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Tina Rajkovic

As a child, I spent a lot of time being active in nature not far from where we lived in Croatia. My parents often took me hiking, and this is how I learned to enjoy the little things and to respect and preserve our Mother Nature.
As a licensed local guide, I visited almost every corner of my country. Over time, my love for nature and animals only increased, and caring for the environment became an essential part of my nature trips.
I love spending time outdoors and spend most of my free time wandering and exploring around, in the company of family, friends, and two dogs.
Life is simple, and the simplicity of life is the key to its quality and overall happiness. I want to share that with our clients. It's beautiful everywhere, you just have to see it.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"All Croatia! "

How did you get involved in travel?

"I love to travel and move around regularly in the company of my loved ones."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"One of my most memorable travel experiences is when I was 5 and I traveled with my grandma to visit my aunt who moved to New York. I cannot explain how excited I was. My grandma, meanwhile, didn’t understand any non–Croatian words. Croatia was still a part of the ex-Yugoslavia at that time.
From Zagreb, we headed to Belgrade for a flight to New York. The flight was canceled, and we had to wait until the new plane arrived. I was tired, hungry, and acting like a real brat. After about 6 hours of waiting, the plane finally took off and the flight lasted approximately 9 hours. For me, this journey was extremely long and boring. I thought that the flight would last forever, so many times I suggested to my grandma that we needed to jump from the airplane. I believed that the safety belts were good enough to save us from everything.
When we came to JFK Airport, for the first time in my life I saw how people can communicate with their hands and eyes, without spelling a word. My grandma did an excellent job, she brought her and me (a little brat) to our destination. We were so happy!
If you ask her, it was the most terrible journey of her life, she was so scared. But if you ask me, I will never forget the expression on her exhausted face when she saw her daughter waiting for us at the exit area."

Tina is part of the following groups: Croatia Travel Agents, Croatia Family Travel Agents
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Favorite experiences

Explore Plitvice Lakes by Foot

The first Croatian national park (and the most popular), Plitvice Lakes National Park, is Croatia’s natural masterpiece. More than a park, it's a storybook locale conjured out of a romantic dream offering gorgeous views at any time of year. A must-visit for any traveler to Croatia, the...

Walking & Culinary Tour on Korčula

Experience the rural side of Korčula Island on a walking and culinary tour! Learn about island life (past and present) while listening to stories about the historic village of Zrnovo. A passionate local guide will lead you around the town and surrounding countryside, passing through the village,...

Recent trip reviews for Tina

Tina did a great job putting together a detailed and varied trip for us.
Croatia | Jun 8 - Jun 24, 2026

andrew
andrew g.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026
Tina did a great job putting together a detailed and varied trip for us. Our company/family has a broad range of wants and getting everything into one journey was not easy. She managed to have a nice flow of busy and slow time and as usual we wished we had more time in virtually every place she recommended. I am a travel photographer so it's important to me to have a ton of variety while doing a trip, she nailed it on the head in this department. The quality of the rental cars and... Read more

Tina did a great job putting together a detailed and varied trip for us. Our company/family has a broad range of wants and getting everything into one journey was not easy. She managed to have a nice flow of busy and slow time and as usual we wished we had more time in virtually every place she recommended. I am a travel photographer so it's important to me to have a ton of variety while doing a trip, she nailed it on the head in this department. The quality of the rental cars and driver/transfers was high end and on point. No one was late and the directions for getting to and from locations was very detailed.

Hotel Reviews
Best Western Airport Hotel Stella
Zagreb

Simple, quiet and clean airport hotel, only downside is not onsite restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
Just an airport hotel.
Location
Close to the airport.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Port 9 Camping
Korčula

Perfect location for Korchula with easy access via water taxi or scheduled electric carts. With their own infinity pool and multiple beaches to choose from it's a great location to explore the area. Great family resort.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close but far enough to be quiet. Huge grocery store within walking distance if you get a unit with a kitchen.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Marul
Split

Very good hotel with included breakfast and awesome location to the old town area of Split. Quiet, Quiet, Quiet, enough said!

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Tesla's Gastro House
Prijeboj

We only spent one night and reason I booked this particular hotel was for the hot tub and serene location. Unfortunately the hot tub had been serviced it was not hot, they did have a nice sauna to use as a back up. There is a very good local restaurant nearby(the owners will cook you dinner or breakfast if you let them know in advance) and the owners are very nice and attentive. If we go back to this area I would like to spend several days here just to relax.

Authenticity & Character
Quaint hotel in the country.
Location
Very close to entrance 2 to Plitvice lakes national park.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Arena Stoja Camping Homes
Pula

Beautiful location right on the beach and quite!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Out of town but close enough for easy Ubers.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hilton Canopy
Zagreb

Killer breakfast and super attentive staff.

