Vis travel & tourism guide    It brims with history and is a haven for those with archaeological interest or people who just enjoy a rich Mediterranean sense of the past. The island has been a Greek Polis, a Roman stronghold, a Venetian possession and was occupied by the British during World War 2. 
Vis is a small town on an island of the same name. Chief occupations are farming, wine production, fishing and tourism. The town is situated on the regional road. Ferry port, with ferry connections to Split. Close to the town there are several sandy and pebble beaches (Parja, Rogacic, Mala Svitnja and Vela Svitnja).The island's biggest and most beautiful sandy beach Zaglav is situated 10km south of town, near Milna village. You can't drive all the way to Zaglav. You have to leave your car in Milna and then walk for about 10 minutes along the coastline path. You can also use a taxi boat from Milna. Because of the sandy beach, Zaglav cove is often visited by yachts.
Komiza is the small town and port on the western coast of the island, in the deep bay of Komiza, at the foot of the hill Hum. The inhabitants work in fishing, agriculture (vineyards, vegetables, citrus fruits, carobs), and tourism. On the eastern coast of the bay there are large gravel beaches (Gusarica, Nova Posta, Velo zalo) from Komiza, one can get a boat to visit the nearby small island of Bisevo, which is famous for its Blue Grotto (Modra Spilja). The accommodation in Komiza is available in the hotel or in apartments in private houses that are on disposal during the whole year.Tourist offerIt has none of the large-scale hotels or tourist facilities of many other Croatian islands as it only became accessible to foreigners in 1989 with the departure of the Yugoslav army. Both population centres, the small harbour towns of Vis and Komiza have graceful Venetian architecture along the harbour fronts and are a delight to explore. It is surrounded by crystal clear water and has several uninhabited islands off its shore, the most famous being Bisevo, home to the Blue Grotto, a magical cave Fishing is the dominant occupation. Inland, the island produces wine and olive oil. Some of the most exclusive wines in Croatia are produced on the island, such as Plavac and Vugava.Good quality accommodation in hotels or apartments, unpolluted environment with the crystal clear sea and marine scenery as well as the local specialities - seafood from the cleanest part of the Adriatic, various sports and recreation opportunities, they all constitute the tourist offer. Sailing, snorkelling, diving, and fishing are all favourite activities and are readily available to the tourist. If it’s a wide choice of discos and nightclubs you are after, don’t go to this island. If you want Mediterranean climate, enjoy simple but high quality fresh dishes in restaurants, want to escape the tourist traps and go for sun, sea and peace, then this is great choice fot you.Hotels on island
Hotel San Giorgio is located on the oldest part of the island and has been decorated in a traditional style with natural tones. The hotel has been recently renovated and features many services and amenities aimed at your comfort. Other amenities include a laundry service, city tours, a multilingual staff, congress facilities, a meeting room, a fitness room, bike rentals, a transfer service, complimentary parking and internet access.
The Hotel Issa is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests to island. The Hotel Issa boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. Each guestroom features amenities such as non smoking rooms, air conditioning, hair dryer, television, shower. For guests to unwind, the hotel offers a variety of facilities and services including tennis courts, water sports (non-motorized).
Provita Guesthouse is located in a specific Mediterranean surroundings of a small town Komiza, near the seashore and the beach. It is a recently refurished traditional stone house on 3 floors offering self catering accommodation and lodging. Komiza is a long bay on the western side of the island Vis, near the Blue cave phenomenon and different activities including hiking, cycling and scuba diving.Have A Story About Vis island?
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