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Local expertise

With deep roots in this stunning country, we’re passionate about showcasing its hidden gems—from the sun-kissed beaches of the Dalmatian coast to the charming streets of Dubrovnik and the breathtaking landscapes of Plitvice Lakes National Park. Our local expertise allows us to curate tailor-made itineraries that cater to your interests and preferences.

We understand that every traveler is different, and that’s why we offer a range of options, whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, an adventurous family vacation, or a relaxing retreat. Our dedicated team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring your journey is seamless and enjoyable.

Join us in exploring the beauty of Croatia with the warmth and personal touch that only a family business can provide.

Tailored Experiences for Every Traveler

At our boutique travel agency, we are committed to providing a seamless and enriching travel experience. Here’s a glimpse of the services we offer:

Comprehensive Trip Planning

From the moment you decide to travel, our team will work closely with you to create a detailed itinerary that covers every aspect of your journey. We handle everything for you on the ground, from accommodations to transportation and activities, ensuring a stress-free experience.

Reliable Travel Support

Traveling can come with unexpected challenges, but you can rest assured that our dedicated support team is just a phone call away. Whether you need assistance during your trip or have questions before you depart, we’re here to help 24/7. Relay and enjoy your vacation knowing your travel advisor is local and in-country.

Custom Design

No two travelers are alike, and we believe your trip should reflect your unique interests and preferences. Our travel advisors design each individual itinerary, allowing you to choose the experiences that matter most to you, whether that’s exploring hidden gems, culinary adventures, or cultural excursions.

Bespoke Journeys

For those seeking something truly special, our bespoke journeys offer exclusive, personalized experiences tailored just for you. We collaborate with you to craft itineraries that include unique activities and accommodations, ensuring your trip is one-of-a-kind.

VIP Treatment

Enjoy a touch of luxury with our VIP treatment services. From priority access to popular attractions to private transfers and personalized concierge services, we make sure you feel valued and pampered throughout your journey.

“5 Star Service”

We recently went to Split & Hvar on holiday and had the perfect week thanks to Diana & team!
Our driver Philip was so professional, full of information / great ideas & the luxury van was comfortable and clean!
Service was excellent throughout the week. Every detail was looked after by Diana. Nothing was a problem, including last minute changes of pickup times. Really pleased with attention to detail and professionalism, would highly recommend!
Make sure and request Philip!!

Ashleigh & Samir

“Visiting Split, Croatia? Call Diana!!”

Our trip to Croatia was wonderful thanks to Diana! Her tour experiences are outstanding and every detail is thoughtfully planned. We had the most wonderful driver, Tony, who drove us to 2 of our tours in the most comfortable Mercedes van. The tour guides were absolutely delightful and accommodating to our needs. Our last excursion was seeing the islands by boat with Ali and it was the highlight of our trip. He was above and beyond and truly gave us an experience of a lifetime!

Candice Hamilton

“Best in the business”

Coming to Croatia? Want a successful experience? You must use Balmar. Diana and her team are just miracle workers. We have now worked with on 3 different projects and tours, and she has not disappointed once. They truly know the best partners and suppliers, the best tours and the best go-to people! We’ll be using for a long time.

Mikael Frank Audebert

Founder & CEO – Art in Voyage

“Strongly Recommend – Great experience!”

Working with Diana was so easy, seamless and all around wonderful! All of the accommodations she offered to us were spot on…just perfect. We had a very complicated trip traveling from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes to Knin and then to Split and Hvar with a party of 7! She arranged every last detail and everything was just perfect. It was even hard for me to keep track of all of our travels but she did it seamlessly. I even changed added some things while in Croatia and Diana was able to accommodate us every time. It was unreal how responsive and accommodating she was.
To make things even better, we had the absolute BEST driver, Tony (who Diana arranged). Tony quickly became a part of our family and maintained his warmth, kindness and professionalism every single day. I cannot recommend Diana, Tony and Balmar Experiences enough. I have already told my friends and family at home. We cannot wait to return!

Tina A.

“Thank you for the brilliant service…”

Thank you for the brilliant service yesterday.
Our driver Philip was amazing – lovely man.
Everything ran very smoothly.
Thank you again 🙌

Anthony Johnson

“Croatia Honeymoon”

My husband and I recently returned from our Honeymoon in Croatia. We cannot thank Diana enough! We had an absolutely amazing time. We loved Croatia and we cannot wait to come back for another visit.
Diana was amazing to work with and had every detail squared away. She created an amazing itinerary for us. Her attention to detail allowed us to seamlessly travel throughout the country and fully enjoy our time, stress free.
We visited 4 cities. We started in Zadar then Split, Hvar and Dubrovnik. Diana took the time to make sure the events planned were things we would enjoy.
Our driver Marco was the best! We also had a private walking tour in each city and it was so informative & enjoyable. Each of the tour guides were fantastic, passionate and very knowledgeable.
We highly recommend Diana and her team and do not hesitate to reach out to her if you want an amazing vacation in Croatia.

Brigitte Kazan