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Page 1: Kvarner - Croatia - Island Losinj...Lošinj has a health tourism tradition of over 125 years. Thanks to its mild Mediterranean climate, pinewoods and air, this is an ideal place to

Please all your senses!

Kvarner - Croatia

Page 2: Kvarner - Croatia - Island Losinj...Lošinj has a health tourism tradition of over 125 years. Thanks to its mild Mediterranean climate, pinewoods and air, this is an ideal place to

Where the stars look beautiful like nowhere

else, where you breathe with your full

lungs, where waves of Istria, Kvarner

and Dalmatia intertwine, and where the

last North Adriatic school of dolphins

swim happily – that’s where the Lošinj

Archipelago is located.

It comprises the large and woody Lošinj,

fertile Unije, flowery Ilovik, sandy Susak,

and a number of attractive smaller islands,

rocks and reefs. Popular locations include

Punta Križa with its rich biodiversity,

Ustrine with its magnificent view, and

the ancient Osor. Our Belej, Sveti Jakov,

Nerezine, Ćunski, Artatore and Veli Lošinj

are pearls of the Lošinj Archipelago.

Each one of them hides traces of past

times and our people carefully cultivate

the cultural heritage entrusted to them

– distinctive speech, folk costumes and

customs, adapted to a modern guest.

This is a magical place that will seduce

you with all its attributes – scents, tastes,

sounds and preserved natural beauties. If

you are revisiting this island, you will want

stay, and if you are coming for the first

time, you will want to come back as soon as

possible!

LOŠINJ... your island oasis

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Lošinj has a health tourism tradition of over

125 years. Thanks to its mild Mediterranean

climate, pinewoods and air, this is an ideal

place to recreate your body and spirit.

Learn to live with us, in harmony with

nature!

The pleasant climate with over 2600 sunny

hours a year, an air full of aerosols and

Professor Ambroz Haračić are the reasons

why Lošinj was proclaimed a health resort

way back in 1892. Even back then it became

a favorite holiday spot for the Austro-

Hungarian aristocracy, whose villas and

summer residences still enrich the cultural

and tourist heritage of the island. This is

why we invite you to an aroma quiz, natural

herb tasting and an exhibition of our flora

during the Ambroz Haračić Days in May.

Numerous animal and plant species have

found their home on Lošinj. This is an island

where everything smells like rosemary,

lemons and oranges, lavender and myrtle,

immortelle and sage, thyme and pines,

cyclamen, crocus and lilacs... This is an

island attracting with its aromas from afar

and luring its guests to surrender to all

senses – a unique aromatic oasis.

FEEL IT... the island of vitality

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Let yourself go! See what it’s like to be pampered

by nature that has given Lošinj 1018 plant species –

939 are autochthonous and 230 are herbs...

BREATHE IN...

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natural aromas all around us

Each season on our island provides something new. Thanks

to the aromas and tastes of Lošinj, some will fall in love with

figs and blackberries in summer, others will like asparagus and

loquat in spring, some will prefer olives, myrtle and strawberry

tree in autumn, and some will like the beauty and smell of

pinewoods in wintertime.

As much as 220 km of promenades will take you on an

adventure of discovering all beauties of this island’s

landscapes. The Lošinj seaside promenade (lungomare),

passing along many coves, will dazzle you with the beauty of

centuries-old pinewoods.

You will best experience natural herbs if you climb up to

the belvedere above Veli Lošinj or set off to nature toward

the smaller settlements on the island. Enjoy outdoor

aromatherapy while breathing in essential oils of herbs and

pines and aerosols from a top-quality air and experience a

perfect harmony unique to Lošinj.

JANUARY AND FEBRUARYmonths of lemon, orange and mandarine

ROMANCE ON LOŠINJ Have yourself a romantic weekend with the person you love on this aromatic island. Selected the inevitably delightful lavender-based wellness package and enjoy the seductive scent of this Mediterranean herb’s essential oil together.Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

FROM THE HEART FOR TWO – DISCOVER HIDDEN CHARMSIn February, Mare Mare Suites offers a comfortable suite at the price of a room, specifically decorated for people in love. You will be served your breakfast in the room and enjoyment continues with a massage for two. If you want to discover all charms of Lošinj, set off on a daylong or half-day excursion around the island, with an emphasis on romantic belvederes.Info: www.mare-mare.com

WELLNESS EXPERIENCE “LOŠINJ CAPTAINS”Learn more about the lives of glorious Lošinj captains! Enjoy relaxing treatments based on autochthonous essential oils of rosemary, lavender, immortelle and sage. Supplement the experience with a rich pealing, relaxing aromatherapy massages and sauna. Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Find out how essential oils affect the nervous system and how to relax with them on any occasion. Master the tricks of creating an atmosphere pleasant for both the guests and you in the intimate environment of your home. A special emphasis is put on children and essential oils most suitable for them. The topic in February is the correlation of aromatherapy and spring cleaning. Clean your working and living space and learn how to make natural cleaning agents.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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when nature heals...

