Croatia

A Firefighting Aircraft Accident?

This post is meant to remind you about maritime safety and communication, especially in firefighting aircraft accident. Following rules and regulations ensures the protection of human life and health. If you see an accident on sea, it is important to report your position and status and wait for further instructions by the commanding officer of search and rescue action.

Krapanj

Sponge Diving on Krapanj

Krapanj is the smallest and lowest among the inhabited islands in the Croatian Adriatic. It has a long tradition of sponge diving. At one point in history, more than 1500 people lived on this island, which also made it the most densely populated island in the Adriatic. It is situated close to Šibenik, which means that it is easy to reach.

Cavtat – the Gate of the Croatian Adriatic

Cavtat, also known as the Gate of the Croatian Adriatic, offers its visitors a warm and cheerful atmosphere. The port is equipped with berths and facilities and can accommodate both small charter sailing yachts and massive mega yachts. Cavtat offers something for everybody: nice restaurants, cocktail bars, casinos, art and history.

Have You Met Captain Runaway Yet?

The legend behind Captain Runaway, a small figurine that I got recently goes something like this. Captain Runaway (Captain Bježo) is in love with his darling Lady of Sugar (Gospa od Cukra). He sails the seas and she makes beautiful cookies waiting for him to get back. In reality, it is a story of every seafarer and his lady, a beautiful story of sharing rather than possessing when being in love.

Sail to Žut, the ‘Yellow’ Island

The Kornati Archipelago is the most striking collection of islands on the Croatian coast. Barren and empty, these islands radiate an otherworldly atmosphere. The island of Žut is the second largest island in the archipelago, with the coastline of 44 km. Geographically, it belongs to the Kornati Archipelago, but not to Kornati National Park.