Top manifestations in Split - Dalmatia county attracts tourists from all over the world
Split-Dalmatia Tourist Board is very active in supporting projects that lead to continuous development and strengthening of tourist offer, especially that of pre- and post-season.
Wise consideration and design of numerous manifestations and quality events are becoming a precondition for development of year-round tourism. Importance of investing in important themes that are to enhance this kind of offer has been recognized this year as well by Expert Committee of the Tourist Board.
Therefore, 400 thousand kunas of non-refundable funds have been given in 2019 as a strong boost and a mighty financial support to several top events and manifestations. Great number of participants, praises of foreign and national media and great feedback have shown that these assets reached good cause. And the most important thing, the focus of tourist offer has been widened outside the prime season. Furthermore, it also ensured an excellent path for positioning Split-Dalmatia County as one of the main subjects of destination tourism.
- Dalmatia Ultra-Trail 2019
4th edition of this event has presented Dalmatia to the world as a hit destination of sports tourism, and gave to Omiš town, since it is a central place of the event, a nickname of Cradle of Croatian trekking and trail.
More than 900 runners from 30 countries participated in this international race, who brought back to their homes the best possible postcard from Croatia encompassing even 5 mountains, three rivers and numerous historical and cultural localities on the area between Kaštela and Tučepi.
2. Thrill Blues Festival After only three years of this festival Trilj has become a centre of blues, transforming Cetina region into a mecca of excellent music.
This exceptional cultural manifestation each year gets more and more accompanying events, like blues workshops for children, book presentations and concerts of national and foreign renowned blues masters.
3. In
honour of Croatian music
Weeks after
it was held, concert To je moja zemlja
(It’s my country) on Split’s Poljud was the main topic. Praises kept coming,
not only for performances of the greatest national names and legends of
Croatian music scene, but also because of charity for Split hospital. It was a
gathering of the greatest Croatian music performers, but also an eruption of
emotions that shook the entire Poljud stadium.
4. WTA Croatia Bol Open
Tennis tournament in Bol on Brač has crossed Croatian borders long time ago, thus introducing Bol as a destination with multi-profile contents.
This year also, a place famous for one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, has been visited by numerous guests, who were welcomed by a tourist message – that the entire place lives for tennis. Same as the tournament and tennis live with the entire community.
5. 53rd Festival of Dalmatian A-Capella Singing Groups Every year on a small Omiš square same thing happens – the song. True, original, Dalmatian, a-capella, polyphonic and unique, recognized as an ultra-cultural event and a tourist treat.
Omiš festival of a-capella singing groups is a recognizable manifestation with its loyal audience and music that promotes the spirit of Dalmatia in a genuine music genre.
6. Split half Marathon
Sunny streets of Split hosted 2810 runners; 2450 in races of half marathon and relay race half marathon, and 360 in “Trophy of Slobodna Dalmacija” race.
In this popular sports event numerous famous people have participated, amongst them respectable politicians, athletes, persons from cultural and public life. This year’s edition will be remembered by co-operation with Moscow marathon, whose representatives participated both in the race and the fair.
7. Sinj Alka
A battle of chivalry, strength, skills, a demonstration of a steady hand, eagle eye, a folk celebration, a not-to-miss event: all this is Sinj Alka, whose this year’s winner is Frano Ivković from Brnaze.
He will be remembered for two scores in the centre and his statement that he has to thank his Luna and steady gallop for his victory.
8. CRO Race 2019
Cycling world has excitedly kept track of this year’s edition of international professional cycling stage race, which brought to our roads top names of this sports discipline.
Also, it sent fabulous postcards from beautiful localities of Croatian continental and coastal area.
9. Pirate Battle Omiš 2019
Over the years Omiš pirate battle has been transformed into a unique tourist attraction, with over ten thousand spectators.
It is an incredible manifestation in which a great number of costumed people participate, offering the spectators a vivid presentation of strength, courage and chivalry of Omiš ancestors and a victory over superior Venetian enemies.
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr, archive of TB of Split Dalmatia county,
The most beautiful wedding locations in Central Dalmatia
The ideal scene for the most important day of your life
Gastronomers, moviegoers, salty sea dogs, and also romantic
souls all love it. Split-Dalmatia County has won numerous awards on several
occasions - in the tourism profession and thanks to the praises of satisfied
guests, for whom this area of Croatia never provides a difficult time, with
keen reviews and a few warm recommendations, which then gives it a high rating
on one of the online travel portals.
It is on the radar of adrenaline lovers, it boasts very
specific local gastronomy, is showcased in a globally popular TV series who
came here to search for filming locations… but it is also on the radar of
romantic individuals who, in its fabulous locations, have recognised that this
is the ideal backdrop for their most important day!
Due to the mild climate and plenty of additional amenities, but also because it’s less crowded and there are many more affordable prices, the favourite months for weddings are April, May, September and October, and favourite locations range from mystical historic fortresses and romantic castles to idyllic natural settings.
Discover what it is all about with us, and catch a breath of inspiration for your dream wedding!
1. Fortica Fortress,
Hvar.
Imagine drinking a glass of sparkling wine while enjoying a
unique view of Hvar Town and the surrounding Pakleni islands, in a beautiful
historic setting from the beginning of the sixteenth century! Fortica Fortress,
also known as Spanjola, was constructed during Venetian rule and was then
restored in 1579 - it will give you this great experience.
Architecture and military history, a collection of amphorae and other artifacts from the Age of Antiquity are just a fraction of the intriguing sights that this fort offers, and Hvar's delicacies from the wedding menu - especially the beautiful seafood and great local wines such as the gorgeous Plavac and the indulgent bogdanusa, which will be even more delicious in such a special environment!
2. Zlatni rat (Golden
horn) beach, Bol.
