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Alivia Travel DMC (formerly Croatique)

Alivia Travel (formerly Croatique) is a boutique travel company that focuses mostly on individual and small-group luxury travel and is run by a highly skilled team of former tour leaders and agents. We coordinate a network of partners that have been in business for more than 25 years.

We understand that everyone has a distinct vision, passions, and interests, so we are deeply focused on providing an authentic experience while keeping in mind that every traveler is an individual with different character and desires.

Our trips are carefully tailored by our travel magicians in the office and operated by the most professional and experienced staff. We strive to provide our clients with a unique, personalized, and authentic experience of Croatia and beyond.

Alivia Travel DMC (formerly Croatique) is part of the following groups: Croatia Travel Agents, Montenegro Travel Agents, Slovenia Travel Agents

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Amazing trip seeing the highlights of Croatia!!
Croatia | Oct 19 - Oct 29, 2024

Christy
Christy W.
Solon, OH | Reviewed on Nov 06, 2024
We had an absolutely amazing vacation in Croatia! Our travel agent, Antonia ( and her assistant, Sara )were so helpful and truly made our travel so enjoyable and carefree! We wanted to see the highlights of Croatia and Antonia and Sara developed an itinerary where we visited 6 places in Croatia plus a day trip to Montenegro!
The "Trips Plans" app that we downloaded to our phones before we left the states was very helpful. A great way to be able to review our itinerary on a daily...
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We had an absolutely amazing vacation in Croatia! Our travel agent, Antonia ( and her assistant, Sara )were so helpful and truly made our travel so enjoyable and carefree! We wanted to see the highlights of Croatia and Antonia and Sara developed an itinerary where we visited 6 places in Croatia plus a day trip to Montenegro!
The "Trips Plans" app that we downloaded to our phones before we left the states was very helpful. A great way to be able to review our itinerary on a daily basis! And such an added bonus that Antonia and Sara would message us every evening to make sure we were set for the following day!!

We had a wonderful group of guides! A couple in particular that we felt went above and beyond to make our experience special were:
Ivana - our guide at Plitvice Lakes Park - she truly gave us a wonderful tour and she had so much knowledge about the park.
Grgo - we loved our day on the island of Hvar! Our guide, Grgo drove us around the island allowing us to visit many of the small villages on the island and it was a highlight to visit his family owned winery, enjoying the wine along with a home cooked lunch!
Mirna - Our tour guide in Split! She was very knowledgeable on the history of Split and the Diocletian Palace.

Hotel Reviews
Amadria Park Hotel Capital
Zagreb

We were greeted warmly as we arrived to the hotel and this was nice as we were definitely tired from the long flights from the states. Wonderful breakfast the following morning!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Only a short walk into town and the main square in Zagreb with restaurants and shops!
Staff
Ivana at the front desk greeted us with drinks and chocolates when we arrived - Nice touch!!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bastion Heritage Hotel—Relais & Châteaux
Zadar

A wonderful small boutique hotel with a nice view from our hotel room. The front desk lady ( I don't remember her name though) was very helpful. She provided me with a package of throat lozenges and hot tea as I was feeling the affects of our long travel day to Croatia! She went above and beyond to make us feel welcome to Zadar!

Authenticity & Character
Small Boutique with personal service!
Location
Super close to walk to the Sea Organ for the Sunset and the restaurants and historic sights in Zadar!
Staff
The front desk lady - see above!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Ambasador
Split

The Hotel Ambassador was truly our favorite hotel. The service was wonderful! And the view from our hotel room was amazing!! We had a wonderful balcony looking out at the Sea where we were able to enjoy a drink with the beautiful view!! Niksa ( a server at breakfast) helped to make our mornings wonderful as we enjoyed the delicious breakfast! The special breakfast items that could be ordered ( not on the buffet) were delicious!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Perfect location to walking to the Palace, many restaurants and the nightlife in Split!!
Staff
See above on my notes about Niksa ( Breakfast server).
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our hotel room had wonderful amentities!! And the rooms were very spacious! Loved our view from our hotel room balcony!!And our king size bed looked out to the Sea!! Beautiful!!
Aminess Korčula Heritage Hotel
Korčula

We loved the small and quaint island of Korcula, but the Aminess Korcula Heritage Hotel is very tired and needs to be renovated! The rooms are extremely small and the bathroom shower is way too small! I would suggest guests are not booked at this hotel until the renovation can be completed!

