Moro Beach Club

Moro Beach Club is a seasonal beach club on Stupe, a tiny island in the Korčula Archipelago, a short boat ride from the town of Korčula. It opened in the late 2010s and is known as a stylish, relaxed place for a day by the water, with sunbeds, a bar and a restaurant on a small stretch of shore. The setting is simple and scenic: clear Adriatic water, pine trees and rocks, and views across the channel to the neighbouring islets and the hills of the Pelješac peninsula.

The club is reached by boat. Water taxis run from Korčula and Orebić, and the trip across the channel takes only a few minutes, so the club feels like a small adventure rather than a long expedition. Visitors with their own boats can also anchor or moor near the club, which makes it a popular stop for sailors exploring the central Dalmatian islands. Because access is by water, the number of guests is naturally limited, which helps keep the atmosphere calm.

Its best-known feature is the sea swing, a swing hung over the water so that you can fly out above the sea and drop into it, which has made the club popular with photographers and anyone who likes a view with a bit of fun. The food is built around seafood and Mediterranean dishes, with fresh fish, salads, grilled dishes and cocktails, and the kitchen aims at a more polished style than a basic beach snack bar. Menus and prices change from season to season, so ask in advance, and expect prices that reflect the location and the boat access.

A visit works best as a half-day or full-day outing, with time to swim, lie in the sun, eat lunch and watch the light change on the water. Booking ahead is wise in July and August, when the club is busy. Bring sun protection, a hat and shoes for rocky ground, and check with the club about boat times and last return trip before you settle in for the evening.

Korčula Old Town, a short ride away, offers a good contrast, with its walled medieval streets and landmarks such as the Land Gate (Kopnena Vrata) and Revelin Tower, the Large Governor's Tower, the Kanavelić Tower, the West Gate, the Zakrjan Tower and the Marco Polo House. The beach club suits couples, groups of friends and sailors who want a stylish place to eat and swim among the islands.