{"id":30649,"date":"2022-07-28T12:05:31","date_gmt":"2022-07-28T17:05:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/world\/?p=30649"},"modified":"2025-08-25T07:32:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T12:32:42","slug":"3-sea-itineraries-from-split-to-the-mediterranean-you-should-try","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/world\/30649\/3-sea-itineraries-from-split-to-the-mediterranean-you-should-try\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Sea Itineraries From Split To The Mediterranean You Should Try"},"content":{"rendered":"

As incredible as it may seem, during the last five-six years <\/span>Split<\/span><\/a> has become one of the most popular marine hubs of the entire Mediterranean Basin. At least for what concerns those who want to grapple with the gentle art of sailing for the first time or don\u2019t have that much experience. The reasons for this success are multiple, but there are three main factors.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. The increasing reputation of Croatia and its seaside towns as a summer holiday destination.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. The relatively low costs of accommodations like holiday villas and apartments, and boat rentals.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Its geographic position is secluded in the middle of the <\/span>Adriatic Sea<\/span><\/a> (one of the most navigable seas of the world), and at the same time not far from the main Mediterranean destinations, like Sicily, Greece, Malta, Turkey or Egypt.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    That\u2019s why <\/span>Split Boat rental<\/span><\/a> and crew hiring have become \u2013 in a very short period of time \u2013 two extremely profitable businesses. And this is the same reason why an online service like SamBoat (a digital hub that allows every private ship owner to rent his\/her boat to other private potential clients, without resorting to the services of an intermediary company) has been found in the Croatian city of the most \u201cfertile grounds\u201d of its worldwide network.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Why renting a boat in Split is the best way to explore the Mediterranean?<\/span><\/p>\n

    As we said before, Split is located in an extremely advantageous location, especially for those sailors who want to spend a couple of weeks (the average time requested for a satisfying cruise) exploring the most beautiful corners of the Mediterranean Coasts.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Whether you\u2019re looking for remote, untouched waters, or you prefer to direct the bow of your ship towards one of the most renowned beaches, setting sail from Split helps a lot to reach almost every destination in the shortest possible time. Moreover, the ease with which the Adriatic Sea lends itself to be navigated can encourage the most inexperienced skippers, allowing them to gain self-confidence and get to know their boat better and better, before testing themselves in more \u201cchallenging\u201d waters.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to Sail With a Boat in Split<\/b><\/h2>\n

    If you\u2019re not familiar with the Mediterranean Area, or you just can\u2019t decide where to go because of the excess of options, it is perfectly understandable. Despite its relatively small dimensions, the Mediterranean Sea is packed with places of historical, archeological, or even merely touristic interest.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Once known \u2013 and still renowned \u2013 as \u201cthe cradle of civilization\u201d, in the eras prior to America\u2019s discovery the Mediterranean was the only channel able to put different cultures and civilizations in contact. The sea traffic along its waters was already incredibly intense 3.000 years ago. That\u2019s why several cultures\u2019 vestige is scattered along its coasts.<\/span><\/p>\n

    In other words, it\u2019s perfectly normal if some of you need a guide to sail these waters with a minimum criterion. If you take Split as your starting harbor, here are three interesting \u2013 and not so common \u2013 sea itineraries.<\/span><\/p>\n

    1. The Maritime Republics\u2019 route <\/b><\/h3>\n

    Between the 9th and the 16th Centuries, a bunch of maritime cities located around the Italian Peninsula (with the only exception of Dubrovnik, currently included in the Croatian territory and once known as Ragusa) became particularly powerful and economically crucial inside the Mediterranean map, thanks to their intense sea trade activities.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Watch this clip to get a glimpse of the history of this route:<\/span><\/p>\n