Authenticity & Character
The hotel needs to be renovated!
Location
Location is great - perfect for walking around the quaint island!
Staff
The front desk staff were very welcoming and although the hotel is tired looking, the staff helped to make our experience at the hotel enjoyable!
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel needs to be renovated- bathroom ( shower) is way too small!!
Hotel More
Dubrovnik

Beautiful hotel with wonderful views from our hotel room as well as the Cave Bar! We actually enjoyed not staying in the walled city - It was only a 10 minute Uber ride from our hotel to the walled city. We went to the walled city to walk the walls as well as for dinner one evening when we were in Dubrovnik. The hotel is confusing though to navigate the floors for the hotel rooms, breakfast, etc. It took us a couple days before we understood the layout of the hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful views
Location
Very convenient and easy to get an uber ride from the hotel to Dubrovnik's walled city.
Staff
The hotel staff could have done a better job of showing us the pool, hot tub and restaurant location. It took us some time to navigate the hotel property.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel rooms were very spacious and the views from our hotel room balcony was wonderful!
Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština

Antonia was very responsive and helped answer...
Slovenia | Sep 27 - Oct 3, 2024

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Grant M.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2024
Antonia was very responsive and helped answer all my questions quickly. I was very impressed with the tour she put together and arranged to have us picked up in Budapest to start. We saw a lot of the country and had a great time. Highly recommend. Read more

Antonia was very responsive and helped answer all my questions quickly. I was very impressed with the tour she put together and arranged to have us picked up in Budapest to start. We saw a lot of the country and had a great time. Highly recommend.

Hotel Review
AS BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Ljubljana

Really nice hotel in a good location and friendly helpful staff

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Activity Review
Discover Bled Town and Enjoy Pletna Boat Ride
Discover Bled Town and Enjoy Pletna Boat Ride
Bled
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština
Antonia
Antonia Šutić Ljuština
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Nov 04, 2024

Hi Grant,

Thank you so much for your feedback!

I am happy to hear you enjoyed your trip to Slovenia, it's truly a beautiful country full of quaint little places to explore.

I hope we will get a chance to work together again, and I wish you many exciting adventures in the future!

Best,
Antonia

Nikola was amazing! He planned the absolute ...
Croatia | Sep 21 - Sep 28, 2024

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Tammie F.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Oct 05, 2024
Nikola was amazing! He planned the absolute perfect trip for us. Every detail was taken care of. We never had to think about transports to get anywhere, which was so great. The excursions he picked were top notch along with all the tour guides that he had for us. They gave us the true Crotia experience. We loved everything about Crotia and will definitely recommend KimKim to anyone who is traveling to Crotia. Read more

Nikola was amazing! He planned the absolute perfect trip for us. Every detail was taken care of. We never had to think about transports to get anywhere, which was so great. The excursions he picked were top notch along with all the tour guides that he had for us. They gave us the true Crotia experience. We loved everything about Crotia and will definitely recommend KimKim to anyone who is traveling to Crotia.

Hotel Reviews
Balatura Split Luxury Rooms
Split

Perfect location. The staff was so great to work with. Breakfasts were wonderful.

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Beach Bay Hvar
Hvar

Beautiful hotel right on the sea. Views were amazing. Steps to swimming in the sea. Had a great breakfast and staff was so good.

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Villa Malo More
Dubrovnik

Large big room in a separate building. Had a great view of the sea along with a nice big pool. The breakfast was amazing! This hotel was not located anywhere they we could walk to, but the views made up for that.

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Activity Review
Private Walking Tour of Split
Private Walking Tour of Split
Croatia

Ivana was amazing. She was so knowledgeable of the area and we learned a lot about Old City and the history of Split. It was a great first experience for us.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 14, 2024
Hi Tammie, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to give us your feedback!
It was so much fun planning this trip with you and Denise. The goal of the tours we offer is to help our travelers get a more local look at Croatia as well as to get to know its beauty and I’m happy you had a great time. I will gladly pass on your feedback to our local guides and to the rest of the team!
Kimkim is perfect for getting in touch with local experts and working together on a unique trip... Read more

Hi Tammie,

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to give us your feedback!
It was so much fun planning this trip with you and Denise. The goal of the tours we offer is to help our travelers get a more local look at Croatia as well as to get to know its beauty and I’m happy you had a great time. I will gladly pass on your feedback to our local guides and to the rest of the team!

