Croatia is a country that's filled to the brim with stunning nature, history, beautiful old towns and countless gorgeous islands that dot the clear blue waters for the Adriatic. With all the attractions that Croatia has it's hard to believe that it's not the number one destination in Europe.

Below is my list of the 10 top reasons of why you must visit Croatia.

When I started my sabbatical, Croatia wasn't a country that was high on my must-visit list. After 10 glorious days (road-tripping with my brother and his finance), I was shocked to discover that Croatia had completely stolen my heart. I was left wanting more; yearning to spend more time basking under Croatia's warm sun, lazing on its beaches, getting lost in its incredible nature and sampling its heavenly food.

To help you make the most of your time in Croatia, I've prepared a 10 day itinerary featuring some of my favorite highlights from my trip here.

Below is some basic information you need to know about Croatia before visiting.