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and other info for nautical tourists in Croatia
Posted on May 09 2012
Kornati or Kornati islands, more commonly known as Stomorski Islands, are situated in northern Dalmatia, i.e. west from Sibenik, in the Sibenik - Knin county. It covers an area of 320 km2 and with its 150 islands and islets make up the densest archipelago in the Mediterranean.
Geographically the Kornati islands can be divided into two main groups: Gornji Kornati which are closer to the mainland, and Donji Kornati, which generally look towards the open sea in the southwest. The archipelago was declared a national park in 1980.
Posted on Apr 13 2012
Although it was in plan for several years, the race whose route covers most of the east coast of the Adriatic Sea, this year will be held for the first time. The regatta will be sailed in two parts, from Rijeka to Tivat (Porto Montenegro) and back and distance of each stage is about 300 miles. Participants of the race will be able to enjoy not only in sailing but in a beauty of the islands of the Croatian coast and the Boka Kotorska bay, very well known around the world.
The organizers of the Race, Sailing Club of Rijeka and the Porto Montenegro Yacht Club, predicted the start of the first stage for 23.09. from Rijeka and a day earlier, also in Rijeka, will be held the promotional race on which journalists will also have opportunity to participate on.
Posted on Apr 04 2012
The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) is a national trade association representing the retail travel sector of Canada's tourism industry. ACTA is an industry-led, non profit, membership based organization.
The ACTA is the largest organization in travel industry and by far the most important representative of travel agencies and agents in the country. It represents more than 2,000 travel agencies and about 18,000 travel agents who are members of the association. In addition, hundreds of industry members such as hotels, rent-a-car companies and other providers join ACTA as Allied Members.
Posted on Mar 19 2012
Diocletian’s Palace is not just an incredible antique monument but also a national and world heritage. Together with latter medieval annex, it represents a valuable archaeological, historical and artistic complex for which was inserted in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979.
Today, the remains of the palace are a part of the historic centre of the city of Split, attracting all lovers of history and architecture.
Posted on Mar 08 2012
The Brijuni Islands are a group of two larger islands and twelve islets located on the south-western Istrian coast, close to Pula.
The total surface area of the national park is 34 km2 of which 4 square kilometres is land surface whilst the rest is a surrounding protected sea belt.
Islands are famous for their indented coastline and preserved Mediterranean vegetation partly shaped in a landscape park.
Posted on Feb 14 2012
When on Saturday she put her feet on the ground of the Caribbean island of Saint Martin from her sailing boat Grumpy, sixteen years old Laura Dekker has officially become the youngest person ever to sail solo around the world. In the August 2010 she went to her trip around the world, but now her adventure finished. As much as the journey on a twelve meter long sailing boat with two masts was a challenge, much harder was to obtain all permissions necessary for this venture.
Posted on Jan 26 2012
Each year the “Water Sports Oscars” is awarded for the best boat produced by the most important European shipbuilding companies. The award is assigned in four categories at the Nautical Fair in Dusseldorf.
After exhaustive testing which lasts for several months, the jury which consists of editors in chief and examiners of eleven leading European nautical magazines assigns that award to the best boat.
Posted on Jan 16 2012
Uptake.com, a travel oriented web-site, conducted a survey on Facebook which included over 200 million posts, status updates, photo descriptions and check-ins from hundreds of thousands of Facebook users. On the final list of top destinations one shouldn’t miss in 2012., Dubrovnik has taken second place putting this “Pearl of the Adriatic”, as the authors of the study call it, right after Luang Prabang (Laos).
Posted on Jan 10 2012
CNN put the Jerolim beach located on the islet of the same name, part of the Hvar’s Pakleni islands, on the first place of its world top nudist destination list.
The place of an untouched nature, rocky shores and crystal clear sea is equally famous amongst tourists and shy people.
Posted on Dec 23 2011
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Posted on Dec 19 2011
According to the Sunday Times Travel Magazine readers, Croatia won the third place as the best European destination with the most beautiful beaches.
Southern Spain won the first place whilst the second took the Greek islands. Croatia and Turkey were candidates for the third place.
