Adriatic Sea

Šešula bay

Šešula – a Calm Bay on Šolta Island

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Šešula is a small bay on the Croatian island of Šolta. It is popular among lovers of sailing because it is deep enough to protect from all winds. The old-fashioned way of anchoring with tying the stern ashore is still possible in the deepest and the calmest cove of the bay. A very good restaurant called Šišmiš is situated in the bay. Make sure you try their fish dishes, just announce your arrival in advance. They will even assist you with mooring and offer you free overnight stay on a buoy after the dinner.

The Oldest Sailing Race

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Rota Palagruzona or the Route of Palagruža first took place on June 12th 1593. A typical fishing boat at that time was gajeta falkuša, a traditional Adriatic wooden boat powered by both sails and pedals. Thanks to a few tradition lovers and enthusiasts the route has been revitalized.

Has Winter Finally Come to an End?

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Every culture, region, or community have their own legends, beliefs and experience which help them establish when one season of the year ends, and another begins. The same goes for people whose livelihoods depend on nature. Better than anyone else, they have learned to predict the weather and recognize the shift of the seasons. This post talks about such people in the coastal region of Croatia.

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Konoba Pol Murvu Vis

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The coast of the Adriatic is full of restaurants and taverns. Many of them offer excellent seafood and are definitely worth visiting, but only few of them have that certain something which will make you feel like you have stepped in a travel machine and arrived to the old Mediterranean. One of such restaurants can be found on Vis.

Weather Forecast for Summer in Croatia 2015

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According to long-term seasonal weather forecasts, this summer in the Adriatic will be exceptionally warm and sunny. This means that the weather will be substantially different from the last year’s weather, characterized by constant rains and bad temperatures. This news will satisfy all visitors who are planning to charter a yacht and sail the Croatian Adriatic!

ACI Šimuni – a Safe Berth on an Interesting Island

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Pag is one of the most interesting islands on the Croatian coast. It is situated in the area between the Northern and Southern Adriatic regions, which have both influenced the island’s culture. The unique position of the island makes Pag an excellent starting point for a sailing journey, although many will want to stay on the island thanks to its fantastic club life.