August 19, 2009 - 12:04 BST hellomagazine.com Speeding through the waves, the wind in her hair and a broad smile on her face, Beyonce was having the time of her life during an adrenalin-packed afternoon in Croatia GALLERY This is the life: the singer and a friend hold on tight during an afternoon of adrenalin-packed water activities Photo: © Rex Click here to see more fun-filled images of celebs getting active on their holidays. Speeding through the waves, the wind in her hair and a broad smile on her face, Beyonce Knowles was having the time of her life during an adrenalin-packed afternoon in Croatia. The Bootylicious diva, was in Dubrovnik, enjoying a 'banana' boat cruise – in which you ride an inflatable life raft pulled along by a motor boat Looking a world away from her glamorous stage persona, the singer hung on for dear life as the mischievous pilot attempted to tip her into the water. With the high-octane fun over, Beyonce retired to Va Bene, the yacht she's renting with husband Jay-Z, for some sunbathing, showing off her enviable curves in a burnt orange bikini. The pop beauty promised herself a holiday on the Adriatic coast after performing in Zagreb last year and hearing of the area's beauty. After touching down in a private jet at the weekend, the superstar couple have been spending their days wandering the streets incognito. They're also planning to visit the picturesque islands of Mljet, Hvar and Kornati.