Days of the Alka and the Assumption 2018
The residents of Sinj, as well as their dear guests and travellers will have an opportunity to enjoy in the exceptionally rich programme with a long tradition called the Days of the Alka and the Assumption 2018.
The town of Sinj, the Alka Knights Society, the Monastery of Our Lady of Sinj, the Sinj Tourist Board and numerous associations prepared a series of content and valuable events in which everyone can find something for themselves.
Cultural and entertainment events programme consists of diverse events that range from klapa and traditional singing concerts to classical music concerts, local bands concerts, numerous theatre performances and exhibitions and film projections.The magical ambiance of the town of Alka is the best stage. Do not miss the opportunity to watch the premiere of the Alkarska nevista play (The Alka’s Bride) performed by the Sinj Amateur Theatre or the play Opsada Sinja (The Siege of Sinj) as well as Klape Gospi Sinjskoj (Klape to Our Lady of Sinj Festival), traditional concert of spiritual songs devoted to Our Lady of Sinj.
You can taste and buy domestic eco product at the 9th Sinj Village Fair. A diva of world music – Dunja Knebl - with musical ensembles Kololira and Veja will perform under the starry sky on the Kamičak Fort.
A healthy mind in the healthy body – many competitions and sports tournaments will be held during July and August. There will be football and mini football tournaments, basketball, bocca, handball and volleyball tournaments. Don’t forget that there will be a parachute tournament, sports fishing competition, dog exhibition and numerous other events.
The Alka festivities start on August 3 when the Bara takes place. The Alka knights will participate in the Čoja on Aug 4. On Sunday, August 4, the 303rd Alka will be held and the winner will get the Croatian tricolour. The town of Sinj will have an especially festive celebration because the Sinjska Alka coincides with the Day of Victory and the Homeland Thanksgiving Day as well as the Day of Croatian Defenders.
The Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary will gather many believers as always. The votive Holly Masses for pilgrims will be celebrated in the Church of the Miraculous Madonna of Sinj, on the Old Town Fortress and in the Monastery courtyard. The Novena, Holy Rosary and Procession with the Painting of Our Lady of Sinj are special moments for every believer devoted to the Mother of God.
Photo: TB Sinj
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Visit Seget, the star of Trogir's riviera
You have wished for a vacation in a unique serene oasis? Then you should choose Seget, one of the stars of Trogir's riviera and one of 5 the most preferred tourist destinations in Split-Dalmatia County.
Apart from attracting with its appearance because it resembles Diocletian's Palace due to its spatial organization, this place also has a terrific traffic position. Namely, from Seget you can easily and quickly reach national parks like Plitvice Lakes, UNESCO-protected jewels of Split, Šibenik, Trogir and even Dubrovnik.
In Seget you can experience a new dimension of vacation. Together with quality accommodation, the most important thing for the locals and tourists is health and active vacation. Attractive, isn't it? Especially if you won't give up recreation and sports activities even during your vacation!
Visit Seget at any time of the year, in post- or pre-season or during high season. In every moment this place provides you with all the possibilities of active vacation – hiking and cycling roads or water sports.
For start, set out along Health Road and treat yourselves with a beautiful view from peaks Vlaška and St Ilija; if you are bold enough cycle across Napoleon Road, built in 1807 by Napoleon's marshals! For even more adrenaline, reach for a true treat like nearby rafting and zip-line on the Cetina, activities which enjoy a cult status among adrenaline enthusiasts! It will do good to both your physical health and spiritual peace.
Secret trumps up Seget's sleeve
Picturesque Seget has another powerful advantage. Its long and clean sandy beaches are a trade mark of Seget Riviera and a real tourist bate. In accommodation facilities nothing was left to chance. A proof of this is new eco-friendly facility where a return to nature is especially emphasized and guests are offered organic food.
Crystal clear sea and even 2700 sunny hours per year are the best invitation for enjoying in sea joys, in high season but also in post- and pre-season.
Not to leave it all on active vacation, Seget has prepared for its guests even more surprises. Guests who are true sailors can find everything they need in modern equipped ambience of Baotić Marina. At night, be sure to visit some of performances of KUD Lobišnica, like the one on Ojkalica Festival in Prapatnica, while true Dalmatian party you can experience on merry fishermen's nights.
Apart from gastronomic pleasures in grand company, we recommend you to visit some of nicely decorated hotel restaurants or some of numerous taverns in the place. There you can enjoy in autochthonous Dalmatian specialties that can be enriched by great wine and a dessert – fritule, kroštule or rožata.
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Hvar - celebrates 150th anniversary of organized tourism!
As we all know 2018 is a very big year for the town of Hvar, as it celebrates 150 years of organized tourism. Preparations are ongoing since the beginning of the year to celebrate this historic event that will manifest itself through a series of cultural and music events. The multi-day celebration will take place from the 10thuntil the 15th of May at various locations in Hvar.
150 years!
May 15th is the date that the town marks a century and a half of tourist tradition. Undoubtedly the beauty and rich cultural heritage of island Hvar have influenced the beginning of organized tourism since 1868, when the first organized group of tourists arrived in Hvar. After the opening of the exhibition "150 Years of Hvar Tourism" in the Arsenal, there will be a commemorative session at Hotel Riva for the Tourist Board Hvar and their Hvar150 guests. The celebrations will continue in the evening, followed by a concert by Gibonni at the Hvar main square.