Posted on Dec 15 2011
Bavaria Yachts USA announced that the SAIL Magazine has chosen Bavaria Cruiser 45 the best boat in 2012 in the selection of up to 50 feet large cruiser sailing boats.
Six months ago, Bavaria Yachts reappeared on the American market with its globally appreciated sailing boat brand.
Posted on Nov 22 2011
One of the most famous world TV stars with regard to the gastronomy and travelling, as well as the author of the cult book “Kitchen Confidential” and some other bestsellers, visited Croatia.
During the shooting that lasted eight days, Anthony and Mate tried fishing, enjoyed in traditional Croatian honey liqueur medica, went to chase the famous Istrian truffles and ate the best Adriatic Sea fish.
Posted on Nov 09 2011
According to the American TV journalist, Ashley Colburn, winner of the Emmy award for the documentary series called Wonders of Croatia, Rovinj is the most romantic town she has ever visited.
After the fifth episode of the documentary about Croatia, filmed in Istria, has been shot, the journalist was fascinated by the town of Rovinj so much that she wanted to remain and live there.
Posted on Nov 02 2011
Yahoo!Travel, world’s leading tourist destinations browser inserted Jadrolinija ferry line from Split to the island of Vis to the list of the most beautiful destinations in the world.
Relaxing navigation during which you can peacefully observe and photograph natural beauties of Adriatic has taken a high second place.
Posted on Oct 19 2011
The beauty of the Adriatic coast has been recognized a long time ago by members of the world elite and international stars from the world of entertainment and politics. Many of them have this year visited the Adriatic again. Sebastian Vettel, the world Formula 1 champion got to experience the beauty of Croatia as a guest of the head of Formula 1 Bernie Eccelstone, who visits the Adriatic coast on a regular basis.
Posted on Jul 28 2011
Croatian Tourist Board opened a new channel by free application Croatia.hr through which presents the users, on simple and fast way, Croatian tourist offer.
Application provides a fast and simple view and access to the general information about Croatia, natural and cultural beauties, various activities and events during the tourist season such as sport, entertainment and cultural events.
Posted on Jul 15 2011
On 15th July Nikola Mrđen and Siniša Knežević from Rijeka promote the sport and healthy living by the unseen rowing tour and extend the boarders for those who want to stimulate sport activities, healthy living and touch with the nature that we have forgotten…
These two Rijeka’s sportsmen decided to put an end to the city life rhythm by this adventurous idea to go around the Adriatic in kayaks. “Someone has to row too” which purpose is to promote the healthy living and awake the society remembering it about the natural wealth and beauties of Croatian shore as a prerequisite for further tourism development.
Posted on Jun 20 2011
Asking yourselves whether your licence is valid in Croatia? Increase of the nautical tourism at the Adriatic caused a major number of requests and dilemmas regarding the validity of foreign vessel driving licences in the Croatian territorial waters.
Ministry of the Sea, Traffic and Infrastructure every year improves and redact acts adjusting them with EU valid regulations. So today, many permits issued abroad is valid also in Croatia.
Posted on Jun 17 2011
Sailing, going in speed boat, sunbathing or diving, time of holidays and relaxation. Nevertheless which activities we practice during our holidays, many of us want to remain in touch with our family, friends or business partners. Internet availability has become important wherever you find yourselves.
Tourists and yachtsmen are in Croatia provided with many free hot spots for Internet connection by laptop, smart phone or mobile phone.
Posted on Jun 17 2011
European Environment Agency and European Commission in their Annual Report positioned Croatia at the second place for the cleanliness of the sea and bathing waters.
At the first place is Cyprus whilst after Croatia there are Malta, Greece, Ireland and then all other European countries. Water samples were took on beaches, rivers and lakes but shall be mentioned that 70% of examined water samples comes from the coastal sea areas.
Posted on Jun 06 2011
National Geographic's magazine Traveler included the cruising on the old sailing boats along the Croatian coast within 50 best trips in the whole world.
Each year, this magazine makes a top list and among thousands of destinations chooses those which differ from others and which should be visited at least once in a lifetime.
