Hotel Prišćapac Resort & Apartments, Korčula, Croatia

20/06/2026

A table full of delicious flavors, fresh pastries, seasonal fruit, and a cup of coffee, all enjoyed with a stunning sea view, exactly how a slow morning should begin at Hotel Prišćapac.

18/06/2026

Today evening, the sea isn't the only thing shining in blue.
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16/06/2026

There is something beautiful about Prišćapac during a storm, as thunder echoes across the sea and shadows dance above the waves.

On nights like these, the island feels less like a holiday destination and more like the setting of a thriller. Dark, atmospheric, and unforgettable.

15/06/2026

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15/06/2026

September Getaway at Hotel Prišćapac!

Discounted rate from September 14!

Discover the perfect time to enjoy the beauty of Island Korčula in September. The sea remains wonderfully warm, the sunshine is still bright, and the summer crowds have faded away.

Experience vivid autumn colors, crystal-clear waters, and a more relaxed atmosphere while exploring charming coastal towns, hidden beaches, and breathtaking island excursions. September offers ideal conditions for sightseeing, cycling, hiking, and unforgettable day trips.

Enjoy the beauty of Croatia at its most comfortable - warm days, peaceful surroundings, and endless opportunities for adventure await at Hotel Prišćapac.

20/05/2026

My adventure came to an end today. I think I managed my energy well – or maybe our minds simply work in a way that we only truly relax when we finally can. I’m not sure, but right now I feel like I wouldn’t set off on another journey tomorrow… maybe next year. 😊

Today, there were only about 20 km left back to the hotel, and along the way I planned to collect two more stamps. In Smokvica, at the Church of the Virgin Mary, I easily found the stamp, and in the nearby shop I also bought myself some breakfast.

Unfortunately, the Toreta winery was closed, so I missed another stamp today as well. “Toreta” is actually the local name for the dry-stone shepherd huts built from stacked rocks, which I also came across during the hike. They create a truly characteristic sight in the mountainous landscape. Today’s route, by the way, led through the mountains the entire way.

I would also like to mention the importance of cats on the island. I saw many cats during my journey, and cat often appear on souvenirs, paintings, and sculptures as well. On the Dalmatian islands, cats have always played an important role, as they kept rats away from ships and storage buildings. Fishermen often fed them with fish, and by now they have become an essential part of the Mediterranean atmosphere. In many places, they are considered the guardians of the harbors.

I arrived back at the hotel around noon, so now it’s time for a little rest and the start of the season. 😊

We warmly welcome everyone to Korčula Island and Prišćapac!

19/05/2026

Today was a serious trekking day. I calculated every step and even my phone charging in advance, yet somehow a few extra kilometers still slipped in.

In the morning I didn’t want to miss the only breakfast included with the accommodation, so I set off at 8 a.m. and reached Žrnovo relatively quickly. I collected the stamp in time - getting that first stamp of the day always comes with such a calm feeling of satisfaction, although by now I know surprises can still come afterward.

Between Žrnovo and Pupnat there’s about an 11 km reasonably walkable road through the forest with smaller turnoffs along the way. It was beautiful, but also fairly monotonous, and I missed the sound of the sea. Luckily, someone had hidden little surprises along the roadside, colorful painted stones. So I entertained myself by counting the kilometers from stone to stone.

In Pupnat there are two stamps, but I couldn’t find one of the churches, and I was already getting frustrated by the distance still ahead of me, so I ended up leaving with only one stamp from there. Still, I noticed that next to the church there was a lovely little Michelin-recommended restaurant - that information might come up useful later.

From there the route continued toward Pupnatska Luka, and the small pebble beach in the bay is simply unmissable. There are parking spots along the road, and I can imagine how crowded this place must get during high season. Right now there was still plenty of space.

After that came another long trekking section, but at least the sea was closer, and mentally it also helped that I was already in the second half of the route. My plan was to collect the next stamp, cut across to the accommodation, rest a bit, charge my phone, and only afterward go for the final stamp in Čara .

Well… that didn’t work out, because there’s no shorter walking route toward Zavalatica.

So I kept going toward Čara. I couldn’t find the chapel there either, although after checking later at the apatment, I think I should have needed to make a detour toward Čavića Luka. Oh well, that’s it, never mind.

Meanwhile I kept hoping there would be another Studenac in Čara, like there was in Lumbarda and Žrnovo, because of the heat I drank a lot and I ran out of fluids pretty fast and another coke would have been amazing. Unfortunately there wasn’t one, so I finished the rest of my water instead.

Next to the church, however, there stood an admirable ancient tree with a massive, crunky trunk. Maybe it was a cypress… I honestly don’t know, but it was a very special sight.

From there I thought I’d easily make it into Zavalatica and finally I can call it a day soon. Well… because of the accommodation I definitely ended up trekking another extra 5–8 km, because it wasn’t where I thought it was at all - it was much farther away. The address wasn’t accurate, and only when the host sent the location it became clear where it actually was. Even a kind local resident working on his boat tried to help me figure it out based on the name.

Luckily, after another Studenac break I set off on the final stretch. As I got closer, I started having slightly crime-thriller-like thoughts because the accommodation was so remote and hidden away at the edge of nowhere. But when the lady appeared with her dog, I relaxed, and the place itself turned out to be completely decent and clean. So my fears disappeared.

Tomorrow morning I continue on, and I think I’ll already be at the hotel by early afternoon. It’ll be an easy day - unlike today.

I don’t know the exact distance for today because my watch also died, but it was definitely around 40 km. Oh, and my blister is thankfully doing fine - it barely hurts, so I managed the route without too much trouble.