Authenticity & Character
Moderen and hip.(not my usual vibe but they pull it off nicely)
Location
close enough to be walking to the downtown area.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dubrovnik Panorama and Walking tour
Dubrovnik Panorama and Walking tour
Dubrovnik

This was probably our only 4 star experience with a guide. She wasn't bad but she just wasn't very engaging and it was had to keep paying attention. This is not an easy job to do in the most touristy city in Croatia but a bit more energy would have helped.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Arrival in Pula
Arrival in Pula
Pula

Didn't see much here but the city was cool for what little we saw.

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Taste of Korcula Tour (Local Produce Tasting)
Taste of Korcula Tour (Local Produce Tasting)
Korčula

Be prepared to mostly drink on this tour, drink is considered food in Croatia which is true but you will definitely not be able to drive responsibly after doing this tour. Wine tasting at 2 locations and gin tasting at another. Local producers make the tour nice and John was really good at dumbing down(for the simpletons like my wife and I) the wine enthusiast owners explanation of his various offerings. Passionate farmers, wine, honey and gin producers make this a great "local vibe" excursion.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Zrmanja River Rafting
Zrmanja River Rafting
Croatia

My family owns our own kayaks, rafts and canoes at home so we are fairly critical when we do any river water activity. If you are wanting adrenalin inducing river experience this won't do it but if you want a mellow and beautiful float through dense forest you will be happy with this trip. The location is a bit of a hump to get to (double check the google address as it sent us to a spot on the side of the road 25 km away). We called the kayak company and they said not to worry they would wait(turns out we weren't the last to arrive). The days was gorgeous and the river pure and clean.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Zagreb - Arrival
Zagreb - Arrival
Zagreb

The driver was there waiting which is always a comfort after 20+ hours of traveling. Highend Mercedes van with a great driver.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Drive to Plitvice with a stop in Motovun for a truffle tasting  tour
Drive to Plitvice with a stop in Motovun for a truffle tasting tour
Croatia

This was one of our favorite activities on our entire trip. I didn't have much hope that we would find truffles and I was ok with that but wow was I wrong. Our dogs within 10 minutes discovered several truffles and over the course of our time in the woods we found roughly 16oz of black truffles. The owner was such cool and authentic old Croatian guy whose entire identity was truffles and his dogs. The staff prepared an insane gluttonous truffle feast from the truffles we(dogs found let's be honest) in the woods. Oil, vinegar, salt, salads, spreads, salami, cheeses, scrambled eggs and as much wine as you wanted, best day of the trip!

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Discover Pula
Discover Pula
Croatia

Although we didn't spend much time here the coliseum was pretty cool.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Sea Kayaking around Lokrum Island
Sea Kayaking around Lokrum Island
Dubrovnik

We actually did not kayak around Lokrum island but instead went around the old city walls to a sea cave beach where we swam and jumped off cliffs, it was great trip with enthusiastic guides and easy paddling.

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Full-Day Private Sailing Adventure – Zadar Archipelago
Full-Day Private Sailing Adventure – Zadar Archipelago
Zadar

What an awesome way to see a bit of the surrounding islands. Our captain took us to a small island for lunch at a friends old family restaurant and it did not disappoint. We had a killer all seafood lunch with fish caught that morning by the owner of the restaurant. We were lucky enough to actually be able to sail with quite a bit of wind, nothing better than being on the sea with a cold beverage in your hand and wind in the sails. Epic day.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Private guided walking tour of Zagreb
Private guided walking tour of Zagreb
Zagreb

Nice and easy pace with just enough info to not be overwhelming.

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Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Jul 13, 2026
Dear Greiger family,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It really means a lot to me.
I appreciate your rating of the activities and places you visited. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into sharing your experience. It was a real pleasure organizing this trip for you and your family. From the beginning, I could see that you are very well organized, which made it much easier for me to create the right itinerary for your family. When I plan a family trip, I always... Read more

Dear Greiger family,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It really means a lot to me.

I appreciate your rating of the activities and places you visited. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into sharing your experience.

It was a real pleasure organizing this trip for you and your family. From the beginning, I could see that you are very well organized, which made it much easier for me to create the right itinerary for your family.

When I plan a family trip, I always try to think about every family member. I want everyone to enjoy the trip and also have enough free time to do their own thing or simply relax together. I'm so happy to hear that the balance between busy days and slower days worked well for you.

