VIS
Pronunciation: \vēs\ n. geographical location.
One of the mythical Dalmatian islands. |
Pronunciation: \vēs\ n. geographical location
one of the mythical Dalmatian islands |
Pronunciation: \vēs\
n. geographical location
one of the mythical
Dalmatian islands |
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…an unspoiled paradise surrounded by the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic sea.
beach
Spend a day at Stiniva, voted “Europe’s most beautiful Beach” or find one all your own. Vis is an island of secret coves, white pebble beaches and warm blue waters.
bike
Bike from Vis (town) over the pass to Komiza, (Vis’ Second City) for a scenic workout, or just take a leisurely ride to Kut (the other side of Vis Town) for some ice cream.
dine
Sample the local fare at any number of family owned/run taverns (konoba). Fish buyers from Japan come here for their sushi.
boat tour
Visit the Blue Cave, The Green Cave, The island of Bisevo, A donkey sanctuary, and any number of islets just minutes from Vis.
military history tour
Explore the bunkers, forts and underground tunnels and find out why leaders from Napoleon to Tito made Vis their stronghold.
museum
Vis is the oldest inhabited island in this part of the world – the Greeks lived here in the 4th Century B.C. See their artifacts and learn why the inventors of Democracy chose Vis (Issa) as a place to live.
scuba
Visibility in the waters around Vis is typically 100-150+ feet. Need we say more?
swim
Clear, calm, warm, and salty makes for delightful swimming. If you’re up to it, it is possible to swim island to island.
STAND UP PADDLE
Feeling energetic? Want a whole body workout with an amazing view? The calm, clear water coves of Vis are an excellent place to get your zen on.
sail
Take a tour, join as crew, or learn how. Vis is a yachting paradise.
Wine taste
Dalmatia was once the supplier of wine to all of Greece–and it is the home of the ancestor to the most popular California grape–Zinfandel. Sample the local production. If you are here in the fall, you might be asked to help with the harvest.
picnic
Our rooms come with a hamper that you can fill with Dalmatian delicacies, and spend the day finding your own private piece of paradise.
(car and motorcycle rentals available)
STAR GAZE
The almost zero light pollution on Vis allows for a mind-boggling view of the night sky. Bring your smartphone and download our preferred app to identify some of your favorite celestial bodies.