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Dubrovnik 240 km

Dubrovnik - the medieval town-pearl of South Dalmatia, listed as such in the UNESCO registry of world monumental heritage. This is a town of a long-standing tourist tradition, ready to meet the most sophisticated requests of its visitors. The town of museums and festivals, the town of taverns and restaurants, the place of a mild Mediterranean climate and wonderful landscapes confirms the famous saying of the Irish writer Bernard Shaw: "Those who look for a paradise on earth should come to Dubrovnik." Isn't it a sufficient reason for you to set out for Dubrovnik and verify this statement?

N.P. KRKA 60 km

The Krka National Park is located entirely within the territory of Šibnik-
Knin County and encompasses an area of 109 square kilometers along
the Krka River: two kilometers downriver from Knin to Skradin and the lower part of the Čikola River.
From the flooded part of the mouth, it is 72.5 kilometers in length,
making the Krka the 22nd longest river in Croatia.

The source of the Krka River is at the base of the Dinaric Mountains, 3.5 kilometers northeast of the base of Knin and 22 meters below Topoljski Slap, Veliki Buk and Krčić Slap, which are noisy cascades in the winter but run dry during the summer.More info here

SKRADIN 55 km

You can visit this beatifull town during your visit of National park Krka as it is only a few km from it.

When speaking about the 6000 year long existence of the Skradin area, historians endowed with wisdom search for the reasons of that continuity in its location and geo-strategic position.
History always looks for great and sensible reasons. However, the truth is often much simpler since people and everyday life are smarter than history.

Skradin is simply magical in its each and every detail.
In the loud morning silence that gets under your skin and the stentorian traditional folk klapa singing that touches your heart. In the peace and quiet of the Visovac monastery and the burst of water drops of the Skradinski Buk waterfall.
In each moment of enjoyment of food which has skilfully managed to escape both fridges and freezers which would rob it of its natural aromas and has arrived thoroughly fresh at your table.

Such is Skradin, small, picturesque and filled with flavour, found at a point where the river passionately embraces the sea.
Such is Skradin, at the border of reality and fantasy.
Such is Skradin, perfect, both in past and present.

N.P. PLITVICE 250 km

The natural attributes of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, uniqueness and sensibiliry of that phenomenon, deserve a full attention of our visitors. Recreational aspect of stay and the amazement with beauty of the area that conquers by its natural diversity and harmony of shapes and colours in any of the seasons, is based on many mutually conditioned natural characteristics. That is a specific geological and hydrogeological phenomenon of karst. The series of 16 bigger and a few smaller lakes, gradually lined up, separated by travertine barriers for which the period of the last ten thousand years was crucial, and which were ruled by ecological relations similar to those of today - suitable for travertine depositing and for the origin of the lakes - are the basic phenomenon of the National Park.More informations here

ISLAND HVAR - 1,5 hour ferry drive

One of the most famous islands in Croatia.Meeting point for many international celebrities. The name of the island is without doubt Greek in origin, from Pharos (lighthouse). From it the Romans derived the name Pharia. The Dalmatian Romans then derived from this Fara, and the newly settled Croats in the early Middle Ages changed this to Hvar, as the old Slavonic consonant f was subsumed by the consonant group hv. The Dalmatian Romans, under the influence of Croatian pronunciation in the medieval documents spelt the name as Quara or Quarra.

At the end of the 11th century the Italians called it Lesina, or in Venetian dialect Liesena or Liesna. This was derived from an old Croatian adjective meaning "forest", which actually corresponded to the appearance of the island at the time of the Neretljani. The eastern part of the island, Plame, has the shape of a cutting edge which gets narrower towards "the top of Hvar" and corresponds well to the medieval Venetian name Liesna which means "awl". This is what it looked like to the Venetian seamen who sailed past the island on their way to the Neretva Channel, near the massif of Krajina where threatening pirates were waiting in their lairs.
More informations here

