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Posted on 17 Apr 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 15 Feb 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 09 Feb 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 17 Jan 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 27 Nov 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 17 Nov 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 04 Nov 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 25 Oct 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 19 Oct 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 28 Sep 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 13 Sep 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 31 Aug 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 27 Aug 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 22 Aug 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 12 Aug 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 30 Jul 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 22 Jul 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 14 Jul 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 02 Jul 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 04 Jun 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 17 May 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 06 May 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 30 Mar 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 25 Mar 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 08 Mar 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 26 Feb 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 16 Feb 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 10 Feb 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 04 Feb 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 31 Jan 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 18 Jan 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 09 Jan 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 23 Dec 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 17 Dec 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 12 Dec 2008
 PERSONAL DETAILS 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 09 Dec 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 06 Dec 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 04 Dec 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 02 Dec 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 30 Nov 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 28 Nov 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 27 Nov 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 26 Nov 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 25 Nov 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 24 Nov 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 23 Nov 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 22 Nov 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 21 Nov 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 20 Nov 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 19 Nov 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 18 Nov 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 17 Nov 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 17 Nov 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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