Hvar’s Old Town
Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia[10.5 miles]
A character-filled, Venetian-era old town, with a picturesque main square, a lattice of historic streets, and cultural treasures galore.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
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Maslina Resort
Last updated: 05 October, 2022
In a secluded bay near Stari Grad, this stylish escape opened in summer 2020. Designed to harmonise with the existing landscape, it’s built into a hillside with pines and olive trees.
All rooms have sea-view terraces (some with private plunge pools), wood or terracotta-tile floors, and bathrooms with Brac-stone washbasins.
The Michelin-starred French chef creates exquisite Mediterranean cuisine from local seasonal produce, served with wine pairing overlooking the infinity pool, while the beach bar does ceviche and champagne for bathers on wooden decks by the sea.
Nearby, the lush spa offers garden-to-skin natural beauty treatments and sound therapy.
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In its own bay, backed by pinewoods. It’s a 10-minute walk to the ferry port, and 2km from Stari Grad, a peaceful fishing village of old stone cottages, with a modest choice of cafes, informal Dalmatian eateries and boutiques.
This is the place to come if you’re looking for peace, quiet and a sense of escape – and stunning natural scenery.
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Airport transfers*
Beach: Onsite
Creche
Fitness centre
Fitness classes
Golf course
Hot tub
Parking: On-site (free)
Pool (adults only)
Pool (indoor)
Pool (outdoor)
Pool (kids)
Spa
Tennis courts
WiFi: Free
Yoga
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All inclusive
Kids menu
Restaurant on-site
Self catering
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Sail the Dalmatian Islands
Dalmatia, Croatia[12.5 miles]
With sheltered waters, a steady breeze, and too-many-to-count uninhabited islands with hidden coves, the Dalmatian islands are made for sailing.
Best for ages: 13+ | £600 | 3-7 days
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Zlatni Rat Beach
Brac, Dalmatia, Croatia[9.9 miles]
A photogenic 500m-long cape of fine golden shingle, that changes shape with the tide. Lined with sunbeds and good for watersports, it’s a great family beach.
Best for ages: 4+ | Free
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Carpe Diem Beach & Club
Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia[10.6 miles]
A beautiful pebble beach with a super-trendy beach club, boasting a lounge bar, DJ and restaurant in a magical setting among the pines. The club opens daily from June to September.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
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Tomic Winery
Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia[10.7 miles]
Taste some of Hvar’s best wines in a cellar modelled on the ancient Roman dining rooms used by the Emperor Diocletian. Hvar’s top winemaker.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
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Stina Winery
Brac, Dalmatia, Croatia[11.3 miles]
The home of Croatia’s oldest wine co-operative, the Stina Winery has been in operation since the 1900’s and produces some of the region’s best Posip (white) and Plavac Mail (red). Daily tours and tastings at 5pm and 6pm, pre-booking not necessary.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
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Dalmatian Islands
Dalmatia, Croatia
A magical, unspoilt archipelago of a thousand-plus islands stretching along Croatia’s southern coast. A heady mix of sea, mountains, adventure sports and medieval buildings
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