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Plan Your Trip to Croatia with Google Trips
Google Trip OverviewGoogle Maps revolutionized how we travel. Google Trips will revolutionize how we vacation.The Google Trip app was released this week. It's free.The app uses data from your Gmail...
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Ilovik Island Travel Guide
The protected channel between Ilovik and Sveti Petar has endeared the island of Ilovik to the hearts of sailors since ancient seafarers plied the waters. This island of flowers shows off its lush...
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Best of Istria: Preface
Croatia is a beautiful country. With 1,777 km of mainland coastline, 1,246 islands, and who knows how many bays and inlets, it offers the most indented coastline and most beautiful beaches on the...
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Best of Istria: About This Book
My goal with this book is to make exploring the Istrian peninsula both easy and fun using Google Maps.There are two major sections of the book:Section 1 (Chapters 1 – 11) covers all major destinations...
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Nin Travel Guide
This historic town of Nin lies on an islet attached to the Croatian mainland by two, majestic, 16th-century stone bridges. Twice destroyed by the Venetians while under their control, Nin took the hits...
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Best of Istria Travel Guide Combines Travel Recommendations with Google Maps...
Best of Istria: 25 Amazing Trips through Croatia's Terra Magica will take you on scenic trips through Istria, guiding you in your discovery of popular attractions, as well as obscure towns, and...
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Best of Istria: Overview of Istria
Often referred to as “Terra Magica” and “The Little Tuscany,” the Istrian Peninsula is home to diverse landscape, long history, rich culture, and booming tourism industry that is putting Istria at the...
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Best of Istria: Need to Know
This section contains helpful information as you prepare for travel to Istria. The topics are listed alphabetically.AccommodationsVarious types of accommodations are available, including local houses,...
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Best of Istria | Regions of Istria
Although just a part of Croatia, Istria feels like a small, magical country in itself. From the extensive coastline with crystal blue waters lapping at stunning beaches in mesmerizing coastal towns, to...
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Best of Istria | NW Istria: Umag, Novigrad, Brtonigla, and Buje
NW Istria consists of the region comprised of Umag, Novigrad, Brtonigla, and Buje. Not only does NW Istria have a lot to offer for both adults and kids, but it also has a diverse array of choices. The...
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Best of Istria | Events in Istria
There are events and activities in Istria throughout the year, not just summer. Listed below are the major events, organized by seasons. Events specific to towns are also listed next to town sections...
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Best of Istria | Central Istria: Pazin, Buzet, Groznjan, and Motovun
You’re most likely visiting Istria for the coastline but don’t miss out on inland Istria, just short distance from the coast. With its rolling green hills, historical hilltop villages, prominent...
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Best of Istria | Porec Region
Porec has over 100 years of experience in hospitality. The region offers rich cultural history, various fun activities, fine cafes and restaurants, rich night life, and mesmerizing sunsets.Although...
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Best of Istria | Vrsar and Funtana Region
Vrsar and Funtana are two small fishing settlements located between Porec and Lim Bay. Since ancient times, these villages supplied sailors with drinking water from springs by which both places got...
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Best of Istria | Rovinj Region
Rovinj is known as the most romantic place on the Mediterranean. The Rovinj region stretches from the Lim Bay to the town of Rovinj. With a stunning natural heritage, beautiful landmarks, expansive...
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Best of Istria | Labin and Rabac Region
Istria’s east coast is less traveled and developed than Istria’s west coast. The landscape is rugged, the coast is rocky, and the landscape has many pine-covered mountains. While it may not have the...
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Best of Istria | Pula, Medulin, and Brijuni Islands
The Pula region has a 3,000-year history and dates back to the myth of the Argonauts and the search for the Golden Fleece. Pula was the home of the Histrians, the Romans, and the Venetians, and was...
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Best of Istria | Additional Resources
Compiled here are some of the best resources about Istria.Istria Tourist Board and Croatian National Tourist BoardIstria Tourist Board: Tourism board of Istria.Istarska Zupanija: Administrative center...
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Best of Istria | Guide to Istria Road Trips
Traveling by Car in IstriaIstria’s main geographic advantage is that it’s easy to visit by car. Just a quick drive from Slovenia and Italy, it’s an easy trip only few hours away. Main roads are in...
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Best of Istria | Best Beaches in Istria
Istria's coastline is nearly 445 km long. With many coastal inlets and numerous islands, there are another 300 km of untouched beaches awaiting your arrival. Istrian beaches are as enchanting as the...
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Best of Istria | Highlights of Istria in a Week
Selecting just a few places for Istria highlights is not easy considering the many historical landmarks, beautiful coastal and inland town centers, and the many other charms that make Istria so...
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Google Local Guides: New Points, Levels, Badging and Features
Local Guides points, levels & badges have gotten a makeover.Check out the overview video.New Local Guides PointsIn the program revamp, higher impact contributions, like being the first to add a...
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Best of Istria | Best of Blue Istria in a Week
An overview of these towns with their highlights was provided in the earlier chapters. Please revisit those chapters for additional information about each of these towns.Additional information on towns...
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Best of Istria | Best of Green Istria in a Week
An overview of these towns and their highlights was provided in the earlier chapters. Please revisit those chapters for additional information about each of these towns.Additional information on the...
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Croatia Epic Week Road Trip: The Ultimate Travel Guide to Your Own Epic Week...
Croatia Epic Week: September 2 - 9, 2017NOTE: I'm publishing this blog post as draft and will update it at the end of each day. Check-in each day via social media or via this blog post for an update on...
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