6-day event…
The following days are not only important for Hvar’s tourist tradition, but also for the country’s. The focus is on is on the natural and historical heritage that played a crucial role for the development of organized tourism since 1868, when the Hygienic Society was founded. This was what encouraged further development of the tourism branch, turning Hvar into a world-famous tourist destination that it is today.
Super Cover Band, Fashion show, Dance of the Sails, Četiri Tenora…
Enjoy the evenings filled with compelling live performances by Super Cover Band and Četiri Tenora to match the equally fantastic days in Hvar. This weekend, also experience the spectacular Dance of the Sails at the Hvar's port, including a fashion show “Hvar Dress Code” brilliantly designed by Toni Carić Rica.
Počinje brendiranja Hvara
Kulminacija obilježavanja 150. godišnjice organiziranog turizma bit će u utorak, 15, svibnja kada će se održati niz događanja s ciljem isticanja bogate hvarske turističke tradicije. Otvorit će se izložba 150 godina hvarskog turizma u obnovljenoj galeriji u Arsenalu nakon čega će uslijediti svečana sjednica Skupštine Turističke zajednice grada Hvara.
May 11th marks the feast of St. Prošper who was a patron saint of the town.
Throughout the day there are various events that take place, while the entire main square is filled with different stands where locals sell their own produce. Also, be sure to enjoy the different performances, including dancing and singing by the youth of Hvar town.
Later in the evening experience traditional Dalmatian Klapa, a UNESCO protected intangible heritage.
Photo: TB Hvar, Sunčani Hvar
Five "Must see" tourist attractions of Split-Dalmatia County
Croatia is a small country, but rich in natural and cultural-historic values which are revitalised for tourist purposes. Split-Dalmatia County also abounds in attractions, a consequence of turbulent past, but beautiful nature as well. On this area there is a mountain range, with Biokovo as one of the highest mountains in Croatia. It separates continental features of Dalmatian Zagora from Mediterranean beach ambience. Nevertheless, five the most attractive natural and cultural-historic values of Split-Dalmatia County, which have become tourist products, are Diocletian's Palace in Split, ancient Salona in Solin, Golden Cape beach in Bol on the island of Brač, Paklinski islands near Hvar and Blue Cave on Biševo islet near Komiža on the island of Vis.
Split – Diocletian's Palace
At the very heart of Split there is Diocletian’s Palace, one of the best preserved Roman buildings in the world. Former emperor's palace was built as a combination of luxury villa and Roman military camp, divided into four parts with two main streets. This rectangular building had four towers at its corners, four smaller towers on the walls and gates on each side. During centuries, Diocletian’s Palace was restored, and in its cellars today various cultural manifestations are held. Although today's appearance is different from the original one, its contours are still visible and is therefore one of the most interesting buildings of this type in the world.
Solin – ancient Salona
All Dalmatian towns had turbulent history since the ancient times. In today's Solin, only six kilometres from Split, there are remains of ancient town Salona. It was a metropolis of Roman province Dalmatia. At first, it was a costal stronghold and a harbour of Illyrian Delmats. In history, first mention of Salona dates back to 119 year BC, in times of wars between Illyrians and Romans. Today this archaeological site attracts visitors, primarily with remains of former arena and amphitheatre, palace and baths.
Bol – Golden Cape
One of the most beautiful beaches in the world is the Golden Cape, a beach in Bol on the island of Brač. It is also a kind of a natural monument and one of the biggest and the most beautiful natural attractions of the Adriatic. The Cape stretches out 400 metres into the sea, and it emerged by stacking of small stones from Vidova gora hill, which is the highest peak on Adriatic islands. An interesting fact is that, depending on the waves and sea currents, the top of the Golden Cape is constantly changing. Therefore, not rarely the beach can turn to other side during your sunbathing.
Hvar – Paklinski islands
In front of Hvar town there is a group of about twenty islets and rocks – Paklinski islands. People from Hvar call them also Hvar’s islands. They are interesting because, luckily, contemporary tourist change hasn’t touched them yet, so the nature is incredible. This beautiful archipelago is the place for divers because in its underwater there are various species of fish, shells and other sea organisms. Jerolim, Stipanska, Ždrilca, Vlaka and Palmižana are popular tourist excursion points on Paklinski islands..
Jerolim – named after a missing church in late 15th century. There is also famous and traditional Hvar’s naturist beach.
Stipanska – one part is also intended for naturists, equipped with showers and a restaurant.
Ždrilca – a wooded bay with secluded places for relaxed sea and sunbathing.
Vlaka – a village with a church dedicated to St. Clement and a traditional excursion point of Hvar people.
Palmižana – the most famous Hvar’s excursion point with nautical marina, especially interesting for boaters.
Biševo – Blue Cave
On the east side of Biševo islet, not far from Komiža place, there is a natural phenomenon Blue Cave. Through artificially expanded small opening, the cave can be entered with small boats with paddles, so tourists can visit this extraordinary cave. Another opening is under sea surface through which sunlight penetrates and reflects on the cave walls. This way it gets blue colour, while everything in the sea water becomes silvery. Due to all this, Blue Cave is world-famous tourist attraction. The colour of the sea becomes the most interesting around noon, when he sunlight reflects in its interior the most.
These are only some of numerous attractions and possibilities offered by Split-Dalmatia County, destination that is becoming increasingly significant, not only on national, but on a world tourist map as well.
10 Reasons why Split is one of the hottest City Break destinations in the World
Spend an Unforgettable Weekend in The City of Diocletian
City break tourism is becoming increasingly more popular in Europe and across the globe. Guests spend mostly 3 or 4 days in a destination, usually by arranging their own flights & accommodation or as part of various travel packages offered by travel agencies.
