Croatian and foreign influencers are set to discover the most attractive locations across Split-Dalmatia County over a four day period
1st - 4rd 2022.
As part of the #CentralDalmatiaPower marketing project, the Split-Dalmatia County Tourist Board is organising the ‘’First International Meeting of Tourist Influencers’’ as part of the launch of a brand new destination campaign. This particular campaign will, in all respects, be entirely different from all previous ones. Around thirty tourist influencers will be staying in Central Dalmatia from June the 1st to the 4th, 2022, in order to promote the beauty of this region in the digital world. The protagonists of this destination campaign are Croatian influencers Ella Dvornik Pearce and Goran Jović.
Thirty international and Croatian influencers will spend five days in Split-Dalmatia County
These influencers from both home and abroad are followed by millions of people on social media, and their potential reach is up to ten million people. The ambassadors of the campaign are the successful blogger Ella Dvornik Pearce and the famous Croatian travel writer Goran Jović. For three days, this group of Croatian and foreign tourist influencers will discover the most interesting attractions Split-Dalmatia County has to offer, and on social media, they’ll put Central Dalmatia in focus via various digital channels and attract some of the world's most important media publications.
THE ITINERARY OF THE FIRST INTERNATIONAL MEETING OF TOURIST INFLUENCERS IN SPLIT
Arrival in the morning / during the day at 1st of June, 2022, at Hotel Lav in Split
The 1st of June: (Split, Klis)
12:00 - 13:00 - A tour of Split with a guide, photography on Peristyle with Diocletian's Guard (Split Tourist Board)
14:30 - Lunch at Vidilica
16:30 - 18:00 - A break at the hotel
19:00 - Dinner and wine tasting with the finalists of Masterchef at Klis Fortress, socialising and getting better acquainted with historical unit of the Klis uskoks, as well as some archery
The 2nd of June: (A visit to the County Prefect and various county departments, a round table)
09:00 - The influencers will visit Split-Dalmatia County, talk with Prefect Blaženko Boban and his deputies, have a short question time and see a presentation of some major county projects
10:30 - 13:30 - A round table at Hotel Lav
"THE INFLUENCE OF TOURISM INFLUENCERS ON THE TOURISM INDUSTRY"
Programme:
A welcome speech by the organiser, the director of the Tourist Board of Split-Dalmatia County, Joško Stella, and the editor of the Croatia Hot Spots magazine, Maja Zlokić
1. #CentralDalmatiaPower - A presentation of the campaign and the project - The director of the Split-Dalmatia County Tourist Board, Joško Stella
2. The Croatian National Tourist Board (CNTB) - Influencer marketing
1. The influence of popular social cultures on the tourism industry - The head of the New Media Department at the Faculty of Political Science in Zagreb - Domagoj Bebić
2. The importance of influencer marketing in choosing a destination - Photographer, humanitarian and adventurer, Goran Jović
3. Influencers - A new generation of entrepreneurs, cooperation with the tourism industry - The most popular Croatian influencer, Ella Dvornik Pearce
4. A presentation of the #ShareIstria project - The director of the Istria County Tourist Board, Denis Ivošević
12:30 -13.30 - A round table
14:00 - Lunch at the hotel
17:00 - A visit to the WTA tournament, an exhibition match with tennis players 19:00 - A visit to the Biokovo Skywalk, Dinner
The 3rd of June: (Bol - Hvar)
09:00 – Ferry from Split – Supete, Supetar Bol transfer
11:00 - Photographing and searching for the stone of happiness on Zlatni rat (Golden horn) beach
12:00 - Wine tasting and catering at Stina winery
14:00 - Departure for Hvar
15:00 - Arrival in Hvar, followed by a tour of the Hvar Theatre and Arsenal
16:00- 19:00 - Free time
19:30 - Dinner and socialising at sunset at the Hvar Fortress, an overnight stay
The 4th of June: (The Dalmatian hinterland)
11:00 - Sinj, a tour of the Sinj Alka Museum, photography on Kamičak
13:00 - A visit to Imotski’s stunning Red and Blue Lakes
Supetar - hattrick of tourism awards for our island metropolis!
WHEN A DESTINATION is awarded by professionals, and our island metropolis - Supetar, had this privilege for three years in a row now, then you know that you are in the right place!
In football terms, Supetar achieved a real hattrick, winning three prestigious awards “Sunflower of Rural Tourism” (in Croatian – Suncokret ruralnog turizma) – for the Dolce Vita themed trail and the project "Island Cuisine", yet the most recent Sunflower award was won for its famous Museum of Oil (in Croatian - Muzej uja). So, if you’d like a vacation in the original island ambience, spiced up with traditional delicacies - it's time to buy your ticket for the first available ferry!
