On Vis, rugged cliffs hide glowing sea caves and dazzling blue-green coves, as well as an abandoned, haunting submarine pen you can swim into. The landscape is littered with old military installations among the sun-bleached rocks and lavender bushes, and army tunnels snake beneath a surface cloaked in ancient vineyards.

Along the coast, pine trees and palm trees create a stunning Mediterranean landscape, and an archipelago of tiny islets beckons from the shore. In the medieval waterfront towns, Venetian stone towers and terracotta roofs contrast vividly with blue sea, and fishermen haul lobster out of the pots for the local restaurants.

Our last featured destination in our Bespoke Croatia Yachting Series was glamorous, buzzy Hvar, and Vis serves as its perfect opposite, where you can relax into the peace and quiet of this authentic Croatian island.

It’s quite possible this splendid island is the antidote to modern life. Here’s our Croatia Yachting Guide so you can enjoy Vis to its fullest.