Plitvice lakes- CROATIA

Visit Croatia - Plitvice Lakes

The Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia's most popular tourist attraction, was granted UNESCO World Heritage status in 1979. Located roughly halfway between capital city Zagreb and Zadar on the coast, the lakes are definitely a must-see. (As confirmed by the many emails we've received!) The beauty of the National Park lies in its sixteen lakes, inter-connected by a series of waterfalls, and set in deep woodland populated by deer, bears, wolves, boars and rare bird species. The National Park covers a total area of 300 square kilometres, whilst the lakes join together over a distance of eight kilometres. There's also quite an altitude difference - the highest point is at 1,280m, the lowest at 380m - although the total height difference between the lakes themselves is only 135m. (Veliki Slap, the largest waterfall, is 70m tall.) Plitvice Lakes - Veliki Slap - The Park is open daily all year round, with longer opening hours during summer (usually 8am to 7pm). There's an entrance fee, which acts as a contribution to the Park's upkeep and protection: for adults it's 55 Kunas in November - April; 85 Kunas in May & June and September & October; 100 Kunas in July & August. Children aged 7 to 18 have cheaper tickets, whilst children under the age of seven have free entrance. Groups of 15 or more people can get discounted tickets. 3-hour guided tours in English, German or Italian can also be pre-booked at 20 Euros per hour.

What is there to do?
There are numerous trails on which to walk and hike, and there are also boat and shuttle bus services in order to see the Park it all its glory.

Accommodation in Plitvice
It is possible to stay within the Park at one of its three hotels (which are all clustered quite closely together by Entrance 2) or at its campsite (which contains bungalows or space for 500 camping units) which is located about 7km outside of the northern entrance of the Park. There is another hotel, the Hotel Grabovac, that is also located 12km north of the Park. It's also possible to find private accommodation in a number of the towns and villages (such as Slunj) on the way to the Park.

Vacation in Croatia

Dear friend, have you ever been in Croatia? If the answer is NO, you should go on vacation in Croatia. Croatia is blessed with Europe 's most glorious coastline which has miraculously escaped the overdevelopment of some other Mediterranean vacation and holiday destinations.

Situated in Southern Central Europe,Croatia is a roughly horseshoe-shaped country with a coastline 1,777 kilometres long. No less than 1,185 islands lie offshore, but only 66 of them are inhabited. Slovenia lies to the north, Italy to the west.To the east and south are Bosnia and Montenegro, both peaceful, and newly independent countries of the former Yugoslavia. Croatia's stunning coastline is on the Adriatic Sea, one of the cleanest seas in the Mediterranean and wonderfully warm.

Why your next vacation should be in Croatia? Because here you will find hidden treasures of untouched nature; in Croatia three thousand years of history waiting to be discovered; in Croatia you will make your vacation an adventure full of passion; you will discover the beauty of the authentic Mediterranean; Croatian hospitality, high quality of service and accommodation will make your holiday unforgetable! In one word, you will have memories for a liftime!

Why Vacation in Croatia?

The well-known American magazine National Geographic Adventure conducted a survey among its journalists and editors and proclaimed Croatia top destination in the world for 2006. On the list of destinations that “must be visited in the next year”, the editors and journalists of the magazine voted Croatia and Kornati Archipelago in first place, in front of Patagonia in Argentina and the Gobi Desert in Mongolia.
The article along with exclusive video material and photographs of the above mentioned trip has been published on the National Geographic site.

Lonely Planet - Croatia no. 1 destination for 2005.
According to the Lonely planet Croatia soared to the top of 2005. year's poll after a fourth-place finish last year. Croatia's appeal was its unique combination of culture, history, cuisine, accessibility and affordability. As one staffer wrote, "This is Croatia's year. It appeals to a wide range of travellers with its rich diversity of attractions. And it has not yet been over-touristed, but it has developed an excellent tourism infrastructure -- so that it suits both adventurous travellers and those who need a degree of comfort in their planning.