... AND UNLOCK YOUR INDIVIDUAL HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE in Supetar. It is, in fact, the new slogan of the Supetar Tourist Board, which combines the head leitmotif of the tourist offer and the emblematic symbol – the key - found in the coat of arms of Supetar town, held by St. Peter, the local saint-patron. Let this creative slogan invite you to do exactly what are the head tourism professionals in Supetar had in mind - explore and create your own personal, tailor made experience of Supetar!
Whether you are a gastronomad, an active holiday fan, a curious visitor in search of attractions, a real party person - or perhaps all of the above, Supetar has something for you! Unlock an active holiday, traditional tastes, cultural heritage, or entertainment, and opt for the facilities and programs according to your affinities!
Another great boost of motivation for this successful destination to expand and improve its offer is also given by significant anniversaries, such as the 25th anniversary of the Supetar Tourist Board, as well as the 110th anniversary of Banje, Supetar’s favorite beach.
PROJECTS WHICH OFFER THE BEST OF BRAČ. Supetar town does not just boast on its glory – the professionals here are very determined to enrich and extend its offer, what is nicely shown in the project of revival of Škrip area, thus presenting the part of the strategy for a more evened-out development of tourism throughout the town. This initiative will especially thrill all fans of protected cultural heritage and original island environments, as an authentic rural unit and many attractive objects (such as Kaštel Cerineo, Kaštel Radojković - Brač Island Museum, St. Jelena Church, St. John the Baptist Church, ancient Roman quarry etc.) will be given a new life. At the same time, it will raise the quality of life of the local population, so the tourism valorization of the said attractions will result in benefits for the entire community.
But that's not all - new and inviting attractions are here to put a wide smile on the faces of active holiday fans – what do you think of a 140-km long walk around the whole island? Namely, it is a praiseworthy project of making the Brač promenade - a pedestrian-hiking trail based on existing macadam paths, which will take you to explore all the most attractive spots on the island (such as Zlatni Rat, Blaca desert, the bays on the south side of the island, Ložišća, Škrip, Museum of Oil, Lovrečina Bay, stonemasons’ school in Pučišća, St. John's Church in Povlja...). Recreation with a dose of intriguing sights, which are genuinely here to encourage guests to find out what's coming up next along the path? If you ask us – a total hit!
A FEW FABULOUS GASTRO STORIES. We do not object to those guests who, when coming to Supetar, are motivated to explore another side of it – the one appealing to the palate. The authenticity, with a small dose of mystique that Brač exudes, has not surpassed the island's local kitchens (in local dialect – kužine), including the ones in Supetar. It is a must to mention that the gastronomy of Brač, apart from the widely known lamb, home-made wines and tasty cheeses and prosciutto, boasts with several dishes that have reached the national list of protected intangible heritage, such as “hrapoćuša” cake, which irresistibly resembles the visual image of Brač karst or the ancient dish made with lamb intestines – “vitalac”.
And speaking of lamb, we cannot skip to mention the splendid rural households on Vidova gora. Already in the olden days, 200 years ago, this was a favorite gathering place for eating, drinking and socializing, and today it is one of the island's hottest gastronomic points, worthy of all recommendations. Namely, only fresh meat will be served here because the hosts do not have a fridge and they prepare meat only when they have guests in arrival!
In addition to lamb, they also have their vineyard with 2500 vines, and produce their own wine, cheese, juices, brandy, vegetables ... Visit this truly unique place and try their grilled or steamed lamb, lamb tripe and of course - the famous “vitalac”!
If you are in search for an excellent way to taste “the best of” gastronomy in Brac, projects and culinary events in Supetar promise a real spectacle for the palate. The Sunflower awarded "Island Cuisine" project started in 2016, with the aim of promoting authentic gastronomy and reviving simple, old and traditional island dishes, taking them back to restaurant tables!
Thanks to this project, in a few rural households, agrotourisms and taverns, you can taste dishes based on healthy, accessible and original ingredients, coming from domestic gardens and olive groves, prepared by tried-and-true recipes that have been carefully guarded by generations of grandmothers on Brač! The Museum of Oil in Škrip is also part of the project, which regularly delights guests from all the corners of the world, familiarizing them with the traditional olive oil production process, which can also be tasted there, along with a variety of original delicacies.
It is sufficient to take a look at the very strict Tripadvisor and convince yourself of the general thrill which this place provokes in guests! The intense aromas of peculiar delicacies are widespread in Supetar especially in April, when the culinary event “Biser mora” (Croatian for “Pearl of the Sea”) is held - it is an international competition of culinary maestros, held in Supetar hotels. Inspired by the diversity of Supetar’s gastronomic delights, what else can we say at the very end, but – bon appetite!