Reasons for the popularity of this form of vacation are logical - it does not require too much money and time, it does not need the sun, yet it offers a break from a busy daily routine. Along the extremely popular world megacities, our own towns & cities have proven themselves as exceptionally attractive destinations for city break tourism, which is in constant growth.
Split, the champion-city of Croatian tourism in 2017, originated from the summer palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian - one of the best preserved and most impressive Roman-era monuments in Europe. The city’s historical center was made part of the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979.
Split is a true city break destination, attracting an increasing number of tourists from all over the world year after year. Its unique blend of historical and contemporary features, where the 1700-year-old heritage meet the energetic and irresistible pulse of modern living, creates an almost nowhere-else-to-be-seen seductive invitation for world wonderers. More and more foreign media and bloggers decide to dive into the energies of the World's new must-visit city break destination.
Distinguish yourself as a true city break traveler? Come and take a stroll along the attractions of this “it” city break destination!
1. The magnificent Imperial Palace with Peristyle as the central square, is the most attractive part of the city. In summer months, it becomes crowded with tourists armed with cameras and selfie sticks, particularly at noon, when the changing of Diocletian’s Guard takes place. Visit the unique Vestibule, just a few steps away from the Peristyle - an attraction with amazing acoustics, where traditional Dalmatian a cappella singing by “klapa” ensembles will delight your ears.
Enter the cathedral of Saint Dujam (Saint Dominus) - the former mausoleum of Emperor Diocletian, a brutal persecutor of Christians, which became a cathedral in the 7th century, with sacred altars including relics of Saint Dujam and Saint Stašo (Saint Anastasius), martyrs executed in nearby town of Solin.
After a walk through Diocletian's Palace, you will reach People’s Square or, as the locals call it, “Pjaca”. This is the spot where Split’s social life took place in the Middle Ages. Bonus place to visit on Pjaca- the Gothic City Hall.
2. “Riva” – Split’s longest runway
Diocletian's Palace is filled with must-see attractions, but the sun-bathed Promenade of Split or simply, “Riva”, is a modern-day symbol of the city, adored by the locals as their fav meeting zone. Want to see some of the most beautiful women in the world casually strolling along? Riva is your place to be.
- Play “picigin” at popular Bačvice Beach
Bačvice Beach is Split’s most popular city beach, widely known for "picigin" - a unique game created exactly in this place. Picigin is not just a summer pass time - a group of picigin players, locally called “piciginaši”, gather on almost all sunny days throughout the year, including winter months. After swimming and playing, if the weather served you well, kick back and relax in one of the numerous local lounge bars along the beach.
- Make-a-wish-toe: Tap the right spot on Grgur Ninski’s statue
Do not miss to touch the toe of Grgur Ninski, a masterpiece statue sculpted by Ivan Meštrović, one of Croatia’s most famous classical artists. It is believed to bring you good fortune and ensure your return to our lovely city. The statue is waiting for you on the stairs next to the magnificent Golden Gate – one of the main entrances to the Diocletian’s Palace, which in Roman times led to Salona, the largest Roman town on the eastern Adriatic coast.
5. Savor the moment – selfie time on Mount Marjan
There is something quite seductive, as well as very relaxing, in Split's unique atmosphere and the allure of the lush Mediterranean mood. Such is Mount Marjan, the symbol of the city above which it rises. It is loved by locals as well as visitors or “furešti”, as local people call them. Rare are the ones who come to Split and do not climb up to the most well-known view point on Marjan or “vidilica”, to capture the most glorious view of the city, the harbor, and the nearby islands. Oh, and to make as many selfies as possible.
6.Visit Jupiter’s Temple
Walking through Diocletian's Palace, you will arrive to Jupiter's Temple - dedicated to god Jupiter, the main deity of the ancient Romans. It was built at the end of the 3rd century, in parallel with the construction of the Emperor's Palace, and already in the 6th century, it was converted into a baptistery devoted to Saint John the Baptist. Bonus trivia - the Sphinx at the very entrance of the temple was delivered directly from Egypt, under the orders of the mighty Diocletian.
7.Walk up to Saint Dujam’s bell tower and experience the world’s most beautiful panorama
The 57-meter-high bell tower arises next to the Cathedral and represents the most prominent Dalmatian medieval building as well as Split’s most unique viewpoint, allowing you to enjoy the most spectacular panorama of the entire city.
8. Chilling & shopping for souvenirs in Diocletian's Cellars
As you walk down from Peristyle to the Riva, go through the Diocletian's Cellars, once used as a warehouse for the everyday needs of the inhabitants of the Palace. Nowadays it is one of the most popular tourist spots in Split – scenes from "The Game of Thrones” series were shot here. The Cellars are also home of the city’s most beautiful souvenir shops.
9. Take a fresh snack break at “Pazar”
Split’s main market, “Pazar”, is located at the eastern wall of Diocletian's Palace and it represents one of the most important places of daily life in the city. It is becoming more and more popular among tourists, seeking to sense the true local spirit. The colors, the tastes and the aromas of fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as the sounds, gossip and bargaining, without a doubt, give away that you are standing in the center of the Mediterranean, sensing the true heartbeat of the most beautiful city in the World.
- Go for a walk through the legendary history of “Hajduk” – meet Split’s sports soul
Whether you are a fan of football or not - if you want to get to know the true core of Split, go to Hajduk’s Stadium and club zone, accompanied by an expert guide. Get to know the famous history of this amazing football club, that shares its heartbeat with the people of Split for more than a whole century.Experience the beauty of Split and take the best of it with you. And don’t forget - one weekend is enough to be charmed by Split – and to wish to return to the most beautiful corner of the Adriatic!
4. International historic cities congress in Solin
Meet, share&build
On behalf of the Tourist board of the city of Solin, the hotel President Solin and the city of Solin, it is our great pleasure to welcome you to the „4th. International Historic Cities Congress“.
4th International Historic Cities Congress is first project with that concept, organized in Croatia, under the motto „Meet, share& build“ , which aims to motivate ideas exchange („Meet“ concept) between leaders in tourism industry of historic cities, tourist boards, archaeologists and travel agent representatives.
The share of experiences („Share“ concept) is another objective as well as development of the new tourism products and arrangements by joint engagement of the tourism industry leaders in the destinations („Build“ concept).
In regards to the archaeological park Salona and its status in ancient history, we believe to be the perfect host of this event and we trust you will enjoy the programme we have prepared. This project is financed by European union through INTERREG IPA cross border cooperation Croatia- Bosnia and Herzegovina-Monte Negro 2014-2020 (project RiTour).
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Project is supported and sponsored by: The President of the Republic of Croatia, Mrs. Kolinda Grabar Kitarović, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Tourism, Croatian national tourist board, Tourist board of the Split-Dalmatia County, Split-Dalmatian County, Croatian national chamber association, Croatian association of historic cities, Wüstenrot building society, Perfecta travel agency, Lavanda tourist group, Public cultural institution Zvonimir, City of Split tourist board, City of Split museum, Archaeological Museum Split, Klis tourist board and Klis municipality. We would like to take the opportunity and thank them all for their assistance, support and recognition of this project.
The topic of congress is preservation and intepretation of historic attractions and localities in historic cities throughout Croatia through benchmarking with cities from abroad. Historic periods covered throughout this congress range from prehistoric times to roman times and middle ages.
Our aim is to present cities both from Croatia and abroad from these historic periods, with the emphasis on destination management, in terms of the creative and interpretative presentation of historic sites. The congress gathers professional lecturers from tourism and archaeological profession including Department of Antiquities from Jordan, Italian national tourist board, city of Krakow, tourist board of Ljubljana, representatives of touroperators from Egypt, city of Mostar, Cultural institutions and assocations from Šibenik, Omiš, Solin and Istria and Tourist board of Zagreb.
Apart from lectures, panel discussion will be held on the Education in culture and tourism. Panelists will be professionals from educational and government institutions, employment agency and Ministry of tourism.
We are pleased to state that 2nd year in row, within the congress, the cultural tourism award Plautilla for quality and innovation in management of historic cities will be assigned in three categories:
- BEST cultural tourism product
The award is given to those tourist associations / institutions / companies / crafts etc. with the best tourist product which is characterized by high quality and creative interpretation of cultural and historical heritage. - HISTORICAL TOWN / SITE / FOUNDATION
The award is given to those cities / localities / institutions that have made significant effort in protection and preservation of cultural and historical heritage. - THE BEST CULTURAL TOURISM ITINERARY
The award is given for itineraries with a high quality in interpretation and presentation of cultural and historical heritage of the city or region, and may relate to day trips, or seven-day city break programs.
More info on conditions and application at web page: http://ihc-congress.com/awards/
Since the congress is financed by European Union, the application for congress is free of charge. All information about applications and programme may be found on the congress web page: http://ihc-congress.com/home/
Due to the limited number of participants, please be aware the applicaton should be done as earlier as possible, but not later than March 5th 2018.
We trust your stay will be full of interactions, new knowledge and ideas and will meet your expectations to the fullest extent.
We wish you a warm welcome to Solin, the cradle of ancient and Croatian history.
INTERNATIONAL HISTORIC CITIES CONGRESS
20.-23.03.2018. HOTEL PRESIDENT SOLIN*****
PROGRAMME
Tuesday 20.03.2018.
Arrival
17:00h-19:00h – Registration
19:00h-20:00h – Welcome drink
20:00h-21:00h – Dinner
Wednesday 21.03.2018.
08:00h-08:45h – Registration
08:45h-09:00h – Welcome speech
09:00h-12:10h – Lectures
09:00h-09:25h – Asma Shhaltoug, Head of Engineering and Conservation Directorate, Department of Antiquities, Jordan
Topic: Protection and presentation of cultural heritage of Jordan: New perspectives
09:30h-09:55h – Andrea Colonnelli, Travel trade department and market reserach, Italian national tourist board, Italy
Topic: Italy's historical heritage and cultural tourism
10:00h-10:25 - Andrzej Czaplinski, Department of promotion and tourism, City administration Krakow, Poland
Topic: Presentation and Interpretation of the cultural heritage of Krakow
10:30h - 10:45h – Coffee break
10:45h-11:10h – Mitja Predovnik, assistant managing director, Tourist board Ljubljana. Slovenia
Topic: Strategy of cultural tourism in Ljubljana
11:15h-11:40h – Jakov Vetma, mayor, Municipality of Klis/President of Croatian association of historic cities
Topic: Revalorization of Klis cultural heritage
11:45h-12:10h – Karim Mohsen, Managing Director/Chairman of the Egyptian Tourism Federation, Sylvia Tours, Egypt
Topic: Challenges and experiences in creating and selling cultural and tourism products
12:10h-12:30h – Coffee break
12:30h-14:00 – Panel discusion
Topic: EDUCATION IN CULTURE AND TOURISM
Moderator: Željko Trezner, struč.spec.oec., Vice dean, ASPIRA college
1) Nansi Ivanišević, Director of Department for Education, Culture, Sports, Information and Technical Culture, State Administration Office in Split, Dalmatian County
2) Lidija Petrić, prof. dr.sc., Department of Economics of the National Economy, University of Split, Faculty of Economics Split
3) Tonči Glavina, State Secretary, Ministry of Tourism
4) Zvjezdana Jaman, head of the office of Solin, Croatian Employment Service
5) Helena Cvikl, director, College for Hospitality and Tourism Maribor/Vicepresident of EURHODIP
6) Renata Nevidal, director Carlson Wagonlit Travel, president of Cultural tourism board, Croatian chamber of commerce
14:00h-15:00h – Lunch break
15:00h-17:30h – Included excursion Solin and Klis (Ancient Salona and fortress Klis)
17:30h-19:00h – Free time
19:00h-20:00h – Dinner
20:00h-21:30h – Entertainment – Karaoke party
Thursday 22.03.2018.