Regarding tourism, Lošinj was first mentioned in 1885 when

the first tourists on the island were formally registered. They

were Dr. Conrad Clar, a renowned Austrian physician, and his

son who had incurred a severe respiratory disease not long

before they arrived. The child recovered and Lošinj’s reputa-

tion as a climate resort soon and suddenly blossomed.

That is how the story of health tourism started on this island

that still has top-quality air. However, if you think everything

else is history – you are wrong.

This is exactly why we provide an unforgettable year-round

experience on our archipelago.

MARCHthe month of rosemary, eucalyptus and laurel

FOLLOWING THE TRACKS OF APOXIOMEN AND THE WAYS OF DOLPHINSFind out where the best preserved large bronze statue in the world was discovered – set off on a boat trip to Ilovik, climb to the highest mountain on the island offering a view all the way to Dalmatia, take a stroll around Mali Lošinj, hike on Cres … Discover the charms of Lubenice, a small town on a cliff, and sail off to the Blue Caves (Plave Grote)! If you choose the Ways of Dolphins excursion, including a long walk around the island, the adventure will be just as good.Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

FEEL THE AROMA OF LOŠINJ IN SPRINGTIME!Visit the workshop within the Aroma Island Garden, taste Lošinj teas made of rosemary, eucalyptus and laurel, as well as some aromatic liqueurs. Then set off for an aromatic walk from Mali Lošinj to Veli Lošinj and visit the underwater “Blue World”, and spice it all up with an aromatic lunch in an aromatic environment. Info: www.miomirisni-vrt.hr

SALUTE THE CAPTAIN!Lošinj is an island having a longstanding maritime tradition. Visit the votive chapel of Annunziata in Čikat and find out why its walls are covered with paintings of sailboats rather then sacral relics. Find out how women saw their fathers, husbands and sons off as they set sail and how significant shipbuilding and maritime activities are to the island.Info: www.island-losinj.com

LOŠINJ SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGNWake up the creative person inside you! With the help of experts, learn about the elements and principles of designing, learn about the materials and design a space in a modern, rustic, Mediterranean, minimalistic or eclectic fashion.Info: www.island-losinj.com

ACTIVE TREKKINGA daylong trekking across Lošinj tracks and a half-day hiking trip to learn about herbs and natural beauties of the island are arranged for you by Mare Mare Suites. Info: www.mare-mare.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Prevent springtime fatigue by aromatherapy and improve your circulation by using essential oils. Prepare your first salt foot bath and surrender to enjoyment.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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Enjoy a view of dolphins dancing in a school while a griffon

vulture guards the sky, wall geckos happily crawl across

house walls, and the best shrimp in the world plays the beat

with its claws somewhere deep down in the sea…

TAKE A LOOK...

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the archipelago with the starriest sky

Thanks to its special position in the sea, Lošinj offers what

others cannot when the Adriatic winds bora and jugo blow.

When the sea begins to foam on one side of the island, we

feel our yachters’ adrenaline and divers set off to explore the

underwater world and its wealth. This advantage of our island

has been recognized by navigators who like to find a quiet

harbor in one of our five marinas year after year.

The diversity, distinctiveness and littoral charm of the islands

of Unije, Ilovik and Susak are also a magnet for an increasing

number of tourists. On sandy Susak, you can still hear their

traditional speech and see their unique folk costumes. On

Unije, you can see the olive groves or go fishing. While on

Ilovik, enjoy some cottage cheese, sheep cheese and an

abundance of flowers due to which this island is referred to as

the Island of Flowers.

APRILthe month of asparagus, lošinj onion and borage

ASPARAGUS CUPJoin the asparagus picking prize contest and enjoy an aromatic luncheon made of asparagus, Lošinj onion and… (we’ll keep it a secret). While you are enjoying the harvest, you will also enjoy exploring hiking trails refreshed by Lošinj tea.Info: www.miomirisni-vrt.hr

SPRING ON YOUR FACE Give your face refreshment and a new glow. Take the opportunity to undergo a free consulting examination performed by a dermatology specialist and select a medical cosmetic package to remove wrinkles and refresh your face. The program is available March through May.Info: www.ljeciliste-veli-losinj.hr

ON THE WAYS OF APOXIOMENEver since Apoxiomen, a well-preserved bronze statute of an athlete from the ancient time, was discovered, Lošinj has had a high position on the cultural scale of discoveries in Europe. If you stay in Hotel Apoxiomen, you can dive to the location where it was found, visit the Lošinj Museum that will be its home after it completes its tour of Europe and Croatia, or participate in a presentation of ancient jewelry making.Info: www.apoksiomen.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Protect yourself from the harmful effect of sunrays on time by using natural protective factors contained in essential oils. Improve your skin elasticity and tan by healthy fats and essential fatty acids contained in herbal oils used in aromatherapy and aroma-cosmetics.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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apoxiomen – a cultural pearl

In addition to the tourist map of the world, Lošinj is included

in the archeological map of the world because a unique

ancient bronze statue dating back to the 2nd or 1st century B.C.

has been found in the blue underwater world surrounding

Lošinj, between the island of Vela Orjula and Lošinj.

