Croatian Istria among the top 8 global holiday destinations in 2022

Istria is not just a destination for summer vacations, far from it. It is a destination for all seasons, as it offers the opportunity to calm down and relax in the winter months, and in the summer to socialize and surrender to the sun's rays. Its advantages and beauty have also been recognized by an American travel magazine Ultratravel, who named Istria as one of the eight destinations that must be visited in 2022.

Istria was unnoticed by tourists for a long time

The experts also included in the selection Cape Town, Hong Kong, New York, Kyushu Island in Japan, Valencia, Oslo and Nashville. And what makes Istria one of the top destinations this year? According to author Lauren Ho, it is an area that has only recently come onto the radar of world tourists, who previously only discovered Dalmatia and Dubrovnik. She pointed out that Istria is known for its mysterious towns on the coast and in the hinterland, delicious gastronomic offer and beautiful cycling routes.

Pula, Rovinj, Brijoni, Poreč, Novigrad,...

Istria is far from suitable only for the summer months, when its beaches are filled with foreign and domestic tourists. Its tranquility is especially attractive in the winter months, while on the streets of Istrian towns we meet only locals. It is without a doubt one of the most beautiful towns in Istria Rovinj, with cute narrow streets, colorful houses and an excellent culinary offer. In fact, there are two restaurants with a Michelin star in the city, Monte and Agli Amici. The surroundings of the city also offer a variety of activities, including wonderful opportunities for cycling on the nearby roads or climbing in the Lim channel.

When visiting Istria, drive to Poole, the cultural center of the region, dominated by the large Pula arena. It is also worth visiting in winter, when there are no crowds of tourists around the Roman amphitheater, and you can always find a spot in the sun in the nearby cafes. Pula can also boast of a lot of beautiful beaches, but you can discover the most beautiful ones on Cape Kamenjak, a few kilometers from the city. We also recommend a visit Brijonov, Tito's former holiday residence and a small fishing town Pheasants.

In Istria, you can also find a range of tastefully furnished accommodation, especially a range of modernly furnished villas that invite you with their offer and architecture.

Villa Vitassi

Villi Vitassi is located just a stone's throw from the old town of Pula, and boasts a green garden and a sun terrace with an outdoor pool. For children, there is also a charming children's playground in the garden. There are four spacious bedrooms available to guests, each with a private bathroom, and on the ground floor of the villa there is a living room with a fully equipped kitchen and dining room.

Villa Sagri

In the village of Žagrići, not far from Žminj, stands a spacious villa with an interior in calm color tones, created with the rich Istrian tradition in mind. The biggest advantage of Villa Sagri is the outdoor spaces, as the villa has several corners designed for sitting and socializing outdoors. The villa can accommodate up to nine people and is family friendly.

Yellow Tree

In the charming Istrian village of Jurići stands the striking luxury villa Yellow Tree, which guarantees peace and privacy. It can accommodate up to ten people, who have four spacious bedrooms and a sofa bed. The villa also boasts an indoor pool, which allows swimming even in colder weather, and is accompanied by a hot tub, sauna and fitness center.

Melegran In The Hills

In the Istrian village of Kostanjica, not far from Poreč, you will find a lovely Istrian house with a large outdoor pool, a sunny terrace and a beautiful green garden. The surroundings offer many activities, you can drive to the coast, sit on a bike or choose hiking. Melegram in The Hills offers four bedrooms and four bathrooms, and on the ground floor you will find a large living room with a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen.