SkipperCity Blog – Calm Guides and Stories from the Croatian Sea
Guides, routes and honest numbers from people who spend the season on the Croatian coast. A new post comes with each newsletter issue, written to help you plan a week, not to sell you one.
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Guides & how-toCheck-in day: the forty minutes that decide your weekThe checklist our skippers use at Croatian charter handovers: six things to test before you sign, and the one photo that protects your deposit.
Weather & seasonsKornati in October: eighty-nine islands, almost nobodySailing the Kornati National Park in October: quiet anchorages, konobas that stay open late in the season, and how to plan around bura and jugo.
Routes & regionsAn afternoon on Hvar by e-bikeA relaxed e-bike afternoon on Hvar's UNESCO cycling route 704: the Stari Grad Plain, Vrboska, the coast to Jelsa for lunch, and home through Vrbanj and Dol.
Budget & costsWhat a week actually costsCard price, deposit, transit log, skipper, fuel and marinas: every line of a charter week in Croatia, which ones are fixed and which ones you choose.
Guides & how-toYacht Charter Packing Tips: What Not to Bring to CroatiaWhy soft bags beat suitcases, which shoes the deck allows, what the boat already provides, what to pack for kids and what to leave at home.
Guides & how-toLagoon 42 vs Bali 4.6: Which Catamaran for Croatia?Lagoon 42 or Bali 4.6? Layout, foredeck, helm, cabins, sailing and galley compared for a Croatian charter, and which crews each catamaran suits.
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Guides & how-to
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- Check-in day: the forty minutes that decide your weekThe checklist our skippers use at Croatian charter handovers: six things to test before you sign, and the one photo that protects your deposit.
- Yacht Charter Packing Tips: What Not to Bring to CroatiaWhy soft bags beat suitcases, which shoes the deck allows, what the boat already provides, what to pack for kids and what to leave at home.
- Lagoon 42 vs Bali 4.6: Which Catamaran for Croatia?Lagoon 42 or Bali 4.6? Layout, foredeck, helm, cabins, sailing and galley compared for a Croatian charter, and which crews each catamaran suits.
- Best Catamaran Brands to Buy or Charter in 2027Lagoon, Bali, Fountaine Pajot, Leopard, Nautitech and Windelo compared: standout models, pros and cons, and the brands most common in Croatian fleets.
- Sunsets at Sea: Best Sunset Spots on the Croatian CoastDiscover Croatia’s stunning sunset spots along the coastline, featuring the Kornati Islands, Hvar, and Telašćica Nature Park.
- Top Tips for First-Time Catamaran Charter Guests in CroatiaFirst catamaran charter in Croatia? Bareboat or crewed, booking ahead, what to pack, water and power aboard, tipping, provisioning and ways to save money.
- The Complete Guide to Sustainable Yacht CharteringZero-emission and hybrid yachts, HVO fuel, solar power and greener materials: how sustainable yacht chartering is changing, and what guests can choose.
- Family-First Yacht Design: Child-Friendly Charter BoatsExplore family-first yacht design, highlighting child-friendly features that enhance comfort and safety for unforgettable charter experiences.
- Smart Yachting: How Technology Is Changing ChartersExplore how smart yachting technology enhances charter experiences with IoT, AI, safety innovations, and eco-friendly solutions.
- Catamaran vs Monohull: Which to Charter in CroatiaExplore the key differences between catamarans and monohulls for chartering in Croatia, and find your perfect sailing experience!
- Family-Friendly Boat Selection Guide for Croatian WatersPlan the perfect family vacation in Croatia with our guide on selecting family-friendly boats, itineraries, safety tips, and amenities.
- The Ultimate Yacht Charter Meal Planning GuideMaster yacht charter meal planning with tips on provisioning, dietary preferences, and meal structures for unforgettable experiences at sea.
- Renting a Boat in Croatia: What to Know Before You BookBefore you rent a boat in Croatia: the licence and VHF rules and who checks them, tourist tax, the best months, what to pack and which boat type to pick.
- The Fisherman’s House: Lunch on Sveti Klement, PakleniA family restaurant and B&B on Sveti Klement in the Pakleni Islands near Hvar: grilled fish, octopus salad, pašticada and their own white wine.
- NCP & mare: Your Gateway to Yacht Charters in CroatiaNCP & mare (NCP Charter) runs over 70 yachts from Šibenik – sailing yachts, catamarans and motor yachts – for bareboat and skippered charters in Croatia.
- Navigating the Adriatic: Yacht Charter Tips for CroatiaA chapter-by-chapter guide to a Croatian charter: choosing the boat, weather, charts and rules, provisioning, etiquette ashore and emergency numbers.