09:00h-12:10h – Lectures
09:00h-09:25h – Ivana Mahnić, Expert Assistant/Product Development Department, Zagreb Tourist Board
Topic: Advent in Zagreb
09:30h-09:55h – Gorana Bačelić – Barišić, Director, Public institution in culture – cultural fortress Šibenik
Topic: Development of cultural tourism in the city of Šibenik - revitalization of cultural heritage
10:00h-10:25h – Admira Čustović, Tourism advisor , city of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Topic: City of Mostar - presentation and protection of cultural heritage
10:30h-10:55h –Ana Brničević/Mladen Tomić, Director of Tourism council, Society of Poljica
Topic: Old Poljica principality as a contemporary tourist destination
11:00h-11:15h – Coffee break
11:15h-11:40h – Darko Komšo, Director, Archaeological museum of Istria
Topic: Management, protection and presentation of Pula archeological heritage
11:45h-12:10h – Mario Matijević – Public institution in culture Zvonimir, Solin
Topic: Old croatian heritage of Solin – opportunities and threats in protection and interpretation
12:10h-14:00h – Lunch break
14:00h-17:00h – Included excursion Split (Diocletian palace, City museum)
17:00h-19:00h – Free time
19:00h-20:00h – Award ceremony
20:00h-22:00h – Gala dinner
Friday 23.03.2018.
08:00h-11:00h - Optional excursions (Trogir, Omiš)
Departure
Photo: TB Solin
Hvar -Croatian tourist pearl celebrates 150th anniversary of organized tourism!
The town of Hvar is going to dedicate the entire next year to celebrating grand 150th anniversary of organized tourism
ACCORDING TO EMINENT WORLD TRAVEL PORTALS, there is no world trendsetter who never wanted to visit this glamorous destination! Our domestic Saint Tropez attracts the attention of global media year after year, and it has been put in travel itineraries of world elite – from Hollywood A-listers to members of British royal family!
Almost every respected travel magazine has published a short guide about what to see and visit on Hvar; and we will tell you a secret – if you visit it in 2018, all the chances are you will feel – like a true celebrity! Namely, this is the year when Hvar celebrates a century and a half of tourist tradition, so on this occasion it decided to present itself in a special glow.
Accordingly, it put wild partying to an end with a specially organized campaign – at last, this occasion should be welcomed with dignity! – and like a true destination with strong cultural identity, it made sure that quality contents – are in abundance!
Hvar je oduvijek bio i ostao biser hrvatske turističke ponude, prepoznat zbog UNESCO lokaliteta i nematerijalne baštine, prirodnih ljepota i drugih specifičnosti, te je uvijek na svjetskoj turističkoj karti pozicioniran među pet najvažnijih odredišta u Hrvatskoj. I ove godine pozitivni turistički trendovi se nastavljaju, a jubilarna 150 obljetnica hvarskog turizma za mnoge će biti dodatni ili i novi motivator dolaska u destinaciju.
Hvar has always been a pearl of Croatian tourist offer, recognized for its UNESCO locality and intangible heritage, natural beauties and other specificities, and has always been positioned among top 5 destinations on a tourist map of Croatia. Positive tourist trends continue this year as well, and 150th anniversary of Hvar's tourism is going to be, for many, an additional motif or a new motivation for a visit.
IT HAS COME A LONG WAY since 15 May 1868, when in Hvar Hygienic Association was established. Central festivity of the grand anniversary, symbolically scheduled around this date, will last for even 5 days, while all the events (formal session of Hvar Tourist Board and a special programme on St. Stephen’s square, with gala concert and a reception) are going to have an international character.
During this anniversary year, all attractive Hvar’s locations will open their doors, so seize the opportunity and enjoy in almost kaleidoscopic range of contents!
Take a look at renovated historical Arsenal building with the oldest public theatre in Europe, enjoy in numerous exhibitions (like the one about history of tourism, exhibition of old postcards and photos, Orson Welles in Hvar, Hvar in a Film and others), book promotions and traditional manifestations.
There are some other anniversaries as well: 160 years of Hvar meteorological station, one of the oldest in Europe, 160 years of birth of dactyloscopy inventor – Ivan Vučeetić; so we can freely say that these kind of anniversaries can be found – nowhere else in the world!
