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Split, Croatia
Sept 14- 28, 2024
2024 Croatia Trip completed!
PRICE $TBD/ Deposit $TBD
Deposit $1000 Non-Refundable I Balance due & Cancellation Deadline 07/20/2024
Alternate ways to Pay: Email us and send a check to Mahalo Sailing, PO Box 352, Seal Beach, CA 90740 or by Zelle.
Croatia 2024!
This will be our second trip to Croatia. We enjoyed it so much on the last trip, we’ve decided to go back and see even more! This part of Croatia reminds us of sailing of the Central Coast of California. Rolling hills and mountains, covered in various types of trees, lots of orchards and vineyards, spectacular shorelines and islands and just so much history. And the sailing is great too!
We’ve chartered two 50 foot monohulls for two weeks of exploring the islands near Split. The weather will be mild, the local food is fantastic, people are super nice and it’s easy to communicate with everybody. This could be the travel poster for Mediterranean climate, diet and fun. We will experience a nice mix of remote anchorages, ancient cities, small villages, hidden coves and modern amenities. There will be plenty of time to explore ashore enjoy delicious meals and wander around castles and fortified cities that are thousands of years old.
A favorite memory from last time was an elderly gentleman in a tiny boat, visiting the boats in our anchorage, offering bottles of wine for sale from his family vineyard. It was really good but made even better for the experience. It’s all like that when you slow down and enjoy small places. We hope you join us so we can share with you too.
WHERE WE’LL GO
We will have enough time to get as far south as Dubrovnic. Possible stops may include: Split, Brac, Hvar, Vis, Korcula, Mlit, Dubrovnic and lots of hidden spots along the way. It’s so fun to explore and find new things!
We will be in some remote coves, where we can explore by dinghy and enjoy a sunset meal onboard. It’s always fun to walk around the towns we visit, pet a stray cat, talk to the shop owners, poke through the farmer’s markets, sample cheeses and local treats and have dinner in an 800 year old restaurant.
We will organize group dinners some nights, let you wander to find your own special dinner, and you can always count on our delicious meals onboard.
WHAT WE’LL DO
You can wander the towns, visit historical sites, enjoy a walk and lunch ashore, check out a local museum, enjoy cheese tasting, shop.... There are options to rent SUP’s for an additional fee as well. Please let us know in advance if you are interested. Many of the stops are very walkable with lot’s of history to explore and a few museums to check out.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Two weeks lodging onboard in a shared cabin
Professional Captain and crew
Help with land based travel
Meals on board
Charter boats and all related expenses, with awesome, professional USCG licensed female captains and crew.
Linens
Fuel
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Airfare & Hotels before and after cruise
Food & Alcohol on land (at restaurants, cafes, yacht clubs, etc.)
Tours, excursions, or bike rentals
Any other personal expenses
Gratuity- Traditionally 5- 15% for your wonderful experience and service aboard the boats with our Captains & Crew
Meet Us There
We depart from, and return to Trogir and will explore towns and villages along the way. We typically make one or two stops a day to see the sights, or try a local delicacy, and of course, stop every night to explore a town or anchorage. There is plenty of time to shop or visit churches and museum if you like, or sit in a bistro, or try some cheese or relax on the boat. It’s up to you.
We board our boat at 4:30 PM on September 14th in Trogir. This means most of the first day is spent sightseeing Split and Trogir. The marina’s where we pick up the boats are very busy as all charters go out and come back the same day. Please plan on being patient as you may have to wait to board until we can find everyone and load our groceries. We will be spending the first night at the dock and plan on going out to eat for our welcome dinner so we can all meet. The next morning we will leave the dock and set sail for our adventure!
Is this trip for me?
This trip involves limited walking, steps in and out of the boat as well as the dinghy, a ladder to exit the water when swimming, a shared cabin with a person of your same gender, sailing for perhaps 5 hours per day, excursions ashore on foot as well as in cars. You will be living aboard a large sailboat with multiple other guests. The weather will be in the 60-80° and possible rain. There is plenty of water, but not unlimited amounts. Don’t count on air conditioning onboard.
This is a high end sailing experience but not a cruise ship. You may be asked to help in the galley, take out the trash, strip your bed at the end of the trip and help loading groceries. It’s all part of the adventure. Be ready to be dazzled by the beauty of the area and to make life long friends.
ACCOMMODATIONS.
Every boat is different but we all have shared cabins. Some cabins are similar to a Queen sized bed and some are two single bunks, either side by side or one over the other. Bathrooms, or heads are either shared or attached to a cabin. Sometimes both. Each cabin has storage cabinets or shelves for your belongings, but they are not house sized and you will need to keep your luggage in your cabin, so a soft duffle bag works best. There is absolutely no room for hard or oversized luggage.
Tastes of the Adriatic.
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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Coffee is our way to start the day. Wether you are a tea, coffee, water person in the morning we are prepared. There are lots of restaurants, fish markets, dairies, and fresh produce along the way. It may be venturing out for a meal or two or deciding to eat aboard with something delicious from the galley. We promise there will be LOTS of food 3 meals a day with an occasional group dinner ashore.
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The Menu
Meals aboard are healthy, balanced and determined by the available provisions. Meals are prepared by the crew but you may be asked to help chop vegetables, set the table or help with dishes, from time to time. Dietary issues will always be accommodated if we are notified in advance.
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Extras
This will be a great place to explore the many bistros, restaurants, and shops along the way. Remember to save room in your luggage for extras you find along the way! When onboard we try to prepare tried and tested dishes from our experience as well as meals influenced by our travels and local.