Croatia is a country that people revisit time and time again. Whilst for many decades it has been, and remains a popular holiday destination for Europeans, it was relatively unexplored by most New Zealand holidaymakers until recently.

It is Croatia’s pristine coastline with clear water lapping into pretty pebble beaches and secluded coves and its 1,185 islands scattered along a 1,777 km coastline that make it a perfect place for sailing and enjoying the quality of the sea and air of the Adriatic.

It could also be the abounds of history in Croatia with its well-preserved fortified towns encompassing centuries old buildings, its cities, parks, islands and lakes that UNESCO World Heritage has listed under protection, it’s narrow stone streets opening on to bustling squares dotted with popular restaurants that make it a popular choice to visit when planning a trip to Europe. Venture further and you will find groves of olives and fruit, vineyards, lavender fields, and small villages with red tile roofs. Mountains, lakes, rivers and forests all add to its charm. It is all the flavours of the Mediterranean atmosphere – the way it was, that invites one to spend and dabble time in.