The Croatian Apoxiomen, as the only large bronze statue

found on the east coast of the Adriatic is referred to, is the

most integral and best preserved one ever found in the entire

world. It was found in 1996 by a Belgian tourist. It was made

by an unknown author and its home is exactly where it was

found – in the Kvarner Palace on Lošinj.

However, Lošinj has plenty of other cultural heritage,

including Austro-Hungarian villas and captains’ houses,

monasteries, a fort, a basilica, ancient remains, museums,

churches and chapels containing true little art fortunes.

Visit the Town Museum in Mali Lošinj located in the Fritzy

Palace dating back to the 15th century, the Kula Museum &

Gallery in Veli Lošinj, and Osor, a museum town. There you

will discover traces of ancient villas, renaissance portals and

monasteries, and some Patrician crests on fronts of stone

houses accurately presenting what this 4000-years-old town

looked like in the past.

Don’t miss the votive chapel Annunziata in Čikat Bay, telling a

story of this island’s rich maritime history, its glorious captains

and their fleets. Learn about the lives of our famous seamen

through our topic ‘’Around the World with Lošinj Sails’’ and the

story about the waiting, fears, love and hopes.

You probably did not know that there were six shipyards right

here in the 19th century and that Mali Lošinj was the second most

important port in the Adriatic at the time. Lošinj’s shipbuilding

industry had already produced almost 150 sailing ships.

MAYthe month of sage, fennel and nettle

A PERFECT ISLAND FOR A PERFECT DAY!Make this a dream wedding that you deserve! ASL Agency will help you choose a location you have always wanted – a belvedere, a beach, a boat, an isolated chapel … They will provide accommodation for you and your guests and take care of the decorations, arrange for a professional photographer, print the invitations, help you with the wedding dinner and thank-you cards, including wellness packages for the newlyweds and catering.Info: www.island-losinj.com

AMBROZ HARAČIĆThe abundance of forests on the island is owed to Professor Ambroz Haračić, a significant person in Lošinj’s history. His name denotes a tourist program that will educate you on herbarium-making and enable you to taste aromatic products of the island. Also join a culinary course where you will make sweets from natural herbs and chocolate, and if you take an excursion to the Island of Cres, you will learn how to make essential oils.Info: www. island-losinj.com

ON THE WAYS OF ST. GAUDENTIUSThe best way to get to know the island is hiking. One of the most attractive routes is the one starting in Osor, passing the ways of St. Gaudentius – next to his birth house, the mountain hut on Osoršćica, Televrin, Vela Jama and the St. Gaudentius Cave – and ending with a visit to the Chapel of St. Nicholas and return to Nerezine.Info: www.televrin.com

BREATHE WITH YOUR FULL LUNGSOn the World No Tobacco Day, 31 May, measure your lung capacity at the Veli Lošinj Healthcare Facility, attend educational lectures and take part in workshops dealing with harmful effects of smoking and quitting methods.Info: www.ljeciliste-veli-losinj.hr

FOUR ISLANDSExplore the numerous hiking tracks of the island of vitality by walking from Čikat Bay, across Bocca False to the Monte Baston belvedere, and across Sunčana Uvala to the hill of Sv. Ivan on the route taking you to Veli Lošinj. A boat excursion will reveal to you all beauties of Unije, Susak and Ilovik.Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Specifically designed for women, the May workshop will let you in on the secrets of aroma-cosmetics for home wellness and teach you about the healthy balance of the hormonal system.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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Let yourself go! Have a gastro delight that will introduce

you to the Lošinj cuisine, aromatic specialties and the

Lošinj Cuisine Festival in spring. Take a journey through

flavors you have not had the chance to try...

TASTE IT...

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JUNEthe month of Spanish broom, lavender, immortelle and plantain

FELL THE AROMA OF LOŠINJ IN SUMMERTIME!Visit the workshop within the Aroma Island Garden in May and June and taste some Lošinj sage tea and lavender and immortelle preparations. Then take a therapeutic walk along the aromatic promenades that will take you to Veli Lošinj, Sunčana Uvala, Balvanida and to the hill of Sv. Ivan. While walking, take the opportunity to capture the landscape diversity with your camera and take part in photo-exploration of the island.Info: www.miomirisni-vrt.hr

LOŠINJ FROM ANOTHER PERSPECTIVEYou will have a special experience if you take a panoramic flight above the Cres-Lošinj archipelago, during which you will learn about the legend of Apsyrtides, the story of how these islands were created. Enter your air photos in a photo contest of the same name. 'The package is offered June to September.Info: www.lostur.net

SPORTING ADVENTURE ON LOŠINJAfter enjoying a high-energy welcome drink, active holiday enthusiasts can rent a bike or Nordic walking poles and explore the seaside promenade to Veli Lošinj.Info: www.apoksiomen.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Faced with daily stress, everyone will benefit from a workshop focused on stress and aromatherapy for working people. Prevent or reduce stress and relax by using a proven selection of essential oils because aromatherapy can also affect insomnia.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

the best comes from nature

If you would like to feel the spirit of Lošinj’s maritime tradition

through autochthonous and original souvenirs made of olive

wood or serve Lošinj’s citric fruits or herbs in uniquely made

bowls and dishes made of olive wood, visit some of the skillful

Lošinj craftsmen.

