Hvar, reputed to be Croatia’s party isle (a favourite of Beyonce and George Clooney) and home to one of Croatia’s most beautiful capitals, Hvar Town. Wander the whitewashed towns and cobbled streets before heading for a swim in the clear blue waters of one of Hvar’s idyllic southern beach spots.

Enjoy the turquoise bays of the Pakleni Islands, Hvar’s stunning archipelago of wooded isles, en route to Croatia’s second largest city. A harmonious blend of modern life and ancient history, the ruins date back to Roman times. Explore the bustling waterfront, the labyrinth of city streets and take some of the UNESCO World heritage Sites like Diocletian’s Palace, built in AD 305 for a Roman emperor.

A perfect example of a once modest town glamorously reimagined, Tivat is a chic enclave which is now home to the yachting jet set during the summer months. Check out the marina’s stylish boutiques, world-class restaurants and buzzing bars before enjoying aperos on board as the sun sets.

Experience an unforgettable sail to Montenegro and the breathtaking fjord like Bay of Kotor, generally considered one of the most picturesque bays in the entire Mediterranean. The youngest European nation, Montenegro is a small but diverse region backed by lakes, mountains and rivers, punching well above its weight in terms of wow factors and jaw dropping scenery. 

On to the picture postcard port of Croatia’s Dubrovnik, which is surely one of the most glorious and unspoiled harbors in Europe, matched only by the awe inspiring beauty of its old town. Explore this ancient city’s 16th century stone wall paths and forts before venturing up Mount Srd which, at 412 meters, affords one of the most spectacular views of Dubrovnik.

Less touristy than Dubrovnik, Korcula is one of Dalmatia’s most relaxing island getaways, where lush dark pine forests, vineyards and olive groves led to it being nicknamed Black Corfu. Combine a walk around the old town with a swim at one of the pristine and secluded sandy beaches like Luka Korculanska.