Christmas by the Sea: Our Dog-Friendly Winter Escape to Tribunj, Croatia
December 2025 When most people think of Croatia, they picture scorching sun, packed beaches, and fighting for a spot to lay their towel. But I have discovered a secret: Croatia in winter is a dog owner’s paradise. Last Christmas, we traded the freezing temperatures of the Czech Republic for the mild, pleasant climate of the Adriatic coast. Our destination? The charming town of Tribunj . But since a 10-hour drive with two dogs is a marathon, not a sprint, we turned the journey into a road trip adventure through Austria and Slovenia. Here is how we spent 6 days, walked 65 kilometers, and enjoyed the magic of a seaside Christmas. Stopover 1: Graz, Austria (The Misty Fortress) To break up the long drive from Prague, we decided to spend a day and night in Graz . It turned out to be a brilliant decision. The town was beautifully decorated for the holidays, looking like something out of a fairytale. We climbed the famous Schlossberg (Castle Hill). Unfortunately, the weather had o...