Naleia Yachting - Sail Norway

Croatia is not all about holidays in Dubrovnik & city breaks in Zagreb. The country is also home to numerous beautiful & untouched islands, most of which are pretty easy to get to, and can either be used as a base for a holiday or as island hopping destinations. From party islands to quite seaside escapes, here are our top picks for a Croatian island getaway. Brac: Recognized for its traditional architecture, sandy beaches and limestone quarries, Brac is the largest of the central Dalmatian Islands. The Island is best known for its stunning Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn) beach that resembles a long obtruding finger extending into the sea. Besides beach lovers, this is also a popular destination among wind surfers, and the island’s nearness to the mainland makes it popular with day-trippers. Hvar: Boasting nearly 2718 hours of sunshine a year, Hvar is the sunniest of the islands of the Dalmatian coast. It is also the swankiest & a magnet for H...

When cruising Croatia, one of the initial choices you should make is – what region should I choose? Most amateurs sail in Central Dalmatia; this is where you will have access to the best sites. Picture friendly locations like the lavender fields in Hvar, Stari Grad – the most established town in Europe, the blue cave at Biševo/Vis, Zlatni Rat shoreline at Brač, the dazzling fortressed town of Korčula, the blues and greens of Mljet National Park to the glory of Dubrovnik. A common cruising Croatia schedule goes something like Split – Šolta – Brač – Hvar – Vis – Korčula – Mljet – Elaphiti – Dubrovnik. Every one of these islands and destinations has various towns, villages and heaven-like bays to tie up. There are some mesmerizing moments, which you will never forget after sailing in Croatia . Read more...