Photo: TB Supetar
Advent on the sunniest island
Hvar has its own Advent too, which includes many events in holiday spirit before and during Christmas holidays. If you wish to spend some of advent weekends, the merriest of all holidays – Christmas or spend a New Year's Eve on a nice place, then coming to the sunniest island in Croatia is the right choice.
This year as well for the locals and their guests advent programme is held in front of Lodge, in small advent houses. Hvar Town, in cooperation with societies, associations and institutions of the town has prepared a programme within which various concerts, shows and performances will be held.
Advent programme started on December 8, and it will last until January 5, 2019. Apart from advent houses on Riva (waterfront) programmes will be held in gallery Arsenal, in Arsenal and in the Cathedral.
Something for everyone
On Wednesday, December 12, 18th Marin Days will be held – musical-stage collage of High School Hvar and Association “Kapja jubavi” in Museum of Franciscan monastery. Two days later, on December 14 in gallery Arsenal musical-stage programme of GSU Stella Maris Hvar will be held, and concert of choir Stella Mari and Stellice and stage game “Waiting for Santa”. Guests are Little Guitar Players.
On Sunday, December 16 in Arsenal a show “You cheat him, but don’t leave him” will be performed, and the days after that you should visit Christmas concert of Musical School Of Josip Hatze in Orlana. For the youngest they have prepared a magical night which will be held on December 18 in the court of kindergarten Vanđela Božitković. On Christmas holly mass will be held in St Stephen’s Cathedral.
In Advent programme every generation will find something for themselves because it abounds in entertaining, cultural, children and sports events. Concerts will be given by town musical society, for youth there are DJ programmes, and various band and musicians will also perform, from Split, Kaštela and Zagreb. Throughout December there will be friendly football matches and sailing match race for amateurs.
A group from Rijela takes Hvar into the New Year
Two days after Christmas, on December 27, semi-finals of 38th New Year’s mini-football tournament will be held, organized by Association for Mini football Hvar. On the last day of this year there will be a special event – 38th navigation regatta memorial Zdravko Roić and finals of 38th New Year’s mini-football tournament.
Day before New Year’s Eve, on December 30, a young Croatian music celebrity Mia Dimšić is having a concert, while people form Hvar and their guest will be taken into new year by Rijeka’s band Super Cover Band. Advent programme on Hvar ends on January 6, 2019 with occasional programme in advent houses.
Come to Hvar, enjoy in diverse musical, sports and cultural programme and step into the new 2019 in your dancing shoes and with a smile on your face!
Photo: TB Hvar
HALF A MILLION OF KOREANS WILL VISIT CROATIA THIS YEAR
Announcement of the XXIII. Winter Olympics in Korean Pyeongchang in 2018
On December 1, 2017 the Korea-Croatia Business Forum was successfully organized in Zagreb by the by the Croatian-Korean Business Club, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Croatia, KOTRA and the Korean Tourism Organization. This years forum was organized under the high auspices of the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Croatia together with the partners Lošinj Hotels & Villas, Qatar Airways, DMC Adriatic and Travel Lounge.
Together with the hosts, the ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Republic of Croatia H.E. Park Won-Sup and the president of the Croatian-Korean Business Club Mr. Zoran Horvat the ceremony was also attented by the Deputy Speaker of the Croatian Parliament academician Željko Reiner, Adviser to the President of the Republic of Croatia Mr. Luka Đurić, Assistant Minister of Tourism Mr. Robert Pende, director of the Zagreb Tourist Board Ms. Martina Bienenfeld, rector of the University of Zagreb professor Damir Boras, Mr. Mladen Vedriš, Mr. Stjepan Roglić, and 150 representatives of Croatian and Korean companies and institutions.
After the introductory speech Mr. Zoran Horvat president of the Croatian-Korean Business Club and the ambassador of the Republic of Korea H.E. Park Won-Sup welcomed all the guests and expressed his satisfaction with the Forum which aims to improve the economic cooperation between Korea and Croatia, which is one of the most important bilateral relations between these two countries.
Assistant Minister of Tourism Robert Pende confirmed the importance of Forum organization which has caused great interest of the Croatian business community. Cooperation between Croatia and Korea has great potential and we believe that in the following years our economy will be even more connected, Pende said.
The Deputy speaker of the Croatian Parliament academician Željko Reiner, pointed out the long standing friendship between Croatia and Korea which is growing every year. He emphasized the importance of developing relations between these two countries in all aspects of human activity, especially in the fields of science, culture and economy.
Key indicators in trade relations between Croatia and Korea were presented by the Secretary General of the Croatian-Korean Business Club Mr. Igor Zgrabljić. He presented the opportunities for Croatian exporting companies considering the structure of Korean imports which include most of the goods and services from the sectors in which Croatia is most competitive. He also presented the figures related to Korean investments in the EU and emphasized that the current situation is a great opportunity for Croatia in the upcoming period.
