Split's ancient core is so spectacular and unusual that a visit is more than worth your time. The heart of the city lies within the walls of Roman emperor Diocletian's retirement palace, which was built in the 3rd century AD. Diocletian, born in the nearby Roman settlement of Salona in AD 245, achieved a brilliant career as a soldier and became emperor at the age of 40. In 295 he ordered this vast palace to be built in his native Dalmatia, and when it was completed he stepped down from the throne and retired to his beloved homeland. Upon his death, he was laid to rest in an octagonal mausoleum, around which Split's magnificent cathedral was built.In 615, when Salona was sacked by barbarian tribes, those fortunate enough to escape found refuge within the stout palace walls and divided up the vast imperial apartments into more modest living quarters. Thus, the palace developed into an urban center, and by the 11th century the settlement had expanded beyond the ancient walls.Under the rule of Venice (1420–1797), Split—as a gateway to the Balkan interior—became one of the Adriatic's main trading ports, and the city's splendid Renaissance palaces bear witness to the affluence of those times. When the Habsburgs took control during the 19th century, an overland connection to Central Europe was established by the construction of the Split–Zagreb–Vienna railway line.After World War II, the Tito years saw a period of rapid urban expansion: industrialization accelerated and the suburbs extended to accommodate high-rise apartment blocks. Today the historic center of Split is included on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.
MS Mendula
Itinerary
Experience the romance and glamour of a unique holiday at sea aboard our twin-masted luxury yacht, the MS Mendula. With just 30 guests on board, feel like a VIP as you anchor up in the most picturesque little ports along the dazzling Dalmatian coast and s
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Category B Cabins
Cabins 9, 10, 13 and 14: These cabins measure approximately 13.5 square metres (145 square feet) and are located on the lower deck with fixed double bed and two porthole fixed windows.
Cabins 11, 12, 15 and 16: These cabins measure approximately 14 square metres (151 square feet) and are located on the lower deck with fixed double bed, a single bed and two porthole fixed windows. Four of the cabins also have an additional bed.Features
- Individual climate control
- Two porthole windows
- Fixed double bed
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels, beach towels and hairdryer
- EU plug sockets
- Safe
Category B Cabins
Category B Cabins
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Category A Cabins
Cabins 5 - 8: These cabins measure approximately 10 square metres (108 square feet) and are located on the main deck with fixed twin beds (cabins 5 & 6) or fixed double bed (cabins 7 & 8) and one opening window plus one porthole window in the bathroom.
Features
- Individual climate control
- One porthole window plus one opening window
- Fixed twin beds or double bed
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels, beach towels and hairdryer
- EU plug sockets
- Safe
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Category A Cabins
Category A Cabins
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Category A+ Cabins
Cabins 1 - 3: These cabins measure approximately 11 square metres (118 square feet) and are located on the upper deck with fixed twin beds and one opening window plus one porthole window in the bathroom.
Features
- Individual climate control
- One porthole window plus one opening window
- Fixed twin beds
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels, beach towels and hairdryer
- EU plug sockets
- Safe
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Category A+ Cabins
Category A+ Cabins
Restaurants
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Restaurant
Located on the Main Deck
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Deckplans
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Upper Deck
- Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Tables & Chairs
- Category A+ Cabins
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Main Deck
- Category A Cabins
- Dining Room
- Bar
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Lower Deck
- Category B Cabins
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