I also saw some of the photos you shared—they are beautiful! You have a great eye for photography,

Thank you again for choosing us and for taking the time to write such a kind review.
Wishing you and your family all the best in life, and many more memorable, fun, and relaxing vacations together.

Best,
Tina

Visiting Croatia exceeded our expectations. T...
Croatia | Jun 6 - Jun 14, 2026

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Melissa Y.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026
Visiting Croatia exceeded our expectations. The kind people, breathtaking landscape, and history make this experience so special. We loved the Krka Falls. Such a fun town. Our guide for the e-bike tour was wonderful. The bike rental business was great. Split hotel was unbelievable. Hvar was unforgettable. Our speedboat guide was a favorite. Daveen I believe. He customer our experience based on our kids and the rough waters. It was lovely and fun. Our hotel was so beautiful and... Read more

Visiting Croatia exceeded our expectations. The kind people, breathtaking landscape, and history make this experience so special.

We loved the Krka Falls. Such a fun town. Our guide for the e-bike tour was wonderful. The bike rental business was great.

Split hotel was unbelievable.

Hvar was unforgettable. Our speedboat guide was a favorite. Daveen I believe. He customer our experience based on our kids and the rough waters. It was lovely and fun. Our hotel was so beautiful and rich with history. The Nora staff treated us like family.

Dubrovnik exceeded expectations. I wish we had more time in old town to explore. We spent our final day at the resort jumping in the sea and, we wish we had more time to stroll outside of the resort. It was truly the trip of a lifetime. Tina made this experience easy, stress free, and perfect for our family. We want to return soon!

Hotel Review
Heritage Hotel Santa Lucia
Split

We felt like royalty. The perfect blend of history and luxury.

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Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Jun 19, 2026
Hi Melissa,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful 5-star review.
I am delighted to hear that your trip to Croatia exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed everything you experienced along the way. It is especially lovely to hear that Croatia left such special memories and that you enjoyed the company of the guides, captain, and hotel staff throughout your journey. I will be sure to pass along your kind words to our partners, including the e-bike guide, the... Read more

Hi Melissa,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful 5-star review.

I am delighted to hear that your trip to Croatia exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed everything you experienced along the way.

It is especially lovely to hear that Croatia left such special memories and that you enjoyed the company of the guides, captain, and hotel staff throughout your journey. I will be sure to pass along your kind words to our partners, including the e-bike guide, the speedboat crew, and the teams at your hotels. I'm sure they will be thrilled to know they helped make your family's experience so memorable.

Reading that the trip was "the trip of a lifetime" truly means a lot to me. It was my pleasure to help create an itinerary that allowed you to relax, explore, and make lasting memories together. I'm especially happy that the arrangements made traveling with your three children easy and stress-free.

Thank you again for your generous feedback and support. It was a pleasure working with you, and I sincerely hope to welcome you and your family back to Croatia one day. There is still so much more to discover!

Best regards from Hrvatska 😊
Tina

A month in the Balkans
Croatia | May 15 - Jun 7, 2026

ANITA
ANITA C.
Salt Lake City, UT | Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
We just returned from a month-long vacation through Croatia, Slovenia and Bosnia-Herzegovina and we owe the success of that trip to TINA. Planning a multi country trip has so many details but Tina helped us build a totally flawless and logical itinerary. Every detail was attended to: airport pickup and drop-off, car rental and insurance, hotel reservations, national park tickets, and incredible private tours. Every person on the team was so friendly and knowledgeable. Mr. Bozo and Dario... Read more

We just returned from a month-long vacation through Croatia, Slovenia and Bosnia-Herzegovina and we owe the success of that trip to TINA. Planning a multi country trip has so many details but Tina helped us build a totally flawless and logical itinerary. Every detail was attended to: airport pickup and drop-off, car rental and insurance, hotel reservations, national park tickets, and incredible private tours. Every person on the team was so friendly and knowledgeable. Mr. Bozo and Dario drove us to and from the airport. Both were on time and pleasant. Our guides were SUPERB! We can not thank Mr. Anze, Marija, Mak, or "Ken" enough! We so enjoyed our time with them. They each shared their incredible knowledge of their city but also shared their personal stories and fondness of their cities.
Each country has its own uniqueness and we loved each one. The Balkans is so beautiful from the mountains to the cities to the sea. We ask ourselves, what was our favorite part? Honestly, we can't come up with just one. Words and photos do not do the countries justice. Absolutely gorgeous countryside.
Tina's communication was exceptional! She was so thorough during the planning phases, made suggestions and, gave us honest feedback about any concerns we had. She checked in with us during the trip to make sure everything was going smoothly and gave even more suggestions for quick stops along our way.
The hotels she chose for us were top notch. The hotel locations were PERFECT! We were able to park the car and walk to the sights. That in itself is HUGE! Most were family owned businesses and they all were so kind, appreciative, and eager to share tidbits about their town and country. There is NO WAY I could have logically organized this trip the way Tina did. We are SO GRATEFUL to her for making this vacation so special. If you want a meticulous, knowledgeable, friendly, and honest travel agent to create a fabulous vacation, TINA IS THE ONE YOU WANT!
Tina, thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
Sincerely, the Crispos

