Dubrovnik has been restored to its pre-war glory

Paved with marble and ringed by 25-metre-high walls, if you only visit one place in Croatia, make it Dubrovnik.

Jutting out into the Adriatic on the southern tip of mainland Croatia, Dubrovnik's stunning medieval town centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Korcula makes the most of its brilliant blue surrounds

When the crowds of Dubrovnik start to overwhelm, the verdant island of Korcula with its olive-and-grape strewn interior and medieval walled capital makes an ideal escape.

Hvar has the most sun and throws the best parties in the Adriatic

Hvar is the most popular of the Croatian islands for good reason.

Split is much more than just a jumping off point for Croatia's islands

Croatia's second-largest city, the seaside hub of Split offers far more than just a jumping off point for exploring the Dalmatian coast.

Most travellers will see little more than its buzzing ferry, bus and train terminals bunched together on the harbourfront.

Tomislavov trg park in Zagreb is a lovely place to relax

When you've had more sun and shimmering Adriatic sea than you can possibly handle, retreat inland to Croatia's capital where Zagreb's smorgasbord of museums and galleries could keep you indoors for weeks.