An exotic Mediterranean honeymoon for most
would call forth images of the south of France,
Spain, Italy, or Greece but a new treasure waits
to be discovered by the romantic adventurer “The Mediterranean as it used to be” Croatia. Step back in time to your favorite era from antiquity to medieval to the renaissance or experience the unspoiled landscape of the twenty first century. Set on the ancient trade route between east and west, Croatia was first colonized by the Greeks and later dominated by Rome which is reflected in the architecture of many of the coastal towns and villages, and olive groves and vineyards in the interior of the country. Later population centers reflect the medieval in walled towns and hundreds of churches and cathedrals.
Pablo Gargallo Museum, Zaragoza
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Exploring by Land
In order to experience Croatia, first you must know what you love to do because once you arrive there will be too much to choose from. Every type of outdoor activity is available from the mountains to the sea. Mountains that are an extended offshoot from the Alps, though not as tall still give the feel of high mountain climbing. For the less enthusiastic climber, lower elevations offer gentler hiking or mountain biking for a relaxed immersion in the unspoiled and carefully protected ecosystem. But don’t stop with the mountains…cycle tours are becoming an increasingly popular way to experience the gentle beauty of the landscape, the small medieval villages, and even the off shore islands through a combination boat and
cycle tour. Best of all this type of touring exposes you to Croatia’s greatest resource its gracious, welcoming, sociable people.
Hiking, canoeing, and horseback riding are other favorite ways to wander the back country. But while you are marveling at the crystal clear water that shows through to the river bed, or the dense evergreen forests, meadows, canyons and waterfalls, don’t miss the medieval castles, monasteries and ancient villages carved out of the wilderness.
Exploring by Sea
If the sea is what calls you, Croatia boasts over a thousand off shore islands and islets to be explored. The many islands create thousands of inlets and miles of beach.
The lure of the sea is so strong that Croatia has created four bureaus to organize and disseminate information on all businesses dedicated to enjoying the water. Enjoy sailing, diving, snorkeling, swimming, and just lounging on the beach along the clear blue waters of the Adriatic. It’s among the cleanest coastal regions in Europe, serviced by 140 charter services, many of which are sail boats of various sizes and configurations. Imagine gold and magenta sunsets glistening over the reflecting sea from the beach or gliding over the waves on a touring schooner.
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High End Resorts
Stunning scenery is nice but at least part of your honeymoon must be spent in pampered luxury. Croatia boasts many five and four star hotels, several are less than two to four years old, with two major resorts in production. The Grand Villa Argentina www.gva.hr offers a private beach and is in walking distance to Dubrovnik. The Hotel Dubrovnik www.dubrovnikpalace.hr also has a private beach with scuba diving facility, sea facing rooms and suites, internet access, four pools, four bars and a nightclub, exercise facilities and much more. Many of the top flight hotels offer among their amenities a wellness center to spoil and pamper the body as well as your senses, rejuvenate before jumping back into your adventures.
Discover “the Mediterranean as it used to be”, dream your fantasy and find it waiting for you. Your honeymoon in Croatia will only be limited by the width of your imagination, the length of your stride and depth of your passion.
Where to Visit
Most popular honeymoon sites Dubrovnik, the
islands of Hvar, Brac, and Korcula and Plitvice
National Park and often a combination of all three.
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