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Things to do in Split, Croatia

Split is the largest city in Croatia’s coastal region. It offers a variety of activities for visitors throughout the year. The charming Mediterranean architecture and the proximity to crystal clear Adriatic sea are what makes this place a perfect tourist getaway. So, if you ever considered this area for your next vacation, let’s check out all the cool things to do in Split Croatia this Summer.

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How to find holiday rental apartments around Split, Croatia

If you are looking for holiday apartments in Split, Croatia, that means that you have already selected your next summer destination. With a long coast and wide range of places suitable for holidays, Croatia certainly won’t disappoint you. If however you want to see all its charm, then choosing Dalmatia region is the right choice. This historical region of Croatia is very well known as a perfect place for vacation because of a very good location, nice beaches, a lot of interesting things to visit (80 island among them) and excellent traditional food and wine.

When we speak about Dalmatia, we can not skip Split, the biggest city in the region, and two other nearby towns Zadar and Šibenik. If you are still thinking about where to find holiday apartment which will allow you to see the best of Dalmatia, our advice is to try to be somewhere in the middle these 3 cities. There are many charming villages on the way, which will allow you to get rest, but also to see the best this region can offer. Like a charming village Pirovac for example – it is right between Split and Zadar, has all you need for a perfect holiday and definitely won’t disappoint you.

What to Look for If You Want to Book a Luxury Villa in Croatia

Vacation time is probably your favorite time of the year. If Europe’s beautiful Adriatic sea is your first pick, you would want to know how to book a villa in Croatia.

Have you ever dreamed of relaxing in a hammock between two pines or reading your favorite book on a secluded beach? Your perfect holiday can be a click away. In this article, we’ll lead you through the steps needed to rent one of the luxury villas in Croatia.

A haven for digital nomads and remote workers

The concept of a digital nomad is a relatively new thing. With the raise of the digital economy and remote work, many people (often young) realized that they are no longer chained to their office to do their work. Regardless if you were doing administrative work, or writing code, as long as you have your computer and a reliable internet connection, you can do your work. Hence it doesn’t matter if that is on a beach in Thailand, or from the couch in your living room. This is what the concept of being a digital nomad stems from. You’ve unchained yourself from the office, so why not take full advantage of it and work from around the world.

Over the years, we’ve had a lot of these people staying at Villa Lava. Croatia, known for its absolutely beautiful nature and scenery, makes for an ideal destination. The problem however that many people who have visited Croatia have found is that many, if not most, accommodations fail to cater to the modern workforce.

Go on an organic wine tasting at Mas Vin

Due to its ideal climate and furtile soil, Croatia produces a lot of wine. As a fun tidbit for the wine nerds, it is also the origin of the Zinfandel grape, which is popular in California grape. The original grape in Croatia is called Crljenak Kaštelanski.

Becase of these ideal conditions, there are a lot of domestic wine producers in Croatia. One producer that stands out however is Mas Vin, known for it’s award winning organic wines. They incidentally also do produce a great Crljenak.

Building Villa Lava

The big vision with Villa Lava was to create a beautiful vacation destination where guests from around the world could relax, without having to sacrifice their way of life. We recognized that there was a gap in the expectations of modern travelers and much of what Croatia had to offer in terms of accommodation.

The modern traveler expects certain things, such as to be able to jump on a video call without issues, or to be able to check their Instagram by the pool, or even stream their favorite Netflix show to the TV. This of course is in addition to the basics, such as air condition. In short, they expect all the luxuries and comforts they have at home (and more), but with a chance in scenery. This is the traveler that we built Villa Lava for.

The best restaurants in Sibenik, Croatia

Located in central Dalmatia where the river Krka flows into the Adriatic Sea, Sibenik Riviera is a very popular tourist destination during summer season. With two UNESCO protected monuments, imposing fortresses, preserved nature and beautiful beaches, it has everything that someone needs to spend the unforgettable holidays. When you get hungry, Sibenik won’t disappoint you as it has so many things to offer – from seafood and traditional Croatian tastes to vegan and vegetarian options. Sibenik restaurant prices can vary from very affordable and cheap to the high-end experience for which, of course, you will have to pay. Here are the best restaurants in Sibenik.

Best restaurants in Pirovac, Croatia

Looking for the best restaurants in Pirovac during your stay at Villa Lava? Look no further. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in, and near by, Pirovac in Croatia.