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Yacht Charter; The Historic Island of Hvar, Croatia

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Town of Hvar, Croatia

Only able to be visited by sea, the island of Hvar in Croatia, one of the Dalmatian Islands, is a natural stop on a crewed yacht charter along the historic Croatian coast. Sitting in a strategic trading location, Hvar has been a natural stop for seafarers throughout seafaring history, with each civilization leaving a mark on the face of this island with many of the historic buildings and ruins still remaining. Cruise into Hvar City on the island of Hvar, once home to a major naval base of the Venetian Empire on your crewed yacht charter of the Dalmatian Coast.

Hvar Island - Village Street

The island of Hvar has been populated since prehistoric times. Having a mild climate, a large fertile plain, and several fresh water springs, the island has always been a welcoming habitat throughout history. As the Adriatic trading routes developed in the area, Hvar gained increasingly in importance as a trading center. And while wealth flowed through the island as a commerce center for trading, Hvar locals worked the fertile growing areas producing trade goods of their own including wines, olive oil, and lavender for aromatic oils. And of course, as an island, fishing was a large commercial industry.

Hvar Island - Lavendar Field

Today, grapes are still grown for the wineries that are producing both red and white wines. Fields of lavender, and olive trees can be seen across the countryside, and fresh fish is readily available. Hvar is a beautiful fertile island and while there try sampling the wines from little wineries, olive oils from local olive oil presses, and perhaps shop for homemade lavender soaps.

Hvar

There are four main towns on the island, Hvar, Jelsa, Stari Grad, which is the main seaport on the island, and Sucuraj. And surrounding the island are beautiful beaches, and anchorages including the picturesque anchorage of Milna on the southern coast, all with crystal clear waters. Hvar town is becoming a chic spot to see and be seen and has an active night life including a disco up on the hills behind town in an old Venetian fortress.

Hvar Island Countryside

The island of Hvar is said to be the sunniest location in Croatia and one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Visit Hvar and explore the historic towns, enjoy the green lush countryside, and the crystal clear clean waters on a yacht charter in Croatia.

Yacht Charter; Visiting Diocletian’s Palace in Split Croatia

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 21:00:17 +0000

Diocletians Palace - Split, Croatia

Cruise into the city of Split on a crewed yacht charter along the coast of Croatia at the turn of the 21^st century to explore the ruins of the Palace of Diocletian built at the turn of the 4^th century AD, approximately 1600 years ago. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of several along this very historic coastline, this site is well worth seeing while on your crewed yacht charter. A crewed yacht charter in Croatia is a mixture of beautiful water, many islands, and a green coastline. And strewn throughout all are the remains of a long and varied history reflected in the architectural ruins of many cultures across the centuries that are highlights of this coastline. Here at Northrop and Johnson Yacht Charters, we think that the Palace of Diocletian is one of the highlights not to be missed.

Split, Croatia with ruins of Diocletians Palace

Built as a retirement location, Diocletian designed this palace to be located along the crystal clear waters of what is now the Croatian coastline as a lovely seaside home far from civilization. The town of Split grew up within and around the palace walls, as this was a structure built originally for 9000 inhabitants. Over the centuries, locals continued to create their home within the palace walls and now today there are still homes and shops that are anchored into the structure and there to stay.

Diocletians Palace, subterranean vaulting - Split, Croatia

Today the Palace of Diocletian is in the literal center of the town of Split, with one side along the sea. The other three sides remaining were built as heavily fortressed walls. The ruins are one of the most complete remains of a Roman Palace in existence. The Palace was built with several different levels, including a subterranean level with fully vaulted ceilings. The seaside façade, which was the main residence of the Emperor, retains the feeling of a villa, while the rest suggests a military camp. After the Romans abandoned the structure the locals remaining moved into the fortified walls for protection, thus establishing the long history retained today of a living ruin, still alive with homes shops and bustling with day to day life.