- Catamaran with a Skipper in Croatia: Why Families Book ItWhy families pick a skippered catamaran in Croatia: stability for the seasick, space for eight, a skipper who reads the weather – and the cabin they need.
- Croatia Sailing Holidays with a Skipper: How the Week WorksHow a skippered sailing holiday in Croatia runs: planning the route with your skipper, the April–October season, a crewed upgrade and how to book.
- First Skippered Sailing Holiday in Croatia: What to ExpectFirst sailing holiday with a skipper in Croatia? What the skipper does, what to pack, one-week or two-week routes, and why skippered boats suit families.
- Top 5 Destinations to Rent a Yacht in CroatiaDubrovnik, Mljet National Park, Krka, Hvar and Korčula: five places to put on a Croatian yacht itinerary, with what to see and do ashore at each one.
- Romantic Sailing Holidays in Croatia with a SkipperA skippered sailing holiday for two in Croatia: Trogir, Brač and Vis, the quiet Kornati and Lojena beach, and why a skipper suits a honeymoon week.
- Things to Consider When Renting a Boat in CroatiaSeason, weather, equipment and cost: what to weigh up before renting a boat in Croatia, from July–August prices to the transit log and tourist tax.
- Can You Rent a Boat Without License in Croatia?No licence? In Croatia a bareboat skipper needs a recognised licence and VHF certificate, checked at check-in – without them, book a boat with our skipper.
- Rent a Boat with Skipper in Croatia: Cost and What You GetRenting a boat with a skipper in Croatia: ours costs from 2.100 € a week plus food, plans the route around the weather and knows the bays and konobas.
- Yacht Charter Terminology: A Glossary of Sailing TermsCharter terms explained – bareboat, crewed, one-way, advance and balance payments, APA, security deposit, WMT and EMT – plus a list of sailing jargon.
- What Does a Charter Skipper Do? Role, Cost and CabinWhat a yacht charter skipper does all week – safety, mooring, routes, local tips – what ours costs (from 2.100 € a week plus food) and why they need a cabin.
- Skippered Catamaran Charter in Croatia: Booking and CostsHow a skippered catamaran in Croatia is booked and paid: the charter fee on the company’s plan, our skipper from 2.100 € a week plus food, and the deposit.
- Sailing with Kids in Croatia: Start Small, Pick the BoatA first sail with children in Croatia: start small, sail with another family, choose a boat with the right cabins and child life jackets, give kids jobs.
- Boat petrol stationsFind the best petrol stations for boats in Croatia. Refueling tips, locations, fuel prices & marina services. Plan a smooth charter with SkipperCity.
- Croatian nautical chartsPlan a Croatian sailing route on the free OpenSeaMap, find official charts from the Hydrographic Institute, and know every charter yacht carries charts.
- Important phone numbersCroatia’s emergency numbers for sailors: 112 and 195 sea rescue, VHF weather broadcast channels and times, and the phone numbers of the port authorities.
Routes & regions
12 posts
- An afternoon on Hvar by e-bikeA relaxed e-bike afternoon on Hvar's UNESCO cycling route 704: the Stari Grad Plain, Vrboska, the coast to Jelsa for lunch, and home through Vrbanj and Dol.
- Provisioning a Catamaran in Croatia: What and Where to BuyWhat to buy for a week aboard and where: supermarkets and green markets near Split, Trogir, Dubrovnik and Zadar bases, delivery and island top-ups.
- Two Weeks on a Catamaran: Split to Dubrovnik in 14 DaysA 14-day one-way catamaran route from Split to Dubrovnik: Šolta, Vis, the Pakleni Islands, Šćedro, Korčula, Mljet and Šipan, with daily distances.
- 7-Day Catamaran Itinerary from Split: Islands and BaysA week on a catamaran from Split or Trogir: Milna, Hvar, the Pakleni Islands, Vis, Komiža and Šolta, with distances, moorings and anchoring tips each day.
- How to Plan the Perfect 7-Day Yacht Charter in CroatiaPlan the ultimate 7-day yacht charter in Croatia. Learn where to sail, what to pack, and how to book your trip with tips for Split to Dubrovnik itineraries.
- Croatia Yacht Charter Itineraries: 3 Week-Long RoutesThree week-long routes: Split to Dubrovnik one way, a round trip from Split, and Dubrovnik to Montenegro and back, with tips on choosing and booking.
- Croatia’s Secret Sailing Routes: 7-Day Itineraries Away From Tourist HotspotsA quieter one-way week from Zadar to Split: Molat, Premuda and the Kornati first, then Šolta, Brač and Hvar, with short daily legs and anchorages.
- Yacht Charters in Split – The Best Places to See on Your Croatia Yacht CharterDiocletian’s Palace, the Riva and the cellars in Split, then Korčula and Vis: what to see on a yacht charter from Split, and when crowds are thinner.
