Valamar Hotels & Resorts

Enveloped in glorious scenery, the Valamar Club Tamaris (http://www.valamar.com/club-tamaris-porec/) family resort is perfectly located next to the beautiful beaches of the Lanterna peninsula. Just a few minutes drive away, the bewitching town of Poreč holds many treasures worthy of exploration. Designed to enhance the... radiant light of the region, spacious modern rooms deliver stunning vistas across the sparkling Adriatic Sea, lush parklands and gorgeous coastline. Bordered by the fragrance and colour of Mediterranean plants and flowers three outdoor pools offers a choice of refreshing options. Cool off from the summer sun, massage your cares away in the whirlpool or work off any indulgences swimming against the counter-current. Reward your palate with a choice of places to dine then linger on the terrace with a glass in hand and be awed by the fiery sunset. Read More

Shaded by lush pine forests cloaking the St. Andrea peninsula, the Castor Hotel (http://www.valamar.com/castor-hotel-rabac/) is the perfect getaway for families and those seeking secluded relaxation close to Mother Nature. Each room and studio apartment offers dazzling views across Rabac Bay or the myriad of colours in... the surrounding parklands. When it comes to gastronomy, skilled chefs excel at creating delicious Croatian cuisine alongside international dishes in the hotel’s show-cooking restaurant. Two terrace bars provide scenic spots for a refreshing drink and awe-inspiring views. But there’s certainly a lot more to do than gaze at the scenery. The hotel is just steps away from a succession of pristine white pebble beaches where you can soak up the sun or join in the watersports activities.Read More

Smoked ham (pršut) is the top product of the Istrian culinary tradition and a measurement unit for anything good, for all sins of the palate. Smoked ham is considered to be a product of top excellence and people in Istria call it vijulin, meaning a violin. It owes its royal status to the taste, scent, colour and precis...e softness, i.e. freshness, and although some of those elements are very refined, the gourmets always recognize them. The quality is in the sweetness, softness and aroma. In its honour, the Tinjan County organizes the traditional International Smoked Ham (Pršut) Fair (ISAP).Read More