Did you know that the tip of Zlatni rat, that fascinating, shape-shifting,
natural horn, is a favourite place precisely for weddings? Even a few foreign
guests have said their fateful yes to the registrar, but also to the
translator, and since this year Zlatni rat has been proclaimed the most
beautiful beach in the world, we have no doubt that its popularity as a wedding
venue will increase as well! If you want to spoil your guests' palate, you will
surely succeed with the famous Brač lamb, the emblematic hrapoćuša cake, and
the finest Plavac and seductive, fruity taste of Pošip, so make sure that these
Brač gastronomic ambassadors are firmly on your wedding menu!
3. Klis fortress.
Is it not highly symbolic to say your wedding vows in the
setting of a fortress that was once the main source of defense in Dalmatia, and
has been conquered over and over again throughout more than two thousand years
of its history?
If you want to tie the knot and establish your love by taking your vows right there on Klis, do not miss to include the famous, well known lamb from Klis on your wedding menu, and let this symbolic location encourage you to conquer one another - for life!
4. Fortica, Vis - Fort George.
Many people will want to choose this location for their
glamorous wedding celebration. This medieval fort was built by the British Navy
200 years ago. Today it stands as a monument to the architecture of that time
on a hill above the town of Vis and adorns the entrance to the bay itself.
The place boasts the most beautiful location for sunrises and sunsets. The entrance to Fortica to the large wooden door is magnificent; a long lobby leads to a spacious garden with a restaurant and bar. The garden is the main venue for the ceremony. The terrace offers an incredible view of the bay of Vis and the nearby islands.
5. The Dominican monastery, Bol.
One of the most beautiful coastal structures is the ideal
location for an intimate, romantic wedding that will be talked about for a long
time.
The Dominican monastery in Bol is located on the Glavica peninsula and in the far east of the town of Bol, which, with the church of Our Lady of Mercy and the bell tower, puts a truly special stamp on the place.
Within the monastery itself there is a rich medieval botanical garden. This unique location offers views of the sea and the island of Hvar.
6. Sustipan, Split
Once a city cemetery, Sustipan has today been transformed into
a beautiful green park located at the entrance to the city port. Its benefits
are a perfect view of Split and the marina of Split and it is especially
magical at sunset.
Particularly striking is the Gloriette - a round colonnade done in a classicist form preserved to this day. Hidden in high pine trees is a beautiful vista over the sea and the islands which lie in front of Split. If you choose this special place for the most beautiful day of your life, you won’t go wrong because this location is bursting with centuries-old stories, has a special charm and will definitely remain firmly in your memory.
Photo: Vis weddings, Sunčani Hvar, Croatia4you, TB Bol, TB Split, TB
Hvar
More: www.dalmatia.hr
New ‘’Cetina region’’ mobile app brands Sinj and the Cetina region as an unmissable tourist destination
The purpose of the application (app) is to bring the beauty and attractions of the Sinj and Cetina area to the end users, and to present this area as an attractive tourist destination with numerous tourist facilities available throughout the year.
Cetina Krajina (The Cetina Region) is a new mobile application that serves as a guide for visitors to the Cetina region. The application provides an overview and information on activities, events and places to visit and experience in the Cetina region. The presentation of the mobile application will be held on October the 14th, 2019 at a press conference in Sinj, organised by the RERA public institution for the coordination and development of Split-Dalmatia County, a partner of the project "Sinj u sridu", which will also present the other marketing and promotional activities of the project.
The conference, or rather presentation, is intended for all relevant tourism stakeholders: tourist boards, agencies, the media and all other interested parties, and will be held on Monday, October the 14th, 2019 at 10:00 am at the City Hall, Dragašev prolaz 24, in the Town of Sinj.
The application - a multimedia, interactive guide through the
Cetina region
For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the app offers a detailed view of as many as 19 cycling routes as well as an address book of useful contacts.
Those who want to find out where the natural and cultural heritage of the Cetina Krajina is located can find all of that information by selecting a map with brief descriptions of the site or by downloading a ‘’Guide through the Cetina Region’’ by selecting turquoise circles on the homepage of the application.
The bicycle routes and natural and cultural heritage are mapped
through Google Earth, so users are provided with directions (navigation) to get
to the desired points on the map. The application works in a way that is fully
customised to the user and their needs.
If you would like to know more about the Cetina region
or the megaproject "Sinj u sridu", visit the website of Cetina region
by clicking the link (www.cetinska-krajina.hr) at the bottom of the application
The free Cetina Region app is available for both Android and iOS devices.
This modern version of the mobile application is the result of the knowledge, efforts and close cooperation of RERA public institution and the digital team of the Sibenik-nased company Kocka d.o.o. and is available in as many as four languages - English, German, French and Croatian.
The application can also be accessed via QR codes in the brochure
- guide, website, in-app and at designated locations.
The mobile application is part of the marketing and promotional
activities of the Sinj u sridu project, a project co-financed by the European
Union from the European Regional Development Fund and the Competitiveness and
Cohesion Operational Program, a project aimed at the renewal and glorification
of the unique cultural heritage of the Town of Sinj with a view to its greater
valorisation.
The backbone of the project is made up of the reconstruction, renovation and revitalisation of Sinj’s cultural assets such as Fortress Grad, Fortress Kamičak and the clock tower, the Museum of the Cetina region and the renovation of the streets of the historic town of Sinj as a whole.
Their renewal and revitalisation will be the basis for the
development of a number of thematically related cultural and tourist content
(festivals, performances, presentations of traditional crafts, souvenirs,
multimedia, and new products, etc.) that will turn Sinj into a tourist
destination which will boast numerous tourist facilities throughout the entire
year.
In addition to the Town of Sinj, five project partners relevant
to the social and economic development of the region and the management of
cultural heritage are involved, namely the Tourist Board of the City of Sinj,
the Alka Knights Association of Sinj, the Museum of the Cetina Region of Sinj,
the Public Institution RERA S.D. for the Coordination and Development of the
County of Split-Dalmatia and the Production Plant FLORAMI, Sinj.
The total value of the project “Sinj u sridu” amounts to HRK
66,594,231.17, of which the European Union grant totals HRK 55,597,793.26.
