Baska Voda The crystal-clear waters and white-pebble beaches of the Makarska Riviera stretch for miles.

The Baredine Caves Porec-Parenzo is a network of underground caves filled with stalagmites and stalactites, some of which resemble people and creatures. Well worth a visit.

The Rovinj Islands, Rovinj are beautiful islands with outstanding natural beauty ad are a must see if you are staying in Rovinj. The islands begin around 500 meters from the shore and nestle very close to each other.

Plitvice Lakes National Park in the county of Lika-Senj is a UNESCO World Heritage sight and is well worth the drive inland. A series of naturally created dams, caves and stunning waterfalls will enchant you. There surrounding forests are home to bears, wolves and many rare species of birds.

The Round Tower, Public Square, Porec. was built in the second half of the l5th century. It is very well preserved and there is a terrace on the top with spectacular views across the city.

Pula is the largest city in Western Croatia and an ideal place to visit for a genuine taste of Croatian tradition and culture. There is an enormous, excellently preserved Roman amphitheatre which was built around the 1st century AD and is the sixth largest in the world. The city is even older than that, however, and there is some stunning architecture from various centuries.

Rijeka is an important business, trade, industrial and cultural centre thanks partly to its impressive harbour.

Zminj is about 25 km from Rovinj and combines the atmosphere of the Mediterranean south of the country and the more continental feel of the north.

Zagreb has been the capital since 1557and is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting cities in Europe. As well as the amazing Austro-Hungarian architecture of the town centre houses and its stunning neo-Gothic Cathedral there are also trendy boutiques. There are also numerous museums, galleries and entertainment on offer. Although it is some distance from both Porec and Rovinj this cosmpolitian and fascinating city is worth the effort.