Posted on May 13 2011
Good connection of the main Croatian ports and islands at the beginning of tourist season additionally increases by introduction of new ferry lines. That significantly increases the transport capacities and is provided a daily connection of Croatian ports with islands as well as a good international connection.
Jadrolinija, the largest transport company with its fleet of 36 ferries, 8 catamarans, hydro bus and 4 ships connects main Croatian coastal port between themselves as well as the islands of ...
Posted on May 09 2011
The Russian national airline introduces flights connecting Moscow to Dubrovnik during the tourist season.
From Dubrovnik airport comes the confirmation about the collaboration with Russian Aeroflot airline. From 1st June until 30th September, flights on the route Moscow-Dubrovnik will start three times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Because of the, constantly larger interest of Russian tourists, yachtsmen and businessmen, Aeroflot decided to ensure for 2011 an Airbus A320 plane, offering a business and a tourist class tickets.
Posted on Apr 26 2011
In Zagreb was founded the European Coastal Airlines (ECA), Croatian and German company, which aim is to connect the land and larger Croatian islands by plane. In this moment they collect documents needed for issuing concessions and necessary permits whilst with state authorities in Zagreb is being worked upon the detailed plan of “air highways”. According to Klaus Dieter Martin, company’s director, the connection will be carried out in two phases.
Posted on Apr 26 2011
Lonely Planet, the most famous tourist guide in the world, dedicated its March edition completely to Croatia. On the 351st page in the guide can be found suggestions for planning the journey as well as numerous useful information with regard to the climate conditions in each Croatian region.
In a part of the guide dedicated to discovering Croatia, authors describe, in a detailed way, Croatian history, culture, people and customs, natural beauties and art.
Posted on Apr 19 2011
A respectable worldwide organization that presents tourist awards, the "World Travel Awards", has announced this year’s nominations for the best tourist destinations. Categories are divided into continents and the countries that each destination belongs to. The awards, also known as "tourist Oscars", have been presented for different achievements in all branches of the travel and tourism industry for the last 18 years.
Posted on Apr 17 2010
The island of Cres was always one of the favourite holiday resorts in the Northern Adriatic but thanks to the sensational discovery it’ll become interesting spot for archaeology enthusiasts as well. In the area around Cape Tarej, in just over two meters below the surface of crystal-clear Adriatic Sea, amateur divers found the remains of a Roman merchant ship and this could be one of the most valuable and the most interesting archaeological findings of its kind on the Adriatic.
Posted on Feb 15 2010
Situated in North Dalmatia, not far from Sibenik, there is the most indented island group in the Mediterranean also known as the crown jewel of the Dalmatian island chain - Kornati. Due to its exceptional natural beauty, interesting geomorphology and particulary rich biological communities of marine ecosystems, the greater part of the Kornati archipelago was declared a national park in 1980. Kornati should be the focus of any cruise in the area because of many islands, islets and reefs which allow you to try out your nautical skills and all you need for this challenge is just a ticket to the Park.
Posted on Feb 09 2010
If you’re looking for a relaxing holiday with your whole family; holiday which would give you all much needed rest but also be fun because of your little ones, Adriatic coast is the answer. Days filled with different activities, safe play in shallow waters and on pebbly, sandy and narrow beaches, and lots of entertainment for the youngest and their parents, well, those are the days spend on the Adriatic.
On each beach you will find many families with kids so basically the whole coast is family friendly. Still, there are some beaches which offer more to families with children, from all sorts of diving or windsurfing activities, waterslides and other water sports for older children, pines shades and a nice place for children to have an ice cream and mom and dad a cold beer or cocktail.
Posted on Jan 17 2010
Wall Street Journal journalist Araon Maines praised the beauty of the Croatian Adriatic in his latest article for the US based newspaper. Writing the article the author cruised the Adritaic from the island of Murter to the Kornati archipelago, sailing on board of the old sailing ship. The author wrote that Kornati, specifically thrilled him, and described it as priceless experience and a “must do” of all cruises to all, regardless of the recession.