- Best Places to Drop Anchor in the Central AdriaticSix Central Adriatic stops from Split: the Krknjaši Blue Lagoon, the submarine pen at Rogačić on Vis, Vis Town, the Pakleni Islands, Hvar and Stari Grad.
- Sailing Croatia’s City Ports: Zadar, Split and DubrovnikZadar, Split and Dubrovnik from the water: the harbours and marinas in each city and the sights worth a day ashore, from St Donatus to Diocletian’s Palace.
- Wine Routes of Brač, Hvar and Vis: Island WinemakersPlavac mali, vugava and bogdanuša: the winemakers of Brač, Hvar and Vis worth a visit when you moor on a Middle Dalmatia sailing week, island by island.
- Big Game Fishing in Croatia: Bluefin Tuna off SplitBluefin tuna have made the Adriatic a big game fishing destination: what anglers target off Split and Dalmatia, and why a boat with a local skipper helps.
Weather & seasons
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Budget & costs
7 posts
- What a week actually costsCard price, deposit, transit log, skipper, fuel and marinas: every line of a charter week in Croatia, which ones are fixed and which ones you choose.
- Skippered vs Bareboat Charter in Croatia: Cost and ValueBareboat or skippered in Croatia? Licences, a skipper from 2.100 € a week plus food, deposit risk, local knowledge and which crews each option suits.
- Prices in Croatia 2025: Cost of Living, Travel, Food, Accommodation & MoreWhat things cost in Croatia, from 2025 figures: coffee, groceries, rent, restaurants, fuel and transport, plus Split, Zagreb and Dubrovnik compared.
- Yacht Charter Croatia Costs: Bareboat, Crewed or Power?How the type of charter changes the cost in Croatia: bareboat from about 1.900 € a week for a 40–45 ft sailboat, then catamarans, motor and crewed yachts.
- Mooring Costs in Croatia: Marinas, Buoys and AnchoringWhat a night costs in Croatia: marina berths at 70–110 € for a 45 ft monohull and 110–180 € for a 12 m catamaran, buoys from 25 €, anchoring free.
- Rent a Yacht in Croatia: High, Shoulder or Off-Season?How the season changes what a yacht costs in Croatia: the July–August peak, cheaper May, June and September weeks, and when early-booking deals appear.
- Croatia Boat Charter Costs: What the Price IncludesWhat a Croatia boat charter price covers and what comes on top: transit log, cleaning, tourist tax, the refundable deposit, fuel, berths and APA.
Stories
11 posts
- The Future of Yacht Charters: Technology to ExpectSmart yachts, AI navigation, hybrid propulsion and new booking tools: the technology changing yacht charters ahead of the 2027 season, and what it means.
- Experience the Best of the Aegean with SeaStars YachtingSeaStars Yachting runs day cruises from Athens along the Athenian Riviera and the Saronic Gulf, plus longer island trips in Greece with captain and crew.
- Explore Langkawi by Sea with LangkawiCruise.comLangkawiCruise.com runs private sunset and day cruises, shared cruises from the Royal Langkawi Yacht Club and longer private charters in Malaysia.
- The Psychology of Yacht Design: Layouts and Guest ComfortExplore how yacht design influences guest experiences through space, color, lighting, and comfort for an unforgettable journey.
- The Rise of Female Yacht Captains in the Charter IndustryExplore the rise of female yacht captains, driving diversity and sustainability in the charter industry. Embrace inclusivity in yachting!
- Unfurl Your Sails: Escape the Ordinary with WaypointWaypoint, founded in Rovinj in 1994, charters catamarans and sailing yachts from bases in Trogir and Dubrovnik, including one-way charters along the coast.
- The World’s Hidden Gems: A Journey Through TravelMag.comTravelMag.com, an online travel magazine: destination guides, travel features and reviews, including its guide to yacht charter companies in Dubrovnik.
- Adriatic Management: Flybridge Yacht Charter in CroatiaExclusive Yacht Charter by Adriatic Management offers an exclusive experience for those seeking a luxurious flybridge yacht charter in Croatia.
- The 12 Greatest Sailing Films of All TimeAll things sailing, particularly movies, excite us. As a consequence, we've assembled a list of the top 12 greatest sailing films of all time.
- Meghan Markle’s Memories of CroatiaWhat Meghan Markle wrote after her 2014 trip on the Croatian coast: black risotto in Dubrovnik, a night in Korčula, cycling on Vis, Hvar’s beach clubs.
- SkipperCity in TravelMag’s Top 3 Croatia Yacht ChartersWe are proud to announce that TravelMag, leading online travel magazine, selected SkipperCity to be among top 3 yacht charter companies in Croatia.