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lošinj cuisine festival

The best way to learn about the wealth of this island is to

try the original island cuisine. This is divine a combination of

premium sea delicacies bathing in local olive oil and aromatic

natural condiments.

The specialties you must not miss include young lamb baked

under a lid that melts in your mouth, Kvarner shrimps that are

among the best in the world according to experts, and risottos

and pastas with shrimps, seashells and other seafood that will

be the best choice of appetizers for an evening of a ‘’Lošinj

rhapsody on a plate’’.

Cold appetizers such as cured pilchards, homemade sheep

cheese and octopus salad should also be your priorities in

discovering the local gastronomy, and if you add a pinch of

thyme, marjoram, sage, basil or rosemary, you may fall in love

and engage in a mysterious relationship that will forever tie

you to our little aromatic paradise...

Make a toast with a glass of homemade brandy or aromatic

liqueur made of lemon or orange, myrtle or sage, honey, carob

or blackberry!

JULYthe month of bougainvillea, mint and bitterling

PINO’S WEEK FOR THE YOUNGEST The tourist offer of the Island of Lošinj is designed for children in many aspects. However, Pino’s Week is intended exclusively for our little guests. It includes a number of outdoor amenities so they could enjoy spa treatments under pine trees. While visiting the Aroma Island Garden, they will learn about various species of autochthonous essential plants and herbs. At the Blue World, Lošinj’s educational marine center, they can adopt a dolphin and play at the Mini Club and Teen Club with children of their own ages every day.Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

LOŠINJ BLUE WORLDUse your holiday to invest some time in your knowledge – learn about the Adriatic bottle-nosed dolphins that have chosen the sea around Lošinj for their home. Take part in a workshop where you will identify them by the photos of their dorsal fins or set off to search for dolphins with the explorers from the Blue World. If you are keen to learn about other fish, it would be best to join the “How a Fisherman Lives’’ workshop and dive into the underwater world.Info: www.island-losinj.com

LIVING WITH AND ON THE SEAFrom Juliy to October, learn how to use fishing tools, set off for a fishing adventure and find refreshment in at least one of the attractive coves you will pass on your route. Prepare your catch in the traditional way (on a grill) and enjoy a fisherman’s lunch our ancestors used to eat.Info: www.lostur.net

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Learn about summer essential oils that will refresh your living space in a workshop dedicated to summer aromatherapy and natural repellants. Also find out which natural agents will provide the best protection for your skin against the sun and the best after-sun care. Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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Let yourself go! Dive into our world and feel the sun gently

caress you, feel the rock trembling while the wave salutes it,

see how pine trees catch the wind as it hides in their tops…

TOUCH...

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AUGUSTthe month of oleander, loquat and fig

GEOCACHINGGeocaching organized by the Val tourist agency will give you a nature adventure. Tourist professionals will provide you with coordinates that you will use to search for hidden items and discover all beauties of the island on your GPS device! The search is organized from June.Info: www.val-losinj.hr

AN ACTIVE HOLIDAYOnce a week during all summer months, Jadranka Kampovi organizes different programs – Family Bike Tour across Lošinj’s seaside promenades, The Way of Dolphins that will take you to the Blue World, Morning Stretching with a magnificent view of the town, and Eco Day where you can enrich the island’s vegetation. These programs begin in Camp Čikat, while the Ways of Amber is intended for the guests of Camp Bijar.Info: www.camps-cres-losinj.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! The healing properties of sea salt have been identified many years ago and were applied in aromatherapy. When on Lošinj, however, it is enough to go out for a walk in nature because the air is full of aerosols!Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

an aromatic experience on five islands

Numerous seaside promenades, mountaineering and biking

tracks, forest paths and trails, and the beauty of rural

architecture will make your holiday on Lošinj more active and

probably more exciting.

Climb up to Osoršćica (588 m) from Osor or Nerezine and soak

up the magnificent panorama of our archipelago. When the

weather is nice, you will be able to see the nearby islands and

contours of mountains on the mainland. On your way there,

make sure you visit the Chapel of St. Nicholas and the Cave of

St. Gaudentius who takes credit for the absence of poisonous

snakes on the island according to a legend.

The best way to experience the island is to visit some of the

rural settlements and walk through their narrow streets telling

the story of this region.

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special features of active holiday

If you like an active holiday, Lošinj is the perfect place for you!

Tennis, biking, hiking, jogging, mountaineering, diving, game

fishing. This is where Danijel Gospić, the current spearfishing

champion of the world, was born.

The highlights among the sporting events include the

traditional Lošinj Regatta and the traditional New Year

Spearfishing City Cup that we have cultivated since 1959.

However, Lošinj has been known as a venue for large sporting

events for a long time.