Want to find out more? Visit: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
The project “Sinj u sridu” was co-financed by the European Union from the European Regional Development Fund and the Operational Program Competitiveness and Cohesion.
Content of promotional article is sole responsibility of JU RERA for coordination and development of Split-Dalmatia County and under no circumstances does it reflect the attitude of the EU and/or the governing body.
For more information visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr
Museums and galleries of Cetina region
There are so many reasons to love, even adore the Cetina region! For some it is Our Great Lady festivity in Sinj, while others are enchanted with miraculous Alka, visited by more and more people every summer.
Gourmet's main reason could be Sinj's arambašići simmering in a pot with delicious bacon or tasty frog legs grilled in idyllic ambience of mystique and intriguing Trilj; or even hot delicious doughnuts from Vrlika. Those of more adventurous spirit may be drawn to this region by Cetina's rapids and its amazing blue eye over which you can practice adrenaline stunts to impress those less daring, with for example highline. Whatever it is you like about the Cetina region, we're sure you have good reason for it, but take our advice and sneak a peek into its museums – treasuries of history and culture. We're sure you'll love it even more!
CAN'T DO WITHOUT ALKA. To start this text in solemn and glorious way, it is enough to mention famous Alka, and its museum which you should look for in – Alka courtyard!
Alka courtyard with the Alka museum are located in one of rarely preserved Venetian kvartirs (barracks to accommodate the cavalry) in Dalmatia, so the very location is in its way sensational.
Museum, which gave this incredible knight’s game new presentational form, is an excellent blend of tradition and modern - do not miss to delve into a story of Alka told by the most contemporary equipment, thanks to which you can have a try at the game yourselves, fight with the Ottomans, see digitalizes archive documents and video materials of all winners from 1784 till today!
IN MONUMENT BUILDING PALACINA, which is a part of historical complex nearby Kamičak fort, another edifice worth visiting is located – the Museum of the Cetina region!
Culture enthusiasts will be enchanted with even 12 different museum collections, whose beauty is impossible to describe: archaeological, cultural-historical, ethnographical and natural history collections, as well as arms collection; orders, medals and plaques collection, collection of photographies and photographic equipment, document collection, poster collection, postcard collection.
There is even a collection which presents works of the 20th century Cetina region artists, so it is truly one comprehensive object, make sure not to miss it!
ONE OF THE YOUNGEST CROATIAN MUSEUMS is Trilj Region Museum, located since 1996 in adapted parish church. Main task of this museum is to present cultural heritage of Trilj through archaeological, ethnographical, cultural-historical and numismatic collection.
Visit this museum and see permanent collection ''Tilurij – Roman military camp'' and get a closer look of Roman legionary camp Tilurij in Gardun village near Trilj.
If you want to know more about traditional everyday life of Trilj region inhabitants from late 19th and early 20th century, a real treat will be its ethnographic collection!
SIKIRICA GALLERY IN ITS FUNDUS HAS OVER 500 WORKS. Author Stipe Sikirica has always been especially close to Alka. The gallery is located in Alka courtyard. .
It bears the name of academic sculptor who donated his entire work to Sinj town. Sikirica is a sculptor of Sinj, the Cetina region and Alka. His public monuments are centres of town's public life.
Apart from public sculpture of the horse-rider on Alka's runway, Sikirica is also an author of a fountain On the Spring and doors of church of Our Miraculous Lady of Sinj.
GALIOTOVIĆ GALLERY IS A CULTURAL CENTRE OF Sinj people and their guests. It was opened in August 1999. Tt bears the name of its donator Iva Galiotović, who donated her life savings for its building. In the gallery there have been over 50 exhibitions so far. Great names of Croatian art had their exhibitions there, same as numerous Sinj artists. Galiotović gallery is also a place for classical music concerts, various workshops ad gatherings. It is located in three-story building on Alka runway.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL COLLECTION OF FRANCISCAN MONASTERY IS ONE OF THE OLDEST AND WORTHIEST IN CROATIA. THE REASON FOR ITS FOUNDING WAS A FACT THAT IN Sinj and its region many archaeological monuments were discovered. Objects in this collection do not come from systematic excavations but are mostly found by chance thanks to hardworking monks and people's willingness to preserve historical monuments. It is most famous for findings from archaeological site Aequuma near Sinj, today's village Čitluk.
DO NOT FORGET CULTURAL TREASURES – IN THE OPEN! Although museums are a true delicacy for culture enthusiasts, it would be a shame to visit the Cetina region and not to see other worthy monuments of cultural heritage that are like museums in the open!
Get inspired and look for sculpture Newlyweds, statue of St. Michael, a monument to the Cetina river, Trilj's Old bridge…or some incredible examples of sacral heritage, like impressive church of St. Spas near the Cetina spring – it is not only one of the most significant pre-Romanesque buildings in Croatia, but the one that takes a special place in European pre-Romanesque period!
Want to find out more? Visit: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
The project “Sinj u sridu” was co-financed by the European Union from the European Regional Development Fund and the Operational Program Competitiveness and Cohesion.
The content of this article is responsibility of the RERA public institution for the coordination and development of Split-Dalmatia County, and doesn’t reflects the position of the European Union and / or the Managing Authority.
Photo: TB Trilj, TB Sinj, TB Vrlika, Adventure Dalmatia
The newly-renovated Palace Elisabeth Hotel on Hvar - the first five-star hotel on the island - officially opens
The history of the oldest Hvar hotel and Empress Sisi were the
inspiration, motive and inspiration behind the hotel's grand opening. The hotel
has been rebuilt and redesigned with a new face and raised the quality scale
that guests expect when on Hvar.
The opening ceremony of the newly renovated Palace Elisabeth
Hotel was held on Hvar on Saturday, September the 21st, 2019.
The first 5 star hotel
on Hvar
As one of the most beautiful buildings in this area, in
addition to the city Loggia, the Palace Elisabeth Hotel is considered one of
the symbols of the city of Hvar. It consists of 45 luxury rooms and suites of a
larger size, an indoor pool, a luxury spa and two outdoor terraces.
