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Island-hopping on 'sun-drenched' Croatian coast recommended
04 February 2008
Island-hopping in Croatia provides an alternative for people who consider traditional holiday destinations too expensive, crowded or over-developed, it has been claimed.
Writing for the Associated Press, travel enthusiast Sheila Norman-Culp described her exploration of the country's "sun-drenched" coastal islands.
Pointing out that Croatia's US visitors alone have doubled since 2005, she remarked: "I usually snort at tourist-advertising slogans, but Croatia's new one - 'The Mediterranean as it once was' - is right on the money."
She went on describe the Adriatic destination's constant sun, "clean and clear" waters and affordable prices, concluding that the walled city of Dubrovnik is the country's "crown jewel".
"Any visit starts with a flight into Split and ebbs and flows with the ferries, whose summer schedules run June through September," she noted.
Ms Norman-Culp said the city features a "must-see stone-walled maze of narrow streets, tiny shops, bars and restaurants".
Hvar was singled out for its provision of daily boat and ferry trips to other islands, while Vis presents a "hotspot for food and celebrities" and Bisevo's Blue Grotto is an increasingly popular snorkelling and diving location.
Next month sees the opening of a further "must" for sailing enthusiasts, with Marina Preko - situated on the Dalmatian island of Ugljanu – already lauded by boating and maritime experts for its easy access to other areas.
Category: Istria, Kvarner and North-West & Southern Dalmatia, Korcula and Peljesac & Dubrovnik & Tourism News/trends
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