We are well aware of the importance of bringing your ID everywhere you go. If you travel from a country that requires you to have a passport for entering within EU/Croatian borders, make sure your passport hasn’t expired or expires while on your trip. Also, make sure you check if Visa is mandatory and how you obtain one on time. Do the research on the web-page of the Croatian Ministry of Foreign and European affairs and contact the Croatian Embassy in your country if available to check if Visa is required. Remember to keep these safe and in sight at all times, as well as your credit cards and cash.
We always recommend buying travel insurance no matter where you go and what kind of a trip you planned. Make sure your travel insurance policy is stored somewhere handy, on your phone you always have with you or a printed version in your hand luggage.
Since your days will mostly be spent onboard, we suggest you bring some light pieces, for instance when visiting a location during the day. If you want to get the know the destinations, there’s a chance you will spend some of the days exploring the on-lands. The weather varies a lot depending on the time and dates your cruise takes place, so make sure you check the weather prognosis for the week. Summers in Croatia can get really hot, so linen clothing is always a good idea.
Most evenings you will spend off board, exploring the location, enjoying a fine dinner and/or walk around the town. You might want to bring a casual going out outfit fitting both for a dinner at a restaurant and clubbing 😊
As previously stated, chances are you’ll do a fair bit of walking when exploring and site-seeing. We suggest you bring your favorite broken-in walking shoes and keep the flip-flops for the lazy days spent onboard.
No additional explanation needed – easy to slip on and walk around the boat, even easier to pack. Not much space needed, but your feet will be grateful, just make sure you don’t over-do it.
We know you will practically be living in your swimsuit for the week, so make sure you pack at least two pairs, so one is always available when the other one is drying.
If you travel outside peak season or in case some evenings end up being colder than you think or one of the many different winds Croatian coast is known for starts blowing, we advise you bring a light jacket to wrap around your shoulders just in case.
You are headed to a very sunny destination and will spend a lot of time out in the sun. These are a must have to protect your eyes in those long summer days.
Protect your skin at all times, avoid the unpleasant burn marks on your first day that might make the remaining time of your vacation uncomfortable. Make sure you pick the right SPF depending on your skin and purchase this precious item before going on the trip for the days out in the sun without a worry on your mind.
You will be provided with towels onboard, of course. But, you never know when the site-seeing might get exhausting or weather too hot and you will look for a quick cooling in the sea. Or maybe you come across a nice little beach and just have to hop in for a swim. Bring a towel that is not to heavy to pack and carry in you backpack or handbag and is easy to dry.
When exploring the shore you will want to bring all the little essentials with you. Make sure you have something to put your wallet, sunglasses, sunscreen, phone, water bottle, towel etc. in for careless hoping off board and roaming around the charming locations we will visit.
Make sure your phone, or camera if you prefer, is always with/near you, you will make a lot of unforgettable memories on your trip, so you’ll want to have something to capture them with.Make sure you bring all the right adapters for your devices. On YOLO we use a double round pin plugs, 220 volts. Also, think of the waterproof cases if you will take some photos when enjoying the activities in the sea.
In case you use any sorts of therapy, remember to bring the right one in amounts you might need. Keep in mind to have the prescriptions packed with them, if they are prescription meds. Think also in terms of what you might need on vacation, such as painkillers or anti-nausea pills you are used to. Any type of emergency can rise-up at any time, a vacation is no exception, so make sure you pre-save the important emergency phone numbers in case you find yourself somewhere remote.
We will make sure you have everything you might need in the reach of your hand, but in case you want to spend a part of a day just sunbathing on our sundeck, you will probably want to have something to do that is up to your personal taste. Bringing a book might just be a good idea for this kind of downtime.
P.S. Maybe put some earplugs in this little bag, if the noise usually disturbs your good night’s sleep.
Regarding the plug ins, in Croatia we use the “Euro-plug” or type C plug – this is the one that consists of two round parallel pins while the wall plug has two holes where it is connected. If in your home country you use different ones, but uses 220 volts electricity, definitely make sure to bring an outlet converter with you, so you will be able to use everything you are bringing with you that requires charging or electricity to work.
As mentioned above, one other crucial thing to know is that appliances here work on 220 volts electricity. Most modern gadgets are made so that they can use the 110 to 220 volts, but you have to be sure about it, so check your gadgets or appliances. If you are unsure or you know your gadgets use only 110 volts, you opt for a voltage converter. They are easily to require.
Knowing this two facts, you can get an outlet and voltage converter in one gadget, to be on a safe side and not to worry if will you will be able to charge your phone and other gadgets you can’t go a week without.
Hope this list made packing little easier as it is to help to those who worry about leaving something important behind, as to those who tend to over-pack. But, remember, these are only general essentials. Think of the things you normally use throughout the day, then think of the things specific for spending a summer day outside and your luggage is ready to go. Prioritize comfort, versatility, and convenience when selecting clothing, footwear, and accessories.
Additionally, tailoring your packing list to the unique requirements of the occasion and season, will help you make the most of your trip and create lasting memories.
But, at the end of the day – bring these “must haves”, and we can always help to take care of the rest. Enjoy your sailing!