The hotel exudes elegance and promotes all the best of the
city, it has always been a favourite meeting place of Hvar locals and guests.
Therefore, a visit to the city of Hvar is not complete unless you have a cup of
coffee on the terrace of the Palace Elisabeth Hotel, because there are few
places where you can enjoy such a beautiful view of Hvar's historic centre, the
market, the waterfront, the Arsenal, the Pakleni islands and the city’s port.
The hotel was opened with the attention of the social elite and the world’s media
The opening ceremony was dealt with by Marie Vitek, the wife of
Radovan Vitek, the owner of Sunčani Hvar.
Speeches were delivered by Gordana Tomičić, CEO of Sunčani Hvar, Tourism Minister Gari Cappelli and Martin Nemeček, CEO of the CPI Group.
"The opening of the Palace Elisabeth Hotel further elevates the existing offer [of Hvar] to a higher level and at the same time contributes to the attractiveness of a destination that offers high quality holidays in all segments," said Management Board President Gordana Tomičić.
PThe history of the Palace Elisabeth Hotel dates back to the 13th century. In 1898, the hotel was rebuilt and named Spa Hotel Empress Elisabeth, after the Austrian Empress Sisi who was a generous sponsor of its construction.
The history of this oldest Hvar hotel and the Empress Sisi were the inspiration, motive and inspiration of the opening ceremony of the hotel.
Thanks to an investment from the Sunčani Hvar tourist group, of HRK 100 million, Palace Elisabeth has become the first five-star hotel on the island, and a member of the elite hotel association of luxury hotels, ‘’The Leading Hotels of the World’’.
To be more specific, there was an investment of €300,000 per room, which is one of the largest investments in the Croatian hotel industry.
"Of all the facilities we have, the Palace Elisabeth Hotel is special. This was not an easy project to realise as it had to be handled with special care given its cultural heritage. We plan to invest in other Sunčani Hvar facilities,’’ said Martin Nemeček, the CEO of the CPI Group.
In addition to local journalists, many international journalists attended the opening ceremony. There were reporters from the New York Times, Robb Report, Vogue, National Geographic, Conde Nast Traveler and Architectural Digest, who enthusiastically followed the event.
Along with a number of distinguished guests, the opening ceremony was attended by Minister of Tourism, Gari Cappelli, State Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Tonči Glavina, Director of the Tourist Board of Split-Dalmatia County, Joško Stella, and the Mayor of the City of Hvar, Rikardo Novak.
More: www.suncanihvar.com
A sensation for your palate - unlock the flavors of authentic Brač cuisine!
The whole island - on a plate!
The symbolic key, often used in our attractive promotional
campaigns by our island metropolis - Supetar, comes from one of the local
patrons, St. Peter, the locksmith of paradise.
And if you want to unlock a truly heavenly experience for the palate, we suggest you hop on the first ferry and head to one of the attractive Supetar restaurants, taverns, oil and wine tasting locations, or enjoy some agritourism! We’re convinced that this experience will make you a true gastro-expert.
The Supetar Tourist Board and the Supetar Agricultural Cooperative launched this project aimed at promoting indigenous Brač’s gastronomy back in 2016.
The best is - always autochthonous. We particularly like the Dolce Vita hiking trail’s offer when it comes to Supetar’s gastronomy, which, as its name implies, invokes a sweet life!
The trail, which starts at agrotourism location on top of Supetar, boasts a total length of just over six kilometres and connects several attractive gastro points together - five restaurants, taverns and farms, two art galleries, and even a family winery.
A few years ago, Supetar launched a laudable gastro-traditional initiative that has continued to take place to this very day. Namely, it is a project called Otočka kuhinja (Island kitchen), which tasked the city with returning the indigenous dishes made according to the recipes of local Brač grandmothers to the island’s taverns and restaurants, from ingredients obtained from their own gardens!
Through the process of assigning a special standard for the restaurants, taverns, OPGs, and tasting rooms, Supetar locals wished to bring back many traditional, native dishes back to the table and, of course, a few nice bottles of Plavac mali are implied!
Seek them out and try one of the emblematic Brač-based products and the fruit of centuries-old tradition - olive oil of exceptional quality - at Museum Uja in Škrip.
Don’t forget about the
gastro stars!
Is there anything better than delicious food based on healthy domestic
fruits and vegetables served in restaurants overlooking the island's landscape?
We don’t doubt it, but don’t forget the fabulous stars of Brač either - the delicious hrapoćuša cake, with the ruffled appearance of the Brač karst, and the ancient, crunchy vitalac, so unique and special, that they are included in the list of national intangible assets.
Photo: TB Supetar, www.supetar.hr
More: dalmatia.hr
In honour of the vines and the goats! Bikla Days in Vrgorac and the 20th ‘’Biklijada’’
Bikla Days in Vrgorac is a distinctive autumn tourist
attraction!
Time and place: September the 28th, 2019, at Korzo in Vrgorac!
Do you know what bikla is? This is a traditional drink of the
Vrgorac region, a blend of young, unripe wine and goat's milk, of a
characteristic colour, and a strong and pleasant taste, which has been produced
in the Vrgorac region for centuries after the grape harvest, in honour of both
the vines and the goats.
Many visitors come to the ‘’Biklijada’’ in Vrgorac to taste
this traditional Vrgorac beverage, which has been being made in Vrgorac for
over a hundred years.
Bikla Days and the 20th Biklijada are part of an autumn folk festival full of tradition, folklore and gastronomy organised by the Vrgorac Tourist Board and sponsored by the City of Vrgorac. It was created to honour the authentic customs and traditions of the Vrgorac region on the days when the bikla is drunk, at the town Korzo in Vrgorac!
The festival starts at 19:00 with an evening fair of local products, handicrafts and culinary specialties, while the cheerful atmosphere will be complemented by a folklore program, live music by the acoustic Gojak band and a concert by the VERSI group.