Posted on Nov 27 2009
Since the Sailing Season 2009 the chaotic world of licences is changing in a regulated situation. The croatian "Ministry of Maritime, Transport and Infrastructure" is finally bringing some light in the dark world of licences. From now on everyone who wants to sail through the adriatic sea has the opportunity to check out fast and secure which licences are accepted or not.
Posted on Nov 17 2009
The city of Mali Losinj recieved the Silver Flower of Europe award in Cardiff, in the annual competition among 5700 European cities. This “Entente Florale Europe” was given to this magnificent city and island due to its beauty, arrangement and quality of life. International Commission for the Golden Flower of Europe, composed of 12 member countries, spent two days in Mali Losinj during June, which was the only town outside the EU that was high on the list of this competition.
Posted on Nov 04 2009
Many of us only have one or two weeks to go on a trip, relax, explore foreign country, have some fun and create beautiful memories that will keep us satisfied until the next holiday. We wonder where to go, what to see and do, and often find ourselves wanting more free time to discover it all. So, don’t waste your precious time trying to do and see everything. Just follow our simple guide and you’ll have the best Croatian holidays ever.
Posted on Oct 25 2009
Prestigious Daily Telegraph recently reported Zlatni Rat on Brac the finest beach in Europe and together with the seaside resort city of Dubrovnik Banja beach is listed among the ten most beautiful in the world. Thousands of miles along the Croatian coast there are many beautiful places to swim, regardless of whether you enjoy the sea with your family or looking for summer fun.
Even the worst critics must admit that on the Adriatic coast you’ll able to find everything - from the wild wave of elite and expensive beach to the town for a day full time in the hot summer rhythm and perfect place to create a tower in the sand.
Posted on Oct 19 2009
Don't worry if you missed out on summer in Croatia as autumn and winter could be a great getaway from work and stress. With mild climate and warm days, including lots of festivals and other happenings, Croatia is now a resort to visit throughout the whole year.
Indeed, mild but rainy weather along the coast may keep you off the beach, and some hotels may be closed, but overall it’s a good time for holiday if you like participating in many cultural events, if you want to travel on the budget as the price of hotels drops dramatically in autumn and winter and there are lots of weekend spa packages with extremely low prices; and if you want to take a part in the famous Carnival in February.
Posted on Sep 28 2009
The LA times’ recommendation refers to the entire county, the coast and the mainland.
Croatia has been recommended because of its cuisine, climate and hospitality. Overall it is an exceptionally desirable tourist destination, the daily said.
The article in the LA Times is yet another confirmation that Croatia is a popular tourist destination for US travellers.
Posted on Sep 13 2009
The Blue Flag, an international label signifying a clean environment and a high level of development and facilities, has been awarded to 135 locations in Croatia: 115 beaches and 20 marinas.
Interestingly, apart from seaside beaches, blue flags are fluttering on seven continental beaches this year: the Aquacity beach near Varazdin and six beaches of the sports and recreational centre Jarun in Zagreb.
Posted on Aug 31 2009
In the category of "Best Vacation Value of Europe" from the famous magazine Travel Age West, in competition with the Czech Republic, Spain and Turkey, Croatia has won the first prize. Travel Age West is a leading U.S. magazine for tourism and the tourist industry, and provides information to its readers for 40 years.
"Wave Awards" (Western Agents Votes of Excellence - WAVE) is awarded since 2006, annually for outstanding contribution to tourism, within the highly competitive companies, people and destinations.
Posted on Aug 27 2009
When we venture on our holidays many of us are all for experiencing some local culture, having fun or up for the challenge of trying something new. In all that excitement while planning leisure activities, we seem to forget about basics of safety and accident prevention. Here are some tips from sailing experts on how to make your voyage safer and more fun.
Posted on Aug 22 2009
Due to these recent serious accidents we want to remind you of what the dive flag means and what it requires of a boater. Accidents had one thing in common. They involved divers. Were their dive flags handy or just ignored?
Obviously, since it’s called a “dive flag” you can conclude that it means that there are divers in the area around it. It is meant to effectively create a zone of safety around it.
