Do Something Different This Summer: Exploring Croatia's Beers On A Yacht Charter

More and more of today’s holiday seekers are looking for a new experience on their vacation. The old ideas of simply lying back and soaking up sun and sand are no longer enough for many travellers.

Food and drink have become just as important as getting a tan and lying on the beach. And exploring the excitement of new destinations is a definite plus among today’s image-conscious Instagram and TikTok generation.

That’s why the hottest new travel destinations are not always the hottest temperatures – or the furthest flung countries. Sometimes the best destinations for a holiday are close enough to make travel easy, affordable and stress-free.

Cost-effective Croatia has become one of Europe’s trendiest holiday locations – because it ticks all those modern boxes. It’s warm and sunny, it’s unspoilt and beautiful, and it is packed with the opportunity for a wide range of great new experiences.

Best of all, Croatia offers great food and drink. Look out for fabulous fresh seafood dishes along the coast or specialities like slow-cooked lamb or risotto rice inland.

For many visitors the country offers a chance to discover one of the great ranges of national beers. Croatia is fast becoming one of the best-known producers of high quality beer.

But what’s the best way to discover Croatia? One look at the long, thin map of the country gives you a clue.

With more than 3,620 miles of coastline to explore, this Adriatic country is perfect for a nautical holiday experience.

In fact the amazing scenery and brilliant sights mean Croatia offers a new definition of luxury travel – by sea on your own boat. It’s a destination that can now provide some of the most sumptuous boat holidays in the world.

The Croatian coast is a sequence of spectacular white rock formations, sparkling sandy beaches and pristine unexplored islands. There are more than a thousand islands along this gorgeous coastline.

In some places the rugged mountains plunge right down to the sea in spectacular cliffs. In others there are pine forests sloping down to the water.

Some areas have thriving resorts, usually based around an old fishing harbour surrounded by lovely historic buildings with trademark terracotta-tiled roofs. Other spots are all about seclusion – with amazing sandy beaches only accessible by boat.

Of course, this means that for many visitors, the best way to fully enjoy the coastline is by boat. Luckily Croatia offers great opportunities to hire a holiday boat or take a yacht charter.

A leading operator like Borrowaboat can provide all you need for a luxury holiday adventure in Croatia. The company offers access to more than 35,000 boats worldwide – and has a fantastic selection along the Adriatic coast in Croatia.

Yachts, motorboats and catamarans are available with or without a skipper depending on your requirements and expertise. They provide a cost-effective way of seeing the best sights of Croatia from the water and escaping the crowds whenever you want.

You’ll find that the country has a fine network of experienced charter operators and well-equipped marinas. All the main coastal resorts provide harbours catering to both charters and private boats.

Why not use the holiday as a chance to explore Croatia’s famous beers as well? Your trip can become like a luxury Mediterranean wine-tasting tour by car – except you don’t have to drive.

Replace those vintage labels and dusty vineyards with a box of sparkling cool beer. Then you’ll have the recipe for a beer cruise with a luxurious contemporary difference.

From the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik, a World Heritage Site, to the vibrant nightlife centre of Hvar, a Croatian boat trip gives you the chance to enjoy every type of holiday. You can simply choose to relax while anchored in a secluded cove – or join the party atmosphere in one of the top harbourside resorts.

The sailing routes between Split and Dubrovnik allow you to investigate hundreds of islands and inlets on the way. Find lively part islands – or quiet uninhabited ones.

And wherever you sail in Croatia you’ll be able to find great local beers. It’s now known as one of the top countries in Europe for beer production – and consumption.

Around 90 per cent of all beer drunk in Croatia is produced in the country. There are many major beer labels and emerging craft ales too.

If in doubt, look out for reliable leading local brands like Ozujsko and Karlovacko. But there are plenty of lesser known beers waiting to be discovered as you travel around the coast.

Croatians love their beers – but not to excess. Figures show that more than half adults drink beer regularly.

Most locals drink carefully however and enjoy the taste of their beers rather than the quantity. They are very proud of their country’s brews.

Visiting bars and trying beers is a great way of getting to know a local culture and destination, and for meeting the locals. But it’s also a great holiday ingredient to keep a stock of local beers on your boat.

After all, what could be a more luxurious holiday treat than sitting on a sunny boat deck, sipping a high-quality local beer? What a brilliant way to relax, gazing across glittering turquoise seas.

And what luxury holiday could top sitting aboard your own boat, toasting a spectacular Adriatic sunset over the coast of Croatia?