CHOOSE ACCOMMODATION OF ROYAL GLOW. Hvar didn’t set aside visual experience – on the contrary! – so with the finishing of waterfront extension for 45 metres, as well as walking path on the west side of town, it is planning reconstruction of some of its most attractive hotels! We believe that with the greatest pleasure you will stay at the Palace Hotel, which will reach its 5th star, first in Hvar. Its construction was helped by Empress Elizabeth (Sissi) so staying in this renovated facility will actually be – royal!
ENJOY LIKE CYCLING SHEIKS. If you like places with great possibilities for active vacation, Hvar has a trump up its sleeve for this as well. The most recent news is that is simply delighted cycling sheiks – renowned UCI team Bahrain Meridu that estimated Hvar to have the best conditions, of all the other places in the world, for their training camp! Whether you are a professional or just recreational, you will enjoy in mild climate that enables two-wheeled adventure throughout the year, with roads of different difficulty levels that pass through idyllic Mediterranean landscape.
. It was exactly this beautiful ambience that delighted this prestigious team, and they noticed right away that Hvar, with cycling, is also perfect for rafting, canoeing, free climbing, trekking, kayak, sailing, diving and many other disciplines.
They also included enjoying in Hvar’s gastro story in their mandatory activities, what we warmly recommend to you, too! Try wines praised by the most appreciated sommeliers and combine them with excellent delicacies of Hvar’s cuisine, which skilfully blends traditional and modern. Get a few bottles of healthy and tasty olive oil, whose production lasts for incredible 2400 years. Do not miss to visit traditional villages, picturesque vine yards and lavender fields!
Experience Hvar in a manner of those who recognize good quality and don’t ask for price and you won’t miss anything of the magnificent experience of staying in this town. Although it celebrates 150 years of organized tourism – bright and diverse tourist future is yet to come.
Photo: TB Hvar, Otillo, Sunčani Hvar hotels
Meet Ston through promotional movies “History on a grain of salt” and “We live it. You will love it! Visit Ston.”
Promotional movies of the Tourist Board of Municipality of Ston represent the richness and beauty of Ston’s history, culture and gastronomy.
The oldest city walls, the most ancient saltwork in Europe, world’s best oysters, the immense Plavac Mali vineyards... all of these are emblematic of Ston, a place of great historical and tourist value that still promotes traditional way of life, calm and quiet. In order to attract tourists and everyone else to this medieval town, and to inspire them to visit this magical place, Ston Tourist Board, through the EU Project "History on the grain of salt", produced two promotional movies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vql1EeKZkq8
These are historical movie “History on a grain of salt” and travel movie “We live it. You will love it! Visit Ston“.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOz9aXMR6XE
Apart from the movie, the Tourist board of Ston printed 15,000 copies of the Ston brochure in English and German, 6,000 copies of leaflets in Croatian and English, and 15 more pieces of posters.
The richness and the beauty of Ston’s history and culture in the promotional movie “History on the grain of salt”.
Historical promotional movie "History on the grain of salt" represents the richness and beauty of Ston’s history and culture, and the past and present of this place artistically intertwined. In the center of the story is the Ston saltwork which dominates the town, and the life has been revolving around it for centuries. But that's not all. The film also features a story of delicious oysters, old olive groves, the magic of wine, as well as the mystics of ancient, 5.5 kilometers long city walls, intertwining history, flavors and scents of Ston with their irresistible charm.
Precisely these beautiful walls offer magnificient views of pools in Ston’s saltwork, where salt is traditionally produced even today. Old customs, such as washing fabrics and children's plays, are replaced by continuous play of the cadres and shadows in order to authentically evoke the blend of history and contemporaneity.
In the tourist movie “We live it. You will love it! Visit Ston” visitors meet the town in a charming way.
In the tourist movie “We live it. You will love it! Visit Ston” visitors and everybody else who wants to experience this wonderful Croatian place, get to know its five main attractions: salt, city walls, oysters, wine and olive trees.
An added emotion is provided by traditional music that extends throughout the film, played on “ljerica”, the authentic musical instrument of the area. Delicious food, unique wine, oysters, salt fields, sound of ljerica and reflection of the sunlight... will surely attract everybody to visit this historic place.
Both films were presented in Ston on February 7th.
Photo: TBO Ston
More: www.ston.hr
The project is co-financed by the EU, from the European Regional Development Fund.
Visit dalmatian "El Camino de Santiago"
Worshippers will set off on the pilgrimage route to the Miraculous Madonna of Sinj on marked paths through picturesque landscapes rich with historical heritage. On their spiritual path to the heavenly mother they will pass relics of old paths and bridges, forts, tombstones, sacred places and buildings, and museums.
The Image of the Miraculous Madonna of Sinj was brought from Rama to Sinj in 1687 by the Franciscans who fled from the Turks. Ever since, the faithful people have been coming to their saviour who, according to the legend, has defended them when they were greatly outnumbered by the enemy in 1715.
Every year thousands of worshipers, especially the youth, set off on a pilgrimage towards the city of Sinj. The event takes place on the nights of the holiday dedicated to Our Lady of Sinj – from August 8th until August 15th, when the central ceremony is held. Accompanied by the sounds of church bells ringing and fanfares, the Image of the Miraculous Madonna of Sinj is brought from the church onto the streets for a grand procession. To carry the Image on one's shoulder represents a great honour.
Worshippers arrive from several directions, mostly from the south, from Solin, and from the north, from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Our Lady of Sinj Route is 148km long spanning from Solin – Sinj – Livno – Tomislavgrad – Rama. It is a pilgrimage used through centuries to travel from several different directions to the largest Madonna sanctuary in southern Croatia. Our Lady of Sinj Route project is approved within the IPA Croatia – Bosnia and Herzegovina project and relies on the traditional walking and riding paths, as well as the abandoned route of Rera, which was once Sinj's railway.
