Croatia

Explore the rich history of the Balkans region by visiting small towns and big cities. Meet local people and learn their stories along the way. Engage with history, past and present, and learn about the complexities of this crossroads of civilization. Encounter local traditions, explore the region’s recent conflict, and sample cuisine from the Dalmatian Coast to the Bosnian Mountains.

Highlights

The YOLA Promise

YOLA will tie in with the best-in-class youth travel and education providers that follow rigorous safety and health standards.

YOLA will promote only those travel and education programs that are committed to the highest environmental, fair trade and human rights standards.

YOLA will create ethical experiences designed to have maximum, long-term impact on the communities we partner with.

YOLA and its partners are committed to travel to locations where tourists rarely go, buy goods from locally-owned businesses, and respect local cultures and customs. Our programs provide direct support for education, infrastructure development, conservation, and other community projects.