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Hotel W.A Mozart: Another Opatija hotel suggestion

Hotel W.A Mozart: Another Opatija hotel suggestion, Opatija

 ShannonCummins Says:  For a real treat I suggest Hotel W.A Mozart, this elegant boutique 5-star hotel is located in the center of Opatija, next to the main beach and all of the cultural and historical attractions. It might be on the opposite end of the street rather than the sea side; however it... 

Hotel Agava: Opatija has a variety of beautiful hotels

Hotel Agava: Opatija has a variety of beautiful hotels, Opatija

 ShannonCummins Says:  I had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful Hotel Agava. After my warm and welcoming check in I followed the bell boy who was managing my luggage for me to the two elevators past the front desk. My room was the on the third floor. Though my room did not have a sea or... 

Restaurants  

Le Mandrac: Local fresh seafood!

Le Mandrac: Local fresh seafood!, Opatija

 ShannonCummins Says:  Try “Le Mandrac” restaurant in Volosko, Opatija. With its outside seating facing the sea and its modern spacious interior, you’re sure to feel welcomed at Le Mandrac. The restaurant has an extensive wine list and the staff is very attentive without being overly so. Enjoy Le... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Be sure to bring your water booties!

Be sure to bring your water booties!, Opatija

 ShannonCummins Says:  Have you ever stepped on a sharp rock and sliced your foot open, or a sea urchin and its venomous needless? Well you won’t want to whilst your visiting any of the Dalmatian coast (including Opatija), that’s for sure. Be smart and stay safe, and its no fashion flop here! If... 

Bad Weather

Bad Weather, Opatija

 hquittner Says:  Especially in off-season(eg Nov-Mar)tourists on the otherwise balmy idyllic Dalmatian coast can be cursed by severe winds and/or drenching rains. Only the most relaxed itinerary can withstand this. Either stay at X another day (or 2) or plunge valiantly on.Our optional day... 

Is this a local specialty?

Is this a local specialty?, Opatija

 hquittner Says:  Our group of seniors arrived at the hotel (Millenium) from Slovenia without money. ATMs beckoned across the street. We flocked there with our credit cards and returned to the lobby for a briefing. While we were waiting one of our group discovered that her newly obtained kuna... 

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 Our group of seniors arrived at the hotel (Millenium) from Slovenia without money. ATMs beckoned across the street. We flocked there with our credit cards and... 

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Q:  My wife and I will visit Istria in May 2007. I plan to turn in our rental car in Opatija and take the train from Opatija to... 

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A: As far as I know, the train stops over in Matulji (near Opatija), approx 10 minutes after departing from Rijeka railway station.  

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Croatia’s oldest seaside resort

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 When approaching Opatija I was taken aback by the mountainous and coastal beauty combined. Everything was so green and the air was salty and sweet. It was mid October yet it felt similar to the middle... 

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Why Opatija?

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 O. (especially out of season-Nov,) is a dull resort Dalmatian Riviera town full of "empty" hotels which make deals with tour organizers to fill their rooms. Seniors who can no longer go independently... 

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Lunch with the Flowers

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 Now you could stay here a while and soak up the beautful surrounds...no problem 

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