The Forum continued with the presentation of the representatives of the Agency for Investments and Competitiveness, the Croatian National Tourist Board, the Zagreb Tourist Board and representatives of the Korean Tourism Organization who presented the XXIII. Winter Olympics which will be held in 2018 in Pyeongchang, Korea. In the second part of the Forum more than 50 business meetings were organized between Croatian and Korean tourism companies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQWlC6j1CAQ&feature=youtu.be
Source: YouTube, HRT 1, Dnevnik, December 2017
Photos: www.croatia-korea.com
SEGET – A piece of Mediterranean to cherish in your heart!
A PLACE THAT LIVES FOR TOURISM. Peace that you can rarely find, in combination with the sun and the sea whose beauty is worthy of the most famous summer destinations? That's Seget, an idyllic place for an escape from frenetic every-day life! Foreign guests describe it with a sense of nostalgia – it looks like our favourite summer destination, before it became too noisy and crowded!
You will find many praises for Seget – for hospitality of hosts and their knowledge of foreign languages, and as well for accommodation tidiness and neatness and really great food – guests are delighted by luxurious big meals, especially for breakfast, whether in private accommodation, restaurants in one of the camps like Belvedere, or hotel facilities.
RERFESHING ADDITION. Although it is recognized as an oasis of relaxation, jealously kept as a kind of a secret, Seget had recently been added on maps of active vacation enthusiasts – especially the two-wheeled vacation! To meet the needs of those who prefer somewhat easier bike ride, but also of true adventurists on macadam roads, Seget offers two roads of different difficulty levels – Health road and Napoleon's way – marked by adequate signalization and equipped with all useful objects and contents.
By doing this, Seget Municipality has joined one of the most recent tourist trends in the County – cyclotourism, which attracts all the more enthusiasts. And if together with recreation on land you like sea adventures, you will be pleased to know that ecologic actions of cleaning the underwater are held there, which will definitely make diving experience of those in love with deep sea more pleasant.
BONUS TIP. For a complete sea experience, we certainly recommend you to visit Seget Vranjica and enjoy in concerts and evenings of Dalmatian music, held during summer. It will be a nice way to spice up already magnificent vacation!
Tourist board Seget
www.tz-seget.hr
Photo: TB Seget
SPONZORIRANI ČLANAK
13.1.2017.
5 reasons why Dalmatian hinterland is summer top destination!
DALMATIAN ZAGORA – THE NEWLY DISCOVERED ENTERTAINMENT, ACTIVE VACATIONS AND ATTRACTIONS EMPIRE!
THE FLOURISHING OF TOURISM. The leading people of Dalmatian tourism have realised long ago that Dalmatian Zagora is the undiscovered gem of the region – and rolled up their sleeves!
They introduced a new concept of bycicle routes to this intriguing area of beautiful pristine nature, bringing local specialties to their guests' tables, and moving klapa and sophisticated blues sounds to the town sqares. Apart from the tastily decorated apartments, they welcomed their guests in the increasingly popular luxury homes with swimming pools, and all in all, offered a top-notch service. Read our article and find out why precisely Dalmatian hinterland, tucked away behind the buzz of Split, caught our attention – join us in visiting Dugopolje, Klis, Vrlika, Sinj and Trilj!
- UNIQUE GASTRO EXPERIENCE. Understandably, when it comes to their visit to Dugopolje, gastronomads will firstly choose the treats for the palate! And is there a better idea, than the prosciutto that won numerous local gastronomic contests? The specific taste and the uniform reddish color of the champion delicacy creatively named Smjeli (eng. The Brave) are the result of the strong Dalmatian bura associated with mild exposure to smoke and drying in a natural way.
Check out why this prosciutto won so many gastronomic golden plate awards, and should you prefer some other trophies – the sports ones! – you shouldn't be dissapointed as well! Dugopolje offers a handful of tournaments and races where you can have loads of fun as a spectator or even as a participant!
On June 11, don't miss the Dugopolje Grand Prix - 3rd international road bicycle race organized by cycling club "Marjan" from Split, as well as athletic race at 21 km – the 2nd in the row Dugopolje semi-marathon in September! The fans of the bocce ball tournaments will be thrilled with the 2nd International Bocce Tournament Koprivno 2017, organized by the bocce club „Sokol“ from Dugopolje, while lovers of American football will gladly visit Growth of a game camp (4. – 06.08.). Not a sports fan? You can go shopping at the outlet stores of the Podi Economic Zone, or see the truly wonderful natural phenomenon – Vranjača Cave!
