Croatia's Dalmatian coast is one of the most beautiful in Europe — crystal-clear Adriatic water, medieval walled cities, 1,000 islands and extraordinary natural beauty. Dubrovnik, Split and Hvar are among the most beautiful destinations in the Mediterranean, and the country consistently exceeds the expectations of first-time visitors.

Dubrovnik is the jewel in the crown — a perfectly preserved medieval walled city perched on a limestone promontory above the Adriatic. Walking the city walls at sunset is one of the great travel experiences in Europe. The Stradun main street, the cable car to Mount Srd and the Game of Thrones filming locations are all unmissable. Dubrovnik is best visited in May, June or September — July and August are very busy and very hot.

Split is Croatia's second city and one of the most extraordinary in Europe. Diocletian's 4th-century Roman palace is not a ruin — it is a living city, with restaurants, bars and apartments inside the ancient walls. The Riva waterfront is beautiful and the ferry connections to Hvar, Brac and Korcula make it an excellent base.

Hvar is Croatia's most glamorous island — a long, lavender-scented island with a beautiful medieval town, excellent restaurants and bars, crystal-clear coves and the famous Pakleni Islands just offshore. The nightlife at Carpe Diem Beach is legendary.

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the most beautiful natural sights in Europe — 16 terraced lakes connected by waterfalls, surrounded by forest and accessible on wooden boardwalks. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most photographed places in Croatia.

The best time to visit Croatia is June to September — warm, sunny and with calm seas. July and August are peak season and very busy. June and September are excellent — warm, less crowded and with lower prices. We search across Travelpack, Emirates Holidays and JTA Holidays for the best deals, with the FIBI discount applied automatically.