We invite all adrenaline addicts to take a parachute jump or

an attractive panoramic flight above the archipelago that will

reveal the magical appeal of the Adriatic, or do some sport

climbing on Osoršćica.

The best way to discover the beauty of isolated coves, one of

which may become your little oasis, is to rent a boat or take

one of the numerous excursions available. We also suggest

you rent a sailboat, circle the entire Kvarner and find the

magic appearing on the open sea.

This is the right choice for all romantic souls that will decide to

get married here at one of the belvederes, beaches or chapels

like more and more of our local tourists do. Don’t forget to

look up at the sky because it has always been and still is the

starriest sky.

The special attractive features of our islands include the fact

that we are connected with the island of Cres by road. So

when you are staying here, you can have a double pleasure by

exploring both the Lošinj archipelago and the Cres archipelago

and discovering their differences. This will be your first

double-beauty, double-excitement and double-fine holiday!

SEPTEMBERthe month of jujube, grapes, indian fig and samphire

DIVE INTO NATURE AND DISCOVER LOŠINJPhysical activity improves our vitality. Use your holiday on Lošinj to play tennis under century-old pine trees, see the islets within the archipelago, take a trip to Cres or visit the shepherd lodgings. Relax with a massage with island’s essential oils, by swimming in a pool with heated seawater, or by visiting the Aroma Island Garden that will pamper all your senses. Learn about the island’s cultural diversity at the Lošinj Museum.Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

RECOGNIZE THE FIRST SIGNS OF ALLERGYEvery Wednesday, noon to 3 p.m., you are free to visit the dermatological clinic for free consultations with a specialist. Take the opportunity of having free spirometry and oximetry. You can create your own health package based on aromatherapy as you wish, including examination, inhalations, massages, breathing exercises and physical therapy.Info: www.ljeciliste-veli-losinj.hr

A FESTIVAL OF TASTES AND SCENTSExperience autumn in a different way. Discover the fruits given to us by nature in a Lošinj aroma basket. After visiting the Aroma Island Garden, refresh yourself with some Lošinj tea and try some finger food and traditional sweets made of autochthonous autumn fruits at the coffee shop within the hotel. Supplement the gourmet journey with a trip to Susak and wine tasting.Info: www.apoksiomen.com

FISHERMAN FOR A DAYLearn how to use fishing tools and the traditional squid hunting technique, and then learn how to prepare squid according to the traditional island recipe including Lošinj herbs.Info: www.lostur.net

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! In a workshop dedicated to aromatherapy and vinotherapy, you will find out why natural creams are inspired by the tale of Lošinj captains and how to use aromatherapy in tourism.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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Let yourself go! Let the song of the seagulls wake you, let the

chirping of the birds put a smile on your face, let the crickets in

the shade of pine trees put you to sleep, let the sounds of jazz

make you dance, let the church bells calm you...

LISTEN...

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X―XI more than sea and sun

A new day is dawning, you finally hear just a murmur of the sea,

a few cries of the seagulls in the distance and a charming sound

of church bells... No, this is not a dream, you are on Lošinj!

Pamper yourself! Select your accommodation in one of

the numerous hotels, villas, B & B facilities, hostels, camps

or marinas. Start your carefree holiday in the shade of

centuries-old pinewoods with a view of the open sea.

Spend your mornings strolling along the sea, soaking up

the first rays of sun and listening to the song of the waves.

During your afternoon rest, have a massage based on sage,

rosemary or lavender and spend your evening enjoying local

gastro specialties and magnificent sunsets that are often

accompanied by our bottle-nosed dolphins that you can adopt

in Veli Lošinj.

The best way to discover the true diversity of the island is

to stay in a camp. These small oases provide you with the

opportunity to relax completely and escape to primal nature.

On the other hand, the best way to meet your hosts is to

choose a private accommodation option, which our tourist

agencies will help you with.

Capture the pace of the town while having your morning

coffee on the main square in Mali Lošinj. Don’t forget to visit

our picturesque fish market where you can discover the wealth

of our underwater world.

OCTOBERthe month of myrtle, strawberry tree, rose hip and dandelion

LOŠINJ SURVIVOR You will experience an unforgettable adventure if you take a hiking tour around Cres and Lošinj. The tour starts in Porozine, through Tramontana to Beli Cres, and from Valun to Lubenice. The route will take to further to Martinšćica, Vidovići and Ustrine, and then to the top of Osoršćica via Halmac and Tržić. After enjoying a beautiful panorama at an altitude of 588 meters, the route continues through Sveti Jakov and the trail through Loze and Drakovac toward Punta Križa where a boat will take you to Nerezine where the adventure ends.Info: www.televrin.com

FEEL THE AROMA OF LOŠINJ IN AUTUMN!Visit the workshop within the Aroma Island Garden and taste some Lošinj tea, aromatic liqueurs and sweets made of myrtle, strawberry tree, rose hip, quince and wild rose. Then set off for an aromatic walk from Mali Lošinj to Veli Lošinj and visit the underwater “Blue World”, and spice it all up with an aromatic lunch in an aromatic environment. Those of you who are keen for more activity can join the Uljika Cup – an ancient olive-picking custom where you can have good fun and learn something about the customs of the island.Info: www.miomirisni-vrt.hr

