Croatia is experiencing a new sense of style and purpose with the emphasis now on high quality, chic hotels and smart, tasteful bars and restaurants. The coast stretches almost 3600 miles from the Slovenian border close to Italy in the north to Montenegro in the south and tourism accounts for over 70% of the country’s GDP. Historically interesting cities and villages may be found throughout the country but especially attractive are the walled old town of Dubrovnik, the Roman sites in Pula and the Emperor Diocletian’s Palace in Split. Beaches are almost all pebbled however you will still be able to sunbathe and the waters are clear and warm for swimming. Look out for dance festivals such as Electric Elephant or the Garden Festival and do make time to visit the abundant galleries, museums and exhibitions; you will never be bored in Croatia!