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Surprising My Family with Secret Holiday | Family Yacht Getaways in Croatia

Flying The Nest
Flying The Nest
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👁️ 53K views📅 7 years ago⏱️ 11:28

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a surprise family holiday in Croatia, where they have brought their parents to explore Dubrovnik for the first time. After revisiting favorite local breakfast spots and walking the city walls, the group transitions to a sailing trip using a catamaran from a company called Yacht Getaways. The creator notes that this service is designed for families, offering an alternative to younger-focused sailing companies. The itinerary includes visiting tiny coastal towns that are inaccessible to large cruise ships, enjoying cocktail bars at sunset, and exploring St. Marys Island. The creator highlights the unique history of the island, noting how a 12th century monastery was once part of a lake before being connected to the sea. The video concludes with a detailed tour of the catamaran, where the creator explains the layout of the vessel, the differences between the various rooms, and provides tips on selecting the best cabin for more space.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Mediterranean · Summer · 7 nightsFrom DubrovnikVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've taken everybody out here to Dubrovnik it is their first time in Croatia and I think their minds are blown

this is what you do come with your family jump on it your getaways and this boats amazing

this is why you come to sail Croatia because you'd come to these tiny towns of the cruise ships do not take you to

quick tip get here early get the back rooms

Creator's Tips & Advice

get here early get the back rooms
use packing cubes for organization

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

not being in the right age bracket for sailingcome with your family jump on it your getaways

Questions This Creator Answers

Qwhat to do in Dubrovnik for a family
Qhow to choose a cabin on a catamaran

Topics Covered

Cabin Interior3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony3 Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4½ Happy BaconKids Family4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Dubrovnik4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Exploring the old city and walls
St. Mary's Island4 Happy Bacon
Top: Cycling around the national park (50 Kuna each)
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