truffle hunting with an expert and his two dogs near the hillside town of Motovun (in Croatia).” TRAVEL TIPS: “Keep Euro coins on hand when traveling throughout the Balkans – all restrooms ...

Croatia is awash with thermal springs ... Surrounded by the forests of Motovun guests can entertain themselves with hiking, water sports, swimming, bike riding and climbing.

RECOMMENDED: More great destinations in Croatia. When it comes to Christmas ... For a quiet, contemplative kind of sojourn, Motovun is a charming blend of rolling hills and crumbling old streets.