Diocletians Palace ruins with cathedral bell tower - Split, Croatia

Stop in Split and wander the interior streets and alleys of the palace remains or perhaps have a private guided tour arranged, however do be sure to see this UNESCO World Heritage while on a crewed yacht charter along the coast of Croatia.

Yacht Charter, Visiting Kotor, Montenegro

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:32:28 +0000

: Kotor at the head of the Boka Kotorska Fjord

Tucked up under the coastline of Croatia is the small coastal area of Montenegro, lining either side of the mouth of the Boka-Kotorska Fjord. At the head of this fjord in Montenegro is the historic city of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an excellent starting location for a crewed yacht charter of Montenegro and Croatia. Dubrovnik, Croatia, also a UNESCO World Heritage site is only 40 nautical miles away from Kotor. Starting your crewed yacht charter of this area embarking from Kotor, Montenegro a UNESCO World Heritage site with the next stop Dubrovnik, Croatia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a great way to start your crewed yacht charter of this lovely and historic cruising area. However don’t start your crewed yacht charter to sail down the lovely fjord between the two UNESCO World Heritage site cities, before exploring Kotor and perhaps even spending time on land exploring Montenegro.

Gate of Old City - Kotor

Kotor, a city of traders and famous sailors is an excellent starting point for a crewed yacht charter of Montenegro and Croatia; reachable via an international airline flight into either the airport in Dubrovnik, Croatia, or depending on the time of year, into Tivat, Montenegro. With roots dating back to the site of a 3rd-century Roman military outpost, the fortress city of Kotor was a Byzantine stronghold in the 6th century. The well preserved Old City of Kotor was built between the 12th and 14th century. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made Kotor a UNESCO listed “World Natural and Historical Heritage Site”.

Old City - Kotor

A walking tour is a great way to see this city criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares. On a walking tour visit the Naval Museum, housed in an 18th-century Baroque palace, the Cathedral of Sveti Tripun, a monument of Roman culture and one of the most recognizable symbols of the city, the Church of Sveti Luka (13th century), Church Sveta Ana (12th century) Church Sveta Marija (13th century), Church Gospe od Zdravlja (15th century), the Prince’s Palace (17th century) and the Napoleon Theatre (19th century) all of which are treasures that are part of the rich heritage of Kotor.

Kotor Port at Night

After boarding your crewed charter yacht at the town quay just under the city walls, take a walking tour of the old city of Kotor before embarking on your crewed yacht charter down the Boka-Kotorska Fjord cruising towards Dubovnik, Croatia.

Yacht Charter; Include Trogir in your yacht charter itinerary for Croatia

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:14:24 +0000

Trogir; Bridge from the Old City

Trogir, which is 27 kilometers west of the city of Split in Croatia, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and should be a stop on every yacht charter itinerary for a crewed yacht charter in Croatia. Actually located on a small island, Trogir is connected to the mainland via a bridge with a protected harbor for any yacht to overnight on a crewed yacht charter along the Croatian coast. First established as a protected harbor by the Greeks in the 3^rd century BC, Trogir has had continuous urban settlement for the last 2300 years. Trogir is considered one of the best examples of a Romanesque-Gothic Medieval walled city still in existence in Central Europe. Tuck into the harbor on your crewed yacht charter and wander through Trogir along streets originally laid out in the Hellenistic time period.

Trogir - Old Town Fortress

Trogir as a city is considered an architectural jewel for examples of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. When exploring Trogir, not to be missed buildings and structures are:

The core of the ancient city inside the walls with about 10 churches and many other buildings from 13th century
The 13^th century Duke’s Palace
The 13^th century Cathedral of St. Lawrence featuring the Portal by Master Radovan considered a masterpiece by created by this Croatian artist
Both of the 15^th century big and small palaces Cipiko
The 15^th century city loggia
The 15^th century Fortress Kamerlengo
The 17^th century city gate and the 15^th century city walls

Trogir- Old City

Trogir is a dream location for anyone interested seeing beautiful examples of various styles of architecture from various time periods, however particularly from the 13^th to the 17^th centuries, and so it is no surprise that tourism is the primary industry. However shipbuilding is now also an important industry for Trogir as well with an active shipbuilding yard. Fishing is a strong industry, so fresh fish is always available, along with fresh produce from the surrounding farms. Be sure to include Trogir in a yacht charter itinerary for a crewed yacht charter along the coast and islands of Croatia.

