Croatian Islands

With 1,246 islands rising up through the Adriatic, Croatia provides a rich choices of island holidays. There is almost any number of activities that can be enjoyed on different islands, from sightseeing to more active holiday pursuits.

In July 2017 Oliver Smith, travel journalist with the British Telegraph, listed the islands of Vis and Šolta as two hidden island treasures, in amongst other islands from the Mediterranean and northern Europe.

Guide to the Islands in Croatia
	Adriatic Sea is Home to Croatian Islands Stretching northwest-southwest between Italy and Croatia, Adriatic Sea is one of the cleanest seas in the world along the Croatian coastline. It is home to over 1,200 islands that are part of the Croatian territory.
	Six of the Best of Croatia Islands One of the great experiences that you can have on your holiday in Croatia is to go on a personal sailing boat, to catch a boat taxi between islands, or one of the ferries. Explore six of the best of Croatian islands.
	Croatia's Top Five Islands Croatia's idyllic islands are surrounded by warm waters, great for cruising and sailing, and each island offering something unique to its visitors. Take a trip to Croatia's one of top five islands for your next vacation.
	Ten Largest Croatian Islands The islands in Croatia are amongst most picturesque in Europe and have always been popular with travellers. There are hundreds of islands in the Adriatic Sea, but we have selected ten largest islands to visit.
	The Origins and Holidays on Hvar Island One of the largest and most popular islands in Croatia is Hvar island. It is also known as 'island of sun', owing to its 2800 hours of sun annually. One of the most popular stopovers to international celebrities and travellers.

There are more than 1200 islands in Croatia

Croatia is located in southern central Europe. Shaped somewhat like a horseshoe, the country offers an extremely long coastline along with over 1,246 islands that are situated offshore. The country is easily accessible, as Italy is located to the west and Slovenia is located to the north.

One of the reasons that so many travelers are flocking to Croatia is the coastline of the Adriatic Sea, which is nothing short of stunning. In addition, the coastline is also known as one of the cleanest in the world. The weather, which is warm and pleasant, provides the perfect backdrop for a wonderful vacation.

The town of Primošten is located on a small island connected to the mainland by a bridge. This medieval Mediterranean fishing town is one of the best known Croatian destinations. It is located near the city of Šibenik, an established and growing mainland destination.

The Kornati Islands National Park offers you an incredible diversity of islands, spectacular beauty and rich history. You can explore Greek and Roman ruins; visit the vacation palaces for Europe's aristocracy and more. Kayak, canoe, swim and fish through the islands.

You'll find islands given over to pastoral splendor, complete with grazing sheep and attentive shepherds, as well as uninhabited islands that provide views of olive groves and vineyards. None of the Kornati Islands are inhabited on a permanent basis, though neighboring islands do use some for agricultural purposes.