Jagoda Marinic knows why Croatia is such a popular travel destination and where to still encounter real locals in the summer when car convoys head south. They passionately love family, fitness, and football, and in the evenings, they celebrate the tradition of Dalmatian men's choirs in the white towns. The author is familiar with hidden gem coves and small coastal towns beyond the reach of Game of Thrones fans. She introduces the creative scene of the capital, Zagreb, reveals the magic of Istria, explains why the waters of the Adriatic are so clear in Croatia, and why many Italians prefer to vacation here. She shares which words you should pronounce correctly to be praised by Croatians as a language genius, how to have fish prepared for you, and how to prepare for a tire change. And last but not least, why Marco Polo might actually have been Croatian.