Iconic Concierge Fall 2022

MINI SUB MEDULIN, CROATIA
Mini Sub Medulin is a newly started business
using a unique underwater environmentallyfriendly
diving scooter.
The tour begins in the marina in Medulin, just
minutes from Pula or around 45 minutes from
Rovinj, where we were welcomed by the captain
and his crew.
On the boat ride to one of the islets, we were
introduced to the scooter, which does not require
any diving skills or scuba gear. Instead, it uses
an air pocket that forms in the helmet of the
submarine, fed by an oxygen tank. In theory,
the battery and the oxygen allow you to stay
underwater for up to 3 hours, although the actual
underwater experience is around 25 minutes,
guided by a professional diver.
It was an amazing experience and a whole new
way of exploring the marine life and the ancient
roman settlements, of which some now rest at the
bottom of the sea.
And for lasting memories, we even received
several video clips and pictures of our diving tour.
Highly recommended!
MINI SUB MEDULIN
Riva, 52203, Medulin, Croatia
www.waveboat.hr | info@waveboat.hr
A Bavarian in Croatia
BMW 840i xDrive M Convertible
When we discussed this trip with BMW back in 2020, we had originally
asked for the powerful M8 Convertible. 2 years later, with fuel prices
almost doubled and facing a 2,000km road-trip, we decided to
instead give the 2022 BMW 840i xDrive M Convertible with its 335-hp
turbocharged inline-six-cylinder, a chance. We did not regret it!
Offering a powerful look with its M Sport package, it has a lavishly
appointed interior with leather covering most every surface and all the
infotainment gadgetry expected in a high-priced grand tourer. And
when it comes to delivering on the German Autobahn, it does so with
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a supremely quiet ride and surprising power. We also managed to fit
all our suitcases and bags in the trunk and under the windscreen on
the back seats, even with the top down, and, speaking of the softtop,
it truly showed its outstanding quality and noise insulation when we
drove through a heavy 15-minute hail-storm in Slovenia.
Thumbs-up! We loved every moment in the 8 convertible, and with
an average of only 8.4L on 100km, it definitely helped with the current
gas prices. However, if you prefer the prodigious power of a twin-turbo
V8, you may want to check out the 523-hp M850i.