News Feature

Marina 'will enhance' Croatian tourism

27 February 2009

The redevelopment of a famous marina in Croatia is set to boost the country's credentials as a tourism destination.

That's according to the development group Island Global Yachting (IGY), which has announced that it will be transforming Sibenik's marina into one of country's top sailing destinations.

Chief executive of Frank Garrison, chief executive of IGY, commented: "Croatia's international status as a leading tourism destination is definitely on the rise and the addition of this mega yacht marina at Sibernik will certainly play a vital role in enhancing that reputation."

He added that the company was "very excited" to be moving into Croatia and working alongside the local community.

Aside from its marina, Sibenik also boasts two national parks and a UNESCO protected cathedral.

Fans of yachting will no doubt to be tempted to visit the Adriatic resort of Split in Croatia, which boasts a marina to rival those found elsewhere in the continent.

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