{"id":22013,"date":"2019-04-17T19:21:56","date_gmt":"2019-04-17T18:21:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/?p=22013"},"modified":"2019-12-20T11:43:54","modified_gmt":"2019-12-20T10:43:54","slug":"croatian-island-hopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/croatian-island-hopping\/","title":{"rendered":"Croatian Island Hopping: 11 Croatian Islands Ranked (Updated 2020)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever thought about going island-hopping, you\u2019ve probably done a little research on Croatia. This country between central and southeast <a href=\"\/d\/europe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Europe (opens in a new tab)\">Europe<\/a> sits along the Adriatic Sea, and is known the world over as a party destination, Game of Thrones filming location, and hub of arts, culture, and adventure. Croatia is also home to over 1000 islands (48 of which are inhabited), and they all play host to a different atmosphere. Whether you want to get lost in museums, relax on a lazy beach, or dance the night away, there\u2019s a Croatian island for you: and we\u2019re ranking eleven of our favourites here today.<\/p>\n\n\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p><em>Travel to: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/d\/croatia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Croatia <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Croatia\u2019s 11 best islands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hvar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>11,103<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Nightlife and nature<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve probably heard about Hvar, whether you\u2019ve been looking into <a href=\"\/i\/croatia-sailing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Croatian island-hopping (opens in a new tab)\">Croatian island-hopping<\/a> or not. This ancient port town is well known for its walls which date back to the 13th century. Here, you\u2019ll be able to immerse yourself in\u2026 well, anything you\u2019d like! While it\u2019s often known as a party destination, Hvar is also one of the most naturally diverse Croatian islands. Stroll through fields of lavender, visit a vineyard, explore a museum, relax on the beach, or, yes, dance the night away at the island\u2019s famous beachside night clubs. <\/p><p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07MR5WQC7\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07MR5WQC7&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-croatia-island-20&amp;linkId=bf107b9897675e7a6274b28f5e37d743\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Looking to refresh your look for your trip? This is our favourite high-waisted bikini right now. <\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-croatia-island-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07MR5WQC7\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Hvar.jpg\" alt=\"Hvar, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22023 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Hvar.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Hvar-434x289.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Hvar is one of Croatia&#8217;s most popular island destinations | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/kMa4P7hP4uo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Marcus L\u00f6fvenberg\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Marcus L\u00f6fvenberg\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>3,617<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Picture-perfect beach towns<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>West of Hvar, Vis is a small fishing town turned popular tourist destination, and it\u2019s easy to see why it\u2019s hard to resist! The setting of <em>Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, <\/em>this gorgeous island is home to stunning beaches, picturesque lighthouses, and striking natural beauty, including the Blue Cave &#8211; an underwater cave illuminated by sunlight into a ghostly blue. Vis was closed to outside visitors until 1989, meaning much of the island\u2019s nature and original historical buildings have been well-preserved. <\/p>\n\n\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/croatia-vs-spain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Croatia vs Spain: Where Will You Go Next?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Brac<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>14,434<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Pebbled beaches, windsurfing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The island of Brac was home to some of the first human settlements in Croatia &#8211; archaeological findings have been dated to the 12th millennium BC! Brac is the third-largest island in the Adriatic Sea, but the island is still relatively sparsely populated. Travellers visit this island for its world-class windsurfing, Golden Horn (a white-pebbled beach jutting out into the sea), historic sites like Pustinja Blaca (a monastery built into the side of a cliff), and perfect coastal views. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07MM5HYRS\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07MM5HYRS&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-croatia-island-20&amp;linkId=269e3488b6cd238aba87c297479305de\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Need a quick dry suit for men? Choose your favourite print and you\u2019re set! <\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-croatia-island-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07MM5HYRS\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Brac.jpg\" alt=\"a beach in Brac, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22020 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Brac.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Brac-434x289.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Stunning water and white beaches in Brac | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/nsavch\/20964156612\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Nick Savchenko\/Flickr (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Nick Savchenko\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pag<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>7,969<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Endless olive groves and a moonlike landscape.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lonely Planet calls Pag \u201cthe most dramatic-looking place in the whole of Croatia,\u201d which makes it perfect for romantic holidays, quiet reflection, and fascinating photography. Pag has a number of unexpected exports: while travellers are encouraged to visit Lun\u2019s gorgeous olive gardens (containing trees up to 1600 years old!), Pag is also known for the production of lace and a distinct Pag cheese. Of course, one of the island\u2019s biggest draws is the number of beautiful, secluded beaches on which travellers can laze away their days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01LYH76YW\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B01LYH76YW&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=dtc-croatia-island-20&amp;linkId=b6837dbe17dd23477a2e34feba23856c\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Quick drying towels make everything easier (and your dry clothes 100% less smelly). Shop them now. <\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=dtc-croatia-island-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B01LYH76YW\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Pag.jpg\" alt=\"A red boat in Pag, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22028 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Pag.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Pag-434x289.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>There&#8217;s a lot more to Pag than meets the eye | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/4VXW37P5UgE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 K\u00e9vin Langlais\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 K\u00e9vin Langlais\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dugi Otok<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>1,655<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Endless coastlines<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Dugi Otok means \u201cLong Island:\u201d travellers have 43 kilometres (27 miles) of coast to explore! Step back in time in this untouched island &#8211; visit blue lakes, ancient churches, and nature parks in between stops beachside. To the north, travellers can visit farmland consisting of vineyards, orchards, and grazing sheep; to the south, they\u2019ll find dramatic cliffs. With so much to explore, it can feel like this island gives travellers two distinct experiences in one!