Croatia, nestled in the Balkans, has resurfaced as a premier European travel spot since the culmination of its War of Independence in the late 1990s. With an array of medieval cities and historical sites, Croatia’s true allure lies in its breathtaking natural wonders, including the cascading Plitvice Lakes, the pristine Adriatic coast, and its bevy of idyllic islands.Stroll through the cobblestone streets of Dubrovnik, the crown jewel of Croatian tourism, as its walled old town spectacularly extends into the cerulean sea. Venture further up the coast to encounter Split, where the Roman Emperor Diocletian once established his retreat over a millennium ago.