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Sana
Sarajevo

Lovely hotel close to restaurants and shopping. We had a guide take us to some of the sites that were far off Such as the tunnel of hope, the bobsled run from the Olympics ...etc. I i highly recommend a guide because driving through sarajevo is quite an experience! Its a delightful hotel, super clean, comfy, absolutely delicious breakfast, and you can get a cocktail from the bar is you so desire or a cup of coffee.

Authenticity & Character
Its such a beautiful place
Location
Short walk to shops, restaurants, and some sights and museums. Sarajevo is a lovely city
Staff
Super friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Villa Divani
Mostar

Excellent location with secure parking Just a couple of steps away. There is also a laundromat, a couple of steps away! It is a very short walk to the Old Town and all of the restaurants and shops and the Stari bridge. The staff were super friendly, breakfast is plentiful and delicious, parking is nearby. There is no elevator but there are rooms on the bottom floor.

Authenticity & Character
Delightful staff, perfect location
Location
I loved when you can just park your car and walk through the town
Staff
Genuinely nice
Cleanliness & Comfort
Villa Filaus

Beautiful! Breakfast is offsite at Mamma Mia restaurant and it is delicious and bountiful! The rooms are large and comfortable. Anita is very kind and knowledgeable. Since no cars are allowed in the old town, you will need to take either a taxi or a bus to the old town. The bus stop is very convenient. Lovely grounds...

Authenticity & Character
Lovely building, I dont believe there is an elevator
Location
It is a very short walk to the beach area and restaurants. Make sure you check out the cave bar!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Balatura Split Luxury Rooms
Split

The location of this hotel could not have been any better! It was a short walk to Diocletian's palace, and also, there is a laundromat within a three minute walk! The hotel is super comfortable, the staff are delightful and helpful, the breakfast was delicious. It is a very inviting place!

Authenticity & Character
Its adorable
Location
Park the car and walk to the sights! There are stairs and no elevators soprano accordingly. Secured parking is offsite and they assist you navigating that narrow street!
Staff
Everyone was wonderful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Zrinka House
Grabovac

Out of all of the places we stayed, I think the zrinka house was my favorite! Barbara is one of the most delightful people I have ever met! She is so kind and we had a great time visiting with her. She is also a fabulous cook who doesn't let you leave her house without a sack of goodies! The house is absolutely gorgeous, so many details make it so beautiful yet very personal.

Authenticity & Character
Its so lovely, warm, and comfortable!!
Location
The house is within ten minutes or so of plitvice lakes
Staff
Funny, warm, and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Angelo d'Oro
Rovinj

We absolutely loved this hotel.It is a refurbished bishop's palace. It is gorgeous! The location is perfect, the staff are welcoming, and the breakfast is delicious. We loved the secret garden.We went out each night and sat on the patio. It was so relaxing. You are a short walk from the beaches and the Riverwalk.

Authenticity & Character
Location
All you have to do is park your car and walk to the beach or to the Riverwalk.
Staff
Delightful people and just so nice! The reception people were just wonderful as were the kitchen staff and housekeepers
Cleanliness & Comfort
You will have to park your car outside of the old town, but they make it so easy.You give them a call, tell them when you'll be arriving and they show up with a golf cart to drive you and your luggage to the hotel snd aldo back to your car at the end of your visit. Super easy.
Tourist Farm Kranjc
Kobarid

We were so lucky to have stayed in this tourist farm. The owner is delightful and is a wonderful cook! She also did our laundry! The location is up in the mountains and it is absolutely stunning. The rooms are comfortable, clean and fairly large.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Delightful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
It is wonderful to be in the mountains, but do know you do have to drive down into the town to see the sites, go grocery shopping etc...
B&B Podvrbo
Ljubljana

Another fabulous hotel in a perfect location! It's a very short walk to the square fill of fights anc restaurants. The staff are so welcoming, the breakfast is delicious, and the rooms are comfortable. What more could you want?

