Living There
Planning a Zen holiday at the beach? Then, Croatia is a great destination for you! Pack your bathing suit and your sun cream and head out to the beach! One of Europe’s best seaside destinations, Croatia offers hundreds of beautiful islands with charming sand shores bathed the warm waters of the Adriatic. Wondering which are the best beaches in Croatia? Here are our top ten heart picks:
Zlatni rat, island of Brac.
This amazing beach looks golden when seen from up, but when getting closer, you will notice some small pebbles. Located just outside of Hvar’s channel, Zlatni rat is a great choice for families traveling with kids, for youngsters looking for some adrenaline pumping and all night partying as well as for couples in search of some romantic escape. But what is most of it, Zlatni rat beach is a paradise for extreme and water sports enthusiasts. The wind and the waves are great here, so you can enjoy some wind surfing.
Srebrna, island of Vis
A beach vacation on Vis Island has all the potential to turn into a blast. If you have already chosen to visit this beautiful piece of Croatian land, make sure you don’t miss out on Srebrna beach – a rather isolated shore surrounded by lush vegetation. If you want to watch the show of light offered by the moon rays reflected in the shiny pebbles of the beach, visit Srebrna beach also at night. What could be more romantic than a walk on a silvery beach under the moonlight?
Stara baska, island of Krk
Just like Srebrna is one of the most pristine beaches you can find, Stara baska is one of the most beautiful beaches you could possibly imagine. Tucked between steep cliffs, Stara baska is a quiet place on the popular and charming Krk island, where you can enjoy the sun or practice some wind surfing. During the first days of autumn, when the hordes of tourists go home, you can spend here a nice afternoon, away from the rest of the world.
Sveti Ivan, island of Cres
This pristine beach has succeeded to keep its beauty especially because it cannot be easily accessed by land. The best way to get to it is by sea. Therefore, it makes a great stop for a quiet suntan if you are cruising the Adriatic on your yacht. You will recognize the Sveti Ivan beach by the towering lighthouse dominating it from the top of a rocky cliff.
Bilin Zal, island of Korcula
Many people agree that Korcula is one of the most beautiful Croatian islands. Home to a charming old town, dotted with historic landmarks, and surrounded by legends, Korcula offers some of Croatia’s most stunning beaches and one of them Bilin Zal.
Gustinja Bay, island of Rovinj
Another great destination for romantic getaways, Rovinj Island is home to a wide range of beaches, to cater to all tastes, from naturalist sun bathing lovers to families with kids and couples looking for a nice place to escape the crowds. Gustinja Bay is dotted with small pristine beaches bathed by the warm waters of the Adriatic. The coast surrounding Gustinja Bay has a rocky aspect, but there is plenty of vegetation for those looking for a more shady area.
