Fodor’s Essential Croatia

Written by local experts, Fodor's travel guides have been offering advice and professionally vetted recommendations for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. Cypress-lined beaches, sunny islands, perfectly-preserved medieval towns—Croatia is the European hot spot for beach lovers, cultural explorers, and yachting revelers. From outstandingly well-preserved ancient structures like Dubrovnik's fortified bastions to the rolling vineyards of Istria, Croatia is loaded with interesting things to see and do, and *Fodor’s Essential Croatia* covers the best of them. This travel guide includes: **ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE** and updated “Experience Croatia” chapter contains a brief introduction and spectacular color photos that capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout Croatia **SPECIAL FEATURES:** Features on Adriatic Sea cruises, Croatian wine, and an informative essay on the country’s history **INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS:** Each chapter opens with an orientation spread and planner that includes a map, short descriptions of each region, "Top Reasons to Go," and information on getting here and around **USEFUL ITINERARIES** make it easy for travelers to plan a vacation to Croatia. A section on sailing the Croatian coast aids travelers in planning the perfect boating itinerary **DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS:** *Fodor's Croatia* offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to nightlife **COVERS:** Kvarner, Istria, Hvar, Zagreb, Slavonia, Zadar, Split, Diocletian's Palace, and Dubrovnik