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The entire place is so clean and welcoming
Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria
Zagreb

We loved the old world vibe of this hotel! i felt like I should be sharing a cocktail with F. Scott Fitzgerald.! The location is perfect! very close to so many sites and restaurants. The staff are terrific, the breakfast is amazing, the rooms are super clean and comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Old world vibe- beautifully decorated
Location
Staff
So friendly and helpful!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The entire hotel is spotless and comfy!
Activity Review
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik

The Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town was fantastic. The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. It was the perfect way to explore the city and learn about its rich history. Highly recommended!

Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Jul 05, 2026
Oh, my dear Crispos,
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind message — it truly means a lot. <3
I’m very happy to hear that your trip through Croatia, Slovenia, and Bosnia-Herzegovina was such a special experience and that everything came together so well. It was a real pleasure working with you and creating this journey, and I’m especially glad that the guides, drivers, and hotels all helped make it smooth and memorable. Reading your words honestly made me smile — this is exactly why I... Read more

Oh, my dear Crispos,
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind message — it truly means a lot. <3

I’m very happy to hear that your trip through Croatia, Slovenia, and Bosnia-Herzegovina was such a special experience and that everything came together so well. It was a real pleasure working with you and creating this journey, and I’m especially glad that the guides, drivers, and hotels all helped make it smooth and memorable.

Reading your words honestly made me smile — this is exactly why I love what I do. I also have to say I will remember you and your trip as one of those special ones that stays with me long after the season ends.

Thank you again for your trust, your kindness, and for taking the time to write this wonderful review, which will also help future travelers when choosing Croatia.

Warmest regards from Croatia,
Tina

Our trip to Croatia and Slovenia was well pla...
Slovenia | Apr 15 - Apr 22, 2026

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Lori H.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Our trip to Croatia and Slovenia was well planned and the accommodations were exceptional!

Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Apr 30, 2026

Dear Lori & Nancy,

Thank you for your kind words!
We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Croatia and Slovenia and that the accommodations met your expectations.

And thank you as well for sharing your photos — it’s always a pleasure to see these beautiful destinations through our travelers’ eyes!

We hope to have the opportunity to assist you again on a future trip.

All the best and greetings from Croatia
Tina

Fantastic Experience
Croatia | Oct 12 - Oct 17, 2025

Kim
Kim A.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Absolutely FLAWLESS from start to finish! Tina, our planner in Croatia was responsive and intuitive. Our hotels were lovely and most importantly the transfers (ferries & drivers) were on-time, friendly and professional. I was hesitant to book the “Buggy Safari” in Korcula and it was definitely a highlight of our trip!!! Thank you Tina & kimkim-our trip was perfect and we can’t wait to use kimkim again! Read more

Absolutely FLAWLESS from start to finish! Tina, our planner in Croatia was responsive and intuitive. Our hotels were lovely and most importantly the transfers (ferries & drivers) were on-time, friendly and professional. I was hesitant to book the “Buggy Safari” in Korcula and it was definitely a highlight of our trip!!! Thank you Tina & kimkim-our trip was perfect and we can’t wait to use kimkim again!

Hotel Reviews
Villa Filaus

Felt like staying in a private home. Spacious rooms and keyless entry made for a very nice stay.

Authenticity & Character
Felt like a private home
Location
A bit of a walk, but generally conveniently located.
Staff
Anita was sweet and informative
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Korsal
Korčula

OMG-the staff! Really charming hotel with animated and accommodating staff! We had a lovely time & would definitely return!

Authenticity & Character
Combination historic with modern amenities
Location
Private beach and walk to town!
Staff
Sasha
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dubrovnik Panorama tour
Dubrovnik Panorama tour
Dubrovnik

So nice to be met at the ferry by Iwo (sp?) We learned a great deal about the conflict endured by Croatia in the ‘90’s and it’s history.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Korčula Buggy Safari
Korčula Buggy Safari
Korčula

I was hesitant to book this tour-just sounded a bit corny and not a great fit. Boy, was I wrong!!!!! This was a highlight of our trip! So fun and exciting, we felt like kids! Branco & Ana were delightful & charming. We loved visiting their home after a very exciting drive. Ana made the best bread and orange peels I have ever eaten!

Quality of Experience
Quirky & fun
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Everything was great
Transport
Punctuality & cleanliness
Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Oct 28, 2025

Dear Kim,
Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star review! I’m thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly.
I truly appreciate your relaxing approach from the start. It makes me happy to hear that easy-going travelers get the most out of the trips we plan. It was such a pleasure helping you plan your journey, and I’m delighted it turned out perfectly!
Wishing you many more fun and memorable journeys, always in great company.
Best from Croatia!
Tina

Our Guide, Tina, was incredible in her meticu...
Croatia | Oct 12 - Oct 17, 2025

William
William S.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Our Guide, Tina, was incredible in her meticulous planning for a trip we joined with friends. Every transportation detail went flawlessly and our accommodations were beyond our expectations. The Buggy tour she arranged in Korcula was the highlight of our trip. Read more

Our Guide, Tina, was incredible in her meticulous planning for a trip we joined with friends. Every transportation detail went flawlessly and our accommodations were beyond our expectations. The Buggy tour she arranged in Korcula was the highlight of our trip.

