CROATIA TRAVEL SPECIALISTS
CROATIAincluding Slovenia, Montenegro, Bosnia & Herzegovina
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You can immerse yourself in the history and culture of old cities, or find places tucked away that are private and remote, offering total relaxation. From bustling cities to small towns that hold on to a more traditional and quiet way of life, each has something to offer from museums and galleries to churches, palaces, castles and monasteries. Surrounded by well preserved architecture, walking through narrow CROATIA TRAVEL cobblestone streets in time to the ringing of bell WELCOME TO OUR towers, you are transported to centuries past. SPECIALISTSNEW 2018 BROCHURE. Ecological Oasis of Europe Within moments you can completely change your surroundings and walk, hike, climb, ride, dive, canoe and sail through all the diverse natural Dobro Dosli!! Croatian for Welcome and this is what beauty Croatia has to offer. This is a land that will you can expect when you contact Croatia Travel suit all tastes with imposing mountains, rolling Specialists. I would like to welcome you to our new hills, fields full of flowers, forests and caves. The 2018 brochure. coast and the islands are also intensely varied. 2018 promises to be a very busy year after the The moonlike landscape of islands that face the response to our 50th anniversary specials and northern wind are in stark contrast to the deep green of those that are exposed primarily to the promotions last year. Some of our Gold Collection sun, with their high quality local wines, fruit and and other specials will continue into 2018, so see vegetables brimming with taste. our website for details. From it’s humble beginnings as a suburban travel agency to a group of specialist Clean Water and Sea businesses working in the most special places in the (L-R) Richard Ruskin (Managing Director), Mirjana (Mary) world, we now look after clients all over Australia Martin (Director of Operations), Paul Martin (Director of Sales) For the sailor there are steep cliffs that drop into and the world. a deep blue and crystal clear sea, coves that can Croatia Travel Specialists has built up a reputation be reached only by boat, and endless beaches. of offering the best in travel to Croatia, Slovenia, “Croatia Travel Specialists... Below the surface are sunken treasures as witnesses of a turbulent past and sea life you will Bosnia, Herzegovina and Montenegro, through Small Country, Big Surprise!” see nowhere else in the Mediterranean in such a combination of on-ground experience and abundance. knowledge that my staff and I have enjoyed over many years. Paul & Mirjana (Mary) Martin, who and gulets to hire – including Dufour Yachts and Cheerful, Hospitable, Charming oversee Croatia Travel Specialists, have spent 10 People years living in and exploring Croatia in great detail. the brand new range of one way and round trip Their local knowledge of the towns, places of cruises, on offer this year and is now available The memories you will take back with you will be interest, restaurants, beaches, nightlife and culture is through Croatia Travel Specialists. not only of the sights, but the smells of the sea, unsurpassed – even down to where to swim, or what I am delighted to offer you the tours, yacht and wild herbs, orchards and vineyards, the sounds wine or schnapps to drink!! gulet hire and individual arrangements in this of cicadas and donkeys braying and certainly the feel of the beach beneath your feet. You What sets Croatia Travel Specialists apart is our brochure to assist in opening your eyes to what will be stunned by the diversity of cuisine and flexibility to tailor-make your trip at the most Croatia has in store for you. I am sure it will dialects, and the kindness with which you will be competitive and value for money rates in Australia. inspire you to visit one of my favourite European greeted. Each region has something different and In this new brochure there is a large range of destinations – Croatia. But don’t take my word for it, see it for yourself. unforgettable to offer. Anyone who has glimpsed suggested tour itineraries that can be amended to that long, mountainous, island-studded coast suit your individual needs. These only represent a would surely agree that its beauty is little short of small percentage of what is on offer. As sailing in RICHARD RUSKIN divine. Croatia, quite simply, is blessed with some Croatia is one of the region’s big draw cards, we Managing Director, of the most spectacular scenery on the planet offer you a range of high quality yachts, cruisers Croatia Travel Specialists. and in recent years has become a favorite tourist destination. Our services include • Private Touring to suit WHY CROATIA TRAVEL SPECIALISTS? • Accommodation We are a passionate team of travel specialists to detail utilising our wealth of experience and • City stays with a reputation for delivering premium travel extensive knowledge bank. • Self Drive Holidays experiences to Croatia. • Escorted Coach Tours Explore Croatia with us and you will soon see • Guided Sightseeing Croatia Travel Specialists, a division of The Travel why Croatia Travel Specialists is a part of one of • Transfers Specialists, is there to not only advise you of the longest established and reputable travel • Chauffeur Drive Services the best accommodation, tour yacht or gulet, companies in Australia. We love what we do • Rent-A-Car and we're confident you will too. but ensuring you get the trip you have always • Bus Rental dreamed of, at the best value for money price. And remember our other divisions offer the • Yacht Charters We know every individual is unique which is why same expertise, level of service and attention • Boat Charters we take time to understand what you are looking to detail with specialists in Africa, South • Gulets for, to ensure we deliver you a trip of a lifetime. America & Central America, India & Sri Lanka • Sports & Cultural Events Next, we craft your itinerary, ensuring attention and Antarctica. • Incentives & Conferences • Team Building and Active Holidays • Business Travel • Pilgrimages • Wellness Programs
2 Croatia Travel Specialists CONTENTS
4 General Information and Map
5 Coach Tours & Suggested Itineraries
6 Ultimate Croatia & Beyond
7 Grand Tourer
8 Dalmatian Sunshine
9 Best of Croatia
10 Croatia Highlights
11 Croatia and Montenegro Express
12 Three Island Hopper Tour
13 Southern Dalmatia Island Hopper
14 Self–Drive Croatia
15 Cruising, Yachting & Gulets
16 Deluxe Cruises
24 Sailing Yachts
26 Cruising Gulet Charters
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