A b o u t   C r o a t i a

Croatia is a Central European country situated at the crossroads of  Central Europe and the Mediterranean. It stretches from the Alps in the north-east to the Panonnian plain in the east while the southern part ends at the coast of the Adriatic sea. The Adriatic sea represents a unique area in Europe not only for cruising with motor boats and yachts but also for enjoying the rich submarine world, thus being the real paradise for tourists, sailors, sport fishermen, divers, nature explorers and especially for gourmets who will be delighted by the rich gourmet offer. With its magnificent 5 835 km long coastline, 1 185 islands (70 of which are inhabited), inlets and reefs, 8 national parks, 48 marinas, with abundance of natural ports, Croatia is becoming more and more the top tourist destination alluring lovers of fun, sun, great cuisine and history. The key assets of the Croatian tourist offer include a well-preserved environment (particularly crystal clear sea), natural and cultural heritage (islands with lush vegetation, preserved fishing grounds, beaches, vineyards, Roman ruins, medieval walled cities), then the mild Mediterranean climate with the average of 2 600 sunny hours and most of all the safety and vicinity of European and oriental markets. Therefore, Croatia has all the preconditions for the further development of tourism and especially for encouraging investment in high-quality tourist objects. With good institutional and legal bases, macroeconomical and political stability, highly educated and skilled labour, and contemporary communication systems and high standard transport infrastructure, Croatia has a favourable and advantageous investment climate.

A b o u t   I s t r i a

Istria is the most developed Croatian region in terms of tourism due to its vicinity to Western Europe. This triangular peninsula with more than 3 000 km² has blended together perfectly the most beautiful of the two worlds – hilly green heart of Istria and the sunny Mediterranean, bathed with clear Adriatic waters. Coastal area of Istria is abundant in small tourist towns crammed with hotels and apartments with a rich offer of quality equipped sports and recreation centres (tennis courts, beach volley, golf course, fitness, wellness, sauna) as well as with catering and entertaining centres. Istrian coast is adorn by many natural beauties, imposing reefs, hidden inlets and picturesque beaches while medieval forts, castles and churches talk about rich cultural history which goes back to the times of Romans. For those who are weary of hustle and bustle of city life and who are longing for peace and quietness of nature there is so called ‘Green Istria’. In the central part of Istria you will find plenty of unspoilt greenfields, fruit gardens, vineyards and olive groves. Istrian olive oil and Istrian wines are renowned throughout the world. Due to Istrian climate conditions, lush vegetation and rich animal world it is convenient for cultivation and breeding of all types of game as well as for hunting tourism. The agricultural hinterland of Istria contains a large number of agrotourist places and points (today around 200). Along with its traditional gastronomic offer (Istrian truffle) and enological offer (Malvazija) agrotourist points also offer the accommodation in the typical rural scenery. Its diverse hinterland with steep slopes, natural canyons and mountain tracks enable more adventurous tourists to enjoy extreme sports such as paragliding, freeclimbing, hang-gliding, parachuting… This so called ‘Terra Magica’ is well connected by road and sea routs and especially by airlines – the closest airports being in Trieste and Pula, both only an hour away from the main tourist centres in Istria. For thousands of years now appealing and tame Istria has remained an open multicultural region and a great prey for the wealthy and powerful investors.