting system these mysterious grottos look charming. Travelers who come resting with whole family … Read more
Rovinj
Next to the city center travelers will find one of the most popular entertaining establishments being the Rovinj Aquarium. In spite of its small scale (in comparison to other known aquariums of Europe), it is noted for a great collection of sea habitants and its fantastic design. Bright fishes, starfish, octopuses and beautiful sea shells will turn a visit to this oasis of marine world into an unforgettable experience for a whole family. Each aquarium is equipped with a tablet, giving the … Read more
Opatija
Local tennis courts and golf courses will be of great interest not only for amateur players but for pro sportsmen as many expert players choose these courses as training grounds. Local beaches are still a popular place of rest among foreign guests. The most popular coastal area is the Lido Beach. It is located in the Western part of the resort. The scenic sand beach features all the comfort enhancing facilities. Active leisure enthusiasts will like a vast choice of sport grounds meanwhile … Read more

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