But tomorrow will only be half as much. :-)

18/05/2026

Soooooo, the problems are appearing, as this is the fifth day of my tour, so it can’t really come as a surprise. Blisters on my toes, aching shoulders, missing stamps and a missing adapter.

The day started calmly, the route was comfortable, and I found the first stamp easily at a charming church in Kneže. Then came the first challenge - if we don’t call it a “problem.” I was walking along the sea for quite a long time, and the crystal-clear water was so tempting that I decided to cool my feet during a rest. Then I surprisingly realized - since I didn’t feel much pain - that I had blisters on the toes of both feet. So I drained them with my scissors and continued on my way.

I didn’t hurry, as the map showed only around 18 km for the day. I skipped the second stamp, as I found neither a sign of the stamp at the Church of St. Nicholas nor any title or description confirming I was at the right place, so I continued to the next stop.

The next stop was actually the first station of the Camino Korčula, Gospojina Church, opposite St. Mark’s Cathedral. After a delicious ice cream at aRoma, I collected the stamp there. I was wandering a little among the restaurants and shops of the old town, with not too many tourists around.

The next stamp was at St. Anthony’s Church, situated on a hill reached by a spectacular staircase called the Cypress Tree Avenue. Mediterranean cypress (or Italian cypress) is a symbol of strength and peace. Their dark green, pencil-shaped forms stand elegantly and characterize the island’s natural beauty, so I had to climb the stairs lined with cypress trees to collect it.

I missed the next stamp from a family bee producer, as they returned the stamp back to the tourist office in Korčula because they were too busy to attend to pilgrims. I didn’t go back for it, so unfortunately I skipped two stamps today.

But I have to mention something truly enchanting about Korčula and the route as well - the scents. Mediterranean pine, lavender, rosemary everywhere, fragrant bangita (which I explored some weeks ago in my son’s neighbourhood) almost bloomed here, and a yellow-flowered wild plant along the road, with the smell of the sea as a background. This family farm also has many herbs, each marked with small signs.

The last kilometres to Lumbarda lead through the countryside on a small road with stone walls on both sides. Lumbarda is beautiful with its bays and waterfront. I checked into my accommodation, showered, then searched for the last stamp at the Church of St. Roch under the sundial, and had dinner at a local restaurant (konoba), now enjoying a glass of wine :-).

Tomorrow will be interesting, as I have to walk around 40 kilometres, and I left one of my adapters in Račišće, so I cannot charge my power bank. Hopefully, it will be enough for tomorrow and the day after.

Yesss, my shoulders are feeling the weight of my bag too - not to mention the smell of my shoes, if we talk about scents :-).

18/05/2026

Blato welcomes its visitors in the beginning of summer with a wonderful honey-like fragrance and a beautiful view of linden trees blossoming along the main road.

In Croatian, June is called Lipanj, named after the linden tree (lipa) that blossoms during this time, filling the air with its distinctive, sweet scent.

If you love linden tea, now is the perfect time to gather the flowers - pick them just before they fully open for the best aroma and benefits. If you’re lucky enough to have a linden tree near your home, even better. If not, travel to Korčula in June and enjoy the magical scent.

Dry the blossoms in a shaded spot and enjoy soothing linden tea all year.

17/05/2026

There are times when you find a path that is not on the map, and other times you cannot find the path where the map says it should be.

On my way back to Prigradica from Blato - as I decided to give myself another chance to collect its stamp - I discovered an old route. It was not marked on the map, but I thought: what could happen? So I tried it.

The description says that this was the main route between Blato and Prigradica until 1912. The bay of Prigradica was not only a beach for local people, but also the export port for oil and wine.
So the “Stari put za Prigradicu” was used for centuries to transport olive oil and wine to the port of Prigradica, and even the sarcophagus of St. Vincenca was carried along this route in 1795. Like many old Dalmatian stone paths, it was probably formed gradually through centuries of local use, evolving from shepherd and trade paths.

When I imagine that goods were carried along this route day after day, I realize how much easier life is today.

In Prigradica, the morning was quiet and nobody was at the bay. I found the stamp easily at the pier and continued on my way. By 8:45, Prigradica’s stamp had been collected. Tick.

The route ahead was almost perfect, and the weather was ideal too: Mediterranean pines, fig trees, wildflowers, birds chirping, the sound of sea waves, and butterflies dancing everywhere.

But if life is easy-peasy, what does one do? Make it more challenging.

At a hairpin bend, I decided to follow my map and took a hidden little trail that seemed to shorten the wide asphalt road. As the digital map showed the same small route, it did not feel too risky. For a while it was quite walkable, but eventually I got trapped in the forest: bushes, prickly branches, and steep rock walls all around me. The map kept showing the main road frustratingly close, like a honey trap. I struggled for a while and somehow managed to get back onto the main road just after deciding there was no other option than turning back.

Eventually I returned to the comfortable - though sometimes rather steep - wide road. Afterwards, I became busy trying to catch butterflies with my phone camera. I must have looked like a butterfly hunter without a net. On top of that, I even spotted a small mongoose.

I had plenty of time, so I took many breaks and simply enjoyed the views and the sunshine. This route would also be perfect for cycling, although it is still quite challenging.

I arrived in Rašćiće, a charming little village. My apartment faces the sea, and unlike in Prigradica - where the restaurants are still closed; I had already checked that yesterday in the messy garage as a possible rescue option - here I could choose between two small restaurants.

I chose Konoba Vala (wave) and had grilled fish with potatoes and mangold. After the meal, I collected the stamp, asking the children who were playing around the church where the stamp box was located.

This day truly compensated me for yesterday’s events.

So far I have already collected 7 stamps. Tomorrow will be busy, as I have to collect 6 more, although the route itself won't be very long.