Yacht Quay, Trogir

Croatia: Yacht Charter Itinerary

admin — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000

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DUBROVNIK

Croatia offers beautiful clear blue waters and a coastline full of history and architectural gems. Indeed, within a 40 mile area, including Montenegro and Croatia, there are two cities, Dubrovnik, Croatia and Kotor Montenegro, that are considered UNESCO World National Heritage Sites, with 9 total UNESCO World National Heritage Sites in both countries. A total of 4 or 5 UNESCO sites can be visited in a one week charter starting in Kotor, Montenegro and ending in Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Following is a suggested one week charter for Kotor to Dubrovnik, including Split, Trogir and Hvar, all UNESCO World Heritage Site locations.

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SUGGESTED CROATIA & MONTENEGRO ITINERARY

KOTOR

The Bay of Kotor, one of the few fjords in the region, is truly memorable. With roots dating back to the site of a 3rd-century Roman military outpost, the fortress city of Kotor was a Byzantine stronghold in the 6th century; today it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A walking tour takes in the great Romanesque cathedral of St. Tryphon and the Naval Museum, housed in an 18th-century Baroque palace. Afternoon cruise down the bay to Dubrovnik. (40 miles)

After breakfast, clear through customs and get ready to visit the spectacular walled city of Dubrovnik. The wonderfully preserved 15th Century “Old Town” features ancient buildings, squares, cobbled streets and fountains, all created from the same beautiful cut stone. Visit the historic main square, the priceless collections in the Dominican Monastery, the Rector’s Palace, Dubrovnik Cathedral and the Franciscan Monastery. Overnight.

Dubrovnik to Celo on the island of Kolocep or Lopud – an excellent beach for lunch and then on to Sipanska Luka, a delightful little village with an old quay to moor against. Lovely walk up the hill to a church where you can see for miles around. (11 miles) Overnight.

MLJET

Leave early for the Island of Mljet. The island was once one of the biggest producers of olive oil in the Med. Odysseus was fabled to have been seduced here by nymphs in Homer’s “The Odyssey”, but it had to be a fable because in real life, he would never have left. Swim and have lunch at a little secluded bay and then on to Polace, (literally “palace”) to explore the ruins of a Roman palace. Cruise along a long wooded inlet, and you could be forgiven for thinking that you were sailing up a Norwegian Fjord. At the end is a protected bay with restaurants. Have dinner on board or ashore. Overnight to Korcula (15 miles)

Awake early for a walk around the fortified medieval town of Korcula (pronounced KorCHoola) where Marco Polo was born. Have a drink at the cocktail bar at the top of one of the towers, where the drinks arrive by a pulley outside the walls, as the stairs are too steep. Leave after lunch for Hvar.

HVAR

Hvar town is overlooked by a large castle and has the oldest theatre in Croatia (circa 1200). This is where the beautiful people hang out. Enjoy a cocktail at the very chic “Carpe Diem” before strolling along the promenade to soak up the atmosphere of Croatia’s Cote d’Azur. The ancients considered Hvar one of the “Isles of the Blessed”. Flower-filled gardens, palms, lemon and orange groves add a fragrance lovely enough to match the visual appeal of this sun-drenched island beauty. Visit the theatre of 1506, the Benedictine Monastery, the town square and ancient stone houses. Overnight.

Leave early for Rogac, a hamlet of the village of Grohote on the northern coast of the island of Solta. In the port there is a citadel dating back to the 17th century. The church of St. Therese has an altarpiece with the portrait of the donor from 1749. The cove of Banje features the remains of a Roman fishpond. Enjoy lunch and a swim before heading up to Trogir to overnight.

