Coastal Alternatives
Beyond the Amalfi and the Côte d'Azur, the European coastline is full of harbours that haven't been turned into souvenir shops yet.
Hidden Mediterranean Coastal Towns
The Mediterranean coast still has hundreds of small towns where the boats are fishing boats, the menus are seasonal, and the rooms are reasonable.
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Alternatives to Croatia's Most Visited Destinations
Dubrovnik and Hvar are spectacular and saturated. The Croatian coastline is 1,800 kilometres long. You can do a lot better.
Atlantic Coast Escapes Few Travelers Consider
The Atlantic coast is colder, wider, and infinitely emptier than the Mediterranean. For surfers, hikers, and anyone with a dog, that's the appeal.
Islands Beyond the Tourist Hotspots
If your favourite island has gone the way of Ibiza, there's still a smaller cousin a ferry hop away.
Coastal Towns With Authentic Character
A test for any coastal town: are there boats unloading fish at 6 am? If yes, the rest usually follows.
Alternatives to Dubrovnik on the Croatian Coast
Dubrovnik on a summer cruise day is a slow shuffle through someone else's holiday. Šibenik, Trogir, and Zadar give you walled-city Croatia with breathing room.