Map of Kvarner Bay, Croatia: Islands, Ferry Routes, and Road Guide

map of Kvarner Croatia

Looking at a map of Croatia, the Kvarner region is that large blue pocket tucked between the heart-shaped peninsula of Istria and the vertical stretch of Northern Dalmatia. If you are planning a trip here, you might find the geography a bit confusing at first glance. Unlike other parts of the coast where you simply … Read more

Tourist Maps of Dubrovnik: Complete Navigation Guide

Dubrovnik Maps

Do you really need a dedicated map while visiting Dubrovnik? You might think your phone is enough. But considering the density of cultural monuments concentrated on a relatively limited surface inside the mighty city walls, having a proper map is essential. Google Maps is obviously the go-to resource, but it has a major flaw here: … Read more

Travel Guide: The Best Beaches in Hvar, Croatia + Naturist Options

best beaches in Hvar Croatia

If you are planning a trip to Hvar, you have likely seen the photos: electric turquoise water, white stone, and yachts bobbing in the distance. It looks perfect, and fortunately, IT IS! While Hvar is an amazing destination for beach lovers, the coastline is rugged. The “beaches” are rarely wide stretches of sand and instead … Read more

Zagreb Lower Town Attractions & Travel Guide

Zagreb Lower Town Attractions and Guide

Zagreb’s Lower Town (Donji Grad) hits you with a completely different energy than the Upper Town‘s quaint, sleepy cobblestone streets: it is now considered the center of business, shopping, art, museums, and spacious parks Nestled in the heart of Zagreb, it is one of the 17 distinct districts that define the city’s landscape. Constructed largely … Read more

Complete Guide to Kvarner Naturist Resorts and Beaches in Croatia

female sitting in the water in a naturist beach in Kvarner

This is the best resource you need to read if you’re interested to learn everything about the naturist resorts and beaches in the Kvarner region in Croatia. After all, this region is the unsung hero of Croatian naturism. While everyone else rushes south, those in the know head here for cleaner water, fewer crowds, and … Read more

Opatija Travel Guide: The “Vienna by the Sea” Explained

Photo of old stone house in Opatija Croatia

If you want to know what Opatija is like, think of the French Riviera’s elegance or the Italian charm of Monte Carlo, then place it in Croatia. Perched on the Kvarner Gulf, this lesser-known town is defined by a string of nineteenth-century villas and represents the most elegant slice of the Croatian coast. Locals and … Read more

North Dalmatia Naturist Beaches Guide

naturist beaches in North Dalmatia

The North Dalmatia region, stretching across the Zadar and Sibenik counties, offers a different flavor of naturism compared to the highly manicured resorts of Istria. Here, the coastline is more rugged, the islands are more plentiful, and the “textile-free” experience often feels closer to nature. While the number of dedicated, exclusive naturist resorts has decreased … Read more