Author TZ Rab, Petar Lupić

Rab

Rab is one of the islands in the Kvarner Bay archipelago located between Krk in the northwest and Pag in the southeast. There are several towns and places scattered over the island, mostly on the south side protected from the wind Bura. Rab often called a Happy island or the Emerald island is the home of various species of flora and fauna, a real Mediterranean paradise. The vicinity of the mainland and the major cities on the Littoral and Northern Dalmatia makes Rab one of the best-connected Croatian islands, visited every year by thousands of tourists, looking for rest, entertainment and culinary specialties.

WHY RAB?
1.    Numerous historic and cultural sights & events
2.    Sandy beaches
3.    High-quality accommodation selection: apartments, resorts, private villas, and hotels
4.    Rab City Four Bell Towers like four masts of a ship

	1. Hotel International - is located in the center of the old city. Because of the very mild climate of the island, the promenade along the sea and the large park surrounding hotel Rab are excellent places for senior citizens in winter, spring, or autumn. In the summer, nightly entertainment in numerous clubs and the lively Mediterranean atmosphere are particularly attractive for younger generations.
	2. Valamar Collection Imperial Hotel - adults-only hotel located close to the beautiful town park as well as the beach and a lively city center full of cultural sights. It was built in 1927. and at the time was one of the first hotels on the island. The hotel offers numerous services like Gin and Pool Lounge bar, a restaurant Veritas, a Wine bar, and a wellness center with an indoor pool.
	3. Valamar Padova Hotel - Hotel Padova is situated in the bay of Prva Padova on island Rab, directly on the sea approximately 5-10 minutes of walk from the old town Rab. It offers a pleasant and comfortable stay throughout the year. Due to various hotel services, it has become a frequent choice of families with children.

Tourist and cultural center

Tourism in Rab

On the island of Rab, there are several small towns and villages scattered over the island. One of them bears the same name as the island. Town Rab is mostly known for its four church bell towers which became the symbol of the town and island, and the town patron is St. Christopher. It is surrounded by walls that are in large part still standing and one of the symbols of the city is the church St. Mary the Blessed, whose motives Rab women translate to well known Rab lace. The clean and clear sea, beautiful nature, and the hospitality of Rab inhabitants have known attributes of Rab which will make your stay here special. Rab is an island of contrasts. On the north coast of the island, resembling a stone wall stretches the barren hill Kamenjak, which protects the south of the island from strong winds from the continent. The south is rich in Mediterranean vegetation and beautiful sandy and rocky beaches. Everyone can find a place for themselves on the island of Rab, as there are many hotels, tourist resorts, or private apartments to choose from.

Events

Sand Sculpture Festival - Paradise Beach in Lopar hosts the event in the sand, where the sculptures, based on the theme “The Wonderful World of Mythical Beings“ are created. Try your skills and release your imagination.
Samba Festival - For one night in a year, the famous Lopar Rajska beach turns into Copacabana, and Samba dancers from all over the world get together in their flamboyant costumes, swinging in Latin rhythms at the party lasting to dawn.
Rabska fjera - the first and largest medieval summer festival in Croatia, based on a tradition that began on July 21, 1364, when the Rab City Council decided to pay tribute to King Louis the Great who liberated Rab from Venetian rule. During the fair, the whole city goes back to the past, as it was lived in the Middle Ages.

Places in Rab

Rab is a typical medieval town surrounded by roman walls. Amazing four-star hotel Arbiana is located in the heart of town Rab. More budget-friendly is definitely hotel International located close to the sea, surrounded by a beautiful Mediterranean garden. For those who love spending their holidays in mobile homes, we strongly recommend Padova premium camping resort which is equipped with various services and amenities designed to make every guest feel most comfortable.

Lopar is a small tourist town on the island of Rab known for its numerous sandy beaches. There are 22 sandy beaches around Lopar, and the most famous beach is 1.5 km long "Paradise Beach", near which are most hotels and apartments as well as the resort San Marino, the biggest campsite on the island. In addition to "Paradise Beach", we recommend the beaches "Sahara" and "Ciganka" and there are lots of smaller beaches in the numerous bays and they are all sand beaches. In Lopar is the Church of St. John the Baptist, the patron of the parish of Lopar, and on a nearby hill in the pine forest, the church of the Blessed Virgin Mary from the 14 century is located. A hotel worth visiting is Hotel Plaža offers numerous spacious rooms and suites and is a great fit for families or friends who travel together. Lopar is also known by the Rab crossbowmen, which in many summer events attract the interest of tourists. Lopar is suitable for families with children and young people who want an active life, sport, and entertainment. You will find a wide selection of private apartments to rent if you take a look at No Name apartments.

Kampor is a small town located only 12km from town Rab. It is home to many more sandy beaches and Lando resort which offers many spacious apartments for 4 people. Villa Lucija and Villa Tomislav are a perfect fit for those who want to spend their holidays in private apartments in Kampor.