This page features ways you can prepare for our trip to Croatia and the Dalmatian Islands
1. FAQ - frequently asked questions
2. Links to Travel Hacks -- videos with good info for airline travel
3. Health Helps
4. Detailed packing list with links to some items you may want to purchase
1. FAQ - frequently asked questions
2. Links to Travel Hacks -- videos with good info for airline travel
3. Health Helps
4. Detailed packing list with links to some items you may want to purchase
1. Are visas required for Croatia?
No, although Europe is threatening to require an Electronic Travel Pass like England and Australia do, they keep postponing that and it is not required this year. 2. Should I pack light for this trip? Yes, but it is not required. Our ship staff does laundry as part of their service, so you don't need many clothes and we dress light and casual, so make it easy on yourself and try bringing only a carry-on suitcase for a change. 3. What costs are not included in the tour package? MEALS -We include most meals on the yacht . When we are on the land portion of the tour we include breakfast only because group meals cost more, take more time and give us less choice of menu. Our customers prefer eating on their own for lunches and dinners when off the ship. Croatian food is less expensive than US & European food and healthier. TIPPING - Tipping is included except aboard the ship. The crew of the ship have insisted that they not be included in the price of the ship. Instead, they ask that each person plan to tip approximately $190 per person for the week of service you receive. You will be amazed by how spoiled we are by these good people. SOUVENIRS - You'll have to buy these yourself and there are lots to choose from! 4. What kind of money is needed and how much should we bring? Croatia uses the Euro and you will need cash when eating at small cafe's, buying gelato, and for many of the souvenirs. Whenever you can, use a credit card for the best exchange rate. Be sure to check your credit card companies to see if they charge you an international fee-- some do and some don't and it makes a difference when purchasing overseas. ATMs require a debit card and your pin number to get cash. We recommend bringing $200 - $300 per person in cash to start with. Ship tips can be paid in US cash. 5. Does the ship provide life jackets for swimming? The ship not only includes life jackets, but also snorkel fins and masks, water skis, kayaks, floaties, and paddle boards. Most people can't resist getting in the crystal clear water even if they don't usually enjoy swimming. In addition to the pristine waters of the Adriatic, there's a hot tub on the top deck to relax in as well. So don't forget your swim suits! 6. Can I give my family a list of hotels where we will be staying? Yes, but because of cell phones, most hotels don't have phones in the rooms and your families should be able to reach you with WhatsApp. They should have our contact information as well, as we are the best ones to get in contact with you in case of emergency. In addition, you can give them a copy of the digital handbook we email you and the day-by-day itinerary we give you before departure. More Questions? Text us at 801.669.1777 or 801. 440.3272 & we'll be happy to answer as well as post your questions here .
These are links to videos we've found that can be helpful in planning for international travel. There are many more online -- when you finish one you may find more by the same person that are good updates on travel.
1. Travel Tips for Bringing Medicine Through Airport Security:
youtu.be/PBwmUX3PpGk?si=DMcERkVzas759rOV 2. 5 Airport Secrets They Don't Want Us to Know: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR1N4JLcp-4&t=313s 3. What to wear (and not) when flying: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xwf2GAZWdgg&t=300s 4. 3-1-1 Rule -- Airline guides for carrying liquids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-Ga-v5kCSc 5. Airline Rules: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz0oDYs1mNk&t=181s 6. Cell Phone Security: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heeaS7vgLvY 7. 5 Packing Tips for Your Next Trip: youtu.be/GS5FFxl8e2I?si=3QI_o2r3OUB9YKpF 8. Travel updates for 2025: https://youtu.be/Dj-GASJCeaQ?si=JVWdbh3rr_jwnJG7 |
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Take a screen shot of this discount or save the image and take it in to the Spanish Fork Prime IV - tell them Mark & Liz sent you and get a free injection.
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From Liz: I've added some links to Amazon products because some have asked me for suggestions, but these are not required in any way and are just here to give you ideas. You should use your own judgement and experience.
