{"id":43089,"date":"2021-09-15T08:00:57","date_gmt":"2021-09-15T06:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=43089"},"modified":"2021-09-15T15:33:29","modified_gmt":"2021-09-15T13:33:29","slug":"deeper-travel-holidays-island-molat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/deeper-travel-holidays-island-molat\/","title":{"rendered":"Deeper travel: holidays on island Molat with the power to transform you"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Standing at the end of the pier, waiting for the catamaran to sail, you say farewell to Molat which left you with unique emotions and vivid memories. Immersed in your daily life and in the intense rhythms of the city\u2026.you take a look at your holiday photos \u2026 And you wonder how would it be like to stay on the island?<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43101\" class=\"thumbnail aligncenter\"><img class=\"size-large wp-image-43101\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-naslovna-e1631634769177-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-naslovna-e1631634769177-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-naslovna-e1631634769177-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by Nives Rogoznica<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Most travelers probably never heard of island Molat<\/h2>\n<p>With some people wanting to see the UNESCO heritage sites of Croatia, and others concentrating on the world-famous islands of <strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/eco-friendly-villas-island-hvar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hvar<\/a><\/strong>, Bra\u010d, and Kor\u010dula, a lot of the\u00a0Croatian islands get overlooked. Molat is one of those islands.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 {\n\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\twidth: 50%;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 img {\n\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-43089 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-medium'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"536\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia_dalmacija_molat_0005-536x357.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Molat island- non-touristy island in Croatia\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-43092\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia_dalmacija_molat_0005-536x357.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia_dalmacija_molat_0005-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia_dalmacija_molat_0005-344x229.jpg 344w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia_dalmacija_molat_0005.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 536px) 100vw, 536px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/dt>\n\t\t\t\t<dd class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-43092'>\n\t\t\t\tPhoto: croatia.hr\n\t\t\t\t<\/dd><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"536\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia.hr-molat-536x357.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Molat island- non-touristy island in Croatia\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-43093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia.hr-molat-536x357.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia.hr-molat-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia.hr-molat-344x229.jpg 344w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/croatia.hr-molat.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 536px) 100vw, 536px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/dt>\n\t\t\t\t<dd class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-43093'>\n\t\t\t\tPhoto: croatia.hr\n\t\t\t\t<\/dd><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<h2>Croatia\u2019s best kept secrets<\/h2>\n<p>Situated on the northern part of the Archipelago of Zadar, between the Sea of Vir and the open sea of the Adriatic, Molat is one of the incredibly photogenic small\u00a0Croatian islands. With a\u00a0total size of around 23 km2<strong>, <\/strong>it\u00a0is 9 km long and up to 3 km wide. <strong>Molat island hasn\u2019t been discovered by the mass visitors<\/strong> and has managed to keep its <strong>unspoiled charm<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43094\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43094 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat_town_Wiki-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Molat island- non-touristy island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat_town_Wiki-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat_town_Wiki-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by: Wikipedija<\/div><\/div>\n<p>I think this is a good thing. It means that it has retained its authenticity, and all those things that make a secret Croatian island authentic \u2013 open-hearted locals, amazing food, iconic beaches, clear blue waters, and peace and quiet.<\/p>\n<h2>Who is island Molat for?<\/h2>\n<h2><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-43099 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-5-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-5-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-5-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>If your ideal Croatian island is heavy on the party scene, stick to Pag and Hvar. If you perceive luxury only in the latest fashion items and cozy lifestyle, stick to Dubrovnik and Split.\u00a0<img class=\"alignnone wp-image-43109 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/molat-7-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/molat-7-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/molat-7-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Molat is ideal for <strong>conscious travelers<\/strong> who want to <strong>re-connect<\/strong> with themselves, with a <strong>deep respect for nature and the local community<\/strong> around them. This island is one of the last hidden gems, yet untouched by the large hotels and apartment resorts, therefore it should be <strong>enjoyed peacefully and respectfully.