CROATIA

This countries cultural heritage is not only unique but just that little bit special. It has a crystal clear blue sea, natural beauty and a thousand years of different cultures that has over time formed what is now Croatia. Due to its favourable location & coastline, it has always been considered as a significant trade and nautical route dating back to the 6th century B.C with the ancient Greeks. Later on the Romans arrived and they constructed palaces and villas throughout the country. May and December are the best months to visit Croatia, but be warned that July and August can be extremely busy.

Croatia's main tourist attraction is it's beaches, its friendly locals and it's offshore islands. But the country also has some beautiful national parks with exciting wildlife, and a history lot most countries would be proud of.

Worldmark's range of services include:-

Due to our extensive overseas network we are able to offer any client a full range of services. These can be purchased individually or as part of a package.

* Discounted hotels.
* Discounted fares with British Airways.
* Private car transfers.
* Sightseeing & Guided Tours
* Theatre Tickets
* Rail & Air tickets
* Chauffeur & Car Hire

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Dubrovnik

Has grown from a town/port into the tourist centre of the Southern Croatian coast. It has a world famous cultural heritage and has been described by UNESCO as one of the most attractive cities in the Mediterranean. The city has many quality hotels with the majority of them situated on the Lapad Peninsula and in the area of Ploce. Sightseeing in Dubrovnik can require several days depending on your interests. Visitors should take a stroll through the Stradun area, with its narrow streets opening up into small town squares and many monuments & fortresses that are worth investigating. As with Zagreb the city has many interesting museums & galleries containing many excellent and unique exhibits. Dubrovnik offers an extensive range of restaurants and taverns that offer a wide variety of cuisines.

Zagreb

Sits on the slopes of Medvedrica Mountain and along the banks of the Sava River. The city has grown into popular tourist destinations for those wishing to explore this fascinating country or as a transit point for branching out into the Adriatic Sea. The city has a history dating back almost 1,000 years and its medieval history is reflected in the old town districts of Gradec and Kapitol. These areas plus the Upper Town district have become popular with tourists and lovers of history alike. The city has been blessed with many excellent museums ranging from The Croatian Museum of Natural Sciences to The museum of Cotemporary Arts. Visitors can easily access the city's history, art and culture by visiting the numerous museums. These include exhibitions ranging from the Egyptian collection, the oldest Etruscan inscription in the world to artefacts dating back to the Roman period.

The dining options available in Zagreb are varied ranging from excellent local cuisine to many establishments offering some fine international menus. As well as these there are many fast food outlets, as you would expect to find in a cosmopolitan city.

Zagreb has over the years developed into popular destinations for trade missions, trade fairs and exhibitions such as the World Festival of Animated Films.

We can offer discounted rates at the following hotels:-

Sheraton Zagreb Hotel, Inter-Continental Zagreb,and the Opera Zagreb

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Other destination suggestions:-

Split

Lies north of Dubrovnik and is the largest city of the Adriatic Coast. Despite becoming an industrial city, the old town district has many things to any tourist busy for a day or two. Such as Diocietian's Palace is of the world's finest Roman sites in the world and the Martime Museum and the popular Archaeological Museum.

Rovinj

Is a delightful little town on the coast of Istria, which is within easy reach Trieste hence the Italian influences. A must for all visitors is the Royal Aquarium, which is located in a building that dates back over a century. The Punta Corrente Forest Park lies to the south of the town and is the perfect location for a picnic.

Island suggestions:-

Rab Island

Is one of the most tempting islands in the Adriatic.The island offers lush green pine forests as well as a pretty medieval Rab town with it's many beautiful churches and spectacular views of the city from the ancient city wall.

Korcula Island

Is a must for any tourist that likes to stroll in vineyards, relax in oil groves and swimming in quiet coves. Korcula lies midway between Split & Dubrovnik and is accessible from both ports by ferry.

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Travel Warning

After the small bomb explosion of September 2005 outside the British embassy in Zagreb, they have now operating normally.

The Croatian authorities attach a high priority to protecting visitors. However, British nationals visiting Croatia are advised to take sensible precautions. We are unaware of any terrorist threat to western interests in Croatia and the vast majority of visits to Croatia are trouble-free.

If you are planning to travel outside the normal tourist resorts you should be aware that there are areas affected by the war, which ended in 1995, where unexploded mines remain. These areas include the Danube region (Eastern Slavonia) and the former Krajina.

You should be wary about leaving cultivated land or marked paths. If in doubt seek local advice.

Carry your passport at all times. You must be able to show some form of identification if required. Keep a photocopy of the biographical details page in a safe location.

This information is current as of 13/5/05 we recommend that travellers contact the FCO Travel Advice Unit: 0870 606 0290 for up to date informtaion.

Health Infornation

You should seek medical advice before travelling about immunisations, in particular against tick-borne encephalitis.

We recommend that travellers check with their local GP prior to departing the U.K for up to date information.

British citizens visiting Croatia for periods of less than three months do not require a visa for tourist or business trips. However, a visa may be required for other types of visit or stay. Unless you are staying at a hotel or official tourist accommodation, all foreign citizens are required to register with the local police within 24 hours of arrival (in Zagreb you should register at the Police Station at Petrinjska 30. If outside Zagreb, you should register at the nearest main Police Station). Failure to do so may result in a fine or possible removal from Croatia. Additional information on entry and registration requirements may be obtained from the Consular section of the Croatian Embassy; Croatian representation in the UK.

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