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Island
Korcula is the largest of the green islands of the Adriatic.
From time immemorial it has been forested, which was why it was
given the name Black Korcula during the colonisation of the ancient
Greeks. The forests have for centuries been carefully protected
as the timber was necessary for the valuable shipbuilding industry.
Maritime contact with other parts of the Mediterranean existed two
to three centuries before the time of Christ. Artisans of the ancient
world used the famed stone from the small island of Vrnik. This
stone was used to build many lovely Dalmatian cities as well as
some of the most famous buildings such as the Basilica of St.Sofie
in Carigrad, the parliament in Vienna and the townhall in Stockholm.
And of course the town of Korcula was built from this same stone.
The ancient heart of the city lies on a peninsula. The reason for
this position was so that from the city towers the population could
more effectively monitor the navigation of galleys and sailing boats
from the eastern coast of the Adriatic. The fortifications and narrow
streets prove irresistible to todays visitor just as it impressed
medieval writers and travel writers. One of the most famous travel
writers, Marco Polo, began his lifes journey in this town. The house
in which he was born has been restored and preserved, and it was
also in this town that he lost his freedom. In the battle near Korcula
he ws captured and taken to Genoa and then sentenced to prison.
It was in prison that he wrote his book Milion about his travels
to China which caused a sensation in western civilised society as
they were brought into shock contact with the Far East.
The villagers on the island are renowned olive growers, fishermen,
and wine producers. In some localities such produce is known to
have been served during the time of the ancient Greeks. Vineyards
of Blato, Lumbarda, Carsko poje and Smokvisko poje have been familiar
to the wine drinking world for many, many years, and the names of
some wines, for example Posip, Grk and Rukatac with their excellent
quality, have been synonymous with the identity of this island.
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Map
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| Island
Vacation Rentals |
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Private rooms,
apartments, houses and villas for hiring.
Besides in hotels the guests can be offered accommodation in private
rooms and apartments. You can hire an apartment or a room near the
see or in the peaceful and quite green area. Living in private rooms
or apartments you have the opportunity to experience the traditional
hospitality of our people
From the very beginning of tourism on the island this was the most
often frequent way of staying in Vela Luka. Capacity is large and
possibilities wide - from apartments and rooms to houses in robinson
style and villas.
Croatian tourism has a long tradition. This is hardly surprising
for those who are familiar with the beauty of Croatia. After all,
the Austrians and Hungarians began the development of tourism here
in the 19th century, having noticed the immense potential of the
area, the healthy climate and beautiful landscapes, for pleasant
holidays.
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Accommodation for Rent - online booking |
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| Our
Mission |
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Our Mission
is simple - To bring together property owners and people who are
interested in finding the perfect island vacation rental
After you
have filled out one of our contact forms (booking enquiry form
or contact us form), your e-mail will be received by the editorials
of Apartment Vela Luka.
We contact
the rent holder and notify him about your enquiry in 48 hours.
In the same term, information that we have received from the rent
holder (the availability, the price, etc) will be forwarded to
you.
The booking
of one of the apartments of your choice will be confirmed after
the bank confirms your deposit payment (30% of the whole price).
The advance
payment you have made during the booking of your accommodation
will be preceded immediately to the rent holder and this confirms
your reservation.
We will send
you the confirmation of your advance payment and information how
to contact the rent holder (telephone or fax number, e-mail address),
and we are at your disposal until your arrival to Vela Luka.
Upon your
arrival, you have to pay the rest of amount directly to the rent
holder
Due to a great
number of enquiries during July and August we are not always able
to find an available and appropriate accommodation according to
your wishes. Dear guests, we would like to ask you kindly to send
your enquiries as soon as possible (at least 30 days before your
date of arrival), or, please show interest in the periods before
July 15th or after August 15th when the accommodation capacities
are not fully booked and the prices are considerably lower.
The
Editorial of Apartments Vela Luka is at your disposal for any enquiries
concerning Vela Luka and the Island of Korcula during the whole
year. We answer at your enquiries within 48 hours.
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| Why
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Croatia
- Much has been said about the beauty of Croatia. "Heaven on
Earth" has been described in many books by artists, in paintings
and countless photographs. "God wanted to crown his creation,
so on the last day he created the Croatian Adriatic from his tears,
the stars and sea breeze", wrote an author long ago about the
splendour of this most beautiful and preserved ecological corner
of the modern world.
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The
best term for a stay at our coast is from April to October. The
air temperature during the summer season reaches up to 38 degrees
Celsius, and sea temperature at that time is pleasant 26 degrees
Celsius high. The high-season (July and August) offers obvious advantages
to guests who are interested in entertainment and excitement, but
the diversity of the Croatian Adriatic coast offers enough calm
oases to guests who search for a dream far away from disco club
music. March brings spring sunny weather, but some unpleasant showers,
too. The early autumn, September and October are ideal for guests
who want a relaxing and calm holiday. Out of high-season the beaches
are not overcrowded, and the accommodation prices are considerably
lower, while the weather conditions stay stable and the sea temperature
remains pleasant.
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Island Korcula
and Vela Luka
- Situated on the western side of the island of Korcula in a large
bay dotted with many tiny islets and surrounded by tranquil inlets,
Town of Vela Luka is an oasis of Dalmatia and Mediterranean influences:
mild climate, unpolluted sea and air, olive groves, fig trees, tuneful
melodies.
Vela Luka is surrounded by the richness and beauty of Nature. It
is the 2nd largest settlement on the Adriatic islands, a safe harbour
for seafarers.
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You can start
your vacation in Vela Luka from May to October. Thanks to a mild
Mediterranean climate, the air and sea temperatures are still pleasant
for swimming and sun-bathing in May and October. Out of high-season
there is not much traffic on the roads and you do not have to wait
for a long time, the beaches are not overcrowded, the weather is
stable and without unbearable heat, and the accommodation prices
are considerably lower. The terms before July and after August are
ideal for guests who want a real relaxing vacation. You can explore
the island during pleasant walks or mountain biking passing by olive
groves and vineyards. You can become acquainted with its rich cultural
and historical sights and participate in the vintage and preparation
of wine.
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