Posted on Aug 12 2009
Internet website skippertips specialised for nautical tourism enthusiasts has reported that among strong competition from other marinas in the Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro, marina in Vrsar was voted the best marina on the eastern Adriatic coast in 2008 by the foreign boaters and visitors. The second is Kastela near Split, and the ACI marina in Vodice is third.
Boaters appraised cleanliness and environmental protection, environment and facilities, courtesy of staff and cost of the marina and restaurant. Marina in Vrsar has won in three out of four of the above-mentioned four categories, hence winning the first place.
Posted on Jul 30 2009
Croatia has it all this summer...sailing, culture, sand, sea, and sun.
Wine tasting, sailing, scuba diving, festivals, pristine beaches, history and culture...if only there were one place to find them all. Discover the spot that has it all - Croatia. Whether you prefer from great architecture to fine dining on a meal where every course has truffles, this is your country. Fortunately Croatia it's affordable, uncrowded and locals are English speaking.
Take your time reviewing the upcoming events in this article
Posted on Jul 22 2009
With so many islands and ports, you can stop as many times as you like or sail for as long as you wish. With over 1,000 islands, sailing holidays can provide an excellent way of seeing some of the smaller (perhaps even uninhabited!) islands that would otherwise be difficult to visit with scheduled ferry lines. Such holidays can be considered to be more "hands-on" than your usual holiday, although everyone from beginners to more experienced sailors can find something suitable for them.
Posted on Jul 14 2009
Every year during the summer months, from 30th June to 27 July, the squares, streets and terraces of Rijeka are turned into theatre stages. Popular town locations, but also places that the citizens of Rijeka themselves find it difficult to envisage as a possible stage for actors and theatre props, are for a few weeks turned over to artists of a widely diverse styles of musical and scenic expression. The Festival program comprises everything, from classical drama productions, premieres of more recent works for drama theatre and concerts of classical music, to street theatres and concerts of pop stars. One of the crucial parts of the Festival is probing into the contemporary relations between the industrial architecture and theatre, which is why some of the productions are staged in the premises of old industrial plants.
Posted on Jul 02 2009
A flotilla of dazzling white yachts glides into a sheltered cove. The put-put-put of their motors is no competition for the evening choir of cicadas. The whiteness of the yachts seems startling, a vivid contrast to the sea’s hypnotic palette of blues and turquoises...the deep orange roof tiles of a thousand-year-old town...the green pine woods beyond.
Posted on Jun 04 2009
Ryanair, Europe's largest low cost airline, has introduced a new route from Zadar to Frankfurt - Hahn. The new twice a week route will start to operate from 3rd July 2009, on every Monday and Friday.
This will be the seventh route that Ryanair flies from and to Zadar, already connecting Zadar with London , Dublin, Stockholm, Edinburgh, Pisa, and Düsseldorf, and this is the second route that connects Zadar with Germany (Ryanair also flies starting 6th July 6 to Düsseldorf).
Posted on May 17 2009
Split has plenty of personality and a spectacular coast to explore. The city of Split is well known as the holiday gateway to a spectacular stretch of coast, to beautiful islands and to thousands of years of history. However the city is often overlooked in favour of Dubrovnik to the south and the Istrian coast to the north.
But the city and its environs are worth discovering. Behind a modern waterfront promenade is an astonishing building: Diocletian's Palace, a huge, square Roman citadel built in AD300. It was rebuilt largely in the 7th century and altered continuously since then but the base of the Roman walls, cellars and street plan remain. Along its southern facade are 42 windows, designed so that the Emperor Diocletian could enjoy a continuous view of the sea.
Posted on May 06 2009
The influential US magazine Forbes on Saturday published a list of the world's cleanest countries, ranked according to an index called Environmental Performance Index, developed by Columbia and Yale Universities. Croatia ranked 20th on the global scale and first in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
With an Environmental Performance Index (EPI) score of 84.6 out of 100, Croatia takes 20th place on the list of the cleanest countries. The list is topped by Switzerland and Scandinavian countries. Interestingly, fourteen European countries are among the 20 cleanest.
Posted on Mar 30 2009
Yacht-Pool Croatia, the leading Croatian insurer in all types of maritime insurance, introduced a comprehensive package policy for navigators and skippers who sail on rented boats. This kind of policy that is specifically tailored for the enthusiasts of the nautical tourism hasn’t been offered in Croatia until now.
