The Royal Footsteps Along the Kona Coast Byway covers 700 years of history. The seven-mile stretch of road takes you through the centuries of Hawaii’s Alii, or the ruling class. You will be led past four of Kona's seven “Royal Centers,” which were the sacred locations chosen due to an abundance of natural resources and recreational value. These centers were reserved for the kings and queens of Hawaii. Count among them Hulihee Palace (one of three palaces in the United States), the royal surfing grounds of Kahaluu, Hawaii’s oldest Christian church and several heiau, or sites of sacred Hawaiian temples.

The Croatian Museum of Tourism, tells the story about the history of tourism in Croatia, but also about how tourism affects all of us today – how our cities are changing, how we change when we travel and receive travelers. Museum locations: Villa Angiolina, Swiss House & Arts Pavilion Juraj Sporer,

With the arrival of Iginio Scarpa, a patrician from Rijeka and building of his summer house Villa Angiolina in 1844, Opatija opened her doors to a whole line of guests and passengers. This is the building that certainly marked the beginning of the tourist epoch in the history of Opatija.

Experience remarkable views of verdant cliffs and the dramatic northeastern coastline. There are horses grazing on the hillside, outcroppings in the waters offshore and the black sand beach. You can hike down to the valley floor and the black sand beach. Swimming is not advised because of strong currents.