The Biklijada Folk Festival takes place at the end of September and the beginning of October, when the grape harvest is already coming to an end, and has become a well recognised autumn tourist attraction
Bikla has occupied an important place in nutrition in the Vrgorac region, especially in difficult living conditions, due to its strong properties. It is prepared by mixing hot wine with milk. It is important to pour the wine into the container first and then add the milk and slowly mix clockwise until the colour of cyclamen is obtained.
You then drink it in accordance with your work, while in the evening, you drink it in front of a warm fireplace and in a wooden ‘’glass’’ (Dalmatian: bukara) which contains half a litre. As such, bikla has gained importance in comfort in relaxing moments. It has remained in the tradition of the Vrgorac region to this day and in its honour, the Bikla Days are organised.
This traditional one-ethno and gastronomic festival nourishes
and revives this authentic custom, and with its offer of an evening fair of
local products and handicrafts, folklore and entertainment programs, the
festival makes this area richer, more meaningful and attractive for locals as
well as for guests looking for live and more authentic events.
See you in Vrgorac!
Photo: www.tzvrgorac.hr
More: www.dalmatia.hr
5 reasons to explore Hvar island - the one of the most popular nautical destinations in Croatia!
The island of Hvar, our sunniest island is one of the most exclusive destinations for nautical tourism in Croatia, and islands ports are usually full of elegant and luxurious yachts
- Late summer and early autumn is the best time for sailing - the time that we feel more and more air, the darkness falls more quickly, the sun continues to shine during the day, but the nights are much fresher and slowly starting to spread from the households are the tempting scents of the winter that is in the making!
The experienced sea wolves know very well that this, alongside late spring, is the most enjoyable time for their favourite activity - sailing!
The temperatures are milder, the sea is calm and the winds are more favourable.
In addition to that, if you've been thinking about going somewhere out there in the open sea, know that the right time is - right now. And the right place, you wonder? Of course, our sunniest island - Hvar! The island of beautiful beaches, fancy restaurants and quiet coves, is one of the most popular nautical destinations in Croatia.
2. Explore the bay which enjoys - a cultural status! The way to do it is to begin from Stari Grad, because it is probably the first place in which you would have onced sailed onto the island, 2,400 years ago!
There, you’ll enjoy one of the safest natural bays on the Adriatic, which is specific in that it protects against all winds except the steady and uniform Maestral which is actually propulsion to fuel for your sails!
Explore the largest bay on the northern side - a port called Tiha, or if you fancy something different, the spacious and deep Zavala, and in the south, enjoy the smaller and more intimate bays, such as Gračišće and Maslinica. It's a great idea to anchor in Stari Grad itself, and enjoy the pleasure of sightseeing and looking at this picturesque beauty.
3. Take a peak at its beauty which won the hearts of world’s elite. How does a small sandy beach, several great restaurants, an imaginatively decorated lounge bar, and a promenade with exotic herbs brought here from across the planet sound to you?
This is exactly the magical backdrop of the nautical adventure which awaits you in Vinogradišće bay, on the southern coast of St. Clement, the largest and the most famous of the Pakleni islands. Just in front of Hvar Town and Stari Grad, the Pakleni islands are a real Mecca for boaters, and the deeply indented Vinogradišće cove is one of the most popular and one of the best anchorages in the entire Hvar area.
4. Navigation and a gastro experience - They go together well! Experienced sailors know one thing - there is no better spice to their nautical adventures than delicious home-made food!
One of the most legitimate reasons for the wild popularity of sailing in precisely the waters of Hvar, is that the boater's plates end up with the most delicious seafood on them!
5. Hvar is known as the island of wine. Moreover, Hvar boaters are in their own sort of symbiosis with great restaurants, which, in addition to a tasty menu, also offer a secure berth for their vessels. If you ask them, it would be a real sin not to spice up the voyage with some grilled fish and a glass of quality local wine!
You will easily be convinced of this - it’s enough to taste the rhapsody of the flavours of the best species of white fish - such as sea bream, dentex or sea bass, or delicious snacks like fresh blue fish rounded off with a ruby red Plavac mali from Hvar, or a devilish, elegant Bogdanuša.
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.dalmatia.hr, croatia.hr, archive of tourist boards of island Hvar, Pointers Travel
"Servus My Fair Zagreb" – Storytelling your way through Croatia's capital
Do you believe in magic? If you come to Zagreb, you will see that we do. The old name of our city – Agram - says it all.
Wherever you go, there is a gram of Zagreb's most beautiful stories waiting for you. So, let us take you for a "špancirancija" with your local storyteller - Purgerica ("lady from Zagreb"), a licenced tourist guide in our capital.
Now, what is a "špancirancija"? It is a sort of an old Zagreb slang word, derived from German, and it means a promenade-style, galant walk. And when we say galant, we mean Zagreb-in-the-Orient-Express-era-galant. Imagine this – the year is 1929, you have just stepped down from your train at Zagreb's Central Rail Station, the first thing you see is a gorgeous green park, with neo-classic palaces embracing it, a fountain humming in its centre, and a golden-yellow Art Padillion at the top of the park, waiting for your visit.
First old cars are slowly driving by, a man in a top hat is offering you a carriage ride. But no, you must go – you have arranged to meet your friends at the decadent art-deco hotel, built for the guests of the Orient Express. As you enjoy on its terrace, shaded by unusual red-flowered chestnut trees, gossip stories come to your ears. The famous Josephine Baker is in Zagreb. Welcome to "Servus My Fair Zagreb", a themed walking tour, inspired by Zagreb's crazy, jazzy, decadent 1920s and 30s!
In Zagreb, it is always a good time to stop time. And then travel through it, by the magic of words, paired with the fine craft of storytelling and some of Zagreb's most famous Down Town sites. Let Purgerica tell you how time stopped at the very end of the 19th century, when the Grand Earthquake hit our capital, and forever changed its image, to a Viennese-like city, which will simply steal your heart with its hidden old-school charm. This tour will take you from the Grand Central Station, along Zagreb's most famous park – Zrinjevac, which turned from a muddy farmers market into the most wanted zone for to "see, and to be seen".