Croatian and foreign yachtsmen i.e. clients of the yacht charter agencies, before starting cruising on the Adriatic, through the Yacht-Pool Croatia can specify a policy that will insure them and the members of their crew from many possible different events . The policy can be arranged to be valid from the moment when the holiday has been paid until disembarkation from chartered vessel.
Posted on Mar 25 2009
The readers of the Spanish issue of the Conde Nast Traveler magazine has awarded the first prize to the "islands of the Croatian Adriatic" in the category of the most beautiful islands in the world. Readers of the magazine in voted in fifteen categories, for the best city hotel, best resort, best wellness-central, the best destination, beautiful city, beautiful island, the best airline company and others.
Posted on Mar 08 2009
General
Republic of Croatia covers an area of 56,542 sq. km, and its territorial waters cover 31,067 sq. km. The coastline including the islands is 5,835 km long. It has 718 islands, 389 cliffs and 78 reefs. Out of 67 inhabited islands with 130,000 inhabitants, the biggest are Krk and Cres. According to the latest census, Croatia has a population of 4,381,352 inhabitants.
Language
The official language is Croatian, written in the Roman script. In Croatia English language is taught in elementary school hence the most of Croatians speak English well. In the northern regions, the way of life is typically Central European, whereas in the South it is Mediterranean.
Posted on Feb 26 2009
The Croatian Government adopted a strategy for the promotion of nautical tourism over the next ten years, according to which no more than 15,000 berths would be built during that period, as opposed to 33,000 as initially planned by regional authorities.
The strategy specifies 15 top locations, which are: Rovinj, Pula - St. Katharine, Rijeka - Porto Baros, Novalja, Pakostane, Zadar, Sibenik - Mandalina, Dugi Rat, Split - Znjan, Marina, Vis, Dubrovnik - Gruz, Slano, Orebic and Vela Luka.
Posted on Feb 16 2009
After being noticed by the Google Earth users, the small heart-shaped island in the Pasman channel on the Croatian Adriatic has become a hit destination for a day of falling in love.
Since being discovered by Google Earth and featuring on ABC and CNN TV networks one of the co-owners Vlado Juresko received numerous applications from couples all over the world to spend Valentine’s Day on the island.
'Sound is incredible. I think this is the most perfect island in the shape of heart in the world, "said Vlado Juresko, whose family owns about 130,000 square meters on the island Galesnjak, now known as the Island of love.
Posted on Feb 10 2009
The Croatian Ministry for Environment has published its annual report for 2008 on the quality of the sea water on the Croatian Adriatic beaches.
Testing took place on 890 points across the Croatian Adriatic and no point of polluted sea water has been found. The sea water in Croatian Adriatic is more than suitable for swimming and of high quality that meets the stringent criteria laid down by the international guidelines on the quality of water on sea/ocean beaches.
Posted on Feb 04 2009
Croatian resorts this summer season will be better connected with Scandinavia by direct flights from the Nordic countries.
This season Copenhagen, Oslo and Helsinki will be regularly connected with Split and Dubrovnik. Norway budget airline Norwegian Air and Danish Cimber Air took over flight from failed Iceland airline Sterling from the Danish capital to Croatia.
Posted on Jan 31 2009
British newspaper "Mirror" selected Croatia, Egypt, Turkey and Hungary as the most attractive and the coolest destinations for British tourists for this year.
"Mirror" claims that, because of the global financial crises if holidaying in one of these four countries you’ll get the best value for your money. Although Greece and Spain remain high on the holiday wish list, the real bargains are outside the Euro Zone (countries where Euro is not in use), where you can enjoy the sun, sea and fine food for much less.
Posted on Jan 18 2009
The absolutely stunning Croatian National Park Plitvice Lakes is in the competition for the new seven Wonders of Nature. The only Croatian candidate is in the running for the title of the miracles of nature, together with other 261 nominated nature sites from 222 countries around the world.
