Luxury dog-friendly hotels in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia

If you know a Targaryen from a Stark, you may be familiar with the rugged landscapes of old Dalmatia. Sprawled along the Adriatic coast, the Dalmatian region encompasses a trio of enchanting cities, miles of glistening coastline, and impossibly pristine islands scattered offshore. One of the four historic regions of Croatia, Dalmatia was part of the Venetian Empire for half a millennia, a past reflected in its bountiful italo-centric architecture, from Renaissance to Romanesque. Explore the medieval walls of Dubrovnik and Trogir, or kick back in Split, where the spirited rhythms of daily life stir on amid Roman ruins. Off the beaten track, expect winding open roads, cinematic waterfalls, backstreet konobas and spectacular vineyards vistas.