Stiniva beach
it is located in the southern part of Vis Island in the same name gulf. In 2016 it was recognized as the best European beach and was awarded by the European Best Destinations award. It heighten increased interest of tourists, therefore, the place is very lively and crowded. For really enjoying its fantastic beauty, it is better to arrive early in the morning and not in the middle of the season. The rest of the time, the beach only remotely resembles an idyllic picture from the advertising avenue, and more like a noisy oriental bazaar.
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Beach description
Stiniva is located in a tiny cozy bay, surrounded on all sides by majestic overhanging cliffs. From the sea side, the entrance to the bay is practically invisible and represents a narrow neck about five meters wide. The beach is quite miniature (not more than forty meters), covered with fine pebbles and slightly reminiscent of the famous Thai Phi Phi Lei, on which the "Beach" with DiCaprio.
The sea near the shore is relatively shallow and very warm, the water is crystal clear, of amazing turquoise color. This attracts scuba drivers who spend hours enjoying the beauty of the depths of the sea. The entrance to the water is smooth, and the bottom is comfortable and safe. There are large stones and rock fragments on the edges of the bay, where sea urchins like to hide, so special shoes do not hurt. The beach is not equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas, but this is not a big problem, as in the afternoon the sun goes beyond the mountains and the thick shade creeps ashore.
There are small snack bar on the beach where you can buy sandwiches, chips, soft drinks and ice cream. Next to it, there are several old fishermen's houses, which are of historical value and protected by the state.
When is the best time to go?
Although the summer in Croatia is hot (the temperature can rise up to 30 degrees), but thanks to the sea breezes it is very pleasant - the best time for a beach holiday. If you want to see the sights of this country rich in historical events, it is better to choose tours in spring or autumn: firstly, the weather is comfortable, and secondly, there are not so many tourists in these times of the year, which positively affects prices.
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Infrastructure
The fastest and most comfortable way to get to the beach is to rent a boat, speed boat or kayak, or buy a guided tour along the coast. In both cases, tourists are only taken to the narrow "neck" in front of the entrance to the bay, and then they will have to swim to the shore in life jackets. As part of the tour, travelers can also explore other amazing bays and caves, swim in the open sea and, if any luck, admire the dolphins and the sea turtles in their natural environment.
The road on land is much more difficult and suitable only for physically healthy and enduring people. Stiniva Bay is located just below the village of Zizec, so the car will have to be left upstairs and then go down a steep, loose path marked with markers for about twenty minutes (and, accordingly, go back along with it). Covered comfortable shoes are mandatory!
The nearest accommodation option to the beach - Villa Luana, located on top of a cliff with fantastic sea view. It is designed for six people, and it offers two bedrooms, living room, dining room, balcony, and a large garden terrace. It is equipped with everything you need. There are a modern kitchen and bathroom, and also a barbecue area is provided there. Free parking is available near the villa, as well as beautiful Roki's restaurant, which is famous for its octopus specialty.
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Vis is a relatively small island (only 90 sq.km.), which can fully explored in a couple of days. The most convenient way to rent a car is to be independent of public transport and visit the most protected places. Among the most famous sights of the island are Titov's Cave, from which the road to the top of Mount Hum, the highest point of the island, the Franciscan monastery, built in the Middle Ages, and the famous Blue Bay with a naturally lit grotto of fantastic beauty.