Plitvice, among others also competes with Mount Everest, Loch Ness, Grand Canyon, Kalahari, Victoria falls etc.
Posted on Jan 09 2009
British no frills airline company Easyjet has announced four new routes to Dubrovnik starting in 2009. From 1st of May 2009 Easyjet will fly four times a week from Gatwick airport to Dubrovnik, on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Three times a week Liverpool - Dubrovnik route, opens 2nd of June 2009.
Posted on Dec 23 2008
No yachting event in the world attracts such huge media coverage, except, of course, the America’s Cup and the Volvo Ocean Race.
Over 100 entries are gearing up to contest the 64th Rolex Sydney Hobart Race on Boxing Day. The second largest fleet in a decade includes entries from Australia, France, Germany, Netherlands, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Switzerland, UK & US.
Posted on Dec 17 2008
Only in the Americas Cup could a deadline fall due for a regatta, of record numbers, that might never be held.
Only in the Americas Cup could a multi-million dollar, 90-foot, cutting edge racing trimaran continue zipping around the ocean in training for a race that may never come.
Posted on Dec 12 2008
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Name : Russell Coutts
Nationality : New Zealand
Date of Birth : 01. March, 1962, Wellington, New Zealand
Academic background : The University of Auckland, Bachelor of Engineering
Posted on Dec 09 2008
Croatian foreign tourist arrivals were up a strong 7.5% year-on-year to 9.3 million comparing to 2007, resulting in one of the best tourist seasons on record in Croatia. Latest data for the first two months of 2008 show foreign arrivals up an impressive 21% to some 126,000. Domestic tourism, meanwhile, recorded a more modest growth rate of 5% in the period January to February 2008. Forecast Scenario Real GDP growth in Croatia this year will be the highest this decade, at an estimated 5.9%.
Posted on Dec 06 2008
One of the world's most famous and successful racing sailors, having competed and been successful in Olympic events, America’s Cup and many different offshore races.
Conner won the America's Cup four times, in 1974, 1980, 1987 and1988, but was also the first man to ever lose the cup to a challenger, Alan Bond's Australia II in 1983.
Posted on Dec 04 2008
The latest numbers show that as a holiday destination Croatia is very attractive to the charter industry. The great potential of nautical tourism in Croatia can be attributed to almost a thousand nautical miles of the beautiful Adriatic coast (including 1,185 easily accessible islands) and a mild Mediterranean climate that allows for at least a six-month period for comfortable sailing and cruising.
Posted on Dec 02 2008
The above advices are valid for a normal storm when winds are up to 10 knots in strength. For anything above that your strategy must and will change. But in any case the best advice is to use common sense and if in doubt - don't go out.
1. Check the weather forecast. You need to know what weather you can expect before you leave the marina and during your time at the sea. Although this is obvious and common sense thinking, still, it is incredible how many ships leave port without that particular information. You can get the latest weather forecast information in the marinas, on the Internet, over the VHF stations etc ...
Posted on Nov 30 2008
ACI is the biggest chain of internationally recognised marinas on the Adriatic. ACI i.e. Adriatic Croatia International club opened its first marina 25 years ago, on 1st July 1983. It was an answer to the more pronounced nautical presence in the Adriatic. Thus a chain of marinas along the Croatian Adriatic with high-quality standard service was created. Today, the ACI system has 21 marinas from the northernmost - in Umag to the southernmost - in Dubrovnik.
Posted on Nov 28 2008
Many people deeply regret not taking out travel insurance. They think their credit card accident cover, home insurance, or private health cover is sufficient.
Accidents do happen and here is a simple travel insurance guide to avoid extremely expensive and unpleasant situations that can turn the holiday of your dreams to a real nightmare.
Remember: No Embassy or High Commission of any country will help you financially, so you need to be fully covered.
Posted on Nov 27 2008
It is a real challenge to construct a boat that is fully balanced, equipped with high quality equipment, reasonably priced and demonstrating excellent relationship between quality and investment. It seems that Jakopin Brothers have done it.
The final result is Salona 34 an elegant, middle class sail boat for both regattas and family cruising.
