Sailing Croatian Islands

Sailing Croatian Islands

Croatia has developed a certain reputation which has turned it into one of the top tourist destinations in Europe. This reputation is based on the sheer variety of experiences which the country has to offer to travelers, adventurers and holiday makers. From pristine nature, to sumptuous delicacies, cultural delights and luxury pampering – a visitor to Croatia is simply spoilt for choice.

Although country has a lot to offer, the most popular part is Dalmatian coast with more than 1200 islands. Cruising Croatian islands is becoming more and more popular among travelers. In order to give you small insight of this magnificent country, I’ll present you 5 most popular and visited islands you simply must visit if traveling to Croatia. Here we go!

Brac

If you are into water sports, then Brac will leave you breathless by the sheer array of facilities available. Your first stop will have to be at the inconic Zlatni Rat. This beach is the most spectacular and the most photographed beach in Croatia. Zlatni Rat is the premium windsurfing spot in Croatia. Besides that, there is also jet skiing, sea kayaking, water skiing, parasailing, wakeboarding and scuba diving. In between those adventures, you can visit the nearby Bol fishing village and enjoy some sumptuous delicacies.

Pag

If you love getting groovy on the beach, then Pag is the place for you. This island probably has the highest proportion of beach parties per square mile in the world. Pag is filled with end-to-end beaches which offer visitors a variety of delights 24 hours a day. During summer days, popular beaches like Papaya, Aquarius and Kalypso, throw pulsating after-beach-parties featuring music, open-air barbecues, and other excitements. At night, these parties are turned into dance clubs sometimes even featuring guest international Djs.

Rab

According to nudist lore, Rab is where modern day nudism was born. In 1936, King Edward VIII and Mrs Simpson were permitted to swim naked at the (now very popular) Kandarola beach. To date nudists still throng the beach to pay their respects, and enjoy swimming, totally nude of course. If you delight in swimming or sunbathing nude, you’ll absolutely love Rab. And beyond nudism, this island contains ancient Romanesque and medieval stone buildings which can be perfect for an exciting exploration.

Vis

If you have ever dreamed about going fishing, catching a fish and then cooking it yourself, Vis can make that dream a reality. This former Yugoslav naval base is now home to a truly native Dalmatian experience. Vis features a number of taverns offering guests the true Dalmatian delicacies. The Molona Tovna takes the experience to the next level. This tavern organizes fishing trips for guests, and shows them how to cut up the fish, clean it and cook it in true Dalmatian style. Vis is also the home of the Croatian organic wines – the red Mali Plavac and the white Mulava.

Kornati

To have a true experience of Croatian beauty, you have to visit Kornati archipelago. Kornati is made up of close to 100 islands and islets, most of which are uninhabited. The water around the archipelago ranges from deep blue to emerald. It is a truly breathtaking sight. The archipelago is also home to the Kornati National Park which is a marine habitat. Excursions around Kornati include stops for swimming, picnicking and exploring uninhabited islands.

If you are planing a vacation in Croatia and you love sailing, these five islands should definitely be on your sailing itinerary. There a number of companies which organize cruises lasting from 2 to 8 days long. You can also hire a boat and go exploring on your own. There are a number of boat charter companies (like this one: http://chartercroatia.net/), offering very attractive boat renting services.

Summer will come faster than you can imagine so make a reservation and give yourself the unforgettable sailing vacation in Croatia.