<\/p>\n\n\n<div>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" >\r\n<p style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"><em>See Also: <\/em><strong><a href=\"\/days-to-come\/least-visited-countries-in-europe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Least-Visited Countries in Europe<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<hr style=\"width: 100px; height: 2px; border: 0; background-color: #222; margin-left: 0; opacity: 1\" ><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Silba<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>250<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Scenic seclusion<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The island of Silba is small, off-the-beaten-path, and almost completely empty. While tourists have steadily begun to discover all this small Adriatic gem has to offer, the lack of roads across the island make it perfect for days spent strolling by the sea. The only town on the island, also called Silba, is home to the Toreta, a stone tower with a spiral staircase which leads to a stunning viewing platform. Legend has it that the tower was built by a sailor so his love could watch for his return. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cres<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>3,184<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Unadulterated nature<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019ll find more infrastructure in Cres than you will in Silba, Cres is still sparsely populated and home to nature as it was intended. Much of the island is covered in the dense, ancient Tramuntana forest, which makes it a fantastic hiking destination for travellers who want their beach vacations to come with a side of exercise. Visit the Cres Museum to discover local clothing, weaponry, and other ancient relics from throughout the island\u2019s history, or explore the lakes, ocean shores, and nature reserves elsewhere!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"440\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Cres.jpg\" alt=\"Cres, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22021 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Cres.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Cres-434x281.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/440;\" \/><figcaption>Relax beachside in Cres | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/yacht-rent\/15344122578\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Yacht Rent\/Flickr (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Yacht Rent\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Korcula<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>15,522<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>A beautiful old town<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While Korcula is one of the larger and more-populous of the Croatian islands, there are still seemingly endless opportunities for getting lost in cobbled town centres, exploring tiny villages, and discovering natural hidden gems. The old town, a medieval walled city jutting out into the Peljesac Channel, is the perfect place to spend a day eating, drinking, and exploring your way through. Elsewhere on the island, travellers can find quiet stretches of beach for a moment alone, or go exploring on the southern coast, where you\u2019ll find steep cliffs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"445\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Korcula.jpg\" alt=\"Korcula Old Town, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22024 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Korcula.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Korcula-434x284.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/445;\" \/><figcaption>Korcula&#8217;s old town is seriously impressive! | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/Wxqxfy5QnNo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Hilthart Pedersen\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Hilthart Pedersen\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Kornati Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>No permanent residents<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Stony island-hopping<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, we may be cheating with this one. Rather than just one island, the Kornatis are 140 uninhabited Croatian islands absolutely screaming to be explored! These craggy islands are mostly barren, since there are no nearby sources of fresh water. This makes them the perfect spot to island hop, swim, snorkel, or just work on your tan. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"451\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Kornati.jpg\" alt=\"one of the Kornati Islands, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22025 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Kornati.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Kornati-434x288.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/451;\" \/><figcaption>The craggy Kornatis | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tomislavmedak\/15005162608\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Tomislav Medak\/Flickr (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Tomislav Medak\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Krk<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>17,860<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Popular beaches and vibrant nightlife<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kirk, the largest Croatian island, is connected to the mainland via toll bridge, which makes it the easiest island to reach. It\u2019s perhaps for this reason that Krk is also one of the most popular islands, but there are plenty of other explanations &#8211; the fact that the beaches are pristine, the waters are a dazzling royal blue, and the nightlife is known around the world. Krk is a great destination for solo travellers looking to meet new people on the road &#8211; the island is a popular destination for backpackers, and you may just find your new travel companions here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Krk.jpg\" alt=\"Krk, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22026 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Krk.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Krk-434x289.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Tranquility in Krk | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/vDch6xU1LQ0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Chiara Mazzetta\/Unsplash (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Chiara Mazzetta\/Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lastovo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Population: <\/strong>1,300<\/li><li><strong>Known for: <\/strong>Peace and quiet<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastovo, a far-flung island once used as a Yugoslav military base, is now open for tourists to visit &#8211; and thank goodness for that! Here, you\u2019ll find untouched beaches, historic villages, and immaculate nature, ready to be explored. If you\u2019re one of those people who loves visiting places before anyone else has heard about it, then you\u2019ll love Lastovo. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"453\" data-src=\"\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lastovo.jpg\" alt=\"Lastovo, Croatia\" class=\"wp-image-22027 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lastovo.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.tourradar.com\/days-to-come\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Lastovo-434x289.jpg 434w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 680px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 680\/453;\" \/><figcaption>Go exploring in Lastovo! | <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/UEcSZ6OfJDo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"\u00a9 Nemanja Trojkovi\u0107 (opens in a new tab)\">\u00a9 Nemanja Trojkovi\u0107<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Croatia\u2019s islands allow travellers to experience incredibly diverse adventures &#8211; from snorkelling to cycling and everything in between! If you don\u2019t think you can choose just one island to spend your next vacation on, fear not: there\u2019s a reason why Croatia is such a popular island-hopping destination! <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Do you have a favourite Croatian island? <\/em><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever thought about going island-hopping, you\u2019ve probably done a little research on Croatia. This country between central and southeast Europe sits along the Adriatic Sea, and is known the world over as a party destination, Game of Thrones filming location, and hub of arts, culture, and adventure. 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