Exclusive Picks
Beyond the Obvious: 10 Exclusive Picks You Won’t Find in Any Tourist Brochure
19.05.2025.
Some places are beautiful.
Others? They’re unforgettable—but only if you know where to look.
This week, we’re pulling back the curtain to reveal 10 exclusive picks across Croatia that locals love and travelers rarely discover.
Start in Zagreb, where a secret rooftop garden above a vintage bookstore hosts a jazz brunch every Sunday. The password? Ask the owner downstairs.
In Šibenik, wander past the cathedral and down a narrow alley. A tiny gallery with no sign showcases local abstract artists. Each piece is for sale, but only if you can interpret the story behind it.
Split’s Marjan Hill has a hidden viewpoint locals call “The Edge.” It’s not on the map, but if you find the stone steps near the third bench, you’re on your way.
Hop on a ferry to Lastovo, where a family-run konoba serves grilled octopus caught just two hours before your dinner. No menu, no website—just word-of-mouth magic.
Rijeka’s Tunnel Bar, deep beneath the city streets, now hosts secret techno sessions with only 50 guests. Entry is by invitation only, but if you ask the right bartender... you didn’t hear it from us.
Fancy something slow? In Motovun, one cottage offers private truffle-hunting tours followed by an outdoor feast under fig trees. You’ll feel like royalty.
Zadar’s Barkajoli boatmen still ferry locals across the harbor—but if you smile and chat, they’ll tell you ancient stories passed from grandfather to grandson. Priceless.
Up in Gorski Kotar, there’s a forest trail marked by wooden symbols. It ends at a glacial spring where the water is said to “reset” your spirit.
On Krk, an abandoned monastery on the cliffs is accessible only by kayak. Early mornings are mystical—fog, birdsong, and absolute silence.
Wrap up in Dubrovnik, but forget the walls. Instead, book a sunrise paddle to Lokrum with a guide who’ll take you to the cave where Richard the Lionheart is rumored to have landed.
These aren’t just places—they’re feelings.
Moments.
Stories that stay long after your suitcase is unpacked.
So skip the obvious this week.
Go exclusive.
The memories will be even sweeter for it.
🗝️ 2. Handpicked Secrets: 7 Rare Experiences to Savor This Week
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Let’s face it—sometimes the best things aren’t on the itinerary.
They’re whispered by locals, stumbled upon in alleyways, or experienced when you least expect them.
This week, we’ve selected 7 exclusive picks that redefine what it means to explore.
In Cres, a hidden path through the olive groves leads to a sea cave with natural acoustics. Sing—or just sit. The echo is healing.
Zagorje is home to a private vineyard where, for one night this week only, guests can dine among the vines by candlelight.
On Korčula, there’s a man who carves traditional moreska swords by hand. His workshop is open to those who ask politely.
In Trogir, a pop-up dinner is taking place inside a medieval tower. Five courses, one long table, and an unforgettable night.
Mljet’s inland salt lake is the setting for a floating yoga class—peaceful, powerful, and completely surreal.
Looking for something cozy? In Vrbnik, a woman bakes ancient recipes from her grandmother’s cookbook. Just follow the cinnamon smell.
And in Pula, one narrow alleyway features a rotating light art installation that only appears after 9 PM. Blink and you’ll miss it.
These experiences aren’t on your map.
They’re on your must.
Ready to make this week unforgettable?
