The Journal

Stories from the coast

Local guides, recipes and seasonal notes from our corner of the Dalmatian coast — written by the team who live here.

Lopar with kids: a family playbook

Shallow sand, playgrounds, gelato and easy trails — Lopar might be the most family-proof spot on the Adriatic. Here is how we would plan a week.

24 July 2026

travel

Getting to Lopar: ferries, flights and driving

Rab is an island, but an easy one to reach. Here are the routes we recommend to our guests, whether you come by car or by plane.

20 July 2026

rab

A day trip to Rab Old Town

Four bell towers, stone alleys and a seafront promenade — the medieval capital of the island is 15 minutes from Lopar and worth a slow afternoon.

15 July 2026

beaches

The sandy beaches of Lopar: which one is for you?

Lopar is famous for something rare on the Adriatic — sand. From the family-friendly Paradise Beach to hidden coves you reach on foot, here is how to pick yours.

10 July 2026