On a recent trip to Croatia, Chris and I were happy to discover the hidden gem of Rovinj; the Old Town felt as if we were stepping into an enchanting Instagram feed of old European towns. Thanks to a ...

Rovinj is Istria at its most chic, a scenic resort of quality restaurants and cocktail bars, galleries and boutiques. Stone houses and cobbled streets lend an authentic air – this is also the most gay ...

Europe’s coastline is filled with glittering beaches, historic harbors, and romantic seaside villages, but the secret to ...

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Although a booming tourist trade means a trip to Croatia no longer counts as an ‘alternative’ European break, the crowds in the country’s visitor hotspots are still just about manageable. Along with ...

Istria offers plenty of beautiful coastline, but you won't find anything as atmospheric as Rovinj beaches. Popular with locals is the small swimming area, consisting of rocks and concreted platforms, ...

Three drivers who are also best friends in beautiful Rovinj? Well, it must be an adventure to remember! And that's exactly what happened in one of the most popular and most beautiful cities in Croatia ...