Tourist shares must‑know tips for visiting Croatia’s coast and historic towns

An Instagram‑posting tourist compiled a checklist of things she wishes she had known before traveling to Croatia. She advises booking ferries, hotels and rental cars early because the summer season fills up quickly, and warns that ferry schedules can change due to weather, making island‑hopping longer than it appears on a map. Beyond Dubrovnik, she highlights Split, Hvar, Rovinj, Zadar and Istria as worthwhile destinations and recommends the Dubrovnik Pass to save on entry fees. She notes that Croatia now uses the euro, suggests carrying some cash, and stresses the need for comfortable shoes on stone streets and stairs. Sun protection is essential, tap water is safe, and most beaches are pebbly, so water‑shoes are useful. Road conditions are good for road trips, though parking near old town centres can be costly. Uber operates in many cities and is often cheaper than taxis. Boat trips are described as “100 % worth it,” while staying inside historic cores can be noisy at night.