A beach strewn with rubbish in a hidden cove at Štinjan near Pula has been transformed into an idyllic seaside attraction thanks to the tireless work of a local bar owner and his wife. In 2016, Mario ...

AS SOON as I saw the large, freestanding hammock gently rocking in front of my safari tent, I knew I had come to the right place. Istria, a heart-shaped peninsula on Croatia’s west coast, is full of ...

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What began with one villa, three friends and a property owner in need of advice has developed into a business of 700-plus luxury lodgings and more than 40,000 guests a year. But some things never ...

The Balkans, an area rich in diverse cultures and landscapes, is home to a number of seaside resorts you haven’t heard of. Five coastal towns stand out for the beauty of their beaches, their strong ...