Croatian adventures
We are in Croatia and visit Krk, Istria and Rovinj. We sail in the scenic Croatian archipelago and then continue to Istria, which offers beautiful medieval cities, exciting truffle hunts and diving off a minesweeper from the Second World War. After diving and sailing, we check in to Croatia’s biggest, by area, campsite, Park Umag, and cook a truffle omelette.
Sailing in Croatia
The Croatian archipelago is a paradise for sailors. The shoals are sparse and the water crystal clear. There are also about 40 well-equipped marinas with a good standard along the coast and many charter companies with boat hire ranging from small daytrip boats to big motorboats and sailing boats for weekly tours.
Croatian Sailing Company
Truffle hunts with dogs in Croatia
The truffle is a fungus that grows under the ground and one of the most sought after raw products in the gastronomic world. It thrives in the area around the Mediterranean, so we take the opportunity and set off to the small village of Paladini to search for truffles with the Karlić family. The family’s dogs Candy and Delilah are specially trained for the purpose and manage to find three black truffles in 20 minutes.
Karlić Tartufi
A visit under the sea
The best time for diving in Croatia is the summer months when the visibility is perfect and the water is at a comfortable temperature. If you don’t have a certificate or your own diving equipment, there are many companies on location that hire out equipment and arrange courses.
Blue Planet Diving Center
Issa Diving Center
Our campsite accommodation in Croatia
Camping Krk
Camping Krk is a five-star family-friendly campsite on the Croatian island of Krk. There are pools, playgrounds and pitches with and without partial shade. The location, close to the beach, right by the sea, and the proximity to the island’s chief town make Camping Krk a good resort whether you are restless or looking for tranquillity.
CampingIN Park Umag
CampingIN Park Umag is Croatia’s biggest campsite by area. It is a four-star facility right by a stony beach where you can hire everything from pitches and cottages to tents and motorhomes. Many of the pitches have their own terrace and brick barbecue.
