Brijuni - The Hidden Gem of Croatia

The archipelago of Brijuni is an extraordinary blend of natural, historical and cultural heritage. The mild climate and favourable geographical location, deep retracted bays and easily defendable elevated fortifications, have ensured the development of communities through successive generations on the island since pre - history until the present day.

Experiencing Brijuni means walking through history, meeting different cultures and civilizations that have left their indelible imprint, enriching the islands with magic and mystery. The sunsets above the Byzantine Castrum, bike riding through gentle wilderness, playing golf near the beach under the centennial pines tree and meadows where game deer pasture at the close of day – all this awaits to be discovered. Revealing this hidden, historic and pristine natural beauty day by day, means it's impossible to resist the unique charms and magic of Brijuni, qualities that are defining and driving the renewed interest in the islands.

Brijuni National Park is ideal for tourists – it offers an amazing resort destination, great choices for conferences, business meetings and award winning incentive tours. During the summer, Brijuni offers unrivalled relaxation in the crystal seas and during the spring and autumn there are many active holiday programmes for the whole family. There are many reasons why the tourists arrive on the Brijuni Islands: most of them for Brijuni's peace and tranquility, that transports vistors far away from the stresses and strains of modern life, whilst also offering great facilities for those interested in golf or who want to experience the islands safari park. There are also travellers inspired by Tito’s period, who arrive on the island impressed by past times. However, Big Brijun and also the rest of the islands belonging to the national park, which today are very focused on tourist development and are very much open to the pubic. Once visited by princes, archdukes, barons, industrialists, writers, actors, politicians and heirs to throne, today the Brijuni islands are one of most desirable destinations for the worldwide elite, every year attracting hundreds of luxury yachts that anchor in the shelterd port of Big Brijun. Accommodated in the islands hotels, like Neptun-Istra and Karmen or staying in one of the many villas, nestled within the natural environment will make any stay truly unforgettable.

The service of the staff employed in the national park is first class, combine this with the outstanding natural beauty, tastefully conceived facilities and the rich history of the islands, means you've only just started to discover why you should to come to Brijuni. On Brijuni almost all requests can be catered for and this is the most important message to the organisers of the conferences, business meetings and incentives alike. The quality of service and beautiful location of Brijuni offers event organisers a blank canvas to create unique events that harness the natural beauty and historic surroundings, no matter the season. As a result business travellers visiting the islands can look forward to experiencing truly memorable events, great facilities and first class service, all enriched by the islands natural beauty and relaxing charms. If adventure is part of the programme then Brijuni has it all. Team building through treasure hunting and orientering in the national park are just some of the additional opportunities. The real jewel that the traveller will discover though, is the rich history of the Brijuni archipelago itself.