Family Sailing Holiday in Croatia - A Cruise Report by Klaus Pitter
Isn't it wonderful to spend the summer on the water? Let my cruise report inspire you. Discover everything about our route from Biograd to Zadar, Rab, Cres, Mali Losinj, Premuda, and Dugi Otok. We had wonderful experiences, great swimming stops, and delicious dinners in lovely konobas.
Now read my full cruise report on our family sailing holiday 2023, a 10-day charter from Biograd. I am already looking forward to my next cruise to Croatia and have already started planning.
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Wednesday, 12.07. – Arrival in Biograd
Our family sailing adventure begins in Biograd, where we arrive in the afternoon. After a relaxing shopping trip and stowing the ship, we enjoy a delicious dinner at Konoba Barba. We end the evening comfortably with a drink on deck. 943
Thursday, 13.07. – From Biograd to Zadar
In the morning, we set sail towards Zadar. After a leisurely sailing day with an extended swimming stop, we dock at Marina Tankerkomerc. The well-protected marina is located right in the center of the 3000-year-old city of Zadar. From there, it's not far to the center. Our tip: From the small beacon at the outer mole, you can row directly into the old town with a small boat. 6a3
The lively old town complex is an absolute highlight, with its rich history and its numerous attractions that always fascinate us anew. A special experience is the Sea Organ in Zadar. This unique attraction should definitely be visited, as it produces different tones depending on the wave action, creating new, fascinating music each time. More precisely, it is a kind of experimental music created by tones generated by the wave movement of the sea under the large stone slabs, especially with more waves when motorboats pass by. In this inventive construct, the waves flow through a tube system of resonance chambers, and the sea plays the music by pushing the air through the organ pipes under the stone slabs. The Sea Organ on the promenade of the old town is located right next to the impressive installation "Greeting to the Sun." This consists of 300 multi-layered glass solar cells that capture solar energy during the day and create a spectacular light show by the sea after sunset. Together, they offer a fascinating interplay of nature and art.
Restaurant tip: When it comes to location, good food, and a pleasant atmosphere, 2Ribara is our absolute favorite restaurant in Zadar. Super centrally located, it offers a cozy atmosphere and delicious dishes at a reasonable price. The fish was always perfectly cooked, and the food overall was an absolute delight. 37d e0f Absolutely recommendable and a fair price-performance ratio.
Friday, 14.07. – On to Rab – Kristofor Bay
In Zadar, we start the day with a shopping trip to the fish market. Fresh mussels, scampi, and fish go into our provisions. In Kristofor Bay, we prepare a festive dinner with fish brodet and baked mussels – a real treat under the starry sky. This is how you imagine a shared and cozy evening on the ship. These are memories that last. 60a
Saturday, 15.07. – Rab Town
In the morning, we sail to Rab Town and dock at the town pier. A city tour and a visit to the market are on the agenda. In the evening, we treat ourselves to a pizza at Pizzeria San Marco. 355
We don't see Croatia as expensive. We ate well and at fair prices in Biograd and Zadar, and our pizza right in the old town of Rab only cost €12.50, tasted excellent, and was so large that we were more than full. Rip-offs exist everywhere, even in Austria, so it's important to compare prices. On vacation, you often treat yourself to higher-quality foods like fish and steak, which naturally cost more than a schnitzel, no matter where you eat it.
Sunday, 16.07. – From Rab to Cres – Majiska Bay
Our course takes us further to Cres on Trstenik Island, where we take an extended swimming stop and explore an abandoned lighthouse house. In the evening, we anchor in Majiska Bay and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Monday, 17.07. – Cres to Mali Losinj – City Harbor
After a dip in the water, we have breakfast, then set off. After a refreshing swimming stop in Javorna Bay, we reach Mali Losinj. There we explore the town, buy souvenirs, enjoy an ice cream, and buy fresh seafood at the Octopus fish market.
The evening ends with a good drink on the promenade in a small bar, where a talented singer with his great music creates a wonderful atmosphere. 3b6
Tuesday, 18.07. – Mali Losinj to Premuda – Letnja Bay
Our journey takes us further to Premuda, with a swimming stop in Parzine Bay on Ilovik, where we catch squid. In the evening, we anchor in Letnja Bay and enjoy a dinner with fresh fish and mussels.
Our crew consists of three families, and we have a gennaker on board. Unfortunately, one of the girls broke her foot shortly before the vacation and is traveling with a cast, but that doesn't dampen our holiday spirit, because complaining doesn't help, as we know. 609
Wednesday, 19.07. – Premuda to Dugi Otok – Brbinj Bay
We sail to Brbinj Bay on Dugi Otok, with a swimming stop in the passage between Ist and Molat. In Brbinj Bay, we enjoy a quiet dinner on board.
Thursday, 20.07. – Dugi Otok – Zaglav
After a swimming stop on Krknata Island, we dock in Zaglav at the village pier next to the gas station. The day ends with a delicious dinner at Konoba Roko.
Friday, 21.07. – Return to Biograd
Our last sailing day takes us back to Biograd, with a final swimming stop in Soline Bay on Pasman. After returning the ship, our sailing holiday 2023 ends, and the anticipation for the next one begins. 6f5
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Experience the beauty of Croatia with Pitter Yachtcharter 2024 on a sailing cruise full of adventure, relaxation, and good food in lovely konobas.
I hope my cruise report has set the mood for your next sailing cruise in Croatia. I wish you lots of fun planning your holiday! - Yours, Klaus Pitter
