Kvarner Travel Guide
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Fodor's Croatia and Slovenia, 2nd Edition
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The Kvarner Gulf is a large, deep bay with the Istrian peninsula to the north and Dalmatia to the south. Four major islands, Cres, Krk, Losinj, and Rab, along with numerous smaller specks of land, fill the heart of the bay and can be viewed from the gentle resort towns strung around the coastal arc. The lush, rolling hills of this coastal strip wind their way around the gulf from Opatija. East of Rijeka, the scenic Magistrala costal highway cuts into the solid rock of the foothills on its way to the southern tip of Croatia.
Kvarner Hotels
Opatija, Krk, and Losinj have a healthy selection of quality hotels, but outside these (relatively) major resorts, hotels become a rarer commodity. Much...read more
Kvarner Restaurants
Without wanting to force square pegs into round holes, there are essentially four types of restaurants in Kvarner, if not the whole of the country. Unsurprisingly...read more
Things To Do in Kvarner
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Kvarner
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Kvarner Experiences
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Opatija's Lungomare waterfront path. The Lungomare is an ideal place for a leisurely stroll anywhere between Opatija and Volosko; the path is... Read more
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Given the geography of the region, it's thoroughly predictable that the stars of Kvarner are the beaches that line the Adriatic. For the most... Read more
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If the pace of life on the major islands is too hectic, knock your engine down to quarter-speed and head out to one of the tiny islands that... Read more
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With only three days, start off on Krk to enjoy a little island life, heading straight to the action on Baska beach. From here, either choose... Read more
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Begin your trip either in Opatija or Krk, reversing the three-day itinerary to suit your fancy, and add a visit to the relatively wild island... Read more
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With a full week, explore the upscale marina at Mali Losinj for one day (reachable by bus from Cres Town). You'll have to work your way back... Read more
News & Features
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Trip Ideas
Croatia, with stunning scenery and a still-off-the-beaten-track vibe, is set to join the EU this summer, ... Read more
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Trip Ideas
What could be better than a few days spent playing in the waves?... Read more
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Trip Ideas
Fall is the time for savvy travels, with slashed prices, fewer crowds, and cooler temps.... Read more
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