March 31, 2021 - With the summer of 2021 fast approaching, European Best Destinations has set up a ranking of the best countries to visit in 2021.

Due to a variety of landscapes, climates, history, and cultures, Europe is the number one tourist destination in the world. The European continent consists of over 40 incredible destinations, it can get a bit tough when making a decision. Whether you're in the mood for a nature holiday in Croatia, island hopping in Greece, or a cultural trip in Turkey, the traveler's favorite European destinations of 2021 have them all. 

Croatia has recently been featured as number five in Europe's Top 10 Countries, the Best Countries to Visit in Europe in 2021. The European Best Destinations (EBD) featured Croatia as one of the best all-around destinations in Europe, where tourists can enjoy incredible scenery, beautiful beaches, and hikes for the best views.  Among Croatia, other countries which made the list are Portugal, France, Greece, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Germany, Austria, and Ireland. 

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Croatia is considered one of the safest destinations in Europe due to its preventative measures and a fairly low number of COVID-19 cases. As the country has managed to implement successful health measures while still allowing and welcoming tourists, it's no surprise that Croatia was featured as number five in EBD's Top 10 Countries to Visit in 2021. 

As EBD reports, Croatia is a wealthy country that offers travelers the guarantee of an exceptional holiday. You can find some of the greatest diversity of landscapes in the European continent with forests, countryside, hills, beaches, islands, and mountains of rare beauty all in one place. Tourists from all over the world fall in love with this country, its history, its beauty, and its exceptional charm. Dive into the pure waters of Croatia, discover its 1,000 islands, and enjoy the breathtaking landscape. In case you're feeling like more of a hinterland holiday, you can also venture and discover exceptional hills, mountains, and forests all within your reach. 

Croatia is a breathtaking destination where you'll never get bored. From a city trip to Zagreb, island hopping, and exploring, Croatia is your ideal holiday. Even though it is mostly known for its clear waters and stunning beaches, Croatia is also ideal for green holidays. Explore the side of Croatia which not a lot of tourists get to experience and have nice walks in its beautiful parks. Don't forget to enjoy its mouthwatering gastronomy, and try out all the local dishes! 

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March 8, 2021 – While the European Union is deciding on introducing COVID passports, some travel portals are already making lists of the best destinations for people who got vaccinated. One such list created by the European Best Destinations portal included Cavtat among the 15 best European destinations for vaccinated travelers.

The Croatian town of Cavtat has recently been nominated for the best European destination and won third place. However, this time, it has found its position on the list of the 15 best European destinations, but for vaccinated travelers. Namely, the European Best Destinations (EBD) has listed Cavtat among the 15 best European destinations for vaccinated travelers, as destination travelers will most likely be able to visit.

As EBD reports, Cavtat is considered one of the safest destinations in Europe due to a low number of COVID-19 cases and proximity to airports (in case of repatriation) and hospitals. Also, the authorities' health measures and a wide range of accommodation options favor Cavtat's title of one of the safest European destinations.

As EBD calls it, this precious key will open the doors to a country renowned for its hospitality, gastronomy, sun, natural wonders, and magnificent beaches. Cavtat is, therefore, perfect to recharge batteries, enjoy good restaurants, meet locals, stroll around, or bathe in the crystal blue waters of the Konavle region.

Cavtat is once again in the chosen company of European destinations, among them: Tbilisi – the capital of Georgia, Portuguese Madeira and the Azores, Greek Rethymno, Kefalonia, Rhodes, Kos, and Athens, Iceland, Spanish Seville and the Canary Islands, Copenhagen and Rubjerg Knude of Denmark, and the Swedish capital Stockholm.

The European Union is currently working on introducing the so-called COVID passport, and some European countries have already recognized it. Numerous European countries have announced that they will make it easier for vaccinated travelers and tourists to enter their country.

However, Croatia has not yet officially responded to the topic of COVID passports. The Croatian media have recently learned that Croatian politics generally supports all efforts that will result in easier border crossings, but only if it will not be discriminatory towards citizens. Therefore, Croatia will support COVID passports only if it would not be mandatory for passengers.

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January 25, 2021 – Croatian city Cavtat is among the 20 nominated destinations to win the title of the best European destination 2021.

The European organization Best European Destinations (EBD) organized the selection for the best European destination this year, and the Croatian city of Cavtat is among the 20 nominated European destinations on the list, reports the National Croatian Tourist Board.

Apart from Cavtat, the southernmost Croatian city, the destinations chosen this year are Vienna, Rome, Kefalonia, Paris, Lofoten, Canary Islands, Gibraltar, Capri, Cornwall, Dordogne river valley, Tahiti, Soča river valley, Tubingen, Cappadocia, Ghent, Kotor, Sibiu, Braga, and Florence.

If you would like Cavtat to win the best European destination title, you can vote online via this link from January 20 to February 10, 2021. Voting can be done once in seven days.

Also, following the situation with the coronavirus in Europe, EBD grants the right to use the logo "European Safest Destinations 2021" to destinations with an extremely low incidence of COVID-19. Given the good epidemiological situation from the beginning of the pandemic, Cavtat received this valuable label, i.e., help and tools to promote the destination.

As a reminder, the European Best Destinations portal is a European organization based in Brussels, and the main organization's activities include the promotion of European culture and tourism. Addressing the audience through online channels, the portal has an essential role in promoting Europe as the number one destination globally. It also offers tourist information for more than 355 European destinations.

Five years ago, the Croatian city of Zadar won the title of the best European destination in this selection, while other Croatian destinations have repeatedly been included on the nominates' list. This is not the first nomination for Cavtat either. Namely, in 2019, Cavtat took eighth place in the same selection. The European Best Destinations portal then described Cavtat as "a real gem" and "one of the most attractive destinations on the Adriatic coast" due to its rich cultural and historical heritage, as well as offered services for tourists, and its gastronomy.

Last year, out of Croatian destinations, the city of Rijeka was nominated for the best European destination, and in the end, it took eighth place on the list. Three years ago, the Croatian island of Hvar took a high fourth place on this same list.

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