2. THE THRILLS OF TRILJ. A new attraction for lovers of sophisticated music proves that Dalmatian hinterland has a truly quality tourism offer. Thrill Blues Festival (July 14) at the Trilj city park is an epitome of a well-known Latin proverb: nomen est omen – according to the lineup, it sure will be quite exciting! Trilj and Sinj blues forces – „DBLUZ“ and „Ozone“, Eric Sardinas & Big Motor from LA, "Black Mountain" from Kotor, Rijeka's guitarist Hal known all over the world, and the „Sunnysiders“ - band of the artistic director of the festival - musician Boris Hrepić Hrepo, guarantee a top portion of blues!
But, the Trilj novelties do not end here - in June there is also opening of the reconstructed Stari most (eng. Old bridge), the former iron bridge whose construction began in 1878 under the watchful eye of the emperor Franjo Josip I., and the launch of the Cetina beaches project is also expected! If you visit this intriguing place, expect some legendary attractions – both tasty ones (Days of Komin, Pura and Brozin, Gastronomic Folk Festival – July 27) and those to suit all tastes (the indispensable Feast of St. Mihovil, September 29).
There is also a number of possibilities for lovers of nature, adventure and adrenaline (from QUAD adventure, much-adored rafting, kayaking and canoe safari on Cetina river, to the great bicycle tours that will bring you closer to the 600 years old watermills - Grabske mlinice, Kamešnica mountain and Village of Voštane!).
3. WELL-KNOWN BRANDS OF KLIS – THE TASTIEST LAMB DISHES... AND GAME OF THRONES! No fan of the planetary popular „Game of Thrones“ series, would fail to recognize in Klis one of its most emblematic filming locations – the ancient Meereen! Resorceful guides of the „Game of Thrones“ thematic tour will make sure that you don't miss a single detail relevant to the series, and the rocky building located on the very tip of the abrupt and from all sides inaccessible gorge between Mosor and Kozjak, will reward you with a magnificent view of Split and Dalmatia!
The authentic impression of old times can be best experienced during the scenic spectacle „Battle for Klis“ (end of July), but this is merely the only event worth visiting - enjoy the performances and concerts of the Klis Cultural Summer, especially the traditional multipart (klapa) singing! You will soon discover why Klis is much-adored by gastronomads (try its traditional dishes like top-quality lamb, uljenak, lentils, octopus and beans stew!), and by adrenaline enthusiasts too – it hosts two attractive cycling races - the Grebbening and the XCM Atrium spring trophy!
4. VRLIKA – THE PLACE OF THE MOST BELOVED OPERA HERO... AND OF THE TASTIEST FRIED PASTRY IN THE WORLD! The picturesque Vrlika, marked by the mountain, the Cetina River and Lake Peruča, has managed to unite such peculiarities in a relatively small space! It is much loved for its numerous active vacation possibilities - biking, riding, jeep safaris, canoeing, kayaking, rowing, hiking, trekking, hunting and fishing – and it will be especially exciting in June for its unique two-day bike tournament - Camping & Biking Vrlika 2017!
Neither the lovers of sightseeing will be dissapointed here – they will be interested in taking a tour of the Church of St. Salvation (Cro. Sv. Spas) with the oldest bell tower in Croatia (9th century), the archaeological site of Koljani and the Česma from the time of Emperor Franjo Josip. Precisely this is a place of staging the famous „Ero from another world“ opera every July, about a cunning serf who manages to outwit two Turks. This opera over time became a trademark of Vrlika and its ambassador around the world, and it is an incredible experience to watch it in its natural environment! The same goes for the impressive Vrlika silent circle dance, a part of the UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage, but also for the - traditional fried pastry (uštipci)! Do not miss the International fried pastry competition in August, and make some pleasant gastronomic memories! An excellent choice of all these attractions will be available to you during the The evening of Singing, Dancing and Folk Costumes (July 22), while the town atmosphere is definitely most cheerful on October 7 (the Day of the City and the Feast of Our Lady of Rosary).
5. SINJ – HEADING TO HEROIC CITY THIS SUMMER TOO. Sinj is simply irresistible - both to the eye and ear, to the heart and soul – and to the palate too! The city which had ice cream on its menus back in 1838, enchants its visitors with the sophisticated blend of the Mediterranean, Oriental and continental cuisine – and not just gastronomads!
Who could resist the famous arambaše, or delicacies like fried frogs, freshwater crabs buzara, cetina trout, paired with Sinj wines – hrvaština and maraština? And, what is even better, these specialties are the tastiest part of the most celebrated and beloved Sinj manifestations, hugely visited despite the unbearable summer heat – the Sinj Alka and the feast day of Our Lady!