Posted on Nov 26 2008
Continuing on our story about Michael Perham, 16, who hopes to become the youngest, solo, non-stop circumnavigator struck first problems this afternoon...or at the latest tomorrow morning.
Having left Falmouth last Tuesday, Perham was forced to stop in Cascais, Portugal on Friday, with autopilot problems.Michael hopes to be under way again tomorrow; however, the schedule has changed a bit now. Iif he wishes to go round non-stop which now means from Cascais to Cascais.
Posted on Nov 25 2008
Marine Insurance claims statistics contain many stories of engines that froze and failed after skippers failed to prepare the engine for winter properly. Generally, engine blocks that freeze and crack are not covered by a boat’s insurance policy.
Papering the engine for winter is one job that is truly critical; follow the steps below and consult your manual for specifics.
Posted on Nov 24 2008
Dubai Marina Yacht clubhouse, located along the Dubai Marina canal, opened its doors this week. It will provide boat-owners with membership while the public will be able to access marine-themed restaurants and retail outlets.
Billed as the port authority for all operations and berthing along the 3.5km Dubai Marina canal the Dubai Marina Yacht Club will cater to over 500 yachts from 10 to 35 meters in length.
Posted on Nov 23 2008
US challenger Oracle reacted positively this week to the announcement of an agreement on new rules for the next America's Cup that may help resolve its legal battle with Swiss champions Alinghi.
On the meeting in Geneva last week Alinghi representatives held talks with 10 of the 12 challengers for the 33rd edition of the yachting's most prestigious event.
Posted on Nov 22 2008
International Committee for fair play awarded prestigious award "Trophy Pierre de Coubertin" to the Croatian yachtsmen Petar Cupac and Pavle Kostov. Also awarded is their trainer Ivan Bulaja.
Two young sailors in 49er class received the award for lending their sailing boats for the final round to the Danish crew whose boat was damaged by wind. The Danish crew then sailed to win a golden medal in at the Olympic Games in Beijing 2008.
Posted on Nov 21 2008
Team of the renowned tourist guide Rough Guides was full of praise and compliments for Croatia in its latest issue.
Croatia is a "high quality tourist destination" was stated in the 25th anniversary special edition of this world's most famous tourist guides - Rough Guides. .
This particular edition of Rough Guide published on the occasion of its 25 years in publication is a special collection of the "25 best experiences", of which Croatia is mentioned in two of these "experiences".
Posted on Nov 20 2008
Frenchman Thomas Coville started his race with the clock yesterday on board 105-foot maxi-trimaran Sodeb'O. He crossed the start line in his bid against the clock yesterday at 13:54:14.
To break the record he needs to beat Francis Joyon's record of 57 days, 13 hours, 34 minutes and 6 seconds. Thomas Coville unsuccessfully attempted to break the record on December 17, 2007 but he retired after 20th day of his campaign, after discovering his starboard float was damaged.
Posted on Nov 19 2008
In the study conducted by the online travel agency lastminute.com, in which 5000 people participated Brits have voted Croatian women as the most beautiful in the World.
Basically the study was a quiz on a general knowledge of cities, flags, natural beauty and cultural heritage. However the respondent’s answers were given by their own personal travel experiences the study brings other conclusions such as the trend in travelling habits of the British people.
Posted on Nov 18 2008
A young Englishman Michael Perham, aged barely 16 years will attempt to sail around the world.
Michael Perham originally from Hertfordshire District in England set sails on his 40,000 kilometres long around the world trip on Saturday from Portsmouth, on the south coast of England.
At his 15m long vessel he’ll be carrying about ton of special equipment and food and other necessities for a journey that should, according to his calculations, take about four and half months.
Posted on Nov 17 2008
If you find yourself around the Adriatic this autumn/winter you should know that from 1 October 2008, ferries and passenger ships along the Croatian Adriatic coast will run less frequently according to autumn/winter, out of tourist season timetable. The timetable is valid until 31 May 2009.
Posted on Nov 17 2008
Alain Thebault and his crew on Wednesday improved their performance and set two new records of their own
- An average of 43.09 knots in a length of just over one nautical mile
- An average of 46.146 knots over 500 meters
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