TRAVEL Issue 29 / July 2011 Issue 30 / August 2011
EUROPE’S HIDDEN GEMS: Dalmatian Coast, Croatia
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Forget the exotic locations - look a little closer to home If you think you have to stomach
the hefty ticket cost and suffer the long plane journey to the exotic coasts of Asia or the Caribbean for that peaceful break you have been longing for, think again. Look no further because there are a few hidden jewels of the European variety too... You just have to discover them, and that’s where we come in.
LOCATION Just a two hour plane journey away, the Dalmatia Coast in Croa- tia boasts two reputations: trendy hotspot and secluded getaway. It’s the quiet oasis you’ve been looking for; oozing with culture,
relaxation, and nature, it’s perfect for that week away to unwind.
LEISURE The long, rugged coast owns numerous offshore isles and you should try to visit one of these if you want to avoid the hotspots. Mljet Island is a definite must-see; with only four seaside villages surrounded by crystal blue sea, this is one laid-back island.
ADVENTURE The mainland is backed by tower- ing mountains, so if you’re up for a bit of hiking make a visit to the Plitvice Lakes, the Croatians’ (admittedly more impressive)
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equivalent to our Lake District. Hike through the dense wood- land to find the tallest waterfall, Veliki Slap and let your inner explorer out (although if you can’t even navigate your kitchen we’d advise you to stick to the trails).
CULTURE For a bit of Croatian culture, head to the nearby city of Pula in the region of Istrian, a town dripping with history and ancient Roman architecture dating from the first century BC. Explore the narrow streets and check out the iconic Rovinj amphitheatre to really immerse yourself in this beautiful, antique city.
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