The safest dock for larger ships is located south of the cove called "Drljanda", where the depth reaches 27–38 meters.

Smaller ships and yachts drawing up to 3.5 meters are docked along the external part of the jointed pier in front of the village.

Since the ferry harbor was relocated to Žigljen (except in some extraordinary weather conditions), Stara Novalja has become a quiet place that offers accommodation facilities in private homes, as well as lodging and boarding services.

The major event is the feast day of Saints Peter and Paul on 29 June.

Springs are lush and green, summers are dry and warm, falls pleasant and winters mild with the cold northeast bora winds sometimes blowing.