The mix of historical facts, interesting details from the lives of old Zagrebians, gossip and legends, will tell you how we built the first cafeteria and hotel, why does coffee in modern-day Zagreb have to last at least one hour, where did we enjoy Sunday matinee concerts on the open, dressed up elegantly for the occasion, and what kind of a huge scandal was brought on by a "mushroom" which was waisting too much water. Did you write something with a pen today? Great.
Purgerica will take you to see where Slavoljub Penkala, the famous inventor of the
first mechanical pencil, lived and what exactly did he eat for breakfast every
single morning at 10 am. Following the rails of the old-horse tram, you might
hear about the elegant, first-ever department store in Zagreb, taste some
authentic, vintage candy, wrapped in red velvet, and hopelessly fall in love
with Zagreb's Green Horseshoe, as it once was.
If we sparked interest and you
would like to take the "Servus My Fair Zagreb" tour, visit Purgerica's Facebook and Instagram page
or contact her via email [email protected] or
via text, Whatsapp, Viber or call the number: +385 91 6363 661.
Welcome to the city with a storytelling spirit!
Split Sunset Sea Kayaking - best ways to experience the beauty surrounding Marjan Forest Park, the soul of Split
End your day in the best possible way with the combination of swimming, snorkeling, cliff jumping and amazing views of the sun setting behind the mountain while you paddle around the Marjan
Park peninsula.
Your tour starts with a safety briefing and some basic paddling instructions before launching into the Adriatic Sea for the best summer activity in Split.
This amazing small group
adventure will take you around Marjan Park peninsula where you will enjoy
amazing views of Kaštela bay and the surrounding mountains while your guide
shares lots of
fun local facts about Split and Dalmatia.
After reaching the stop point of your tour you will be able to enjoy some cliff jumping, snorkeling and take a lot of photos with the underwater camera supplied by the guide.
Refreshed from the swim, you will paddle back to your starting point listening to music while the sun sets behind the mountains, creating an amazing and breathtaking view for your everlasting memory from this tour.
Price per person: 36 € / 270 kn
Minimum number of persons: 2
Location: Split / Marjan park
Duration: 3-4 h
Trail length: 10 km
Difficulty: easy / moderate
Previous experience: not necessary
Kids on tour: please let us know if there will be children on the tour as they must be accompanied by the adults
Minimum age: 12
Availability: May at 15:00, June, July and August at 16:00 and September at 15:00. This tour can be booked as private on request.
What to bring: a towel, bathing suit, hat, sunglasses, spare t-shirt, wet shoes, sunscreen, refreshing drink (min.1,5 l ) and underwater camera
Price includes: Kayaking and snorkeling gear, licensed tour guide,education on safety and basics of paddling,watertight barrel for your belongings, insurance, transfer from and to the meeting point ( Split city center ), photos from the tour, music.
Given2Fly Adventures
Pujanke 65, 21000 Split
M: +385 98 408 123
Web: given2flyadventures.com
Fall in love with Škrip - a living postcard of the essence of Brač
MJESTO ŠKRIP KULTURNA JE SENZACIJA NEDALEKO SUPETRA
Brač is mystical, intriguing, stratified and interesting - as
craggy as the hrapoćuša cake from Dol, ancient and irresistible like a crunchy
vitalac (a popular dish from Brač).
While these dishes make
the mouths of experienced gastronomists water, only ten kilometres away from
Supetar, lie delicacies hidden for culture lovers! Get to know the most
authentic place on the island of Brač - the ancient Skrip!
The Museum of the Island of Brač, located in the Radojković tower from the 16th century, is one of the most visited museums in all of Croatia. The foundations on which it is located date from about 1500 BC, and legend has it that in the lower part of the museum and the tower, which houses a Roman mausoleum, lie Valeria and Priska - the wife and daughter of Emperor Diocletian!
Enjoy viewing Roman reliefs and altars, as well as items from the more modern history of Brač - such as chests, paintings, newspaper clippings, antique furniture and antique farm tools.
However, this is not the end of this island’s gems of historical heritage - visit the Cerinić family's castle on the main square with two Roman sarcophagi, and in the nearby cemetery, the picturesque little church of the Holy Spirit (Sveti Duh) from the 4th century!
If you’re a lover of valuable sacral heritage, you will also be delighted by two paintings by the skillful Venetian mannerist-style painter Palma Giovane of the Baptism of Christ, carefully guarded in the 18th century Church of St. Helen. According to legend, St. Helen (Jelena), mother of Emperor Constantine, was actually born in Škrip, and in her honour, on August the 18th, there is a fair!
Enjoy the Chakavian dialect. Do you know that Škrip also gave a real poetic virtuoso to the Croatian literature scene? Visit the Chakavian word festival "Štefe Pulišelić" in honour of the Chakavian poet, born in Škrip, who has provided us with as many as 14 fantastic collections of Chakavian poems!
Discover the history of olive oil on Brač.
A must-visit station is the Uja Museum in Škrip, where you can get acquainted with the divine flavours and the process of making this liquid gold!
More: www.dalmatia.hr
Photo: www.supetar.hr , TB Supetar, author: Sanja Grgić Ćurić
“DICA MORA” is an ecological and educational project designed by the City of Supetar
“DICA MORA” is the name of a joint ecological and educational project designed by the City of Supetar, the Tourist Board of the City of Supetar, the Municipal Company “City”, the Volunteer Fire Department of Supetar and the “Arbun” Sport Fishing Club, and which we have set as one of the most important orientations of our work in the future.
Tempted by the devastating fact that, globally speaking, our human environment, especially the sea, is polluted by waste to worrisome proportions and led by the old saying “think globally, act locally”, we have decided in the city of Supetar to do as much as we can to minimize pollution, and to talk about this immense problem continuously.