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43110\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43110 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/115-Molat-Zadar-foto-Stipe-Surac-thumb-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/115-Molat-Zadar-foto-Stipe-Surac-thumb-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/115-Molat-Zadar-foto-Stipe-Surac-thumb-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by Stipe-Surac<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Boasting a <strong>raw natural landscape<\/strong>, overgrown with maquis and pine forests, Molat is the best destination for private holidays, away from the hustle and the bustle. The calm atmosphere and slow pace of life make this island\u00a0a remote paradise. There are only\u00a0<strong>3 settlements on the island: Molat, Brgulje, and Zapuntel<\/strong> and all of them have ports.<\/p>\n<h2>Secluded beaches and abundance\u00a0of privacy<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_43098\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43098 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-4-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-4-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-4-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by: Nives Rogoznica<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Molat beaches are secluded and have the <strong>characteristic crystal clear turquoise waters.<\/strong> They keep their natural charm and can be reached on foot. That\u2019s why Molat is considered a great destination for those seeking <strong>hiking treks<\/strong> with a taste of Mediterranean vegetation and <strong>island hopping<\/strong>, thanks to its proximity to the Ist and Dugi Otok. Spend the day exploring the pretty coastline by kayak.\u00a0 The many bays are also a frequent destination for boaters and sailors.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embed-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/49AaqRgJ-hQ?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/ecobnb.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2>How to reach island Molat?<\/h2>\n<p>Island Molat is\u00a0<strong>connected to Zadar on the mainland<\/strong>\u00a0year-round with a catamaran and a car ferry route, both operate daily except for on a few public holidays. The\u00a0<strong>sailing time with a catamaran from Zadar to Molat is only 50 minutes. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Life on the island Molat has its own flow\u2026<\/h2>\n<h2><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-43100 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-6-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-6-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-6-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>Approximately <strong>35 islanders live on Molat all year round<\/strong>, while <strong>during the summer<\/strong> this number reaches up to <strong>1000 people<\/strong>. Islanders are patient, kind, and welcoming indulged in their everyday activities of tourism, fishing, and very little farming.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Island life is a simple life and you will have to be satisfied with the essentials<\/strong>. You can find a tavern, a pizzeria, and a greengrocer in the port. Up in the village, there is a market and bakery.<img class=\"alignnone wp-image-43102 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/molat-8-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/molat-8-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/molat-8-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At the bakery and you will have to <strong>book your pastry one day in advance<\/strong>, to avoid the disappointments of empty shelves.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43095\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43095 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Ida-536x715.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"536\" height=\"715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Ida-536x715.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Ida-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Ida-344x459.jpg 344w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Ida.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 536px) 100vw, 536px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by Linda \u0160u\u0161ter\u0161i\u0107<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Eco-friendly activities to transform your life<\/h2>\n<p>The first thing you will learn once you get to the island is to<strong> slow down and to be more present.<\/strong> If you are tired, over-stressed from work, or dealing with some kind of illness, an island retreat with <strong>technology detox time<\/strong> could be beneficial for you. You can also embark on a <strong>solo retreat<\/strong> if you need some quality time alone.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43103\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43103 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/IA-2-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/IA-2-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/IA-2-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo: Ivan Arbanas<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Lots of sleep, vibrant nature, sea, and fresh air will help you to <strong>ground, heal and balance your energy levels.<\/strong> You can take time for <strong>meditation and self-reflection<\/strong> at some of the most beautiful beaches, such as <strong>Jazi beach<\/strong> and scenic spots, or simply <strong>enjoy the moments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Walking or cycling<\/strong> on Molat island is one of the healthiest ways to get around, as vehicles there are very few. When the temperatures are pleasant, walking from one beach to the other and strolling in the village is very enjoyable.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43104\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43104 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/IA-3-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/IA-3-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/IA-3-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo: Ivan Arbanas<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Experience the island ritual of<strong> picking up fresh fish from fishermen<\/strong> and small talk with the locals.\u00a0 By enjoying traditional Mediterranean cuisine which is considered as healthy nutrition, you will<strong> get in shape and feel amazingly fit and healthy.