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1. Swim suit and accessories (the yacht will supply fins and masks for everyone, but you may want to bring your own if you are hard to fit).
2. Sandals, walking shoes & flip flops 3. Travel towel -- If you're going to Kotor we'll have a chance to swim in the bay and we recommend Turkish towels that are lightweight and take little space: https://a.co/d/5okZI70 4. Bug repellant -- we didn't see a lot of bugs, but be prepared for just in case. Here's a link to some bug repellants:
https://a.co/d/dkmycdr (This is the stuff the church gives their employees who travel for them): https://a.co/d/dkmycdr 5. Sun screen -- you'll need protection on this trip 6. Hats 7. Sun glasses 8. Umbrella - small folding one either for sun or rain: a.co/d/e3ixLMS a.co/d/iZTGsqG 9. Water bottle - especially for the airline so you can stay hydrated. Ask the attendant to fill your bottle. Smile and they will. 10. Tide sticks -,we swear by these: https://a.co/d/f6XCvDS
11. Mesh laundry bags - you may want to share a load with a friend and keep your undies separate: https://a.co/d/cQVJBz 12. Clothes line -- for hanging out your swim suit on the deck at night or drying your underwear in your room in the hotel: a.co/d/6spXv0E 13. Laundry "sheets" -- I use these handy detergent sheets all the time at home, as well as on trips: a.co/d/5jEcwOx 14. Wrinkle Release Spray (sorry -- it won't help our faces) : a.co/d/2PAgeGO 15. Mini Portable Chargers for phone. They work great, but never pack them in your suit case. Instead, keep them in your back back, or purse or other item you stow at your feet: https://a.co/d/5xAHuZJ 16. European plug adaptor (this is different from an electricity transformer): a.co/d/fmIvuzd 17. Electricity transformer -- needed for electrical appliances other than computers & phones: https://a.co/d/aFPbMKv 18. Flashlight -- get the rechargeable kind that can also charge your phone: a.co/d/2Ya68vO 19. Medicines & vitamin supplements -- with pill bags to organize them compactly: a.co/d/iWkVhss 20. Nasal Spray or swabs for plane to avoid getting sick in crowded areas. 21. Melatonin & sleep aids --we recommend Costco Sleep Aid -- to sleep on the plane and to sleep through the nights when jet lag wakes us at 3:00 AM (see photo on right):
22. Face masks -- in case of illness: https://a.co/d/5xSidzxa.co/d/5xSidzx 23. Hand sanitizer: https://a.co/d/5zSOLBua.co/d/5zSOLBu 24. Disinfectant wipes for plane (get at the supermarket travel section). 25. Eye mask & ear plugs for sleeping: https://a.co/d/cKPdQRua.co/d/cKPdQRu 26. Ziplock bags -- you'll be surprised how much these are used. 27. Snacks -- nuts, jerky, protein bars, etc. 28. Reading material 29. Book of Mormon to give away. Order from Church Distribution/Deseret Book, but order in advance to get one in Croatian. 30. Pictures of your family -- on your phone and/0r hard copy to show. |
phone chargers
Transformer for multiple outlets
Plug adaptors for Australia & New Zealand
Sleep aid we use all the time
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SUGGESTED CLOTHING PACKING LIST (this is just a suggestion-- not to be taken as the law)
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Liz's packing list
2 long pants - 1 jeans, 1 slacks 3 shorts 1 dress or skirt for church 2 t-shirts (buy more there) 5 tops 1 pr. PJ's 1 sweater or sweatshirt 1 jacket 2-3 hats 2 swim suit & accessories 7 pair garments 2 pair sandals flip flops 1 pair walking shoes |
Mark's Packing List
1 set of church slacks, shirt and tie 1 jeans 3 shorts 4 casual shirts/polos 1 sweatshirt 1 jacket 1 sweater 1 swim suit & accessories 7 sets of garments 2 hats (baseball & brim) 2 pair walking shoes socks flip flops |