Source: croatia.hr
Croatia’s membership in the world’s leading nautical destinations is unquestionable, and which element of the wide range of offers for sailors will suit your lifestyle depends on you. The secret to the popularity of the Croatian coast is precisely that, in addition to natural beauty, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities on it, the common denominator of which is your satisfaction. It is no wonder that Croatia has been the world’s most popular destination for various types of chartering for years – from sailboats to all other leisure vessels such as family boats, motor boats and yachts, catamarans, inflatable boats, and even sea kayaks.
Croatian Islands
The first and most obvious reason to come to Croatia is its natural beauty. The Croatian coast is home to exactly 1,244 islands, islets and rocks, but what makes them special is not their number, but the fact that they form numerous bays and coves, beaches, caves and cliffs, and places of untouched natural beauty beauty overlap with charming coastal towns.
This unique archipelago, which extends for less than 250 nautical miles, also enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, making sailing fun and pleasant. There are as many as five Croatian national parks on the Croatian coast, of which three are typically marine (Brijuni, Kornati and Mljet), one is mainly mountainous (Paklenica), and one is sea-river (Krka). To touch their beauty, it is enough to point the bow in the desired direction.
History and cultural heritage
Traces of the culture of life on the Croatian coast go back to the Neolithic period, and continue through ancient times and the Middle Ages to the present day. In Croatia, you will find remains from all periods of the development of Western civilization, and you can visit many well-preserved cultural monuments by sailing. In this way, you will understand today’s culture of life that takes place on the Croatian sea in the interweaving of tradition and modern lifestyle, in which sailing plays an irreplaceable role. The culture of sailing in Croatia is as old as life in this region, and its current reflection is best seen in nautical tourism.
Modern sailors are given the opportunity to enjoy the numerous attractions offered by the Croatian coast, but also to visit numerous monuments of cultural heritage under UNESCO protection. Such historical and cultural heritage is generally not accessible while you are in a swimsuit. One of the basic prerequisites for carefree sailing is the quality of the nautical infrastructure in Croatia. In addition to providing a large number of visitors with good and safe berthing, marinas are also urban centers that contribute to the satisfaction of visitors to Croatia. Once you are moored, worrying about the vessel disappears, and the fun begins. In addition to marinas, almost every small seaside town offers a mooring service, which makes Croatia the largest marina in the world in a way.
Gastronomy
Sailing around Croatia, you will also immerse yourself in the charms of authentic, predominantly Mediterranean cuisine based on fresh local ingredients, which those who have sailed the Adriatic know well.
Whether in traditional or modern interpretation, delicious dishes go perfectly with local varieties of top-quality wines, thanks to the ideal terroir for growing numerous varieties that, just like sailors, love the sun and the sea.
After the sun sets, a wealth of different types of entertainment is revealed.
From romantic moments under the stars, to local summer events typical of coastal towns, to classical and modern music festivals that are enjoyed equally by all generations, Croatia is undoubtedly a place for a good time, for which, when you are on a boat, you can choose a different place every day. Here are just the most important aspects of the life of today’s sailors in Croatia. What is quite easy in Croatia, and what makes it truly special, is the ability to instantly choose how you want to spend your time at sea. The choices are almost endless, from secluded coves to lively cities, often just a few nautical miles apart, and different aspects of enjoyment are always within your reach. What they have in common is their quality, which is reflected in the quality of your stay in Croatia.
