Just off the coast of Hvar, the group of wooded, mostly uninhabited islets known as the Pakleni Otoci are among the prettiest on the Croatian Riviera. Towards the end of the day, take the scenic ride via a zodiac to this group – some little more than rocky outcrops – to Palmizana, home to Laganini, a lounge bar with direct beach access. Relaxation is the ethos at the lounge, whose name translates as leisurely, unhurried or easy going. As the sun sets over the cobalt waters of the Adriatic, sit back on some comfortable cushions, enjoy cocktails with a selection of fresh, seasonal small-plate fare and get ready for the darkening sky to fill with stars.
Ride the zodiac to a chilled-out lounge-bar on a nearby islet to watch the sun set and the stars come out.