Croatia holidays

Croatia holidays have really crept onto the radar over the last few years. This scenic part of south east Europe scores highly on everything from its beaches along the Adriatic Coast, to its colourful history in cities like Split and Dubrovnik.

The best time to visit Croatia

More than 550 kilometres separates north Croatia from the south, but the climate is surprisingly uniform across the country. Along the coast, you can expect a Mediterranean climate made up of long hot summers and mild winters. The best time to take a holiday here is between early June and late September – July and August are peak beach weather months if you’re chasing warm Adriatic waters. At this time of year, temperatures on the coast and around the islands range from the mid-twenties to the low thirties. The best time to travel to Croatia for sightseeing are the shoulder seasons in May and October when temperatures are a little lower.

Explore Split and the Dalmatian Islands

A large part of Croatia’s appeal comes from its coastline. The seaside here stretches out for 1,778 kilometres and 1,185 islands float off the shores. Each place has its own calling card. The likes of Kolocep and Mljet put Mother Nature in the driving seat, while Hvar and Dubrovnik are favourites with celebrities and film-makers. Then there’s Brac Island, which is known for its iconic, fin-shaped beach – Zlatni Rat. If you can’t settle on just one place, a TUI Tour or Multi-Centre holiday is sure to do the trick.

Croatia’s national parks

Croatia’s scenic national parks score highly when it comes to natural beauty. A visit to Plitvice Lakes reveals a landscape of cascading waterfalls and emerald forests that seem straight out of a storybook, and it’s a similar story at Krka National Park. Paklenica National Park, meanwhile, is better known for its dramatic canyons and black pine forests, while Kornati National Park is an archipelago in the northern part of Dalmatia, which is made up of 89 separate islands.

Find your perfect Croatia package

Croatia ticks plenty of boxes when it comes to choosing the right holiday. Its safe, pebble beaches make it popular for family holidays, while there are plenty of adults-only hotels with a five-star rating for grown-ups only getaways. All Inclusive holidays are rising in popularity here, too, while if you’re on a budget, there are plenty of cheap deals if you opt for self catering, or book a last-minute holiday.