By developing the accompanying infrastructure and raising awareness of immense value of cultural and religious heritage, the Our Lady of Sinj route is slowly superseding local frames and is gaining an international dimension. The route is active throughout the whole year, not just in the period of the holiday.
It is a unique experience to set on an ancient religious journey by foot, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, to find peace and sanctuary in the safety of Our Lady of Sinj.
SPECIAL OFFERS OF SUNČANI HVAR HOTELS – FOR SUMMER THAT NEVER ENDS!
THE END OF SUMMER – ONLY ON CALENDER! On Hvar summer ends only on calendar – this is well known to all travellers and those in love with this island, but also to head people of Sunčani Hvar Hotels – experts in hotel industry. Therefore they have designed attractive offer which will be gladly taken by every connoisseur of Hvar tourist facilities – the one in Indian summer, appropriately named Neverending summer!
EVERYONE WANTS TO SEE HVAR, especially during high summer season, so a visit after hot summer and crowd is – a real privilege! Namely, due to mild climate and very pleasant temperatures, in September you can still bathe, facilities are open, but not too crowdy as in high season, so it seems like a wise thing to book your visit in atypical month as September! Attractive hotels like Pharos, Amfora, Palace and Riva offer 10 % discount for minimum stay of three nights during this period!
MODERN, EXCITING AND ULTRA-POPULAR Sunčani Hvar hotels are a proof that this town profoundly understands tourism. No wonder, since the beginnings of tourism in Hvar can be traced back to 1868, when first professional tourist association was founded here.
Every hotel in Sunčani Hvar chain is worth a visit, but we especially liked the Riva hotel, tucked in century old edifice at the very heart of Hvar's waterfront – centre of all fashionable events. Great impression is strengthened by creatively designed rooms that rely on charm of great movie stars who watch us from cute boards, while the game of light and shadow and bathrooms divided by glass are a guarantee for true relaxation for all those in search for a hotel with a character!
With its attractive pool and huge, classy entrance hall which resembles a scene from some kind of elegant James Bond movie, real movie-like experience is offered by hotel Pharos surrounded with pine trees and olives. Together with its attractive interior it enchants as well with its aura of a place that successfully combines island's atmosphere with other cultures and people! Quality service and outstanding features are characteristic of hotel Amfora and of iconic Palace hotel on elite location of Hvar Pjaca – this is the oldest Hvar's hotel with no expiration date!
ADDITIONAL OFFER. During Hvar's endless summer, tourist packages are available at considerably lower prices in these hotels, but each of them has additional packages which you can choose according to your preferences. Explore Hvar by bike and enjoy in mild island climate and scents of Mediterranean herbs.
You can also cycle in pair and treat yourselves to a chocolate treatment in Sensora Spa facilities in Amfora hotel! Somewhat more romantic guests of Amfora will gladly choose theme package Sailing with sunset, and for a romantic escape from frenetic everyday life visit hotel Adriana and enjoy in champagne, steam bath and nicely decorated rooms.
Whether you are looking for a true Hollywood feeling, fusion of island's and other culture's atmosphere, elite shelter or authentic scent of ancient times, Sunčani Hvar hotels have offer for everyone's taste, and Indian summer, as far as the prices and dates are concerned, is an ideal time to reach for it!
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Sunčani Hvar Hotels Your Hot Spots under the Sun
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STON – HISTORY ON A GRAIN OF SALT FOR BRIGHTER FUTURE!
FACTORS OF TOURIST ATTRACTION. When you have one of the rarest preserved fortification systems that is believed to be the longest wall in Europe, and the second longest in the world (after the Chinese Wall, of course!), wouldn't it be a shame not to make it one of the strongest advantages of your tourist offer?
This is precisely the way leading men of Ston tourism feel, who decided not only to renew their heritage, but to complement it with new programs and contents. This way results of the fight against the biggest problem of national tourism – seasonality, wouldn't be only partial. For a sharp tourist eye there is no doubt here – potential of Ston is too big to keep presenting the sun and the sea as main tourist products, in the presence of impressive walls and wine and gastronomic luxury!
The extent and diversity of this project, called History on a grain of salt, is proven by the colours of its logo, on which every colour symbolizes a specific piece of tourist attraction of this destination (green colour, for example, represents Napoleon' Road and green surfaces, cultural heritage is represented by blue colour, gastronomy with yellow, wine making with dark red and tourism by pink).
Value of this project has been recognized and supported by European funds, while local experts dived into business with a lot of enthusiasm.
Because of this, by March 2019 Veliki Kaštio and Koruna forts should shine in their full glow again, as well as Komarda park and a stretch of south wall of Ston Walls. Ston lapidarium will be renewed, Ston part of Napoleon Road expanded and ''Pelješac – wine empire'' theme road will be upgraded. Furthermore, this valuable cultural heritage will be additionally spiced up with sophisticated wine and gastro offer and special programs.
When we add to all this attractive marketing tools – from city light and Internet advertising, to international tourist fairs and extremely popular social networks – the fastest promotors of attractive destinations, it is clear that Ston has recruited all its tourist forces and that discouraging figures of only 42 days of utilization of local accommodation capacity per year – will soon be forgotten!.
