We Are Croatia Travel Experts
We are a team of Croatian-Americans with a passion for our beautiful country and heritage, and we offer personalized services that can’t be found anywhere else — our mission is to create the most unique cultural experiences. When embarking on a trip with Always Croatia, we guarantee an all-inclusive tour of Croatia’s best destinations, coming with a bonus of full cultural and history immersion — the one that ensures you’ll have a special bond with the destination for years to come.
As a professional service, we have a list of unbreakable partnerships bound to make your stay here unforgettable.
What You’re Getting With Always Croatia
Culturally Immersive experiences
We go beyond offering scenic views in Croatia. Our focus is on immersing you in the heart of Croatian culture and way of life, enabling authentic interactions. We carefully craft unique experiences for discerning clients, ensuring a deep connection with the country’s traditions.
From participating in local events to engaging with artisans and community members in places like local markets, our approach transforms the visit into a participatory journey into the heart of Croatia’s living heritage.
You’ll be deeply ensconced in the culture from start to finish. Each experience is tailored to individual preferences, offering a distinctive and memorable cultural encounter that goes beyond conventional tourism.
Unforgettable visits to traditional, family-operated homesteads
Tucked away in the picturesque landscapes, the intimate settings of family-operated homesteads transform your dining experience into a celebration of Croatian culture, where every bite tells a story of tradition and a sip of local wine echoes the essence of the land.
Discover the warmth of familial hospitality as you dine on authentic dishes, crafted from time-honored recipes that have been passed down through generations. Going beyond that, these experiences include storytelling, traditional music and dances — ensuring you’ll have a story to tell afterward.
From the coastal delights of Dalmatia to the hearty flavors of Zagorje, each region contributes its unique culinary identity to the table.
Our exceptional service
Our high level of service ensures you’re getting the best!
And the same goes for our cruise experiences. Our elite team of cruise managers and crew are here to guide you every step of the way and raise the whole experience to a higher level.
Enjoy luxury private transportation to your next stop and luxuriate in the most premium hotels in Croatia!
From the moment you step on board, you’ll be enveloped in a world of sophistication, from gourmet dining to personalized service. Our crew is dedicated to making you feel at home, and a part of this amazing Croatia family.
Expert local guides that make the difference
Our expert local guides stand as the epitome of excellence in the business, ensuring that your Croatian journey transcends ordinary travel experiences. These English-speaking, all-local guides are the architects of unforgettable moments, sharing the most amazing and unique stories of each locale.
Their knowledge not only opens doors to hidden gems but also elevates your understanding of Croatian traditions and daily life.
Their commitment ensures a distinctive and memorable cultural encounter, creating a seamless connection with the country’s rich traditions. Every step becomes a revelation, and every story a cherished memory.
Meet The Team
Christy Kranjec
Founder and Destination Specialist
Christy is a first-generation Croatian American with a deep passion for sharing the unique culture of Croatia with those wishing to visit this special part of the world. Growing up with immigrant parents gave her a distinctive look into Croatian traditions and way of life. She now lives in Croatia part-time, and she loves traveling and discovering the richness of other cultures throughout the world.
Tomislav Radic
Product Manager
“Tomi” is a travel & tourism specialist and a world traveler who grew into tourism through his family. Before joining Always Croatia, he built a remarkable career with some of the top names in industry by planning, buying, and managing cruises, tours and events in countries worldwide. As a proactive individual, he leads the way, always looking to create added value to all our programs and offers.
Sarah Diaz
Destination Specialist
Sarah is our destinations manager with over 15 years of hospitality experience. She brings in a passion for travel and a love for Croatia. Croatia combines all of her favorite things — history, natural beauty, and of course the sea! She takes great pride in introducing our clients to this amazing part of the world and you can rely on her for any information about your experience here.
Ivan Drmic
Operations Specialist
You can rely on Ivan to handle anything you need on your journey, stat and on the spot! He comes to us from a background in Split luxury hotels, so he knows what top-level service and client care requires. Ivan is a true logistics and operations guy, and in combination with his unrelenting mindset, there are virtually no things that he cannot solve.
Darko Dovedan
Freelance Tour Director
A global citizen who has visited and explored more than 160 countries of the World making traveling a lifestyle. Being a professor of Art History and Museology his main focus when leading the group tour is to present the cultural identity in all its versatility and rich Croatian heritage! When not traveling, he is seen sailing in the most beautiful sea in the World – the Adriatic Sea.
Goran Gelic
Operations Specialist
As an all-around professional, Goran lives and breathes the travel industry. Being one of our most seasoned operations specialists, he is dedicated to ensuring your Croatian adventure is seamless. Years of hands-on experience in the industry left him with strong connections which he uses to improve our services, and craft all-new experiences for you to enjoy.
Josip Mlinaric
Marketing and SEO
Josip has an immense passion for Croatia and likes to spread the word online! During his professional career, he developed knowledge of all things digital marketing, and he came to us as a skilled content marketer with the desire to further grow his skills in the niche that combines two of his many life interests — travel and marketing!
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