Kimkim is perfect for getting in touch with local experts and working together on a unique trip tailored to your preferences – thank you for recommending Kimkim to your friends and hope you will visit Croatia again!

Wishing you all the best,
Nikola

Fabulous Trip to Croatia
Croatia | Sep 19 - Sep 24, 2024

Aleta
Aleta S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2024
Hi. We got back a week ago from Croatia and had a fabulous time. The logistics, hotels, tours and Nikola's personal help were all wonderful. In particular, the tour guides Nikola had arranged were knowledgeable, locals, and enthusiastic. Grgo on Hvar Island must have known every person we drove by and we ended in their family wine cellar eaten a lunch cooked by his mother. Thank you to KimKim and Nikola and we hope to do another trip with you soon. Cheers, Aleta Sherman Read more

Hi. We got back a week ago from Croatia and had a fabulous time. The logistics, hotels, tours and Nikola's personal help were all wonderful. In particular, the tour guides Nikola had arranged were knowledgeable, locals, and enthusiastic. Grgo on Hvar Island must have known every person we drove by and we ended in their family wine cellar eaten a lunch cooked by his mother. Thank you to KimKim and Nikola and we hope to do another trip with you soon. Cheers, Aleta Sherman

Hotel Reviews
Balatura Split Luxury Rooms
Split

We would have rated this much higher but got a dark little room on the first floor, next to reception area, that looked out on the eating area.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Don't get the room on the first floor.
Beach Bay Hvar
Hvar

Great hotel. Location one bay over from the main Hvar area, is ideal.

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Location
Staff
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Apartments More Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik
Authenticity & Character
Location
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Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 11, 2024

Hi Aleta,

I am so happy to hear you had a great time and thank you for leaving us a review!

We are very fortunate to have amazing local guides who share our vision of what kind of experiences we want to provide for our travelers, and I’ll be sure to pass on your comments to Grgo and the rest of the team! Kimkim is perfect for getting in touch with local experts and working together on a unique trip tailored to your preferences!

Working on this trip with you and Alden was truly a pleasure and I hope you will consider visiting Croatia again.

I wish you both all the best,
Nikola

Nikola was the best and we all highly recommend him!
Croatia | Sep 21 - Sep 28, 2024

Denise
Denise J.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024
Nikola came up with an amazing trip for my husband and I and our friends. We never worried about anything - it was all taken care of and Nikola was quick to respond with any questions we had. Our hotel accommodations were incredible and even more luxurious than I expected. He set up unique tours for us-the culinary experience in the Konavle region of Croatia (near Dubrovnik)being one of the most memorable. I would highly recommend Kimkim for your next vacation. Read more

Nikola came up with an amazing trip for my husband and I and our friends. We never worried about anything - it was all taken care of and Nikola was quick to respond with any questions we had. Our hotel accommodations were incredible and even more luxurious than I expected. He set up unique tours for us-the culinary experience in the Konavle region of Croatia (near Dubrovnik)being one of the most memorable. I would highly recommend Kimkim for your next vacation.

Hotel Review
Balatura Split Luxury Rooms
Split

Lovely little gem..with the most wonderful, accommodating staff. They made our stay very pleasurable.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 11, 2024
Hi Denise, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to write us such a lovely review! We always try our best to accommodate our traveler's wishes and make this trip as memorable as possible! I’m happy to hear that all of you were happy with the accommodation and tours! We are very fortunate to have amazing local guides who share our vision of what kind of experiences we want to provide for our travelers, and I’ll be sure to pass on your comments to all of them! It’s such a... Read more

Hi Denise,

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to write us such a lovely review!

We always try our best to accommodate our traveler's wishes and make this trip as memorable as possible! I’m happy to hear that all of you were happy with the accommodation and tours! We are very fortunate to have amazing local guides who share our vision of what kind of experiences we want to provide for our travelers, and I’ll be sure to pass on your comments to all of them!

It’s such a privilege to be able to introduce people to my home country and I do hope you will visit Croatia again.

It was great working with you and Tammie on this trip and I wish you both nothing but the best,
Nikola

Would recommend KimKim to anyone planning to travel abroad.
Slovenia | Sep 10 - Sep 20, 2024

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Laura H.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2024
Nikola was amazing to work with. His plans for us were perfect and met all of our expectations. All of our accommodations were very nice and his suggestions for activities and places to eat were spot on. He was also always available to answer questions we had. Very responsive. Read more

Nikola was amazing to work with. His plans for us were perfect and met all of our expectations. All of our accommodations were very nice and his suggestions for activities and places to eat were spot on. He was also always available to answer questions we had. Very responsive.

