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Rab Island - Island of Rab - Otok Rab - Insel Rab

Rab Island is probably one of the most popular year-round with tourists of all kinds because there seems to be something there to do for everyone. There is history, great accommodation, trendy restaurants, water sports, and people of all ages, including groups of younger crowds who come here to relax, enjoy and have a good time. It has a population of about 10,000 people, so that makes a difference if you are looking for a vacation that is filled lots of activity and lively fun. Make no mistake, if a good vacation is what you are after, Rab Island is the place to go.

Let’s start with the water activities. The island, which is warm all year round, has numerous coves, beaches of sand, pebbles and rock, luxuriant vegetation, plentiful fauna and a colorful snorkeling world. There are also surrounding islets and small rocky islands. Because of this; everyone goes out to swim everyday when they are at Rab. This is the allurement of this island, because when everyone gets out into the sun and sea to play around in large groups they make new friends. This creates a dynamic that you can’t find on the other islands.

Then there is the historic center of town. Rich with historical buildings and monuments, it is a place to gather after going to the beach. There is shopping and about twenty or so restaurants featuring all kinds of Mediterranean cuisine. The best restaurants are Lopar, Banjol, Kampor, Barbat, Mundanije, and Palit. You can dine al fresco, sit inside, or simply eat in the square with dinner from one of the take-out establishments. Don’t forget the accommodations, they are situated right near the center of town and go from moderately to luxuriously priced.

However, what would the island of Rab be without the festivals? There are many events, including the Rab Arbalest Tournament and the Rab Medieval Festival. As the great spirit of the island expands, so do the tourists and families that have an incredible time on Rab Island.