NOVEMBER the month of olive, wild rose and quince

OLIVE AND FREE CLIMBINGAt a glance, olive and free climbing have nothing in common. But why not charge your batteries on the evening before you set off for a free climbing tour on one of the 25 differently demanding routes followed by an instructor? Try some olive-based island specialties, taste some olive oil and relax while picking herbs and making herbariums.Info: www.losinj-hotels.com

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! The workshop in October will teach you all about the benefits of aromatherapy and its application throughout history. Find out how to distinguish between and use essential and herbal oils through the main aromatherapy methods and how they affect respiratory system health. The workshop in November will make you feel the benefits of aromatherapy and aroma-cosmetics in dermatology and wellness. Find out how to prevent and reduce skin problems and which oils to use for delicate skin conditions.Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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rhythm of the night

We organize over 200 events of different genres throughout

the year. Whether they are classical music events, sporting

events or cultural evenings, each one has its audience.

We will highlight the traditional Osor Musical Evenings that

have been held in the Osor Cathedral since 1975, promoting

serious works of local authors and always featuring celebrities

from the world of classical music. The Lošinj Jazz Festival, held

since 2005, has become equally attractive, featuring more and

more renowned musicians year after year.

Enjoy the sounds of electronic music at the outdoor Lošinj

Summer Session and performances of local and international

musicians on our town squares.

DECEMBERthe month of agave, pine and juniper

COME TO LOŠINJ AND BRING YOUR RACQUET!If you play tennis of would like to learn how to play it, ASL Agency offers you tennis programs for beginner and advanced players on five clay courts, and fitness training for all age groups. This includes group and individual tennis camps with expert guidance provided by professional tennis players, excursions and accommodation. Tennis packages are available year-round, except for hot summer months. Info: www.island-losinj.com

FEEL THE AROMA OF LOŠINJ IN WINTER!Visit the workshop within the Aroma Island Garden, taste Lošinj tea and therapeutic preparations made of pine, agave and juniper. Then set off for a therapeutic walk from Mali Lošinj to Veli Lošinj and spice it all up with an aromatic lunch in an aromatic environment. Info: www.miomirisni-vrt.hr

HEALTH WORKSHOPS: AROMATHERAPY IN MODERN LIFE AND TOURISMLearn about natural therapeutic factors! Find out about the effect of aromatherapy on backaches or muscle cramps and have yourself a wellness and spa delight in the intimacy of your own home… Wake up the creative person inside you and prepare a holiday aromatherapy in your home – create a holiday atmosphere by using essential oils and then make presents from herbs and natural materials for your dearest ones. These will be special gifts with the aroma of Lošinj!Info: www.tz-malilosinj.hr

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SELECT

The tourist offer of the Island of Lošinj is extensive – to help you choose accommodation you have always dreamed about or a good agency that will help you with this, we are offering specific reasons why any of them could be your choice.

HOTELS

HOTEL AURORA,WELLNESS AND CONFERENCE ****Mali Lošinj, Sunčana uvalaIn addition to meeting the needs of a new-age guest, this hotel offers premium relaxation in its wellness center, with treatments using essential oils based on island herbs and sea salt. It is ideal for arranging business conventions and team buildings in ambient guaranteeing a good seaside holiday.www.losinj-hotels.com

FAMILY HOTEL VESPERA ****Mali Lošinj, Sunčana uvalaThis is the only hotel in Croatia that is a member of the Kinderhotels Europe Group. Its amenities and offer are designed for families with children, which makes it ideal for a family holiday. It also offers an outdoor pool complex unique on the island and an extensive animation program for all age groups.www.losinj-hotels.com

HOTEL BELLEVUE ***Mali Lošinj, Uvala ČikatSituated in the heart of the Čikat Park Forest not far from the town center, this hotel offers quiet in an aromatic surrounding of pine trees reaching the interior of the hotel, in addition to its ideal location. It is ideal for people who would like relax with long seaside walks, in the air with confirmed beneficial effects.www.losinj-hotels.com

HOTEL ALHAMBRA **Mali Lošinj, Uvala ČikatIt stands out with the beauty of its architecture and its position next to a seaside promenade surrounded by centuries old pinewood. It is perfect for guests seeking a more intimate holiday, individual approach and simplicity.www.losinj-hotels.com

APARTMANI **** I HOTEL PUNTA ***Veli Lošinj, Šestavine bbThis complex, uniquely positioned next to the sea in the immediate vicinity of Veli Lošinj, provides a wonderful relaxing view of the high seas. It is ideal for guests seeking an active holiday and sporting activities, couples, and wellness enthusiasts.www.losinj-hotels.com

VILLA TAMARIS ****Veli Lošinj, Obala M. Tita 35The hospitality of the hosts providing a family atmosphere in a pleasant ambient and a top quality-price ratio will make you choose this villa situated at an attractive location. www.vila-tamaris.com