Activity Reviews
Dubrovnik Panorama tour
Dubrovnik Panorama tour
Dubrovnik

Great introduction to the city, with panoramic views. Our guide, Ivan, was very knowledgeable and informative.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Korčula Buggy Safari
Korčula Buggy Safari
Korčula

Really a fun experience led by our fantastic guide, Bronco.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Oct 27, 2025

Dear Mr. William,
Thank you so much for your kind words and a 5-star review- it means a lot! It was such a pleasure to plan your trip, and I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed every part of it, especially the buggy tour in Korčula.
When you have such wonderful guests as you and your friends, everything naturally falls into place and becomes a perfect experience.
I hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back to Croatia again soon!
Best
Tina

Striking a balance between worldly exploration and vacation-mode relaxation!
Croatia | Aug 24 - Sep 6, 2025

Stephanie
Stephanie J.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 07, 2025
Tina did a great job first collecting what memories and experiences would make up the ideal vacation for my husband and I. She helped us plan a curated agenda across different cities in Croatia and also Montenegro. The itinerary was a combination of fan favorites like Diocletian's Palace in Split, the new-ish cable car in Kotor, and old town Dubrovnik walking tours. During high season she made personalized transfers (drivers and even a customized high-speed boat ride where we were the... Read more

Tina did a great job first collecting what memories and experiences would make up the ideal vacation for my husband and I. She helped us plan a curated agenda across different cities in Croatia and also Montenegro.

The itinerary was a combination of fan favorites like Diocletian's Palace in Split, the new-ish cable car in Kotor, and old town Dubrovnik walking tours. During high season she made personalized transfers (drivers and even a customized high-speed boat ride where we were the only ones in charge!). These transfers offered really nice downtime for us, a welcome break from navigating the busy streets and overcrowded attractions. Plus they were SEAMLESS - I didn't have any difficulties finding the people and getting transported to the next place. Overall we went to Zagreb, Plitvice Lakes/Split, Korcula, Kotor (Montenegro), and Dubrovnik over 2 weeks. The pacing was great, we didn't feel rushed and got a sense of each location before moving on. We also didn't feel like we wasted a ton of time just getting from place to place - there was plenty of downtime to just let things happen.

Swimming around the Peljesac peninsula the morning of our journey from Split to the island Korcula was a top experience for me - it was so quiet and our guide, Dino, was very open about sharing his experience growing up in a family of olive growers/olive oil producers. Our walking tour guide, Albert, in Dubrovnik did the best job explaining the complexities of living in Croatia, the politics of relatively new countries, and the impact of tourism. All of the hotels selected were boutique in nature and had great amenities - my favorite was the Villa Filaus in Dubrovnik, though! Great location and such character plus the woman running the boutique hotel, Anita, was a DELIGHT to welcome us.

Tina, thank you for planning a wonderful trip! Supremely enjoyable, relaxing, and informative this trip was indulgent and we will remember it for a long, long time! You really thought of EVERYTHING. You curated the best people to help us along our way - so courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful!

Hotel Reviews
Amadria Park Hotel Capital
Zagreb

The most gorgeous dining room with high wooden ceilings and nice decorations, plus the buffet was the best out of all the places we stayed in Croatia. The staff were very helpful, pointing us in directions of places we wanted to go.

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The odd shape of the room gave a nice view out the window, but also a strangely designed (tiny) bathroom.
Aminess Korčula Heritage Hotel
Korčula

Stunning water front location convenient to every shop and restaurant you could want. This hotel has a majestic air and there are a lot of pictures of it from the past as a kind of waterfront legacy. It is a great place for people watching.

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The world's smallest bathroom which is odd considering how abundant the rest of the hotel felt - my knees hit the towel warmer/rack and I'm not a tall person (5'5") - hopefully it was just the room we had, ocean view suite. Stunning view, but tiniest bathroom.
Villa Filaus

A beautiful villa (and hopefully you get a balcony) plopped right in the middle of a great location, easy walking distance to the beach via the promenade full of casual restaurants. I loved the hotel manager, Anita, who warmly greeted us and showed us where to go with a prepared map. She is so sweet and kind - you can tell she loves her job! This place has big rooms, good air conditioning, and is quiet given there are only a few units. The small pool and loungers are all you need for sunbathing and reading a good book outside. The espresso machines (with bottomless pods) were a nice way to start each day, too!

