The town of Krk can boast by such a building as it is a very rare phenomenon. This unusual floored little church is devoted to St. Quirinus, the protector of the town of Krk, and it dates from the 12th century, while on the ground floor there is St. Margareta church. Church is built from the [...]
Thursday, November 20, 2008
The small island of Kosljun is a unique cultural and historical site that we recommend that you visit during a visit to Krk. It is situated on Puntarska draga, a little less than a kilometer from the village of Punat and only 200 meters from the coastline in the direction of Krk. It [...]
Thursday, November 13, 2008
While exploring of the island of Krk, you will probably come across many inscriptions engraved in stone, written in some sort of “strange” script. Well, this script is not strange; moreover, this is Glagolitic script, a script that was used back in 9th century by Saints Cyril and Methodius. We distinguish between round Glagolitsa, used in [...]
Thursday, November 6, 2008
They say that you put your finger in the sea and you are linked to the entire world. And if find yourself on Croatia’s largest island, you really are linked to the whole world. By sea, by air (Rijeka Airport is situated on the island of Krk), and by land or by the [...]
Thursday, October 30, 2008
While many bigger and more famous present-day towns were nothing but a part of nature, Krk was already a town 3000 years ago. Considering the number of its inhabitants, it is a smaller town, but judging by its historical richness, it is certainly big. ”Splendidisima civitas Curictarum” – which could be translated as the most [...]
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Even though we are already in autumn, in this post we want to acquaint you with the beaches of Krk. Maybe it is just some proposed ideal for you annual vacation next year, but when you start to plan you summer holiday, keep it in mind. The bathing areas and beaches on Krk were set [...]
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Someone once said the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. You too will fall in love with the Island of Krk if you taste some of the delicacies offered on the richly laden tables of Krk. On the “golden isle” with such rich nature, you can enjoy prsut (smoked ham) and homemade [...]
Thursday, October 9, 2008
The olive-tree, a centuries old species of plant, found at the coasts of the Mediterranean, has been well-known to people since Biblical times. An olive is a symbol of peace, fertility, strenght, health, and youth. That the island of Krk is also ”God-given” for olive growth, can be seen in the fact that the extra-virgin olive [...]
Thursday, October 2, 2008
If you are still eager for pleasures of the sea, and you think that the sea is to cold for swimming, we invite you to put on your diving equipment and start exploring the offshore of the Isle of Krk. Still, to take a dive, it is necessary to complete a diving course in one of [...]
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Walking is the most widely spread recreational activity accessible to all generations which can be practiced almost everywhere and in any time. It has been scientifically proved that only 30 minutes of daily walk helps to preserve one’s good health. Because of all positive effects, the World Health Organization proclaimed the October 5 to be [...]
Thursday, September 18, 2008
We would like to invite you in this blog to take a walk through town of Krk. You make take a walk alone and follow the signs placed on all historical monuments in the town or take a walk accompanied by our professional guide. You may start the walk at the “grand market” or main [...]
Thursday, September 11, 2008
We invite you to enjoy charms of autumn on the golden island Krk. Explore the centre of the old Frankopan town of Krk wit our guide. Learn about life of the Krk inhabitants in the Roman age. Taste delicious confectioneries offered by the Krk caterers. Explore the island interior riding a bike [...]
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Another summer is almost over and autumn is coming slowly. In order to keep your body fit after summer and regular swimming activities we propose you to go bike riding. Therefore, all biking lovers are invited to join us at the bike tour at Krk on September 13. Bike trail will suit all types [...]
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Many of us probably wish to read a good book, but because of working throughout the year we never manage to do so. And then we promise ourselves that we will read a book during vacation, which comes, and … nothing of reading…. But the town of Krk is taking care that you [...]
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Fig is a fruit of a plant, i.e. a tree with the Latin name Ficus carica. It is an authentic Mediterranean fruit being consumed mainly in raw or in dried condition and it can be a delicious supplement to grape brandy and other meals as well. The Adriatic Coast is rich in figs. As picked [...]
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Lavender has been a decoration in many gardens around the world for over 2000 years. From Roman times until this day lavender has been a source of many riches; from flowers and perfumes to its well-known healing and aromatherapy characteristics. It is presumed that lavender came from the Latin word “lavare” which means “to wash”, [...]
Thursday, August 7, 2008
We invite you to the Fair with memorable events in the Frankopanian city of Krk, which will be held on 8th and 9th of August. Krk fair is one of the longest-lived fairs in the north Adriatic Coast and it is organized on the holiday of St. Lovre almost every year since it was first mentioned [...]
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Did you as a child fantasize about becoming a pirate and search for hidden treasure? If you are in the town of Krk on the 8th, 9th and 10th August, you can really become a pirate! At the ancient time of the rule of Krk princes, the Frankopans, many merchant galleys stopped at the town. The [...]
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Have you ever been to a fisherman’s festival? The smell of fish on the grill, good domestic wine (like Vrbnicka Zlahtina), the songs of klapa, a real native, Mediterranean atmosphere. If you have not been to such a festival, I recommend that you visit the Fisherman’s Festival on 2 August on the [...]
Thursday, July 17, 2008
This year too in Krk we have prepared unforgettable entertainment events for all guests and visitors at Valamar’s festivities. We have prepared all day sports and entertainment activities for children and adults. First in line, on the 26 July, is the Day of the Camp Politin. Of the sports activities which begin at nine o’clock in [...]
Marketing Communication Manager at Riviera Poreč d.d.. Poreč is Nives’s birthplace, and she has longtime experience in tourism. She has been working at Riviera since 1996, and she writes about events and curiosities of her home town on Valamar blog…
Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator at Rabac d.d.. On Valamar blog, she writes about subjects related to Rabac, town she has private and business relations to, town where she acquired her first experiences related to tourism as a high-school girl.
Sales officer at Zlatni otok d.d.. Believe it or not, Duška was born the same day the Krk Bridge was open. As the first baby to cross the Krk Bridge, she has had an unbroken bond with her “golden island” Krk, where she is going to keep us posted from.
Marketing officer at company Babin Kuk d.d. Nike is from Dubrovnik, she speaks three languages, and she started her carrier at hospitality desk in Dubrovnik President Hotel. Naturally, on Valamar blog, she writes about things related to her town Dubrovnik. 
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Thursday, November 27, 2008