VILLA SAN ***Veli Lošinj, Garina bbIn addition to discounts for bikers, pensioners, mountaineers and families with children, this hotel sponsors one guest in each group. They offer local food, the service is good, and breakfast is served with a sea view. The Mediterranean garden surrounding the villa is one of their greatest assets.www.vila-san.com.hr

YOUTH HOSTEL VELI LOŠINJVeli Lošinj, Kaciol 4Located in the very center of Veli Lošinj, it will satisfy those seeking an affordable summer holiday option on the island. The terrace surrounded by Mediterranean plants is the most common place where guests exchange their stories and experiences. Thanks to free internet and WiFi, a pleasant atmosphere and efficient staff, it is known as one of the best hostels in Croatia.www.hfhs.hr

LJEČILIŠTE VELI LOŠINJ (HEALTHCARE FACILITY)Veli Lošinj, Pod Javori 27If you need medical attention all day and wish to be accommodated in the quiet of the Park Forest in Veli Lošinj at an affordable price, the Healthcare Facility is the right choice for you. You will be provided with free parking and served by a kind and professional staff.www.ljeciliste-veli-losinj.hr

GUEST HOUSE HELIOSMali Lošinj, Uvala ČikatThis is the right choice for an affordable summer holiday, those who prefer simple accommodation, and student groups. It is surrounded by pinewoods and is only a few steps away from the sea.www.losinj-hotels.com

VILLA DIANA ****Mali Lošinj, Uvala ČikatIf you choose this villa, you will find a perfect combination of luxury accommodation, nature and quiet. Staff’s approach to guests is personal and discreet. www.losinj-hotels.com

VILLA HYGEIA ****Mali Lošinj, Uvala ČikatThe intimate atmosphere of this family villa will provide you with supreme comfort and much-wanted privacy on your holiday. www.hygeia.com.hr

MARE MARE SUITES ****Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana 36Accommodated in the first Lošinj hotel formerly known as Vindobona, you will find yourself in the center of Mali Lošinj. The hotel fosters an individual approach to its customers, provides an intimate atmosphere, and the entire facility is stunningly clean and neat. www.mare-mare.com

VILLA KREDO ****Mali Lošinj, Srebrna uvala, Šet. Dr. A. Edlera von M. Montesole 5Love is built into each detail of this house, its terrace providing a view of magnificent sunsets, while the interior and the exterior are dominated by flowers. Their motto is “…a home away home…” and they make efforts for the guests to feel the warmth of a home in their house.www.kre-do.hr

HOTEL APOKSIOMEN ****Mali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana 1This small boutique hotel in the very center of Mali Lošinj will charm its guests with an intimate atmosphere and its coffee shop terrace where you can taste sweets make according to their own recipes. Apoksiomen fosters an individual approach to each guest. WLAN is free of charge in the deluxe rooms. www.apoksiomen.com

MANORA ***Nerezine, Mandalenska bbIn this small family hotel, you will enjoy their gastro offer because the dishes are made from ecologically grown ingredients. However, you will also enjoy the peace and quiet and relax in spacious and well-equipped bedrooms. Manora has an advantage in the close proximity of mountaineering trails and the sea, as well as an individual approach to each guest.www.manora-losinj.hr

TELEVRIN***Nerezine, Obala nerezinskih pomoraca 21This historical building within the local port is now a hotel delighting with its simplicity, pleasant ambient and adaptability to each guest. www.televrin.com

HOTEL VILLA FAVORITA ****Mali Lošinj, Sunčana uvala bbwww.villafavorita.hr

HOTEL VILLA MARGARITA ***Mali Lošinj, Bočac 64www.vud.hr

PANSION ANA COMFORTMali Lošinj, Artatore 75www.pansion-ana.com

VILLA DEIS ****Mali Lošinj, Ambroza Haračića [email protected]

PANSION SATURN ***Veli Lošinj, Obala M. Tita 1www.val-losinj.hr

PANSION VELI LOŠINJ COMFORTVeli Lošinj, Slavojna bbwww.volantis.hr/pansion

GRBICA RESIDENCE ***Veli Lošinjwww.hotelristorantecapri.it

HOSTEL ZLATOKRILAVeli Lošinj, Kaciol 26

VILLA MOZART **Veli Lošinj, Kaciol 3

CAMPS

JADRANKA KAMPOVI - ČIKAT **, BIJAR ** AND NATURISTIČKI KAMP BALDARIN **Jadranka kampovi d.o.o. has provided camping services in Mali Lošinj for half a century. Their offer their guests high quality at affordable prices and invest a lot in staff training. Their camps are located in an aromatic environment with a focus on guests’ health and designed for family holidays. Camp Baldarin is the only naturist camp on the island.www.camps-cres-losinj.com

KAMP KREDO *Located neat the sea, this camp will provide you with intimacy, originality and rest in harmony with nature. You will be amazed at how well-designed this camp is. www.kre-do.hr

KAMP POLJANA ***If you are looking for unique and modern camping with the murmur of the sea, the shade of pine trees, birds chirping and Lošinj’s aromas, you will enjoy yourself here. The camp is designed to satisfy its guests’ needs and desires, while the staff ensures their safety and comfort. Poljana has received numerous awards for design and cleanness, which confirms the quality of their 40-year tradition.www.poljana.hr

