This particular stretch of coast has an indented coastline with numerous towns, and villages, a selection of small populated islands just offshore, and then a few miles further out the islands of the Kornati archipelago. Overall there are probably more small islands and ports, in relatively easy reach of each other than any other similar sized sailing area in the Mediterranean.

All the larger mainland ports have good marinas, the islands all have serviced town quays, and there and lots of bays and anchorages.

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Located at the entrance to the Kornati Islands (Murter inhabitants own most of the land), Murter is an attractive spot for yachtsmen, and all lovers of quiet relaxation. The beginnings of tourism in Murter date back to the 1930’s, when Czech Villa was built in Slanica cove.

Murter is a settlement on the northeast part of the island of the same name. Its name was at first Veliko Selo (from the 13 th century) and Srimač; since 1715 it bears its current name. It spreads towards the Hramina Cove, where a marina has been built, and to the Slanica cove, which features the most beautiful beach of the Šibenik Riviera, as well as the camp and hotel “Colentum”. Hramina cove is protected from all winds and makes for a safe shelter for yachts. Murter’s economic basis rests on agriculture, fishing and tourism. It is situated on the regional traffic route and has a population of 2000. In the tourist season the number of inhabitants becomes much greater – approximately four times as great.

This archipelago lies in the middle of the northern hemisphere because a part of it goes through the 45th degree of the northern latitude. The biggest part of the archipelago is in the sub-tropical zone of the southern half of the northern hemisphere, which influences its climate and the way of life of its inhabitants.

The largest of the islands is the wooded Lošinj, with its elevated mount Osoršćica. From here travellers can discover the primeval beauty in the landscape of the small islands unfolding before them: fertile Unije, unique sandy Susak with its distinctive culture, solitary Vele and Male Srakane, flower-studded Ilovik, each of them closely guarding its secrets and beauty. Come and discover them! There are tourist boats and regular ferries lines connecting these islands, whilst Lošinj itself is linked to the mainland by modern car ferry, hydrofoil and small plane. The sea connects and yet divides them.

Nice weather and warm sea are just some of the reasons why the Adriatic coast is full of tourists, domestic and foreign. As one of the most visited destinations invincible stands Zrće.

Zrće Beach is known as one of the most beautiful in the Adriatic Sea, as well as a place for parties and pleasure, sports and recreation. Every detail is designed for a pleasure, but despite interventions waved blue flags provides you idyll of untouched nature, clean sea, exceptional hygiene and lifeguard team.

Place is celebrated under the name of Croatian Ibiza, offering the hottest beaches in Croatia and even when the temperature drops, it remains hot! Many young people, good fun, great music and excellent atmosphere is always present in clubs on Zrće, enough to create a crowd at the club’s entrance.

Zrće does not know the difference between day and night so delighted guests can continuously enjoy the crazy parties. As summer progresses and the temperature rises, so is the fun on the island getting better. It is a place where everyone is welcome, and party on Zrće never stops but every day it is a whole new dimension.

Even the British and American media have praised Zrće and Papaya club – “Hot, hot, hot! Such sites are crucial for Croatian tourism,” is written in the Daily Mail. News of the world, before it collapsed, wrote: “Pag is the Balkan version of New York’s Hamptons. Nine months it is asleep, but when the sun rises it is the right place where you should be. It is dominated by clubs and festivals, and there are performances and big names such as DJ Fatboy Slim and Armin Van Buuren,” on its website.

So, entertainment and fun are guaranteed by the world-famous music scene (names such as DJ Tiesto, Shapeshifters, Paul Van Dyke, Freemasons, Fatboy Slim, Benny Benassi, Swedish house mafia, Chemical brothers, David Morales, etc.), beautiful dancers, cocktails and continuous parties.

Rich in vineyards, olive groves and small villages, and harbouring a glorious old town, the island of Korčula is the sixth-largest Adriatic island, stretching nearly 47km in length. The dense woods led the original Greek settlers to call the island Korkyra Melaina (Black Korčula). Quiet coves and small sandy beaches dot the steep southern coast while the northern shore is flatter and more pebbly.

Tradition is alive and kicking on Korčula, with age-old religious ceremonies, folk music and dances still being performed to an ever-growing influx of tourists. Oenophiles will adore sampling its wine. Arguably the best of all Croatian whites is produced from pošip grapes, which are only grown here and to a lesser extent on the Pelješac Peninsula. The grk grape, cultivated around Lumbarda, also produces quality dry white wine.