Although for most people these two events are a reason enough to visit this truly special city, many of them also want to take a tour of the Museum of the Sinj Alka, and during the rehearsals preceding the main competition, the city has about 40,000 visitors! Those looking for meditation and peace will gladly visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sinj as well as new thematic trail towards Our Lady's city. It is hard to believe that the quiet and traditional Sinj has a wild adrenaline side, but there you can also go horseback riding, paragliding, enjoy the attractive biking routes or go for a QUAD adventure!
The city also has a sports aerodrome, visited by numerous sailors, sky divers and modellers. There is also a number of competitons – from the „City Challenge“ and „Cetina Adventure“ race (June 3), to the 5th „To the source of Cetina“ („Do izvora Cetine“) bycicle race (June 11), National Sailing Championship (July 2-9), Sinj Air Show (August 19) and the Traditional International Galloping Races in September.
Sinj thought also of music lovers – they will surely enjoy SARS - Alternative Culture Festival (July 21 and 22) and Gljevstock on June 3 - a festival of music, love and socializing! And for July 7, the heroic city has prepared a real treat - the sophisticated rhythms of top musicians - the Sudar Percussion ensemble!
Still in doubt that Dalmatian Zagora can be really exciting? Summer 2017 is a great opportunity to give it a chance to prove you're wrong!
Photo: TB Central Dalmatia, archive of Tourist boards
6 reasons why Bol is “Place to be” this summer!
Do you want to watch a few good tennis matches, or maybe a fashion show; look for a perfect road for a cyclotourist adventure perfect for your personal taste or a location where your favourite music video was shot? Or maybe have a taste of wine from the wine yard on the highest altitude in Croatia, try some of traditional dishes, or even - get married? If the answer to any of these questions is affirmative, we have a perfect destination for you. Stay with our lines and experience Bol!
1. GREAT COMEBACK OF TENNIS AFTER 13 YEARS! To great joy of all sport enthusiasts, Bol is living tennis again! WTA tournament from 125K series, CROATIA BOL OPEN, will bring to this place some new great names, and already it is marked as a great lifestyle event.
In final two Aleksandras have met – Serbian Krunić and Romanian Cadabtu, while exhibitionist “rematch” after 20 years was played between Iva Majoli and Martina Hingis.
. Visit Bol in the second week of Roland Garros, in first half of June, and enjoy in exciting tennis duels, but also in all accompanying contents close to white sport – high quality gastronomy, the sun, the sea, socializing…
2. GREAT STAGE FOR YOUR THE MOST IMPORTANT DAY. Entire Central Dalmatia is a region of exceptional beauty where chapels on belvederes, historical edifices and Mediterranean ambience are ideal scenography for those who are preparing to get married! If you are a part of this group, Bol will definitely meet your demands, since it is a destination distinguished by its sophistication. Your guests will enjoy in elegant cocktail and aperitif bars, summer terraces, pool bars, and evenings under a starry island's sky!
3. CHARIOTS OF FIRE ON GOLDEN CAPE! That Bol goes hand in hand with art, elegance and beauty is proven by numerous beauty contests and fashion photo-sessions held there, and many show-business artists recognized it as an ideal scenography for their videos.
World famous 2Cellos decided to make Golden Cape a great background for their interpretation of the song Chariots of Fire – a theme from the same-named movie, based on a true story of two athletes who, wishing to overcome prejudice and strengthen their beliefs, competed on Olympic Games 1924.
Only a few minutes walk from Golden Cape beach, in the Elaphusa Hotel, another music treat will be held outside high season – Bol Soul Festival (7 – 14 October, 2017) is a real thing for music enthusiasts and those who will become ones!
4. YOU LIKE A GOOD DROP? DISCOVER WINE MAGICC! To really understand how Bol people discovered some kind of wine magic, we have to go back to 1903, when wine from Stina winery in the very centre of the place got its first medal in International Wine Exhibition in Paris!
Hard work of locals is woven into distinctive taste of these wines that ripen in sunny wine yards – many of which are located on very scarce, inaccessible land, which nevertheless gives some of most luxurious wine varieties.
Enjoy in sweet, mild and creamy taste of prošek, abundant bouquet of red and black fruits of plavac mali or bold fruity richness of pošip; and all these wines have already been awarded on international competitions!
5. SEARCH FOR A GRAIN OF ADRENALINE...ON THE SEA AND THE LAND! Bol has good news for those who enjoy in recreation even during the summer. Thanks to ideal atmosphere conditions and steady west wind – maestral, there you can do kiteboarding and windsurfing, and if you prefer sea depths, explore underwater beauties of Bol waters with help of some of diving clubs that offer diving courses and programmes both for beginners and professionals.
To somewhat braver guests we recommend to try to tackle with praised cycling roads and enjoy in a ride with crickets call, romantic bells from local churches and scents of Mediterranean herbs!
