One of the world's leading travel platforms, Lonely Planet, has published a list of the 50 best travel destinations in the world, including Croatia among the top 10 countries to visit next year, the Croatian Tourist Board said on Wednesday.

Lonely Planet described Croatia as a country with a beautiful sun-drenched coastline, a multitude of islands and islets, challenging mountains and historic cities.

It also highlighted Croatia’s entry into the Schengen area, the opening of the Peljesac Bridge and other infrastructure projects.