Baska Voda Holiday
With a population of just 1,600 and another 500 scattered in neighbouring farms and hamlets, the beautiful little town of Baska Voda snuggles between the pine forests of Mount Biokovo and kilometres of white pebble beaches beyond which are the crystal clear, warm waters of the Adriatic Sea. First settled more than 3,000 years ago, then abandoned for an inland site due to the dangers of piracy from the eighth to eighteenth centuries, the town has long caught the imagination of visitors. Said one prominent visitor: "Who comes once to Baska Voda, always returns".
Today's tourists are welcomed by modern accommodation in a historical setting. A part of the Makarska Riviera, Baska Voda is just 10km from the major town of Makarska, which is easily accessible by bus or hire car, although many visitors might not wish to to leave this popular resort during their holiday here, finding everything they need on their doorstep.
Beaches
As with the rest of the Makarska Riviera, Baska Voda's beaches are white pebble. Well maintained by the local authorities, the town's more than 30 beaches provide the gateway to excellent snorkelling and scuba diving, surfing, water skiing, paragliding, sailing and banana boating. Boats can be hired for excursions to nearby islands. Just out of town is a naturist beach popular at weekends with local families.
Shopping
The mix of outlets is pretty much what you would expect from a small tourism-oriented town, with a greengrocer, fishmonger and butcher providing an alternative to the local supermarket fare, plus a florist, a cobbler, a photo studio, a sprinkling of souvenir shops, specialist stores, and banks. Most daily needs are available within walking distance.
Nightlife
There's not a huge choice on the immediate doorstep, but still plenty of exuberant activity until the early hours in Baska Voda's healthy selection of restaurants, konobas (local restaurants), bars and night clubs. Music and entertainment on offer ranges from traditional folk music and dancing to disco. For more lively entertainment head to the nearby resort of Makarska.
Local Specialities
Local, national and international cuisine is available in the town's cafeterias and tavernas, with locally-caught, fresh seafood amongst the main attractions. The cooking style is Mediterranean in that it employs plenty of olive oil, garlic and herbs with most dishes being fish based. A typical first course might consist of pasta topped by seafood. Mixed fish stewed with polenta is a regional speciality.