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Why Croatia

"The gods wanted to crown their creation and on the last day they turned tears, stars and the sea breeze into the isles of Kornati" so said George Bernard Shaw of just a part of the spectacular Croatian coastal islands. These 140 islands, islets and reefs make up the northern part of the cruising grounds available to the yacht charterer. The larger islands between Split and Dubrovnik entice with beautiful tree lined coasts, villages steeped in history, gorgeous beaches and bays, all within the background of coastal mountains dropping straight into the sea. It is no wonder that Croatia is the crossroads of East meeting West and Central Europe meeting the Mediterranean. The ubiquitous myriad historical towns show ancient Rome, Byzantine, Romanesque, Renaissance influence. Such is the experience of the charterer in these crystal clear and remarkably clean waters. Tourist facilities are in full operation, including modern marinas, and the larger towns of Split and Dubrovnik offer some of the best of European cultural events but there are plenty of opportunities to visit the tiny, unspoiled villages with a window on an older way of life. The Croatians will open their hearts to you, showing their welcome with a shy friendliness that is warming and genuine. Language is not a problem as English is spoken to a great extent along the coast and coastal islands.

Sailing Conditions

The waters are deep, clean and welcoming. Winds are moderate for the most part and for most of the spring, summer and fall. There is an occasionally strong north wind called the "Bora" but this only blows for a day or so at a time. Along the coast and on some islands are a series of modern marinas that offer pier space, electricity, fuel, water, laundry, shower and shopping facilities. Other docking facilities include town piers or bays for dropping anchor. And then there are the numerous white sandy beaches for solitude..... The most crowded period is July and August when sailing enthusiasts from Europe flock to the coast but the months of May, June, September and October should not be overlooked for a quieter visit to this unspoiled coast during good weather.

Our Bases

Divine Yachting Destinations, is offering charters out of several bases along the coast 1) in Rovinj in the north, which offers European resorts as well as the lovely northern Kornati Islands, 2) in the 1400 berth Zlatna Luka Marina, just south of Zadar putting you in the middle of the more remote Kornati Islands, and 3) in historical Trogir, just north of the famous town of Spilt built within the walls of Diocletian’s Palace. While charters must begin on a Saturday, there are one-way possibilities from the Zlatna Luka base allowing you to see the best of the coastline and islands all the way to Dubrovnik. Our affiliates include the largest charter operator in Croatia with ten years experience and the fleets include over 70 sailing yachts and small motor boats all fully equipped with all the comforts and equipment you would need. Bareboating is relatively easy here as there are almost no tides, shoals or banks and maneuvering in the ports is not difficult. But we do offer skippers for those who have less or no experience and for those who wish to have a local guide to make the most of the experience.

For general brochures on the country of Croatia, you can contact the Croatian Tourist Bureau at 800-829-4416.

 

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