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I loved loved loved the hotel manager, Anita, who warmly greeted us and showed us where to go with a prepared map. She is so sweet and kind - you can tell she loves her job!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are super clean, plenty of fresh towels including beach/pool towels already in each room and a dry rack on the balcony with clothes clips for bathing suits to dry. Every detail is thought of ahead of time!
Activity Reviews
 Orjen Hiking Tour with Food Tasting in a Stone Village
Orjen Hiking Tour with Food Tasting in a Stone Village
Montenegro

I liked the hotel pickup especially considering that Kotor is such a busy place with crowds of people, our guide, Igor, was easy to find.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We did get off the trail a few times having to double back when we were hiking Orjen. If I had known it was such a strenuous hike I might have either selected an easier one or skipped it entirely / asked to modify it down, because I was wearing sneakers but even the sneakers were not adequate for the rockiness (true hiking boots would have been better and there was no way I was going to take up luggage space in my suitcase for one outing).
Transport
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Private Guided Walking Tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik

The flow of the places we visited with the educational pieces was done very well. We covered a ton of topics in a short period of time. I loved going to the hidden spots and the quieter spots away from the main areas. Our guide, Albert, had a very eloquent and beautiful way of speaking that drew us in completely! Having grown up in the area he was able to share all the changes he experienced and I appreciated how honest and thorough his answers were to all of our many questions.

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Korčula island Food & Drink Tasting Tour
Korčula island Food & Drink Tasting Tour
Korčula

Loved Rachael and this tour - she took her time with each stop and we filled an afternoon! She had developed deep relationships with each of the business owners at the honey shop, Bire winery, and the homestead. The best was these places were not SALESY at all. Sometimes as a tourist you just want a little space to enjoy the experience and the moment. I could tell Rachael, our guide, has a genuine appreciation for the culture of the place especially as an expat.

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Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Sep 09, 2025

Dear Stephanie,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that your journey through Croatia and Montenegro was everything you hoped for—and more.
I’m so glad the local people, the seamless transfers, and the well-paced itinerary all added to the experience. Hearing that the trip felt indulgent, informative, and supremely enjoyable truly means the world to me.

Thank you for being such relaxed, open, and wonderful travelers. As I mentioned earlier, everyone who had the pleasure of meeting you had only the best things to say!

best,
Tina

Amazing trip to Croatia put together by Tina
Croatia | Jul 23 - Aug 3, 2025

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Sandy K.
Rochester, MN | Reviewed on Aug 04, 2025

Amazing trip put together by Tina. She was so receptive and planned a wonderful trip for my daughter and I. She checked in on us frequently and everything went perfectly! Can't say enough positive things!

Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Aug 06, 2025

Dear Sandy,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful trip. It was truly a pleasure working with you, and I’m so happy everything went perfectly.
Wishing you many more memorable journeys and happy moments on the road ahead. I’m sending you all my very best!
Tina

Tina

Amazing week in Croatia
Croatia | Sep 9 - Sep 16, 2024

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Mary-Ellen P.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2024
Our visit to Croatia was amazing. Our organiser, Tina, created the perfect itinerary for our week travelling from Zagreb to Dubrovnik. The entire week was seemless, from our first transfer to Split via Plitvice Lakes. The private tour guides in Plitvice Lakes and Dubrovnik were amazing. Every transfer from multiple ferry trips, car transfers and cable cars happened without any hiccups. Our hotel accommodation in every port was perfect, especially the beautiful Hilton in Dubrovnik. To be... Read more

Our visit to Croatia was amazing. Our organiser, Tina, created the perfect itinerary for our week travelling from Zagreb to Dubrovnik. The entire week was seemless, from our first transfer to Split via Plitvice Lakes. The private tour guides in Plitvice Lakes and Dubrovnik were amazing. Every transfer from multiple ferry trips, car transfers and cable cars happened without any hiccups. Our hotel accommodation in every port was perfect, especially the beautiful Hilton in Dubrovnik. To be located only 100 metres from the Old Town made our visit so easy and enjoyable. We had an amazing day on a jet boat tour in Hvar which was one of our favourite activities on our month long holiday. in Europe. This perfect week was made possible by Tina’s creation of the perfect itinerary. I would definitely recommend KimKim and especially Tina. Mary-Ellen and Adrian

Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Oct 08, 2024

Dear Mary-Ellen,
I just wanted to say it here, again that you guys are truly amazing. Your laid-back approach to the planning process was awesome, and I really appreciate your relaxed and kind communication.
Your trust means a lot to me, and I'm so grateful for your kind words and the beautiful 5-star review. I wish you both even more fantastic vacations and send you my best from Croatia!
Tina