KAMP LOPARI *If you want to spend your holiday in contact with intact nature while enjoying peace, quiet and a sea view on one side and a mountain on the other side, Lopari should be your choice. Located between Osor and Nerezine, this camp is ideal for windsurfing and mountaineering enthusiasts all year. Each guest can choose their own location within the camp.www.losinjplov.hr

KAMP PREKO MOSTA **Located in Osor, Jazon is the right place for lovers of cultural and tourist events and diverse gastro offerings. It is excellent for athletes and recreationists who can mountaineer, sail, windsurf or dive here. It is surrounded by intact nature and the guests can choose their locations. It is very well connected with the mainland. www.jazon.hr

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Kamp RAPOĆA **, Nerezinewww.losinjplov.hr

AGENCIES

LOŠINJSKA PLOVIDBAMali Lošinj, Riva lošinjskih kapetana 8Thanks to their longstanding tradition and experience, as well as their professional and helpful staff, they offer a quick quality service. Choose the accommodation you are looking for in an extensive range of private and hotel accommodation options at the best prices. The agency operates year-round. www.losinjplov.hr

ARTMEDIASMali Lošinj, Creska 32In addition to guaranteeing the prices and information accuracy, the Artmedia agency attends to its guests in a professional manner, providing them with a flawless internet booking system.www.artmedias.com

MEDITERANMali Lošinj, Trg Zagazinjine 2A dynamic young team of agents is always at their customers’ service. With a 24/7 booking system, they offer a wide range of accommodation options, as well as bicycle, scooter, speedboat and car rental. The prices are guaranteed. They base their business philosophy on credibility, high standards and premium service.www.mediteran-losinj.eu

AGAVE TRAVELMali Lošinj, Mije Mirkovića 16To their guests, whom they approach individually both at booking and arrival, they are available 24 hours a day. They organize excursions with professional guides. The guest is in the center of their business focus. Regular customers and they friends who received their recommendations account for as much as 65 percent of their total number of reservations.www.agavetravel.com

PUNTARKA NOVAMali Lošinj, Trg Zagazinjine 1If you are looking for a first-class apartment at the best location, you have come to the right place. We will offer you quality that justifies

the price. They are reliable, helpful, informed, and always at your service.www.puntarka.com

CAPPELLIMali Lošinj, Kadin bbEstablished in 1992, the Capelli tourist agency offers the largest database for private and hotel accommodation on the islands of Cres and Lošinj, which you can book via their online booking system. Customer satisfaction is of utmost importance to them – they always aim to provide a quality professional service. In addition to accommodation, they offer their guests car, bicycle and scooter rental and they sell tickets to certain events. Contact them with trust any time of the year!www.cappelli-tourist.hr

VALVeli Lošinj, Vladimira Nazora 22Find your accommoation on the island at affordable prices with no extra commissions. This agency’s professional agents make efforts to meet all of their guests’ needs before and during travel. You can also use “instant booking” via a well-organized booking system.www.val-losinj.com

PALMAVeli Lošinj, Vladimira Nazora 22The first private agency on the island has booked private accommodation and small family B & B facilities for their guests for over 20 years. Those visiting Lošinj for medical problems will be offered more budget-friendly accommodation. Your pets are also welcome because this is a pet-friendly agency.www.losinj.com

TURISTVeli Lošinj, Obala M. Tita 17Turist Agency tirelessly cultivates, promotes and presents our tourist destination through local products and services, souvenirs, excursions, events and cultural & historical wealth. Thanks to their longstanding experience and innovation, they have launched a number of trends in the local community and look forward to each visit throughout the year. They find their role model in the Little Prince philosophy – they are a multicolored creative joy!www.island-losinj.com

ADRIASUNTOURS, Mali Lošinj, Sv. Martin 41www.adriasuntours.com

ANA, Mali Lošinj, Artatore 70www.ana-artatore.com

MANORA LOŠINJ, Mali Lošinj, Priko 29www.manora-losinj.hr

SANMAR, Mali Lošinj, Priko 24www.sanmar.hr

TERRA INCOGNITAMali Lošinj, Del Conte Giovanni 8www.terraincognita.hr

MARINA NEREZINENerezine, Obala nerezinskih pomoraca 3www.marina-nerezine.hr

NIA, otok Unije, Unije [email protected]

YACHTING

YACHTING CLUB MARINAMali Lošinj, Privlaka bbwww.losinjplov.hr

JADRANKA YACHTING d.o.o.Mali Lošinj, Dražica 1www.jadranka-yachting.com

YACHTING MARINA LOŠINJMali Lošinj, Runjica bbwww.marinalosinj.com

YACHTING Y/C MARINA d.o.o.Mali Lošinj, Priko 34www.ycmarina.hr

YACHTING MARINA NEREZINE d.o.o.Obala nerezinskih pomoraca 3www.marina-nerezine.hr/nautika.htm

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