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With stunning walled cities, delicious local cuisine, and an extraordinarily beautiful coastline,\u00a0Croatia<\/a> dazzles many visitors. Here are several tips on how to see the highlights of Croatia in just one week:<\/p>\n

Trogir<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Begin with a stroll through the picturesque walled town of\u00a0Trogir, which is located just 5km west of Split\u2019s international airport. The World Heritage-listed town sits on a small island, connected to the mainland by a bridge. The town\u2019s Venetian-style\u00a0St Lawrence\u2019s Cathedral\u00a0is its must-see sight. It is adorned with fine sculpture inside and out, and the 47m-high bell tower offers great views over Trogir and its surroundings. In the evening, join locals and visitors on the bar-lined seafront promenade.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Split<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Make\u00a0Split\u00a0your base for a couple of days, taking in the city\u2019s sights and enjoying its nightlife. Originally built in the 4th century as a magnificent retirement palace for the Roman Emperor Diocletian,\u00a0Diocletian\u2019s Palace\u00a0is the lively heart of this coastal city, now home to around 3000 people and packed with hundreds of buildings added throughout the ages. At the centre of the World Heritage Site is a well-preserved colonnaded Roman\u00a0Peristil\u00a0(courtyard), and the octagonal\u00a0Cathedral of St Domnius, which was originally Diocletian\u2019s mausoleum. Below ground, the palace\u2019s\u00a0substructures\u00a0are a wonderfully spooky place to explore, and will be familiar to\u00a0Game of Thrones\u00a0<\/em>fans as the dungeon in Meereen where Daenerys keeps her dragons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Packed with cafes, restaurants and bars, the palace is also a fun place to hang out in the evening, though locals also like to take an evening stroll or a drink of the city\u2019s Riva waterfront promenade. If you decide to stay for a second day you should have time to hike in\u00a0Marjan Forest Park, to the west of the city, or relax on\u00a0Ba\u010dvice\u00a0or\u00a0Firule\u00a0beaches, on the city\u2019s eastern outskirts.<\/p>\n

Bol<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Take a fast catamaran from Split to\u00a0Bol\u00a0on\u00a0Bra\u010d Island. This pretty little port is most famous for\u00a0Zlatni Rat\u00a0beach \u2013 a glorious spur of smooth white pebbles that extends 500m straight out into the Adriatic, reached by a 1.5km stroll along a pine-shaded waterfront promenade. The beach is popular with windsurfers thanks to its strong, steady maestrale winds. \u00a0The direct catamarans that connect Bol with Split and Hvar Town only run from June to September, so outside the high season it\u2019s advisable to skip Bol and head straight to Hvar Town from Split.<\/p>\n

Hvar<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Catch a catamaran to\u00a0Hvar Town, the glittering capital of Hvar Island. One of Croatia\u2019s most glamorous towns, it offers a vibrant nightlife scene combined with historic architecture in a stunning setting. For a spectacular view over Hvar\u2019s terracotta rooftops, rectangular harbour, and the green\u00a0Pakleni Islands\u00a0scattered in the sea just offshore, hike up to\u00a0Fortica, the town\u2019s hilltop medieval castle. Wander the narrow streets of the old town, past pretty churches and squares, then try a tasty\u00a0hvarska gregada\u00a0<\/em>(traditional fish stew) at one of the many restaurants that flank the harbour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In the afternoon it\u2019s time for a swim, either taking a boat ride out to one of the Pakleni Islands or strolling west along the seafront promenade to one of the nearby rocky bays. On the promenade, west-facing\u00a0Hula-Hula Hvar\u00a0is the place to sip cocktails and watch the sun set, then dance on the tables if the mood takes you. Later on, the action moves to the bars that line the harbour and the party kicks on into the early hours.<\/p>\n

Dubrovnik<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Your first glimpse of\u00a0Dubrovnik<\/a>\u2019s old town\u00a0\u2013\u00a0its magnificent white limestone walls standing proud above the turquoise waters of the Adriatic sea \u2013 will take your breath away. You\u2019ll want to spend at least two days exploring the city and its surroundings. The classic Dubrovnik experience is a walk around the top of the\u00a0City Walls, checking out the various towers and gates, and taking in views of the old town rooftops and glittering Adriatic on the way. Next, wander the marble streets within the walls, stopping by at the city\u2019s various palaces, churches and museums.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Finish your day off with a cable car ride up\u00a0Mt Sr\u0111, which rises directly behind the old town, to watch the sunset glint off the rooftops, then dip into the Adriatic sea. The next day you should have time to head out of town for a refreshing swim, either on\u00a0Lokrum Island, a 10-minute ferry ride away, or at one of the local beaches. Bring your journey to a close with a sunset drink at one of the tiny\u00a0bars\u00a0on the rocks outside Dubrovnik\u2019s city walls.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With stunning walled cities, delicious local cuisine, and an extraordinarily beautiful coastline,\u00a0Croatia dazzles many visitors. Here are several tips on how to see the highlights of Croatia in just one week: Trogir Begin with a stroll through the picturesque walled town of\u00a0Trogir, which is located just 5km west of Split\u2019s international airport. 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