Dubrovnik in Croatia is well known as a mecca for tourists in the busy summer months. However, as NICOLE CROWLEY discovers, the low-season offers a unique opportunity to discover the cities hidden gems, without the crowds.

Sun, swim, sleep, eat, repeat – it doesn’t get any better than a summer sailing on Croatia’s Dalmatian coast.

What do you get when you mix together some of the most beautiful islands in the world, the refreshing and majestic Adriatic Sea, and a boatload of party-people sailors? BRONWYN SPENCER found out with eight days around the magical Croatian coastline.

TRAVEL DEALS | Marvel at the wonders of ancient Egypt and the incredible Great Wall of China, or jump on a yacht and sail the coast of Croatia with this week’s travel deals.

Croatia‘s popularity as a European summer sailing destination continues to grow year on year as more and more travellers are discovering the country’s charms.

From European continental highlights to Greek Island hopping and Oktoberfest, Contiki have some great late deals for every budget.