Each island we have visited has had a unique character. Vis is a small island with a complex history and the main town was different to others we have visited so far. We had an obligatory swim, moored off Korčula, while waiting for docking permission later in the afternoon. The town has been the first with no protective fort or walls; it stretches along the waterfront providing a lot of berthing space for the yachts and cruisers. We joined a fascinating tour of the island that had a military focus – WWII and the Homeland War.
Our guide took us into tunnels, shared stories and images of the Yugoslavian era defensive practises and bounced us around in the back of his Landrover. The remains of artillery bunkers, harbour tunnels, gunnery platforms, observation posts and an airfield are dotted around the island. They are surrounded by olive groves, grape vines, carob trees and figs. We explored these remnants of the Cold War then had a quick stop at the pretty village of Komiža to enjoy their harbourside promenade, cafes, churches and cats.
Once back in Viz, it was time to explore the town, being allowed to fend for ourselves alone. We found a seaside bistro looking back along the foreshore and watched the night fall over the harbour, enjoying a locally produced Vugava white wine with a shared, simple pizza. Food has been a big part of the cruise, with a multi-choice breakfast and three-course lunch every day and several wine tasting dinners. A small meal was a welcome break.
A quirky aside: Viz was used as the 'Greek' island location for some of Mamma Mia 2.
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