Activity Review
Horseback Riding Tour in Bohinj
Horseback Riding Tour in Bohinj
Slovenia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 11, 2024

Hi Laura,

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to write a review!

We take great pride in our work and our biggest reward is reading your feedback. Thank you for trusting me and Kimkim with your and Elizabeth's plans for visiting Slovenia. It was a privilege working with you both and I hope you will choose Slovenia and Croatia as your travel destinations again so we can work together once more!

Wishing you and Elizabeth all the best and who knows, maybe our paths cross again!
Nikola

From start to finish we had an incredible tri...
Croatia | Sep 16 - Sep 25, 2024

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Carol B.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Sep 26, 2024

From start to finish we had an incredible trip to Croatia. Antonia did a fantastic job with our trip plan. Every transfer and tour went off without a problem. Every driver, guide, tour/experience, and accomodation was phenominal! Croatia is such a beautiful country with warm, welcoming, and helpful people. I loved the small experiences that allowed us to get to know the guides and drivers and hear their stories. Antonia always made sure she was available if we needed anything at all. This was a trip we will not forget- Thank-you Antonia!

Local specialist: Antonia Šutić Ljuština
Antonia
Antonia Šutić Ljuština
Local specialist in Zagreb, Croatia | Replied on Oct 04, 2024

Hi Carol,
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave me a review! I’m so happy you had a great time in my home country and thank you so much for putting your trust in me and Kimkim! It was a true pleasure working with you and I sincerely hope that you will choose Croatia as your travel destination once more.
I wish you all the best!
Antonia

Awesome way to travel abroad!
Slovenia | Sep 10 - Sep 20, 2024

Elizabeth
Elizabeth S.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2024
Nikolas was a wonderful specialist. The planning process was easy, fun, accommodated our specific wants. The plan was very detailed including photos of accommodations and restaurant suggestions. (Tho we did do our own research for that). During the trip Nikola was available for and answered questions, provided next day guidance each day, suggested and scheduled alternatives when weather caused plan cancellations, and contacted drivers, etc if there was any potential issue at all. Nikola... Read more

Nikolas was a wonderful specialist. The planning process was easy, fun, accommodated our specific wants. The plan was very detailed including photos of accommodations and restaurant suggestions. (Tho we did do our own research for that). During the trip Nikola was available for and answered questions, provided next day guidance each day, suggested and scheduled alternatives when weather caused plan cancellations, and contacted drivers, etc if there was any potential issue at all. Nikola and his boss really helped with the process when we had accidental damage and the car company wanted us to sign that we agreed to pay for the damage instead of just the damage report itself. They worked it out for us and got the replacement car. 100% Recommend Nikola, KimKim and their travel planning.

Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 11, 2024
Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for your lovely review and for taking the time to write us one! The goal of our tours is to get you familiar with the local way of life while providing a smooth service and the best experiences and I’m glad to hear that our goal was achieved. I will be sure to pass on your comments to Antonia and to the rest of the team! Working on the trip with you was truly a pleasure and I’m very thankful you put your trust in me and Kimkim. I hope you will choose Slovenia and... Read more

Hi Elizabeth,

Thank you for your lovely review and for taking the time to write us one!

The goal of our tours is to get you familiar with the local way of life while providing a smooth service and the best experiences and I’m glad to hear that our goal was achieved. I will be sure to pass on your comments to Antonia and to the rest of the team! Working on the trip with you was truly a pleasure and I’m very thankful you put your trust in me and Kimkim.

I hope you will choose Slovenia and Croatia as your travel destinations again so we can work together once more.

Wishing you and Laura all the best and who knows, maybe our paths cross again!

Nikola did a fabulous job of planning the tri...
Slovenia | Sep 6 - Sep 15, 2024

Jon
Jon A.
Akron, OH | Reviewed on Sep 16, 2024
Nikola did a fabulous job of planning the trip and then touched base every day to make sure everything was fine. Read more

Nikola did a fabulous job of planning the trip and then touched base every day to make sure everything was fine.

Hotel Review
Kempinski Palace Portoroz
Piran

Beautiful hotel. The room was comfortable and actually had a side view of the sea. The breakfast buffet was excellent. The location was good as it was close to the promenade with good access to restaurants and bars.