SCENIC ROUTES IN CROATIA

Scenic routes in Croatia - if you really want to enjoy driving your rented or own car than you should save some time for this drive along the coast.I will give you some tips assuming that you have landed on the airport Split in the region of Dalmatia.If you look on the map of Croatia you will see that it is somewhere in th middle of the Croatian coast and for my opinion best place to start exploring Croatia by car.Scenic route Split - Dubrovnik - If you are going south from Split, it is direction to Dubrovnik you will enjoy breathtaking view on the cliffs over Makarska,Brela,Baska Voda,on your right side you will see island Brac and after it, later will see island Korcula.My reccommendation is to take a break near Makarska, in a smal place called Brela, there you will find most beatiful beach in Croatia.Take at least 2 hours to enjoy in it and refresh yourself before you go any further.Dubrovnik is 240 km far away from Split and during the long summer days it is possible to go in Dubrovnik and back in one day but be prepared for slow drive and many many cars.All along that rout there are many private accommodations,apartments for rent and villas so you can always stop and find some accommodation.In summer months is much better if you make a reservation a few months before your arrival as it can be hard to find some good apartment or private house free in last minute.Scenic route Split - Istria.This is another scenic route along the coast,this one goes on the north,to Istria.During this drive you should see Primosten,Sibenik,than Zadar and after that, on your way to windy small town Senj you will have oportunity to enjoy in cristal blue sea on your left side and mighty Velebit mountains on your right side.For those who likes exploring nature there is National Park Paklenica on that route.After Senj you will be approaching Crikvenica and some other small touristic places along the Adriatic coast.After you reach Rijeka you should take a route further to Rovinj and Porec and enjoy in Istria, one of the most famous regions of Croatia.Istria is famous because of its very reach offer of villas with pools and quality apartments for rent and private accommodations.A Split is more than 500 km far away you should consider to reserve some accommodation there before you go back to Split. Scenic route Split - Zagreb.Croatia has a brand new highway, one of the best in Europe in this moment so drive to Zagreb takes only 3 hours (in summer count at least 6 hours).This highway pass through inland of Croatia and gives you oportunity to see Skradin,Lika region and National park Plitvice lake.I will reccommend you to stay one night on Plitvice and give yourself time to enjoy in this real natural wonder.Split is 400 km far away from Zagreb.

Split 30 km

Without hiding their pride, the people of Split will tell you that their city is "the most beautiful one in the world and beyond". You´d better not discuss this with them for well spirited Split will convince you in this as soon as you  discover it! This for ever young city with the population of  about 300,000 that give it its warm Mediterranean temper,  has lived its urban rhythm for as long as 1700 years, with  its heart in the Diocletian´s Palace and its soul widespread  to embrace you.

Ever since the life of the city protected by the UNESCO  and entered into the register of the World Cultural  Heritage has been writing the history of this unique capital  of Dalmatia. Location and environment
The city of Split is situated in the warmest region of the  northern Mediterranean coast, in the very centre of the  Adriatic eastern coast and in the immediate vicinity of the  rivers Jadro and Žrnovnica that have been watering it for  1700 years. Its mild climate, with 2700 sunny hours per  year, makes it an oasis where, sheltered from the wind, one can enjoy the sun even in wintertime. The industrial,  university, and business centre of the region nourishes its  "green soul" on the hill Marjan situated in the  westernmost part of the peninsula.

Salona 25 km

Salona was a stronghold and a harbour of the Illyrian Delmati which quite early came into the sphere of influence of the Greeks on the Adriatic. Julius Caesar, who was then the governor of Illyricum gave it the rank of a colony (Colonia Martia Julia Salona) - the center of the province of Illyricum and afterwards of the province of Dalmatia. It developed into a cosmopolitan centre of the Adriatic. The high point of its expansion was during the time of Diocletian when it received the honorary title Valeria, which as a family name belonged to the emperor himself. In the period between the IVth and Vlth centuries Salona became an important centre of Christianity. It fell before the onslaught of the Avars and Slavs around the year 641.

Primosten 30 km

Primošten a beautiful and irresistible small town between Šibenik and Split. Primošten was built on an islet which is connected with the land with a bridge, and it has developed itself into a well-known summer resort which has something for everybody.
You will surely become delighted with its long pebble beach and wild high rocks, which precipitate to the sea, as well as with the walking paths around old city walls.

Island Brac-Bol - 1 hour ferry drive

Bol is an attractive summer resort situated on the south shore of the island of Brač, one of the sunniest Adriatic islands.
Not far from Brač lies the beauty queen o the Adriatic beaches - Zlatni rat - a paradise for windsurfers and lovers of water sports. This elongated sandbank consisting of millions tiny grains of sand immerses into the blue open sea with its length of 634 metres!

BRELA - 70 km

Brela beach -American magazine Frobes put this beach on the list of 10 world's most beautiful beaches, where it's ranked 6th in the world and 1st in Europe.
Brela settlement is situated about fifteen kilometres north-west from Makarska. Because of the thick pine forests, long and sand beaches, and fresh water spring, for decades Brela has had an important role in tourism of the seaside around Makarska.