TROGIR

Trogir is a small town outside of Split. Trogir stands on the foundations of an ancient Greek settlement on a small island connected to the mainland by bridges. This medieval town is a favorite stop, which offers restaurants, markets, and beautiful sights, including the 15th Century Trogir chapel and the 13th Century portal by the master Radovan. The yacht marina is situated on another small island opposite the old city walls, which is an easy walk over a bridge to the old town. After lunch head toward the ancient city of Split which was taken from Salona as the metropolis of the Roman province of Dalmatia. The medieval town developed out of the Emperor Diocletian’s palace, which is recorded as a UNESCO – “monument of universal importance”. Other sites to visit include the Peristyle, Jupiter’s Temple and Visesllas’s Baptistery.

After breakfast, cruise down to Vis. Studded with little coves and inlets, one is simply spoilt for choice as to where to stop for a dip. Evening in Komiza, where Tito hid from the Germans during WW2 and where there are two excellent restaurants serving fresh fish and local produce. In the Gradina area are remnants of the ancient Greek town of Ussa. On the small Pirovo promontory are remains of a Roman theatre and thermal baths. Enjoy lunch after a short morning sail to the off-lying island of Bisevo, where a quick jump in the dinghy will reveal “the Blue Grotto”, an underwater cave that during the morning is lit from the sun, giving the water an amazing color. Head back to Vis town, a charming old town with some excellent restaurants and a wine bar where they serve nothing but wine from Vis. Overnight.

KORCULA

A Morning sail returns you back to the Island of Korcula, and the port of Vela Luka
(23 miles). The coastal strip, including the small islands of Proizd, Kamenjak, Osjak and Gubesa, represents a rich fishing ground. Also, there is a prehistoric archaeological site – Vela Spilja (Neolithic). Another historical site, the one-nave church of St. John, in the region of Gradina, was first mentioned in the 15th century. It has a bell tower on the main front (“na preslicu”), and a Gothic vault. The parish church and the belfry were built in neo-classical style. Overnight.

A good cruise to the deserted island of Lastovo. A military island until 1992, Lastovo was out of bounds to civilians and thus is completely undeveloped and spectacularly pretty. The lovely anchorage is well protected. Enjoy a swim and lunch before heading back to Cavtat, near Dubrovnik to overnight. The old town of Cavtat, in the very centre of the South Adriatic, is situated at the south slopes of the peninsula of Rat, in the immediate vicinity of Dubrovnik. Known as Epidaurum in ancient times, it is today the tourist and cultural centre of Konavle, the southernmost region of Croatia. The town of beautiful beaches and luxury hotels, together with a traditional way of life and preserved customs, waits for you. Overnight.

After a leisurely breakfast, sail to Dubrovnik to disembark.

Charter Croatia in the Summer of 2009 – M/Y INEVITABLE Available

admin — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000

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INEVITABLE has just completed being re-built at the Feadship yard after 18 months. She is brand new wall to wall from bow to stern including all new tenders and toys. She boasts comfort features such as zero speed stabilizers and modern conveniences such as WIFI and Kalidoscape A/V.

Available in the Mediterranean for Summer 2009. “Captain CAN DO” Dusty Sackmann and his stellar crew are ready to fulfill every wish & need of your clients.

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DESCRIPTION
Builder: Feadship
Year Built/Refit: 1990
Length: (m/ft) 48.16 / 158’00″
Hull: Steel
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Crew: 10
Cruise Speed: 12 knots
Winter Location: Western Mediterranean
Summer Location: Western Mediterranean

Weekly Charter Rate:
Summer: $225,000
Winter: $225,000
Plus expenses (food, beverage, dockage, fuel, custom’s fees, and possible positioning fees)

Availability: June and July 2009

Will be cruising Croatia for June & July

Find out more about INEVITABLE by contacting Northrop and Johnson Worldwide Yacht Charters

Office Phone:401-848-5540
Toll Free: 800-968-5913
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