Why the shoulder seasons work
May, June, September and October are warm enough for the sea and quieter in the old towns. Prices for villas and yachts are usually lower than in July and August, and hosts have more time for you.
The food calendar
Autumn is truffle season in Istria, with the white truffle the prize. It is also harvest and olive-picking time. Spring is good for oysters in Ston and for walking in the hills before the heat.
Winter
Zagreb’s Advent season is lively, and Opatija’s mild winters suit quiet stays and off-season meetings. Many island hotels close, so winter journeys focus on cities, Istria and Kvarner.
What to check
Opening dates for hotels, restaurants and island services, and the sea temperature if swimming matters to you.
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