7. BOL CULTURAL SUMMER – SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Bol's Summer Nights which are held every Wednesday, theatre shows in Taetrin, night of debut klapas (acappela singing) when klapas for Omiš Klapa Festival are being chosen, Names Festival that unites word, images, sounds, acting and – good food, music-creative festival for the young Graffiti on the gradele (Graffitti on grill)…are only some of wide choice of events in Bol among which everyone can find something for themselves.
While watching materials of these manifestations, one lovely graffiti brought a smile on our face - “Brač on Bo”# – it is a piece of street wisdom which once again showed that Bol is the island's centre of beauty and exclusivity.
Photo: Tz Bol, CZK Bol, 2Cellos, WTA Bol
SOLIN WINTERFEST – Points out the importance of family and life!
14 January - 14 February 2017.
IN THE YOUNGEST TOWN IN CROATIA EXCEPTIONALLY DESIGNED WINTER FESTIVAL AWAITS YOU…and if you visit this town between 14 January and 14 February you will see for this yourselves! Namely, this is one of the rare manifestations that together with promoting cultural, natural and religious heritage of the town – puts basic life values to centre!
WEEK ONE – WATER – it is a part of lovely Solin’s jigsaw puzzle of experiences. Its main stars are jewels of natural heritage: the Jadro River, softmouth trout and very rare swamp cypress! Try to prepare trout in Gastro workshop, take your youngest to Drawing school or Workshop for children with flour from Mlinica, or try to make a natural heritage souvenir in Parać house!
WEEK TWO – MERCY – aims to present religious heritage of Solin – from church of Our Lady of the Island as the oldest Marian shrine in Croatia, to the very beginnings of Christianity on this area!
Visit Solin’s churches ad chapels, attend a lecture about St Duje, or go on a thematic tour of the town called ‘’Tracks of Solin’s martyrs’’!
WEEK THREE – HERITAGE - abounds in contents that raise awareness of the importance of protecting cultural-historical heritage and its quality interpretation!
Participate in archaeological workshops for children and grown-ups, enjoy in Salona sights and City gallery Zvonimir Solin (The Night of Museums), try to make Solinjanka head out of recycled paper or see how good you are in embroidery, knitting and crocheting!
If you have any energy left after all these activities – we recommend a visit to a rock concert!
WEEK FOUR – LOVE – a wonderful final piece of Solin’s jigsaw puzzle. Through making hearts, gifts and cards for Valentine’s Day, tournament in forgotten games, lovely dance party and numerous other contents Solin invites you to celebrate basic life values, for it has always been a town-friend of children and family.
Let’s respond in as greater number as we can, because no matter how cold the winter of 2017 gets, Solin will keep our hearts warm.
More: www.solin-info.com
Photo: TB Solina
TransDinara MTB 2016 – three day adventure through forgotten vast lands of Croatian mountains
The most demanding mountain bike marathon in Croatia and in the region which has in its 2014 edition attracted the attention of both the media and passionate cyclists from 9 different countries. This year it shows its true identity and a place under the sun, not hiding from the potential of becoming one of the most interesting MTB events in this part of Europe. A confirmation of this has already come in the form of a team participation of Ivonne Kraft and Peter Vesel, the winners of last year's Absa Cape Epic!
Even with the showing of the first photographs taken when the organizers of this epic marathon loaded with heavy backpacks went for days long exploration of vast lands of Dinara mountain, the teaser to all those who spend more time looking at the screens of their GPS than mobile phones has been launched. For the experienced eye the atmospheric display of wilderness on the border between the two countries was enough to make it shine with curiosity, and when the concept of this competition led the event to the limits of endurance – for those selected few it was point of no return.
photo 1 / research 2013 / author: TDM team
Dinara, a mountain giant, which reigns over the highest peaks in Croatia, has been almost forgotten since the war for Croatian independence, and those times when it stood under the rumbling tanks, trucks and military boots, being shy, like an elephant behind a twig, hiding her beauty from the public eye, throwing Cetina river and its miraculous spring Glavas as baits, in the hope that no one will look up. Years of war have shaped the Dinara in a deserted mountain, dotted with hundreds of kilometers of steep, rough "roads", on which the ravages of time have left some barely visible forgotten trails. By the way, Dinara is one of the last mountains where you can come across all three large European carnivores: a bear, a wolf and a lynx. The organizers hope that there won't be any close encounters with these animals, but will just in case they will pay an insurance policy on your behalf ... just so you could have a colorful paper to show to the three-member welcome committee. J
photo 2 / research 2013 / author: TDM team
Even though it had given it best to make things difficult for the organizers to master some of its endless, winding paths, in its first edition of the marathon held in September 2014, Dinara was friendly and good to all those who have decided to get to know it. A huge role in the organization had the Croatian Mountain Rescue Service, a strategic partner of the marathon since its inception, whose teams and vehicles were in charge of the safety of competitors in all those hard to reach areas. It should be also noted that TransDinara marathon was introduced as a pilot project of strategic national Tour de Croactive project by Croatian Mountain Rescue Service (systematic development of active tourism in the service of sustainable and balanced development of the Republic of Croatia). The Ministry of Interior took care of the legality of the border crossing between Croatia and Bosnia, as well as for a secure and safe passage of competitors through populated areas. Croatian Air Force was also involved, with their helicopter crew put on call at a nearby helipad. The last but not the least are the host cities Trilj, Sinj, Vrlika and Knin, which have ensured accommodation for the weary competitors, as well as food and friendly entertainment in the evening. The hospitality of the town of Vrlika needs to be mentioned, too, as it was particularly remembered by everyone. The people of this wonderful, small town in the shadow of Svilaja have offered everything they had, and had even closed the traffic through the town for the the perfect atmosphere of the warm summer evening.
