The island of Krk is a perfect vacation oasis for many years and for many reasons like location and traffic connection, mild Mediterranean climate, natural beauty that is in abundance, rich cultural history where you can expect a “rendez- vous with the past” at every corner, autochthonous food and tastes you are unlikely to forget any time soon. The island of Krk with its castles and towns (Omišalj, Njivice, Malinska, town of Krk, Punat, Baška, Vrbnik, Dobrinj, Šilo, Klimno) can offer rest, relaxation and fun for all generations, families with children, families with pets or adrenaline lovers who can test their many skills in every corner of the island.
This past years brought us back to staying in the open more, exploring the nature, soaking and observing the beauty that surrounds us, as well as enjoying the little things. That is why the island of Krk will continue to be the perfect choice for all those desiring peace, nature and some of the most beautiful beaches in the Adriatic.
Many rental owners realized the importance of investing in quality long time ago and are adapting to guest wishes by investing in quality of accommodation, and they are also well known for their hospitality. True hosts are always at the disposal of their guests, answering all of their questions and suggesting best ways to spend their vacation on the island of Krk, and will surely welcome you with many autochthonous and home made products that are plenty on the island.
There are many reasons why a vacation on the island of Krk is always a great idea and why it should be your next vacation destination. This time we will list the most important ones, but we definitely recommend that you see for yourself this season!
Pleasant Mediterranean climate with over 2500 hours of sun per year, refreshing sea air and crystal clear sea and over 15 beaches proudly flying blue flags as proof of cleanliness, both the sea and the coastal area, are a confirmation of service quality standards. All well enough reasons to spend hot summer days swimming or exploring the nearby hidden gems by taking one of many organized boat or catamaran excursions that are at your disposal.
Experience the crystal clear, turquoise coloured waters of the Adriatic at the best sandy or pebbly beaches on the island of Krk which you can reach on foot or by car. Mind you, some of the best ones are only accessible by sea. Some of the beaches that always attract many visitors are Rajska (Heaven) beach, Haludovo, Rupa in Malinska, Porporela beach in the town of Krk, Vela plaža in Baška, Oprna beach close to Stara Baška, a beach with medicinal mud in the Soline bay and many other big beaches, as well as those secluded, more intimate in small coves.
The island of Krk offers many ways to spend an active vacation, to recreate and entertain all generations such as long hiking trails and cycling tracks, tennis courts, mini-golf, aqua park at sea, tuba and banana rides at sea, jet skiing, beach volleyball, fitness centers, sailing, diving, wakeboarding. For all those who love spending time in nature, Krk offers 300 km of maintained hiking trails ideal for light recreation and relaxation.
The island of Krk knows no boundaries regarding the offer of services for all ages. Thus, it’s no surprise it is a perfect choice for a holiday in Croatia because it is a destination for all generations. Many entertainment and sporting facilities, rich autochthonous gastronomy, interesting nightlife or just peace and quiet without the crowd, rich cultural life (exhibitions, plays, musical events), cycling and running tracks, possibility to take interesting excursions, options to sail to nearby islands, getting to know the life of the locals and local customs and many other events (fashion shows, fairs, sporting events, concerts, parties) are just a small piece of what you are to expect.
If you decide to visit the island of Krk and you’re interested in accommodation facilities, organized excursions and all other information, feel free to contact us! We will introduce you to our Golden island and the surrounding region, and provide all necessary information to have a relaxed vacation on the biggest Croatian island, the island of Krk!
Always wanted to visit the Croatian coast? Especially Krk island? Good organization of travel is half the work, and to make your planning a little easier, we give you an overview of transfer options for getting to the island of Krk.
The airport is located near Omišalj on the island Krk and it is connected to 15 cities in 11 European countries. You probably want to know the distance of the airport from important tourist sites on the island of Krk and the distance from other major towns: it is 10 km away from Njivice, 25 km from the city of Krk, 15 km from Malinska, 45 km from Baška, 25 km from Vrbnik, 20 km from Rijeka, 45 km from Opatija and 180 km from Zagreb.
As a means of transportation from the airport to your destination, you can book a private transfer at https://getbybus.com/en/bus-from-rijeka-krk-airport or order a taxi: http://www.taxi-krk.com/.
Additionally, you can rent a car to move freely around the island of Krk: https://www.rentacarkrk.com/en/.
If you decide to come to Krk island by bus, you will not go wrong. The ride maybe takes longer than by a plane, but bus ride certainly has many benefits. Once you buy your bus ticket, it is enough to arrive half an hour earlier with a suitcase at the station, which, unlike when traveling by plane, you don’t have to weigh. Krk has very good bus connections with other cities and bus stops in small towns on the island, which you definitely must see.
If you are thinking of traffic jams, and you are planning to travel in the postseason, there is no need to worry. As of recently Croatia is part of Schengen Area so there is no border control on the border of Slovenia and Croatia and there will be no traffic jams. The island Krk is the most popular tourist destination during the summer months, and in that period of time you can expect increased traffic, but in the autumn and winter, there really is no such concern. The island Krk is connected by bridge to the mainland and it is toll-free so you have free passage.
After you pass the bridge, the main road of the island Krk is regulated by roundabouts that facilitate the flow of vehicles and contribute to driving safety. The length of the main road is about 45 km, and it connects all major centers such as Baška, Krk, Malinska, Njivice, Omišalj, Vrbnik, Šilo, Punat and other towns around these centers. For any questions about arrival and accommodation on the island of Krk, do not hesitate to contact us!