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Ain’t no mountain long enough… that is, until you meet Velebit mountain range. A region with magnificent karst formations, wildlife, caves, flora & fauna, and trails for hikers, Velebit should not be looked over on your next sailing holiday.

At Otium Yachts, something we pride ourselves on is knowing the yachts and crew we recommend personally. With more than a decades’ worth of experience in the charter industry, we have fostered strong relationships with the people we work with – our yachts and crews feel more like extended family than colleagues. In a saturated market, we believe this is one of our greatest points of difference. This is why we wanted to write this series, so you can get to know the people ‘behind’ the yachts like we do. Today, let us introduce you to Antonio Ivanisevic, owner and 1st Officer of new build, Luxury Yacht Scorpios.

Croatia’s oldest and largest national park is perhaps the country’s most prominent feature. While it won’t be directly on your next sailing route, it is undoubtedly worth the detour inland.

The number 7. You may wonder why this numerical symbol has significance on a Croatian island, but it all makes sense once you’ve met the island of Krk.

A sanctuary for nature lovers, and a haven for those searching for peace. Silba is a summer dream.

For many people an idea of being stuck on a boat for week or longer is preventing them from choosing to spend their holiday at sea and chartering a yacht. The biggest worries are: Will I be bored? Will I feel trapped? How will I spend my days at sea? But, chartering a yacht actually comes with freedom to choose from array of activities and entertainment options.