The best input on how it all looked in 2014 is available in this promo video on the official marathon website: www.transdinara.com, where you can also find a photo gallery.
photo 3 / the group at the beginning of stage 2. of TDM 2014 / author: Denis Peroš
A look at this year's edition reveals the continuation of the aspirations and wishes of the organizers to lead this marathon in a direction of being a real mountain bike adventure for a limited number of individuals and two-member teams.
TransDinara MTB 2016 specifications:
- 3 days / 3 stages/ September 2-4, 2016.
- 226km of trails with 6500m of overall ascent
- number of participants limited at 100
- 5 categories/ individuals (male and female), two member teams (male, female, mixed)
- obligatory stand alone GPS device (even though, the trails will be marked)
- shared accomondation in gyms, food, and transportation provided
- substantial prize money fund (8.500 EUR)
The event starts on Thursday, September 1st, in Trilj were the arrival of the participants is scheduled, followed by dinner and good night's sleep. The next morning after breakfast, on Friday, September 2nd, the show starts!
Stage 1: Trilj - Kamešnica - Sinj (Vrdovo) / Friday 02.09.
Warm-up day, 82 kilometers with about 2600 meters altitude difference, beneath the peaks of the Kamešnica mountain. A rough dirt road cut up with a demanding singletrack descent, steep climbs, abandoned villages, shepherds and sheep. It's getting a taste of everything that follows in the second day. Competitors finish the stage away from civilization, on the mountain plateau Vrdovo, where the camp with all necessary infrastructure will be set up. A calm night under the stars ensures not only an unforgettable experience and a good quality night's sleep, but also the minimum number of kilometers of asphalt on the second day of competition.
photo 4 / under the clouds, stage 1 TDM 2014/ author: Matej Posavec
Stage 2: Sinj (Vrdovo) - Dinara - Vrlika (Peruča)
Royal stage. The essence of this marathon is presented with this stage! The first year, this stage of the marathon had to be changed practically at the last minute due to the extremely rainy summer and evidently unrecognizable trails, so this year it was changed from the ground up. To present it in figures, it consists of 3000 meters of altitude difference in 94 kilometers of pure MTB experience, with all seasons combined, and all kinds of land and terrain; from the Alpine forests to the lunar surface. Halfway of the stage is located only a few meters below the Lišanjski summit, the second highest peak in Croatia, after which the partcipants are awarded with a singletrack descent into the heart of Dinara. After the adrenaline rush, you are left to struggle with Dinara, its steep gradients that force you to ponder over some of your recent life decisions, the vastness which brings a sense of solitude and smallness of our own existence. Fortunately, this stage does not offer a single tree where you could hang yourself, but after 40 kilometers of ego festival there is a view of Peručko lake before you, to which you're guided by an endless descent, helping you to leave a painfully accumulated 1000 meters of altitude in one breath.
photo 5 / the beginning of the stage 2 descent of TDM 2014 / author: Matej Posavec
Stage 3: Vrlika - Dinara - Knin
After the second day of masochism and pleasant atmosphere in Vrlika, the third day brings all the natural beauty of the foothills of Dinara in meager 50 kilometers with 1000 meters of ascent. The amazing sights available are: abysslike spring of the Cetina river, the river Krčić, the waterfall Krčić, and Knin fortress. A steep climb to this thousand year old fort takes you to the finish line... just like a cherry on top! After you cross the finish line the gala lunch awaits you, followed by an awards ceremony, lying on the grass, hanging out, having a cold beer with a view of all mountain peaks which you've passed, your marathon mates saying they're sorry if they made some mistakes, you shake hands and say "all good, I can't wait to come back again!" ...
Registrations are opened from April 1st on: www.transdinara.com. There you can also find all the relevent information about this unique marathon, and for daily updates go to our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/transdinara
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