EMBLEMAITC INGREDIENT. In order to become truly recognizable destination and present its guests local history and culture in an interesting way, Ston has, being aware that worthy heritage is not sufficient by itself, decided to breath in - a grain of life! To accomplish this, it used its emblematic factor x, an ingredient that has played a vital role in the history of this destination – and this is, of course, its remarkable salt, so precious in ancient time it was called white gold!
Thus, salt plays the main role in wisely designed program for visitors – Cum grano salis, which can be seen twice a week from June to September. Without any doubt, all those who are interested in presentation of production, harvesting and transportation of salt, building an impressive protection system and artfulness of Dubrovnik's merchants who traded with salt all over the world, will participate in this dramatic interpretation in intriguing ambience of Veliki Kaštio fort, located at the side of Ston Saltworks!
VERSATILE EXPERIENCE. Those who enjoy cultural heritage will attend, with the same amount of interest, another program closely tied to fortification system – night ambience-theatrical (!) tour of Ston sights. Innovative and detail tour of Ston Walls, which includes Veliki Kaštio, Koruna and Podzvizd forts, intriguing locations as Rector's Palace, Bishop's Palace, Main Guard, Placa and cathedral, famous saltworks and dramatized presentation of shellfish farming, is with a good reason called – Secrets of Ston!
Namely, this tour generously offers all its little-known events, legends and hidden places. Before the eyes of even 60 visitors real and fictional characters will come to life, presenting history and former life of this destination – from late antiquity, Nemanjić dynasty and Kotromanić ban, to ties with Dubrovnik Republic.
And as icing on the cake, visitors will be offered traditional delicious refreshment as well as a performance of local cultural association. When we see how much effort and contents have been put into this program, we want to ''teleport'' ourselves to Ston, at least three times a week, and enjoy in this – to eyes, ears and palates – truly pleasant and versatile experience.
STREGHTENING OF CAPACITIES. Ston's determination not to let anything happen by chance, is shown by the effort in educating workers in cultural and tourist sector, and two public debates for wider public whose goal is raising awareness about the importance and potential of cultural heritage. Education for tourist workers is going to be held as carefully designed workshops, which will cover everything – from Ston history and its legends and stories (which will, we believe, be more than familiar to kind Ston's hosts, after they have listened all the lectures) to communication skills and using modern technology in presentation of cultural heritage and presentation skills in serving food and drink! Awareness of the fact that quality offer reaches to local man as a subject in tourism is a strong advantage of this truly ambitious and promising project.
LIKE TRUE NOBLEMEN. Ston attractions in combination with renewable resources, kind, skilful and informed hosts and creative ways of presentation sound more irresistible than ever. When you are able to be proud of specific atmosphere of a Medieval town, walls fortified with forts and towers, the oldest – and still active! – saltworks in entire Europe, refreshing oysters (which conquered even the greatest conqueror – Napoleon!), one of the most renowned wine varieties (legendary Plavac mali), tourist tour that offers the best of the best ; and you manage to wrap it all up in super attractive tourist product…all the chances are that your guests will feel like – true noblemen!
Our impression is that leading men of Ston's tourism were aiming g exactly at this, and to tourist public of the world, it is precisely creative and highly individualised approach to guests what matters the most, together with original and authentic contents. Ston has a trump up its sleeve in all the mentioned categories, so all we can do is wish it a great tourist future!
Photo: TB Ston
www.ston.hr
The project is co-financed the EU from the European Regional Development Fund
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
Seget municipality - disarming dalmatian charm!
SEGET NOVELTIES. Seget Municipality – one of the stars of Trogir maritime zone that resembles spatial organization of Diocletian Palace, is a frequent guest of our pages, so you must know it very well by now! We told you about its fascinating skylines, mystique historical remains, artistic styles similar to those in neighbouring Trogir and possibilities of creating great personalized excursions; but this time we bring you novelties – this centre of family vacation has increased its accommodation capacities with attractive facilities, so if you still aren't seduced with its Mediterranean charm, give it a chance to enchant you – this summer!
NEW DIMENSION OF VACATION. New and refreshing addition to already exceptional quality offer of Seget accommodation is attractive 4 stars Hotel Ola with 50 rooms and 2 luxury suites. Here priority is - health, and of this you will become aware right at the first glance of its web pages. Everything has been take into concern – from high quality mattresses in rooms designed according to high eco standards, to paleo/LCHF diet supported by herbs and groceries from their own garden!
Knowing how much world tourist public appreciates environmentally conscious facilities turned to nature and organic food, we can already predict this hotel a great future! Whether you need to calm your mind or recharge your body with much needed energy, Ola offers programs based on physical, psychological and nutritionist principles, designed by experts.
50 SHADES OF - BLUE! But, apart from this exceptional facility, Seget has improved its private accommodation as well, so if you are more comfortable in luxury houses with pools which have grown into a real trend, you will be delighted by the fact that almost all facilities in the first row near the sea have a pool! Combination of pool with a view of the blue seas will offer special experience which we could describe as - 50 shades of blue!
Water joys enthusiasts will gladly stay in popular Medena hotel that has attractive aqua park, while already famous and well equipped camps Seget and Belvedere will, this year as well, open their doors to their faithful visitors and those who plan to become so!
GO ON A BOAT…OR A FESTIVITY! A list of additional activities that Seget has prepared shows us that it has thought of everybody's taste. Guests who are true sailors will find everything they need in modern equipped Baotić Marina, and those who rather stick to the land will decide for cycling or hiking along bike&hike roads in idyllic Mediterranean landscape.
Tourist board Seget
www.tz-seget.hr
Photo: TB Seget
12.7.2017.