Authenticity & Character
Just a. Rey nice hotel
Location
Lose to everything
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Hot Air Balloon Flight Over the Bled Lake
Hot Air Balloon Flight Over the Bled Lake
Slovenia

Great trip with beautiful views. You end the trip with a champagne toast.

Quality of Experience
I am afraid of heights , but I was mesmerized by the trip.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was amazing.
Transport
The balloon was very comfortable
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 11, 2024

Hi Jon,

Thank you for your kind words and wonderful review!

It means so much to me and our whole team when we achieve our goal of helping people make long-lasting memories! Working with you on your "father and son" trip to Slovenia was a pleasure and thank you all for trusting me and Kimkim with your plans.

I wish you all the best and who knows, maybe our paths cross again!

Best trip ever to Croatia.......
Croatia | Aug 11 - Aug 21, 2024

Heidi
Heidi M.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Sep 09, 2024
Hi we had the best time in Croatia. Nikola planned a wonderful trip for us and helped me zone in on what we wanted to see. There are so many options. Our goal was to island hop so we could experience the beaches and wonderful clear water and learn about the history of Croatia. In Split we met with Ivana who gave us the run down of the history there and then took us to Krka National Park. Great experience. We made it thru the park in record time which was ideal because of the heat and... Read more

Hi we had the best time in Croatia. Nikola planned a wonderful trip for us and helped me zone in on what we wanted to see. There are so many options. Our goal was to island hop so we could experience the beaches and wonderful clear water and learn about the history of Croatia. In Split we met with Ivana who gave us the run down of the history there and then took us to Krka National Park. Great experience. We made it thru the park in record time which was ideal because of the heat and crowds. The waterfalls are something to see. Split's history was awesome. After 3 days there we took a Catamaran to Hvar for beach time.... We had a wonderful speed boat day trip that included the Blue Cave, some swimming and dinner at a local restaurant. Food was excellent as well as the tour operators. Our trip to Starigrad on Hvar provided quite a bit of info on the local exports of wine and lavender. The Guide has is own winery -where we tasted their wines and discussed his bicycle touring company.. Another great local meal at a local restaurant. Then it was off to Korcula where we had independent time touring the downtown area, beaches and cafes. Our final stop was Dubrovnik, where another Ivana took us around the city. Amazing- awe inspiring fortress. Great food, history and overall experience. I recommend making a reservation at the Panorama Restaurant (accessible by cable car) for a great meal and excellent views. All our hotels were perfectly situated ....

Hotel Reviews
Heritage Hotel Santa Lucia
Split

Location, Location, Location.... right in the thick of it. Great Breakfast

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Location
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Beach Bay Hvar
Hvar

Wonderful location, right by the public beach. Very comfortable lounges with quick access to the beach. Location, Location, Location. Great Breakfast.

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Hotel Korsal
Korčula

Great location, close to public beach. Staff very friendly and breakfast was wonderful.

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Apartments More Dubrovnik Old Town
Dubrovnik

Nice apartment right off the main square. Included a yummy breakfast at a local restaurant. Management company was very helpful with maps and details of the city

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Activity Reviews
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Private Walking Tour of Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik

City is Amazing. Ivana provided so much historical information. It was a joy to spend the afternoon with her

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Walking Tour of Split
Private Walking Tour of Split
Croatia

Ivana, provided a great overview of the history and layout of the city

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Day Trip to Krka National Park & Šibenik
Private Day Trip to Krka National Park & Šibenik
Croatia

Ivana again was a god send. She took us thru the park navigating the crowds and seeing all the best the park had to offer

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands
Full Day Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands
Croatia

Great Guide. The best part of our trip. Truly enjoyed our day on the water. Swimming was great. Staff very friendly

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Half-Day Private Island of Hvar Tour (Afternoon)
Half-Day Private Island of Hvar Tour (Afternoon)
Croatia

Enjoyed our tour of Starigrad -learning about the wine and lavender trade of the island. Great wine tasting and local meal

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Nikola Vojvodić
Nikola
Nikola Vojvodić
Local specialist in Zagreb | Replied on Oct 04, 2024

Hi Heidi, hope you and Bill are doing well!
Thank you for taking the time to leave me such a lovely review! It means so much to me and our whole team when we achieve our goal of helping people make long-lasting memories in our beautiful country. It was a privilege working with you and thank you again for such kind words! We wish you all the best and hope you will visit our country again, it would be a privilege to host you here once more!