Luxury motor yacht sailing charter is a popular option in spring. The Mediterranean offers a great opportunity to enjoy the luxurious summer season. For those unfamiliar with the ‘land of a thousand islands’, Croatia dominates the jewel-like Adriatic with over 1500km of coastline, 78 inhabited islands plus hundreds of smaller islets and reefs. Visitors are sure to discover their hidden paradises while island-hopping aboard a charter yacht crewed by professionals.
Due to the area’s Jugo (southwind) and Bura(northwind), a motor yacht is a great choice. Many of the boats are also crewed with local Croatians, who have extensive knowledge about where to find the most beautiful natural surroundings and how to enjoy the rich history, culture, and food.
Croatia is proud of its long tradition in yacht building. This heritage has been handed down through generations. Since the beginning of the 19th century, Croatia’s craftsmen have built high-quality yachts, both for commercial and leisure purposes. Today, local builders and owners are creating luxury motor sailers for yacht charters, creating a new generation of vessels.
Scorpios owner, who will soon launch the yacht S/Y Scorpios, reflects local pride. He said that “our family is 13 generations old in this area so this is a driving force.” Scorpios is more than a yacht. It’s about giving back, creating opportunities, and showing our guests the country.
Once you’ve chosen the travel companions of your choice, selected Croatia as the destination and engaged the assistance of a charter broker in selecting your luxury yacht, now it’s time to plan your itinerary. Here’s a Croatian guide that will show you how to maximize your vacation.
Because of its close proximity to Rome, Istria’s northern peninsula has an Italian influence. The area is also easily connected by sea with the rest of Europe, making it a great starting point for charter vacations. This area is most well-known for its scenic cliff-edge fortifications such as Rovinj. It’s home to many writers and artists, UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Pula amphitheatre and Porec basilica (6th century). It overlooks the port and is home to outstanding restaurants, bars, boutiques, and an international film festival. Brijuni is the ideal place for hikers. A small number of islands are located just offshore the coast and make for an unforgettable day of anchorage.
The islands of Cres, and Krk, which are nestled along the curving coastline of the Kvarner Riviera, will be visible from the south tip of Istria. Opatija was once an important European destination. The 12 km Lungomare promenade is the best place to see amongst the stunning water-front villas, hotels and other attractions. The crew will make reservations for you at top restaurants and bars if you anchor here overnight. They can also ensure your safe return to board.
Krk, the more active of the two islands, has been home to the Franciscans since the 15th century. Their monastery at Kosljun is now a museum and one of the largest cultural centers in Croatia. Cres has less development, but boasts deep northern bays and is an excellent place for wildlife, including the rare Cres vulture. It is also home to many other species. You can anchor off one of the beautiful beaches to spend the afternoon snorkelling, swimming or using the boat’s water toys. Then you will be served by an onboard chef a delicious dinner.
Charter yachts allow you to explore the Mediterranean’s most stunning remote areas, while being free from the constraints of ferry times or road conditions. This area, known as the Dalmatian Coast, runs from Rab to the Bay of Kotor south near the border with Montenegro. It is probably the most well-known part of Croatia. Zadar (and its adjacent otok) are some of the most popular cities along the coast. Split, an ancient Roman capital, is also a hot spot for nightlife, chic shopping, and nightlife. Dubrovnik is a beautiful, historic city. George Bernard Shaw once stated that those who want to find paradise on Earth must visit Dubrovnik. It is home to a mix of modern and historic cultures. In August, the city hosts the Dubrovnik Summer Festival. Here musicians, dancers, and theatre groups take part.
Zadar, Croatia’s cultural capital is known for its charming Old Town and Archaeological Museum. The restaurants in and around the city are also famed for their Northern Dalmatian cuisine such as peka (a kind of stew) served with garlic and wine-infused octopus, Pršut a local air-dried prosciutto made using local salt from Nin and bluefin Tuna, sustainably caught around the nearby islands. The luxury yachts can be easily accessed the Kornati Nation Park. It is an uninhabited marine park where you will find dolphins swimming, lizards and almost 70 butterfly species. A number of yachts can be set up to SCUBA dive with qualified dive instructors as part the crew. This makes it a great way to spend an afternoon on the reef. Private tours to inland destinations such as Plitvička Lakes National Park, famed for its terraced lakes and Croatia’s highest waterfall can also be organised by the onboard crew.
Split is a day-long cruise that can take you to any of the many sheltered bays along the route. Here lunches can either be taken onboard or served at a table on the beach, while the sea breeze cools off. Split, a lively city, is where history meets modernity. The Diocletian Palace, designer shops and high-end restaurants are just a few of the many highlights.
Some of Croatia’s most beautiful and exclusive islands can be found in this part of the Dalmatian Coast. Brac has Zlatni Rat (“The Golden Horn”), a beautiful stretch of sandy shoreline near Bol. Meanwhile, Hvar has gained a reputation for being an upmarket destination favoured by the rich and famous with Prince Harry and Jay Z & Beyonce have visited in recent years. Hvar has many charms. The island’s lush vegetation is known for its sweet scents in spring when lavender oil is produced.
Dubrovnik is the last stop for charter yacht vacations on the Croatian Coast. Also known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, it’s a popular destination. This city was given UNESCO World Heritage Site status by 1979. It is home to a lot of baroque, renaissance, and gothic architecture, and also has a rich marine trade history. It served as the sole rival to the city-state Venice in the Middle Ages. It also hosted many famous playwrights and poets during its incredible development over the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Culture is still the mainstay of the city, thanks to the lively summer festival and the vibrant theatre and music scene, as well as the myriad bars, restaurants, clubs, and theatres that are all within its walls. Dubrovnik, a city that is easy to find and the ideal place to finish a luxury charter vacation in Croatia, makes it incredibly convenient.
Croatia offers a portal to beautiful Mediterranean locales. Charters can be extended to Montenegro and even Albania, or into the Italian resort of Trieste or floating city of Venice.
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- Trina Whates Author
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