A Croatian sailing and history experience that exceeded our expectations!
Croatia | Sep 3 - Sep 12, 2024

Warren Ben
Warren Ben S.
Denver, NC, USA | Reviewed on Sep 15, 2024
We firstly want to acknowledge how absolutely wonderful it was working with Tina over the months of planning. She was very patient with our needs and questions. We were extremely happy with the hotels she selected, the tours/excursions that she booked, and the overall sailing experience that we sought. While we were in the country, Tina was in daily contact, and we were able to make some adjustments in a timely fashion. The KimKim chat feature was easy to use everywhere. We found this... Read more

We firstly want to acknowledge how absolutely wonderful it was working with Tina over the months of planning. She was very patient with our needs and questions. We were extremely happy with the hotels she selected, the tours/excursions that she booked, and the overall sailing experience that we sought. While we were in the country, Tina was in daily contact, and we were able to make some adjustments in a timely fashion. The KimKim chat feature was easy to use everywhere.

We found this section of the Dalmatian Coast beautiful and welcoming. The people that we encountered were all friendly and spoke English well enough that we were never lost. The Croatian areas of Split, the islands of Hvar, Vis, and Korcula, and Dubrovnik were very special. The history of that area is very interesting, and we learned a lot from our tour guides and our sailing boat captain.

The sailboat experience out of Hvar, including the owner/captain James, was all that we had hoped that it would be. the weather didn't cooperate for some of the days, but we made the most of it. I would highly recommend James and his 43' Grand Soliel boat to anyone who wants that kind of sailing adventure.

The hotels that we used were 4-star properties and each of them were unique. They were independent properties, not part of a large chain. All of the staff in each of the four hotels were friendly and helpful. The buffet breakfasts were more than sufficient. We think that the favorite hotels were the Piazza Heritage Hotel in Split and the Villa Filaus in Dubrovnik. The locations of all 4 hotels was ideal to our needs.

We really liked and appreciated the transfer services that met us at each new stop and took us and our luggage to the hotels. The services that we had in Dubrovnik were particularly good and very conversational. We learned much about the area as well as the local customs from these drivers. They were very professional.

In summary, we would absolutely consider using KimKim travel services in any future planning of international travel!

Hotel Reviews
Villa Filaus

This is a beautiful property in an historic building. The room was very spacious, with an outside covered patio to extend the area. The grounds of this hotel are extensive as well. It is very conveniently located just a few steps from the Promenade that runs all the way down to the sea at Sunset Beach. The Villa is owned and managed by the Hotel More, an upscale property at the waters edge on the Promenade. The breakfast is served in a Pizzeria restaurant about 5 minutes walk down the Promenade. Security is very good, with both the front entrance door and each room door protected by an electronic code device.

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Hotel Korsal
Korčula

This hotel is in an excellent location for walking into town, yet being away from the hustle-bustle of the Old Town. the room was spacious and the views of the bay out of the windows were beautiful. The staff was very helpful and friendly, both on the front desk and in the dining room. The cushions of the sofa kept sliding forward, which was a bit annoying. the duvet cover for sleeping could have been about 12" wider, since it did not go over the edges of the bed and so while sleeping, your body would be partially uncovered as your sleeping partner pulled the duvet over to cover themselves.

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Beach Bay Hvar
Hvar

This hotel has an excellent location near the boat landings and with a very nice waterfront view. The rating reflects that the bathroom area is smaller than we would prefer and it had no counter space. The breakfast buffet was by far the nicest of the four hotels that we visited.

Piazza Heritage Hotel
Split

This is a beautiful hotel property in an historic building. The location is excellent, being close to the Palace and also to the Riva area. The room was spacious and well kept. The flooring and fixtures seemed to be very newly refreshed. The desk staff was very helpful and spoke excellent English.

Authenticity & Character
It is in an historic building yet felt new
Location
Very close to the entrance plaza of the Diocletian Palace and also to the waterfront Riva
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Tina Rajkovic
Tina
Tina Rajkovic
Local specialist in Rijeka, Croatia | Replied on Sep 18, 2024

Dear Snyders,

Thank you so much for your awesome 5-star review! Your feedback means a lot to me and the kimkim community.
I had such a great time working with you on this trip.
Creating fun and beautiful moments for you was a blast, and I really appreciate your trust.
Our communication has been super pleasant from the start, and I'm genuinely thrilled that everything went as planned.
I wish you nothing but the best, and many more great sailing trips!
Best from Croatia,
Tina