Getting to Vis used to require being born there or drafted by Yugoslavia's military. Now all you need to do is take a ferry to the furthest populated island off the Adriatic coast. Due to its strategic position, Vis has always been coveted by Europe's naval powers. Under Tito, it became a military stronghold. Remnants from this period are a major attraction. With its rugged Adriatic coastline and nearby small islands, there's plenty of natural beauty to explore. The sights include the famous Blue Cave on Bisevo island and the neighboring Green Cave. Plus there are some stunning beaches and hidden coves. The accommodations on Vis are nice too, from apartments with all the amenities, to villas and beach hotels.
The island less traveled.
Once off-limits to civilians, the tiny island of Vis is an enchanting place that will have you eager to return.
Vineyards, olive groves, and green vegetation cover the sparsely populated interior of Vis. The locals are friendly and the scenery is beautiful. Wine lovers praise Vis for the wine made from its native Vugava white grapes. Unlike most other parts of Croatia, Vis had a late start in tourism and this has turned out to be quite a blessing. It is not the easiest island to access. But the laid-back atmosphere, excellent seafood and local cuisine, quaint port towns, and beautiful natural surroundings exemplify Croatia's slogan of being "the Mediterranean as it once was." A visit to Vis will be a highlight of your vacation in Croatia. It's like heaven on the Dalmatian coast. This is the perfect place to stop and relax, before or after visiting cities like Hvar, Split, or Zadar. Vis was the filming location for Mamma Mia 2, standing in for a Greek island, and the movie's fans do visit, but the island's strict building laws ensure that a tourism explosion is not a threat.