<\/strong> You can also pick wild herbs and use them as natural remedies.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t\t\t#gallery-2 {\n\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-2 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\twidth: 50%;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-2 img {\n\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-2 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-2' class='gallery galleryid-43089 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-thumbnail'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"270\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/116-Molat-Zadar-foto-Stipe-Surac-thumb-270x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Molat island\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-2-43090\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/dt>\n\t\t\t\t<dd class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-2-43090'>\n\t\t\t\tPhoto by Stipe Surac on Zadar Tourism Board\n\t\t\t\t<\/dd><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"270\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/M2-270x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>Molat is an island of dark sky and bright stars. <strong>Stargazing nights<\/strong> with your friends and loved ones will help you to <strong>put more time and effort into quality relationships.<\/strong> \u00a0After some time you will start to feel a deeper connection with the island and the local community. <strong>Leave a positive impact and make a contribution in your own way.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Sustainable lifestyle opportunity for remote workers<\/h2>\n<p>Molat island can be a lonely place outside the summer season unless you get deeply into your art or meditation. \u00a0However, if you work remotely, or really need to <strong>finish that project, write that book<\/strong> that you have been procrastinating for so long, or need <strong>a place to focus on<\/strong>, Molat can be a great place to stay longer than just in summer.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_43105\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43105 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/johnson-wang-4flhKx1sUdE-unsplash-870x490.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"870\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/johnson-wang-4flhKx1sUdE-unsplash-870x490.jpg 870w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/johnson-wang-4flhKx1sUdE-unsplash-570x320.jpg 570w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo: Johnson Wang via Unsplash<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Here you can truly <strong>work without distractions, breathe, go on long daily walks, reflect, and count your blessings while so much of the world has been plunged into difficulties.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Lessons to be learned from the history<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_43106\" class=\"thumbnail alignnone\"><img class=\"wp-image-43106 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/ASSOCIATION-OF-WAR-DISABLED-CIVILIANS-IN-CROATIA-800x490.jpg\" alt=\"Island Molat: a little-known island in Croatia\" width=\"800\" height=\"490\" \/><div class=\"caption\">Photo by: Association of War Disabled Civilians in Croatia<\/div><\/div>\n<p>During the Second World War in 1942, the <strong>Molat concentration camps<\/strong> in the bay of Jazi were established by Italian fascists to imprison people they perceived as a political threat. The prisoners were mostly women, children, and elderly people &#8211; family and relatives of anti-fascists) from the surrounding islands.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t\t\t#gallery-3 {\n\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-3 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\twidth: 50%;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-3 img {\n\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-3 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-3' class='gallery galleryid-43089 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-medium'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"536\" height=\"402\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/M10-536x402.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Dark tourism Croatia - island Molat\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-3-43107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/M10-536x402.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/M10-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/M10-344x258.jpg 344w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/M10.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 536px) 100vw, 536px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/dt>\n\t\t\t\t<dd class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-3-43107'>\n\t\t\t\tPhoto by: Nives Rogoznica\n\t\t\t\t<\/dd><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img width=\"536\" height=\"402\" src=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-11-536x402.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-11-536x402.jpg 536w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-11-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-11-344x258.jpg 344w, https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/09\/Molat-11.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 536px) 100vw, 536px\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>Today, the remains of this dark history are still visible, even though the Jazi bay became very popular among the tourists due to its sandy beach. However, it\u2019s important to nurture deep respect towards the victims and <strong>learn a lesson, not to repeat the history.<\/strong> Especially in these challenging pandemic times, when people are becoming more and more polarized.<\/p>\n<h2>&#8220;Planting the seeds&#8221; for a\u00a0brighter future<\/h2>\n<p>There&#8217;s a famous quote\u00a0saying that &#8220;<em>A smart person learns from their mistakes. A wise person learns from others&#8217;\u00a0mistakes. &#8221;\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0Because nature on island Molat\u00a0remained preserved there is a great need to spread the word about sustainable tourism. 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