Best Croatian islands for getaways
21.07.2023 - 07:36
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Croatia's islands offer something for everyone — from party animals and sailors to walkers and families. This stunning country (voted one of the most beautiful countries in the world) is truly worth a visit — or several. But which island to choose? To help you out, we have picked the best Croatian islands for getaways.
The information in this article is inspired by The Rough Guide to Croatia , your essential guide for visiting Croatia .
Susak is one true connoisseur of Mediterranean getaways. A small, sandy Croatian island that sits off the coast of larger Lošinj, Susak's beaches are superb. In fact, Susak's Spiaza Beach is one of our best beaches in Croatia.
Susak is also characterised by crumbly, ochre-coloured cliffs covered in ferns, wild fennel and soaring grasses. With footpaths crisscrossing the island, exploring the great outdoors here is effortless and sublimely rewarding.
Top tip: Croatia is a top honeymoon destination and this tailor-made Dalmatian Honeymoon trip will take you through truly memorable sights. The tour is planned out to the last possible detail while still respecting the time you wish to spend at your own pace in privacy.
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Susak is one of the top Croatian islands for getaways © xbrchx / Shutterstock
Known for being one of the best European beach holiday destinations, Rab is indeed blessed with dozens of stone-and-pebble-free coves that'll please even the fussiest beach-lover.
Rab's best-known beach is Rajska Plaža (Paradise Beach). Located in Lopar to the north of the town of Rab, its long stretch of soft sand, shallow waters, and plentiful amenities make it a top choice for families. For scenery that evokes The Bahamas — pine forests and turquoise waters — head to Suha Punta on the wooded Kalifront peninsula.
Keen to avoid tan lines? Kandarola Beach is one of the world's oldest naturist beaches, with the right royal connections — Edward and Wallis Simpson used to get back to nature here, which is why it's known locally as English Beach.
Top tip: A day cruise around the northern side of the island of Pag. You will be free to swim in the inlet of the Zavratnica Nature Park, whilst also discovering the numerous other attractions the island of Rab offers.
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For beach lovers, Rab island is another top Croatian island for getaways © pointbreak / Shutterstock
Car-free with no hotels, Silba is a paradise for peace lovers year-round. Come mid-July, a bike ban comes into play until the end of August, further adding to the island's addictively laidback vibe. To get a sense of Silba's blissfully slow pace, strolling maquis-lined lanes to unspoiled beaches pretty much counts as an