

Scenic creeks & beaches, crystal clear water, unspoilt natural beauty… these are a few things that the beautiful island of Hvar has to offer. His professionalism, dedication and strong interpersonal skills did us not hesitate to hire him as our General Manager. And when we opened our beach bar “Wilson’s” in July that same year, Goran brought that whole concept rapidly to the next level. His spontaneity, kindness, great sense for humor and eye for detail, made all the difference for our guests. At a fast pace, Goran developed the same passion for our project and was providing an incredible customer service to all our guests.
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He had a huge, positive impact on the project with his communication and interpersonal skills and his professional approach. I first met Goran in May 2018 for a try out but it quickly became clear that Goran would become an important part of our project. A nice Croatian fellah who lived since his early twenties in Canada, applied to join our team. My primary aim is to improve the project every single year and offer our guests to best experience possible with the focus on environmental sustainability and a low footprint. So it was clear… I quit my job, sold my house and my car to finish our parents’ lifelong dream after 30 years! I created Cast Away with a clear concept in mind to share our beautiful seaside paradise with likeminded travellers to reconnect with nature, enjoy simple things in life and rediscover the beauty of true human contact & new friendships.

Unfortunately our mom passed away right after the start of the construction. When I came home, I felt that I just couldn’t fit in society anymore, so I wondered… Could there be anything more perfect than to host travellers and share my passion for adventure in one of the most beautiful and secluded places on this planet? I guess it was karma that our parents bought their own little piece of paradise back in the 70’s to start their very own. Such extreme experiences but all wonderful in their own way. I remember staying with a very well off fellow in an ocean view condo in Hawaii one day and with a poor and humble family and all their relatives in a tiny little home in a dusty community in Fiji the very next day. That was the most amazing year of my life and it changed me forever! I got lost in a jungle, wandered for hours in deserts, met all kinds of amazing people from all around the world and realized how beautiful people can be. So in 2013, I took a gap year and jumped into an amazing adventure around the world. All in the same Robinson spirit… Looking forward to welcome you in our private rooms from the Spring of 2022 ! Experience the real Croatia, unwind & reconnect with nature! The future is bright and we are in the process of adding 7 brand new, private double rooms, each with an ensuite bathroom and a seaview balcony. The place is truly a hidden gem! Surrounded by nature & extraordinary sea views, we are blessed to be able to call this place home! Indulge yourself with tranquility in our little piece of paradise! Explore the pittoresk village nearby and meet its authentic inhabitants. Enjoy a million stars in one of the many hammocks or lounges and let the gentle sound of the waves lull you to sleep. Each beach hut comes with exquisite sea views, the ideal place to relax and recharge, a world away from the touristic hustle.

Cast Away is an off-the-grid “back to basics” eco campsite categorized as “Robinson Accommodation,” offering 10 spacious beach huts in the middle of nature a stone’s throw away from 2 beautiful beaches. Beach huts, hammocks, a millions stars, the sea… This is for everyone who ever felt there must be more to life. This is where the road ends with life pure & undisturbed.
