It wasn't long ago that only the most intrepid non-European travelers made it to Croatia, although Europeans have known it's a fabulous vacation destination for years. These days, however, everyone's visiting this beautiful country, and there are lots of Croatia vacation rentals to prove it.

Croatia is vaguely the shape of an upside-down U, and its western side is all coastline and islands. This country is blessed with not only more UNESCO World Heritage sites than you could even hope to visit in one trip, it's also home to stunning beaches along the Adriatic Sea. Croatians like to brag that the Italians on the other side of the Adriatic come all the way to Croatia to go swimming, because the water is so much cleaner and prettier. Whether or not that's true, there's no denying the sheer beauty of the coastline. And lucky for you, there are tons of Croatia vacation rentals in the towns running up and down the water.

In addition to the gorgeous coastlines of Dalmatia and Istria, there are also Roman ruins to see, charming towns and villages to explore, historic cities, and amazing lakes and parks full of towering layered waterfalls - and you'll be able to see much of that from a well-placed vacation rental in Croatia. Plus, this is a great destination if you like sailing, diving, cycling, rafting, fishing, golf or kayaking. You may also see the occasional advertisement for "naturists" to come to Croatia - the other word you might know for "naturists" is "nudists."

Most of the vacation rentals in Croatia are located near the water, as it's the most popular area for foreign visitors as well as the Croatians themselves to spend their holidays. There are different styles and sizes of vacation properties, from cozy apartments to more spacious detached homes, so you'll be able to find just the one to suit your travel needs.

For more information on visiting this beautiful country, be sure to check out the Croatia Travel Guide.