The settlement consists of the older part (Gornja Brela) near the old road in the hill, and the newer part located on the coast (Donja Brela).

In Brela woods and beaches are bathed in brilliant sunshine.The breeze brings the smell of the sea and the odour of aromatic herbs is felt in the air. Seagulls cries are mixed with singing of birds. In 1968 Brela was crowned as "Champion of Jadran" for high achievements in tourist activity. The place is situated by the sea shore, between Biokovo mountain and the island of Brac. Brela is unique in its beauty with marvellous beaches, pine woods, crystal blue sea, Mediterranean climate, sport grounds, marina, ecological surrounding and relaxing peace, top quality service in luxury hotels and private accommodation. All guarantees unforgettable holidays.
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TROGIR DIVING CENTER - 400 meters

Only 400 meters away from the Villa Sunrise you will find the TROGIR DIVING CENTER in a beautiful cove. Equipped with state-of-the-art diving equipment, the Center is located in the small tourist resort of Okrug Gornji, right by the sea.

Miše family established the TROGIR DIVING CENTER 20 years ago. While Miki is an experienced CMAS diving instructor, his wife Angela is in charge of the paperwork, correspondence and bookings. If you choose to visit our center, you will be able to enjoy Angela’s culinary delicacies.

We are proud to say we have beaten time because, after 20 years with you, dear divers, we have managed to preserve the tradition of diving and spending time with you at the TROGIR DIVING CENTER.More info.

QUADE ADVENTURES - 2 km

If you like to explore island of Ciovo, all the hidden bays, than this can be best way to do it.Small group of people organize this kind of adventure and it is getting more and more popular each year.All informations about it you can find in any local travel agency in Trogir and also we usually have some prospects from them too.

BUNGEE ADVENTURES - 50 km

It happens on Sibenik bridge, 40 meters high.

I have tried it and it was great experience for me.If you want to impress your girlfriend first think twice before you decide to do it.Because when you are alone and waiting to jump many people decide to qiut in last moment.Interesting is that there is much more girls who will do it without any problems.

But once you are in the air you will forget all your fears and just enjoy.When I came back on the shore all I wanted is to jump again.What a feeling.BUNGEEEEEEE!!!!!!

More informations here.

RAFTING ON RIVER - 60 km

Rafting on the river Cetina lasts 3-4 hours on a 9 km long route which ends in a restaurant "Radmanove mlinice". All you need to bring with you is a swimming suite, some shoes suitable for water and dry clothes so you can change afterwards. If you want to take pictures we recommend a waterproof camera. It is advisable not to take valuable objects (jewellery, watches) and if you wear glasses tight them by a thin rope.

A guide is assigned to every crew. He will give you all the equipment you need, which includes paddle, helmet and buoyancy aid. You will be also given a quick tutorial for basic rafting skills. This is a pool drop river and on the scale 1-6 it's clasified as a 2-3 which means that the rapids are easy and medium.More info

PARAGLIDING FROM BIOKOVO - 85 km

This is very dangerous sport but it a real adventure too.There are several places in Croatia where you can do that but for me best place is near Makarska town.There is mountain Biokovo where these brave people are going and than going down until they kiss the sea from 2000 meters high.Here are some photos of it.

Soft version of it you can find on main beach in Okrug.You will not fly so high but it is fun too.

ZRCE PARTY - 200 km

If you are young and looking for pure fun, lot of beatifull girls,good croatian beer, then you should come here.It is Croatian version of Ibiza island,fun,fun and nothung but the fun.

Zrce beach is a long, streched, pebbled beach, close to the town of Novalja, situated in the north-eastern part of the island of Pag .
The beach is popular and frequently visited by the locals as well as visitors. It is also popular among young club goers and is reffer to as Ibiza of Croatia. There are three beach clubs, Club Aquarius, Kalypso and Papaya, which are open around the clock during summer. Zrce Beach Party Gallery

CELEBS IN TROGIR

When you come in Trogir, one of the things you will notice and probably would like to photo are many milions worth yachts.Each of them carry some of special guests.For many of them you will never even know that they were in Trogir as they dont even step out from their yachts but some of them like Bernie Ecclestone,Albert of Monaco or Roman Abramovic are returning here alomost every year.Here are photos just some of celebs that were here