Istria is second on the list of 10 most desirable destinations for 2011.

 

In front of the magic of Istria, was the only Egyptian Sinai, and behind it they found the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, the U.S. West Coast and Chilean Patagonia.

Istra is presented through its rich cultural heritage, gastronomy, ideal climatic conditions during most of the year, festivals and events, and many specific attractions such as Brioni, hunting for truffles in Motovun, Buzet and tasting of olive oil and wine  in the indigenous Istrian cellars.

In addition, Istra offers its guests superb anti-stress music therapy, color and aromatherapy, bath and sauna, wellness center, icy pool, solarium and a variety of other medical applications and cosmetic treatments.

This selection of Istria by Lonely Planet draws special attention to Croatia for the second time this year after it was writing about the "hot trends" for Croatia and announced that it is more popular than ever and becoming increasingly popular destination for world-famous star!