Product Description

The Dalmatian coast, with its many unspoilt islands and crystal clear waters, ranks high amongst the best cruising areas in the world. Share its secrets, get an inside track on the latest cruising and destination news, and obtain all the facts, photos and chartlets you need to cruise it safely, discover its hidden gems, and enjoy it to the full.

*Croatia is a cruising hotspot that is developing rapidly. This is the most in depth and up to date book of its kind on the market.

*The authors have access to the best contacts and latest information on what is happening onshore and offshore. They have lived and worked in the cruising area for five years.

This book features

*Port guides - where to eat, shop & visit as well as local facilities, chandlers and engineers.

*Pilotage - clear pilotage directions, aerial approach shots.

*Colour charts to simplify harbour approaches, carefully selected approach and entrance waypoints.

*History and culture - useful background information about these important aspects of the cruising region.

*Eating and drinking - restaurant tips for each harbour, local cuisines and wine cellars.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #149463 in Books
• Published on: 2008-01-28
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 256 pages

Review
"Croatia undoubtedly has an interesting coastline and this publication does it justice..."  (Classic Boat, February 2008)

"well laid out book…with comprehensive explanations of the pros and cons of each anchorage and port…"   ( Dinghy Magazine, February 2008)

"I wouldn't take the risk of this book not being onboard. Buy it, and take it with you!" (Practical Boat Owner, March 2008)    

“The pages are bright and accessible, with plenty of charts and photographs…Worth packing if you’re off on a charter.” (Yachting Monthly, April 2008)

From the Back Cover
A wide variety of ports and anchorages set against a spectacular natural backdrop are an essential part of Croatia's increasing popularity as a cruising destination. However Croatia is not just a pretty face - this country is rich with culture and reflects an intriguing diversity of influences.

The Croatia Cruising Companion features this country's sailing heartland the Dalmatian coast between Zadar and Molunat, south of Dubrovnik, and its numerous off-lying islands. Packed full of colour harbour plans and photographs this essential guide also covers all the shore facilities in depth and will prove an invaluable asset aboard any yacht.

The Croatia Cruising Companion encapsulates their passion for Dalmatia's coastline and islands, and incorporates the detailed knowledge they have built up in the five years they have lived there.

PORT GUIDES

Useful information about where to eat, shop and visit in addition to a comprehensive guide to the local facilities, chandlers and boatyards

PILOTAGE

Clear pilotage directions and invaluable local knowledge

CHARTLETS

Easy to read, full colour charts to simplify harbour approaches

HISTORY AND CULTURE

Useful background information about these important aspects of the cruising region

GLOSSARY

A Croatian phrasebook of nautical and general terms

About the Author
John Nash is an experienced Yachtmaster Offshore sailor and was a member of the winning crew in the first east to west British Steel Challenge Round The World Yacht Race. He fell in love with Croatia on his first visit in 2001 and works within the Croatian Marina industry specialising in advising on new marina developments. Jane Cody is an established freelance writer and a regular contributor for Time Out.

Customer Reviews

Perfect companion
Used this book almost exclusively on our 10 day sailing trip through the dalmation islands. The charter company had provided another book with similar information but this Cruising Companion provided better information and a clearer description of what to expect at each marina or anchor.

Croatia Cruising Companion
I purchased a copy of the Croatia Cruising Companion in May 2009 and liked it so much I purchased another copy and had it mailed to my cousin in Los Angeles. We are planning a sailing trip to Croatia after reading a an article claiming that the Dalmation coast is one of the best places in the world to sail. I found the Croatia Cruising Companion on Amazon and took a chance. It was well worth it. Having chartered twice in the Caribbean and sailed some in Mexico, I have three other cruising guides to compare it to and this one is very well done. It is a very good planning tool which has helped us decide where we want to spend our limited vacation time. The book containes twenty-eight pages of general information and organizes the sailing areas into eight groups. It provides everything a sailor needs to find their way amoung the many islands. It describes the specific area (inlet, bay, harbor), navigation,the berthing available and what is on shore, protection from the wind, with colorful pictures and decribes.

I haven't found anyone who has sailed in Croatia as most of the sailing charters and cruisers there seem to be from Europe, which may explain why I am the first to write a review of the book. You may also want to take a look at their blog: [...]. Lots of interesting information.