Croatia holidays 'ideal for unwinding'

People who are hoping to escape the stress and strain of modern-day life this year have been urged to consider an Adriatic cruise or a similar trip along Croatia's Dalmatian coast.

In an article titled 'secret Europe', the Daily Mail identified some of the continent's leading destinations for travellers seeking to unwind and leave their day-to-day worries behind.

Writer Paul Oswell revealed that the Dalmatian coast is "tourist-friendly - and for good reason".

People planning a Croatia sailing holiday can visit the Makarska riviera, which was described as "a great resort for lolling about" on "fantastic beaches" and is also home to the Plitvice Lakes National Park.

The article also recommended the Istrian peninsula in the west of the country, which is home to attractions including the Rovinj amphitheatre and other examples of Roman architecture in Pula.

Those who choose to visit Dubrovnik or Split during a Croatia sailing holiday were informed that they can also see a "wealth of attractions, both historic and modern".