“…As advantages of living on islands, islanders recognise ecological values (preserved nature, climate, peaceful and relaxed way of life) (Babić and Lajić, 2002;Bezinović and Petak, 2002;Babić et al, 2004;Podgorelec, 2008;Podgorelec and Klempić, 2013;Barada, 2014;Barada and Vakanjac, 2014;Podrogrelec et al, 2015;Nakićen and Čuka, 2016) and social values of island life (closeness of personal relationships, community togetherness, sense of security) (Podgorelec, 2008;Podgorelec and Klempić, 2013;Podgorelec et al, 2015). The main disadvantages pointed out by the respondents were lack of services (social, cultural, and health services) (Nakićen and Čuka, 2016), insufficient transport connections, and lack of education and job opportunities for youth (Babić and Lajić, 2002;Babić et al, 2004;Barada, 2014).…”