05 May 2017
One of the most frequently said comments about Croatia is, 'It will surprise you'. We at Balkan believe this to be very much true, so we've compiled a list of aspects that will simply sweep you off your feet when you venture into this stunning country for the first time.
1. There is Roman architecture here, and plenty of it
People usually go to Rome or Greece to get their fill of Roman architecture, but did you know Croatia has more than its fair share of amphitheaters, palaces, and other structures? Within Split and Pula in particular, you'll find an extraordinary plethora of well-preserved historical wonders that
06 Apr 2017
Summer in the UK can be unpredictable, glorious sunshine and picnics in the park one minute, and Earth shattering thunderstorms the next. So, why not grab a slice of the real Mediterranean, and bask in the unrivalled beauty that is Croatia.
With flights from up to 10 UK airports, in to either Pula, Split or the magnificent Dubrovnik, Balkan Holidays is THE choice for Croatian Holidays.
Croatia has also become very popular in recent years for festivals and events, both modern and traditional! With the Sonus Festival on the Island of Pag hotting things up every August - to the Zagreb Wine Weekend providing a sumptuous experience in late
17 May 2016
The worlds largest travel guide book publisher Lonely Planet recently published its Top 10 European travel destinations for 2013 and Croatia, which is marketing itself as 'the New Tourist Star of the European Union" was delighted to have made the list in what is undoubtably another piece of good news for the country's tourism industry, following their recent EU entry on July 1.
The Lonely Planet article said of Croatia: "Calling Croatia a hotspot is somewhat old news in travel circles – its popularity is firmly established among European travellers and steeply on the rise among Americans as well. But many travellers are only seeing one
12 Apr 2016
For a relatively small country, Croatia offers a dizzying range of holiday ideas. With its heavily indented Adriatic coastline, 1,244 islands and breathtaking national parks, it can be tough to narrow down where to go on holiday in Croatia.
Where to go in Croatia for island-hopping?
Even though only 48 of Croatia’s islands are inhabited, there’s still a huge choice of places for a holiday. Many are grouped together so you can cover several islands in a day. The Elaphiti islands near Dubrovnik – Šipan, Kolo?ep and Lopud – can be visited in a day, or discovered singly at a more leisurely pace. In the Kvarner Gulf, you can flit
13 Sep 2015
Croatia is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination, well known for it's 1244 beautiful islands and stunning towns & cities offering incredible value for money holiday opportunities. Every year millions of tourist are attracted by the natural beauty of Croatia and the crystal clear warm waters of the Adriatic sea.
There are a number of interesting historic and cultural sites to discover while on your holiday to Croatia, seven of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place that is listed by the UNESCO as of special cultural or physical significance. The list is maintained by
21 Jul 2015
Opatija is often referred to as the “Croatian Monte Carlo”, so it is no surprise that EU-backed website European Best Destinations has listed this beautiful resort among the best for a romantic break on the seaside.
Once the playground of the Austro-Hungarian and Italian aristocracy who would flock here to enjoy its clear blue waters, long beaches and sub-tropical greenery, Opatija is now a synonym for luxury and the perfect choice for anyone who wishes to have a pleasant, peaceful and relaxing holiday.
There are also plenty of events that take place in Opatija during the summer months such as concerts, exhibitions and
01 Jul 2015
This summer, Balkan Holidays is featuring over 40 weekly flights to Croatia, offering UK travellers largest selection of regional airports and leading low cost carries such as EasyJet, Jet2, Monarch, Norwegian and Thomson. Croatia is situated on the eastern side of the Adriatic Sea, right across from Italy and enjoys warm Mediterranean climate with mild Springs and Autumns.
Whether you want to discover the islands of the Dalmatian Coast, take a walk along the old town of Dubrovnik or explore colourful Istrian peninsula, holidays to Croatia can guarantee an unforgettable holiday experience.
11 Sep 2014
The Island of Brac is the largest of the central Dalmatian group of islands and the third biggest of all the Adriatic islands. With an area of 394.57 sq km and population of 13,824 it is separated from the mainland by the Brac Channel, from the island of Solta by the Splitska Vrata (Split Gate) and from the Island of Hvar by the Hvar Channel. The highest peak on the island, Vidova Gora (Vitus' Mount) at 778 m, is also the highest peak of all the Croatian islands. Part of the island's coastline consists of a limestone surface which is rocky and steep, while the rest of the island is low and sandy, on the southern side from Farska to Bol and
06 Sep 2014
Following on from our popular blog article a few weeks back featuring our Customer Services Manager, we wanted to continue bringing you a behind the scenes look at some of the Balkan Holidays team members who ensure you can enjoy the holiday you deserve year after year. This week we managed to grab our Reservations Manager, Paloma Fiestas from her busy work day to sit down and have a quick chat with us. Here's how it went....
1. Hi Paloma, thank you for joining us today, firstly can you tell us a bit about yourself and as reservations manager, how you and your team interact with Balkan Holidays customers?
Hi Guys. Well I have been
18 Apr 2014
According to the latest Post Office Holiday Money Report, Croatia is one of ten "hot" destinations for summer 2014. A range of factors will determine where holidaymakers will travel this year say the Post Office, including destination and flight developments, package prices, resort costs, exchange rates and demand that spurred growth in recent years. Using this criteria, Post Office Travel Money has identified the hotspots it predicts will most likely hit the headlines for all the right reasons in the coming year.
Croatia has grown in popularity year after year rising to become one of Europe's most trendy