The project “DICA MORA” has following goals:
- raising the awareness of the local population on the importance of environmental protection, especially the sea and the coastal belt and saving the forest of fire, with special emphasis on children and young people
- continually informing tourists and visitors about the importance of preserving the sea and the coast of garbage
- continually informing tourists and visitors about the importance of forest fire protection and
- reduction of potential pollution of the sea and coastline and reduction of the risk of forest fires during the summer months.
PROJEKT SE PROVODI U PRAKSI: PLANIRAN JE NIZ RADIONICA I AKCIJA NA TERENU
The project “DICA MORA” has an ecological and educational dimension, and both will be implemented through a series of educational workshops on the field and online. The project also has its own communal dimension. We will print the promotional material of the project, procure beach charters with rules of conduct and warnings about the importance of preserving the sea and coastline, we are going to purchase more beach ashtrays, order new beach dressers, which will also be promoters of the basic project goals.
In the future, through the project we plan to purchase sea defense dams for oil pollution and educate members of our DVD to act in such cases.
The planned value of the project is just over one million kunas, and the project itself will be carried out continuously through the work and activities of the institutions and associations included in the project. The first concrete results of the project will be visible to the public at the beginning of this tourist season.
For the end of this post, let’s ask ourselves whether we really need straws, plastic plates, plastic cups and plastic bags. Say “NO TO PLASTIC” today and we have already made a huge step forward!
Photo: Tz grada Supetra
"Dalmatia Untamed”: Sinj, Trilj, Vrlika, Dicmo, Hrvace and Otok to conquer tourist market
Mobile application will be presented, together with web portal and a catalogue of cultural heritage of the Cetina Region
I Sinj in October results of promotional activities of the project “Sinj u sridu”will be presented. It is an integrated programme financed by the EU whose goal is reconstruction, renovation and revitalization of cultural heritage of Sinj town. RERA S.D., a public institution for coordination and development of Split-Dalmatia County, as a project partner has been in charge of the implementation of promotional activities, and the result is mobile application and web portal of the Cetina Region, as well as a promotional catalogue of cultural heritage in Croatian, English, Italian and German language. Listed activities were made according to Strategy of Branding of the Cetina Region.
Mobile application “The Cetina Region” and web portal www.cetinska-krajina.hr have been developed to please the needs of visitors who are motivated by a search for new experiences, gastronomy and enjoying in natural beauties. Application is available for Android and iOS devices; one of its specificities is that with the help of navigation, visitors can create visiting tours according to their own preferences. 19 cycling roads on Sinj, Trilj and Vrilka area are integrated into the application.
The presentation will attend: Sinj mayor, Mrs. Kristina Križanac, Mr. Jozo Sarač, director of JU RERA, Mr. Feđa Milivojević, representative of Urbanex d.o.o. company (developer of Brading Strategy), Mrs. Martina Horvat from Kocka d.o.o. (in charge of creation of mobile application and web portal) and other representatives of tourism sector from Split-Dalmatia County.
The aim of the project “Sinj u Sridu” is to encourage stronger valorisation of natural and historical heritage of this region, and enhance general employment and life standard of our fellow citizens. We wish to make Sinj alive not only in August (in time of Alka and the Festivity of Our Lad of Sinj), but for the rest of the year as well. This is why this project of renewal includes Stari grad fort, Kamičak fort, Palacine building and streets in city core and Museum of Sinj Alka”, said the mayor, Mrs. Kristina Križanac.
JU RERA director, mr. Jozo Sarač emphasized: “The final goal of implementational activities defined by the Strategy of Branding the Cetina region is increased number of visitors in this area”. On the occasion he delivered the document Strategy of branding the Cetina Region to representatives of municipalities and towns, i.e. representatives of tourist boards as the bearers of tourism development in the Cetina Region.
Strategy of branding encompasses areas of Sinj, Trilj and Vrlika town and municipalities Dicmo, Hrvace and Otok. Tourist potential of the area is shown in the Strategy, which also defines visual identity of the Cetina Region, the brand, the communication strategy and action plan for its implementation. Future tourism development of the Cetina Region should be based on development of active and adventure tourism and untouched natural beauties; and it is to be presented with slogan “Untamed Dalmatia”.
The Project “Sinj u sridu”, as well as promotional materials and their implementation was co-financed by the European Union from the EU Fund for regional development and operational programme Competitiveness and cohesion 2014-2020. Total value of the project is 66.594.231,17 kn, of which non-refundable EU funds are 55.597.793,26 kn.
Content of promotional article is sole responsibility of JU RERA for coordination and development of Split-Dalmatia County and under no circumstances does it reflect the attitude of the EU and/or the governing body.
For more information visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr
More: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
Program for Days of Alka and The Assumption of Mary (Velika Gospa)
Days of Alka and Velika Gospa, an umbrella event that groups a multitude of colorful and attractive events in the summer months, has always been eagerly awaited by the people of Sinj and their welcome visitors.
Organizers made sure that the program is rich in diversity and everyone can easily find something to their liking: from concerts of contemporary and classical music, exhibitions, rock and ethno festivals, creative workshops and sports tournaments to Alka ceremonies and church celebrations. Exceptionally designed events, combined with the unparalleled ambiance of Sinj, guarantee unforgettable summer nights in the city at the foot of Kamičak.
The celebrations begin on July 12th in the main city square, Piazza, with the Alka’s Bride play performed by the Sinj Amateur Theatre. A sacred concert will be held at the Church of Our Miraculous Lady of Sinj just before the official opening. Multi-award winning young musicians of the ensemble (Martin Krpan, violin, Dunja Čolić, oboe, Anna Ivanov, violin, Ivo Ilakovac, cello, Michael Buturić, organ) will present an attractive program suitable for the sacred space: sacral sonatas by the Baroque composers such as J.S. Bach, G.F. Händel and G.P. Telemann as well as seldom performed Mozart’s church sonatas. A special musical treat is J. Prajz’s modern composition, composed this year for this ensemble in particular.
