Wokingham and Bracknell Lifestyle Apr - May 2020

you can take a dip in the country’s longest infinity pool -
measuring at 80 metres- and if you dare to swim the length
you surely have earnt their well renowned Mojitos with some
bar nibbles.
If you’d prefer a swim in the mild Adriatic sea, the location
boasts 2km of beach and full complement of water sports,
from jet skiing, paddle boarding and banana boating for
those adrenalin junkies. And for a slice of paradise, hop on
a short boat ride to Levan island. Approaching this island
is like something out of a movie scene; crystal blue waters,
beach huts to lounge in while you gaze out at the vast Croatian
sea, and the Sunshine Medulin Bar serving cocktails that
themselves look like works of art. The friendly and welcoming
bar staff are on hand too to give you the best tips for exploring
the area like a local.
During your stay, there is no doubt you’ll enjoy the delights of
Croatia’s gastronomy, specialising in truffle, cheese, wine and
lamb dishes. Veggies and vegans, don’t be scared - Istria’s
fields also supply sun ripened veg and fruits to be enjoyed too!
With 4 Restaurants and a supermarket on site Arena Grand
Kažela will cater, quite literally, to all your needs. Food is a
religion in Croatia, meals are set over many courses of many
hours, meant for sharing platters and stories to laugh over after
a day in the afternoon sun.
If you’re a bit of a culture vulture the nearby city of Pula offers
a rich history set in a timeline of architectural wonders. Pula’s
gladiatorial arena boasts to be older than Rome’s Colosseum.
The Arena is the only remaining Roman amphitheatre to have
four side towers and with all three Roman architectural orders
entirely preserved. It was constructed in 27 BC – 68 AD and
is among the world’s six largest surviving Roman arenas.
Wandering through the town is like looking at a visual timeline
of Croatian history, a story told through architecture. The tour
guides are extremely knowledgeable and painted a picture of
the city through the ages, up to the current state of affairs. The
stories of chariots and gladiators are sure the enthral.
If history or architecture doesn’t tickle you, the Pula market
is a sight to behold. Mingle with the locals, and soak in the
atmosphere - picturesquely dappled in sunlight through the
trees you’ll find stalls filled with lavender, truffle and braided
garlic. Worth a look next to it is the famous fish market, to
observe not only the fresh catch of the day, but the pavilion it’s
set in. Be prepared to have your senses accosted by the scent
of the sea and the glimmering scales of beautiful fresh fish
caught be local fisherman that morning.
If you want to leave the site (although there is little reason to do
so!) and the city isn’t your thing, then a boat trip from the sweet
seaside village of Fažana to President Tito’s beautifully kept
island Brijuni may be for you. Take a swim in crystal waters, or
a train ride around the island to see Tito’s exotic animals.
Beautifully designed to allow guests to get closer to nature and
experience serenity of sleeping under the stars in total comfort.
With poolside bars, restaurants, water sport and children’s
areas and activities, there is no doubt there is something for
everyone before even leaving the site. Maybe camping is my
kind of thing after all…
“Wandering through the town is
like looking at a visual timeline
of Croatian history, a story told
through architecture...The stories
of chariots and gladiators are sure
the enthral. ”
Arena Grand Kažela has recently launched brand new luxury
camping homes, located in a secluded spot in Medulin
and designed to allow guests to get closer to nature and
experience the serenity of sleeping under the stars in total
comfort. For those looking to pick up the tempo, there are
water skiing facilities on-site, whilst explorers can visit the
nearby secluded beach, only accessible by boat.
€90 per unit per night, based on a Camping Home Next unit.
Valid for arrival in April 2020. For more information and to book,
visit: www.arenacampsites.com
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