Travel Agent - September 10, 2007 - (Page 24)

Destinations Europe the strong Austro-Hungarian influence on local culture can be seen all around, particularly in the rich architecture and wealth of its museums. We found Zagreb reminiscent of Budapest—in terms of architecture, food and the energy of the city. Day trips in the Zagreb region include winery tours, castle visits and driving through the countryside. and-white marble lobby. The hotel is renowned for its highly personalized and impeccable service and its ideal location in the heart of Zagreb. Presidents, politicians, film stars and musicians including Richard Nixon, Elizabeth Taylor and Arthur Miller, are among its many distinguished guests. The hotel completed a massive renovation in 2004; one of the highlights is now Zinfandel’s Restaurant, an elegant dining space overlooking the Esplanade Oleander Terrace. The menu—Croatian fusion—includes fish specialties from the Mediterranean, as well as local meats. Also suggest Le Bistro, the Parisian-style eatery designed to capture a Paris café in the 1920s. It serves the best struckli (a local noodle and cheese dish) in town. The Regent Esplanade’s gracious emerald ballroom with its domed and Undiscovered Croatia Rich with history, the country’s energetic interior has plenty of hotel options BY J. BERNHARDT W hile much has been written about Croatia’s coast—the beauty of Dubrovnik and Split—the country’s interior has slowly been gaining attention. The interior is the heart and soul of the country, offering views of farmlands, vineyards and historic old towns. Travelers should fly into Zagreb and use it as a home base during their stay. Start a tour to Croatia’s interior in Zagreb, the country’s capital. It’s a city with more than 900 years of history, and Where to Stay in Zagreb For high-end travelers, the Regent Esplanade Zagreb (www.regenthotels.com; +385-45-66-666) is pure luxury. Dating back to 1925, the hotel is one of the most famous and luxurious in Croatia and one of our favorites on a recent trip to the country. The elegance of the hotel is immediately evident, with its grand staircase, elegant grand piano and the very pleasant concierge staff greeting guests in the black- Zagreb’s Kaptol Square 24 TravelAgent September 10, 2007 http://www.regenthotels.com

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Contents Editor's Letter News You Can Use Agenda: Fam Trips, Calendar of Events, Deal of the Week South America Rising: COVER STORY EUROPE: Undiscovered Croatia PACIFIC/ASIA: Chiang Mai: Hotspot of Northern Thailand LAS VEGAS: Las Vegas’ Inside Man Las Vegas News & Notes Las Vegas: The New Frontier PACIFIC NORTHWEST: A Gem on Oregon’s Central Coast FLORIDA: Hyatt Regency Miami Spruces Up Ensemble Update Agent Outlook: Cruising Today Nantucket Island Resorts Classified Marketplace Home-Based Travel Expo Update Advertisers’ Information People & Places Thailand Planner

Travel Agent - September 10, 2007

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