The traditional festival of the Marian spiritual songs titled Klapas to Our Lady Mary of Sinj, performed by klapas, will be held on August 1st in a similar meditative space, in the courtyard of the Monastery of Our Lady. Organized by the Sinj Tourist Board, the Music evenings at Kamičak Fort are an exceptional music event that has been breathing new life into this star-shaped fort that watches over the city of alkars. On August 17th, at 8 pm, the musical notes of the fantastic jazz music performed by renowned world performers - featuring Ratko Zjača - Stefano Bedetti and Nocturnal Four, will be scattered all over the ancient walls.
On August 23rd and 24th, Kamičak will also host the Kamičak Ethno Festival, yet another splendid music event with foreign and local performers. Argentinean duo Turica Doncel brings the touch of Argentinean folklore combined with the contemporary musical expression. “Nomad girls”, the band Perija, will arrive from Macedonia.
They are street performers whose musical expression is based on the authentic interpretation of traditional rhythms of Balkans, especially ethno sounds of Turkey, Bulgaria and Macedonia. A unique interpretation of the musical tradition of Balkans will be presented by the praised band from Belgrade called Naked and Ogenj i Kazan, a great domestic band that will also make an appearance at the festival. Patrick Walker Trio of the English folk scene will present the rhythms of the traditional Irish music at Kamičak.
In the magnificent Alka Knights Court, the people of Sinj and guests will enjoy the performance of the Argentine Tribute band founded in Buenos Aires as a tribute to the famous Croatian musician Oliver Dragojević (on August 11th). With the concert, Argentinian Croats will cover songs of the prematurely deceased beloved singer.
Summer music school is held from July 8th to 20th and it gathers many young musicians of all ages which have a great opportunity to collaborate with famous professors through different professional approaches and educational methods. Photo workshop The World in colors (August 30th - September 3rd), co-organized by Foto Hrvatska and Sinj Tourist Board, challenges everyone to have a new perspective on what is known and what is unknown through the camera lens.
For history lovers, Sinj Tourist Board with associates is preparing a historical spectacle The 1715 Siege of Sinj (on August 8th). The indispensible part of the past of Sinj and Croatia is the battle with the Ottomans which gave birth to Alka knights’ tournament and the celebration of Our Miraculous Lady of Sinj and it is played out in all its glory before the spectator’s eyes. The bang of the flintlock pistol, the clatter of horses’ hooves, the cries of the grieving people – all serve as reminders of 300 year old events!
The game between Delmats and Romans takes us even further back into the past (on July 28th). Organized by the association Gaius Laberius, the sworn enemies face each other on the football field under the watchful eye of the emperor Diocletian and empress Prisca. The result is irrelevant – the only reward is a moment of glory (and the realization that the first football was indeed played in the Cetina Region).
The sensational 2019 Sinj Air Show will be held at the Sinj sport airport Piket from August 30th to September 1st. The Air Show is organized by the Aeronautical-Technical association of Sinj and the city of Sinj. The attractive adrenaline acrobatics attract visitors of all ages as well as fans of aeronautics.
Guests from Italian Sansepolcro, a sister city of Sinj, will present their traditional medieval archery tournament, Palio della Balestra on August 3rd.
Organized by the SKUP association, 17th Music and beer festival S.A.R.S. will be held from July 19th to 21st and it will host performers of many different music genres: Vojko Vrućina, M.O.R.T., Grše, Jufkamental, Limbonaut, Edo Majka,, Atheist Rap, Dregermajster, Teški Osjećaji, Tony Rose & The Band of Jakeys.
Dr. Franjo Tuđman Square is traditionally a home to Sinj Village Fair on August 2nd and 3rd and it will host many exhibitors who will display and offer ornaments, handicrafts, delicacies and products from our villages and islands. In hope to preserve old crafts that could go extinct, the Sinj Tourist Board, under the patronage of the Ministry of Culture, is organizing an educational traditional hand-wheel pottery workshop. Visitors will have an opportunity to see how clay pots are made in crafty hands of the potter Ivan Knezović. It is important to mention the long forgotten craft of opanak-making (Lilja Vojković).
Visitors have an opportunity to taste domestic products and dishes at the fair. Apart from the exhibition and enogastronomic part, the visitors will also enjoy the entertainment program including the performances of many associations and culture and art societies. We will see the performances of the Sinj majorettes, Culture and Art Society Cetina, Culture and Art Society Vrilo, Associations for the Preservation of the Heritage of the Cetina region, URIG from Otok and HKUD Peruća. Traditional circle dances will be performed along with klapa singing and rera singing, traditionally sung at dernek (traditional folk party).
Sinj Tourist Board invites everyone who is interested, guests or local people, to join our free tours every Thursday in 7 pm from July 18th to August 29th. It’s a great opportunity to familiarize with the city in the hands of professional tourist guides. Make sure to visit the Alka race track in mid-July to see the preparations of alkars for the highly anticipated competition in August. A relaxing atmosphere of Prova offers a new perspective on the Alka competition.
The highlights of this great manifestation are undoubtedly Alka ceremonies (Bara on August 2nd, Čoja on August 3rd, Alka on August 4th) and the Feast of Assumption of Mary, the heavenly patroness of our city. On this day we celebrate the Day of the town Sinj! We invite you to have a look at the program The days of Alka and the Assumption 2019, and join us in the summer atmosphere of Sinj!
Photo: www.visitsinj.com
The Project “Sinj u sridu”, as
well as promotional materials and their implementation was co-financed by the
European Union from the EU Fund for regional development and operational
programme Competitiveness and cohesion 2014-2020.
Content of promotional article
is sole responsibility of JU RERA for coordination and development of
Split-Dalmatia County and under no circumstances does it reflect the attitude
of the EU and/or the governing body.
For more information visit www.strukturnifondovi.hr
More: www.cetinska-krajina.hr
