Moon Croatia & Slovenia by Shann Fountain Alipour

Author:Shann Fountain Alipour
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub, pdf
Publisher: Avalon Travel
Published: 2016-07-10T07:00:00+00:00

Makarska Riviera

Packed with tourists in the summer, particularly from neighboring Bosnia, it can be hard to find a spot for your towel on the Makarska Riviera’s great pebbly beaches. For the most part, it’s a jumble of package hotels, kids looking for a party, and families interested in relaxing by the sea. The area is also popular with Germans and Hungarians spending a couple of weeks in the sun. It is possible to use it as a comfortable overnight stop and offers a handful of hotels and good restaurants. There are also some outstanding beaches, particularly in Brela, though they are best savored outside the busiest months of July and August.

BRELA

South of Split and north of Makarska, Brela is set on a six-kilometer stretch of pebbly beach rimmed by olive and fig trees. The sea slopes gently here, making it great for young children and hesitant swimmers.

Beaches

Punta Rata is Brela’s most popular beach, a long white-pebbled strip backed by lots of facilities, including restaurants, lifeguards (generally 8am-8pm daily summer), and changing areas. The 400-meter Berulija beach has a few more secluded spots, since the coastline dips into three different coves. If you’re looking for a romantic beach, Vrulja is a hidden cove slightly north of town. The best approach is by boat. You can rent a small one at Brela’s marina. Don’t be surprised to find a few skinny dippers in the quieter stretches of beach.

Accommodations and Food

The chain of Blue Sun Hotels is the best choice for accommodations in Brela. The Berulia (Frankopanska 22, tel. 021/603-190, [email protected], www.bluesunhotels.com, 355Kn d, including breakfast) is probably the best value for money. Basic but comfy rooms in the stark modern building overlook a sparkling pool and a gentle slope to the beach. The Soline (Trg Gospe od Karmela 1, tel. 021/603-190, [email protected], www.bluesunhotels.com, 640Kn d), positioned at the upper end of the chain, has swish rooms with wood floors and a giant spa as well as indoor and outdoor pools.

Indoors or out, dining at the Ivandića Dvori (Banje 1, tel. 021/618-407, 5pm-1am daily, 90Kn) is a lovely experience. Sitting on a stone-floored terrace overlooking the water or beside a roaring fire inside in the winter, you can choose from a good variety of grilled fish and meat dishes.

Information and Services

You can pick up information from Brela’s tourist office (Alojzija Stepinca bb, tel. 021/618-455, www.brela.hr, 8am-9pm daily summer, 8am-3pm Mon.-Fri. winter), but the posted hours aren’t always observed.

Getting There and Around

Getting to Brela by car is easy—just follow the Magistrala. By bus it’s somewhat more difficult. Buses from Split run regularly to Makarska, though you should alert your driver you want to be dropped off near Brela. If you’re trying to catch the bus here, you may need to flag it down to stop, though in the high season you likely won’t be the only one waving.

BAŠKA VODA

Low on charm but filled with lots of services for travelers (think mid-range hotels, souvenir shops, and loads of postcards), Baška Voda is best as an overnight on your way elsewhere.

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