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What to see in Dubrovnik?

Katarzyna — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:28:19 +0000

Visiting historical part of town is a must! After passing the city walls and going under the gate into the Stradun- the very heart of Dubrovnik, go around The Onofrijs Fountain, then go ahead, towards the Franciscans’ Monastery and church. Continue your walk along the 300- meters’ long main street at the end of which you will see column of Onofrij, the palace of Sponza and the court of Dukes. Except numerous churches and museums, do not miss one of the best places in the wordl for walkings, that is the city walls from where you can admire breathtaking view on the sea, about islands and the city itself.

Dubrovnik is a city with reach and various cultural offer, where tourists can choose from numerous cultural events, for example: exchibitions, concerts, theatral shows, festivals. Worth mentioning is „Dubrovačke ljetne igre”, which is festival of croatian and dalmatinian tradition, known in all country.

Biker’s Cafe

Katarzyna — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:53:32 +0000

Bikers’ Cafe is the first cafe for bike lovers in Dubrovnik. It is located at Ploče, the part of Dubrovnik just above the Old Town. From Bikers’ Cafe one can enjoy an unforgettable view of the Old Town and the Island of Lokrum
Bikers’ Cafe is the favorite place of Libertas Riders, the club of Dubrovik bike riders, who supported its opening.
If you are visiting Dubrovnik do not miss to visit the Bikers’ Cafe. Come and enjoy our cold beer, good rock’n roll, good company, and a wonderful view of the Old Town.

Diving in Dubrovnik

Katarzyna — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:03:30 +0000

The part of the Adriatic See belonging to Croatia is regarded as one of the top diving areas in the world, attracting numerous underwater enthusiasts every year. Famous French oceanographer and adventurer Jacques-Yves Cousteau once sad that the underwater world around Dubrovnik was one of the most beautiful underwater worlds he had ever seen in all the years of his expeditions.

In case of a diving accident call the Association for rescue and search at sea.
9155 DAN VHF channel 16, 10, 7.

Not all areas are free for divers, certain areas are controlled or are off-limit zones. Upon arrival, each diver must purchase a diving license, and it is a good idea to obtain one prior to arriving. Acquisition of licenses depends mostly on the tour organizer, but in most cases, the whole diving trip will flow more smoothly if the licenses are obtained before. Licenses are issued by the Croatian divers association and can be purchased through diving clubs and centers, as well as through authorized tourist agencies along the entire Adriatic coast.

Off-limits diving zones include national parks (Brijuni and Krka), parts of the inner waters which include harbors, entrances to harbors, anchorages, areas of dense traffic, nature reserves (the Ston bay, the Lim channel, Nature park Telašica) and the sea area within a radius of 100 meters around anchored warships and guarded military objects. The Ministry of culture, through the local museums, issues the licenses to dive in these areas.
Additional information can be obtained at this number: +385 (01) 6116 848, Fax: (01) 6116 849

Controlled diving zones
Some areas near Dubrovnik have been identified as controlled diving zones, including parts the national park of Mljet. The second national park classified as a controlled diving zone is the national park of Kornati. The respective national park management is responsible for issuing the proper licenses to divers interested in diving in these areas.
With the previous consent of the local offices of the Ministry of Culture, one can dive in the following areas: the islands of Vis, Biševo, Svetac, Brusnik, Sušac, Kopište, Lastovo, Donji Škoji, Vrhovnjaci, Palagruža, and the sea belt of 300 m around the islands of Mljet and Jabuka, the area in the radius of 300 m around the sunken boats Szent Istvan, Premuda, Coriolanus Novigrad, BaronGautsch, Saint Ivan, S-57 on Pelješac, and on the findings near Žirje and Cavtat.

Underwater recording, photographing and researching archeological locations can be made only with special permission of the Ministry of Culture. In the Republic of Croatia the Ministry of Education and Sports has registered the following diving schools and certificates: BSAC, CMAS, IANTD NAUI, PADI, and SSI.

ARCA- antique shop

Katarzyna — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:59:59 +0000

Our antique shop is located at the foot of baroque staircase leading up to Jesuit Church, next to the restaurant Arka. It offers fine choices of antique dishes, vases, glasses, tablecloths, as well as antique jewelry from Dubrovnik and Dubrovnik’s area.

Paintings of Dubrovnik’s and other Croatian painters are also available at the Antique shop. If you are a collector or just in search for memorable gifts, our antique shop will try to satisfy the most demanding customers with our rich offer.

The hat factory- RONCHI

Katarzyna — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:58:22 +0000

The RONCHI hat factory was established in 1858 by Euphilius Ronchi who came to Dubrovnik, Croatia from Milan, Italy. RONCHI has been in business ever since and has survived three wars and five different governments.

Today’s heirness, owner and designer Marina Grabovac Ronchi still uses the same old technology of handicraft while making the unique and extravagant hats.
While in Dubrovnik, don’t miss the opportunity to visit our store. Our rich choice of hats will make the perfect gift or souvenir to take back home to give to your dear ones, or just to remind you of Dubrovnik.

Latino Club Fuego

Katarzyna — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:56:36 +0000

Latino Club Fuego first opened its doors in Jun 2001. In a short period of time it become the most popular club in Dubrovnik. Interesting, carefully designed interior, excellent music, reasonable prices, and pleasant staff make a Latino Club Fuego’s visitors become its permanent satisfied guests.

Latino Club Fuego is located at Street Brsalje 11, near Pile Gate, the west entrance to the Old Town. Few meters away from the Latino Club Fuego there is the parking lot, while the bus station is just in front of the club.
Latino Club Fuego works every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 p.m. until 04:00 a.m. offering its guest different program each night. Special parties in Latino Club Fuego are organized for New Year’s, St. Vlaho Day, Carnival, Summer Festival Opening Night, Halloween, and other special occasions

Zagreb Events&Festivals

paulina — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:52:18 +0000

Zagreb is home to a host a numerous unique events which one might not expect to find in the area. Many of these cater to specialty interests but can be enjoyed by people who are new to these specialties as well. For example, as anime becomes an increasingly popular art form across the world, fans eyes are turning to Zagreb which hosts the World Festival of Animated Films known as Animafest also the Music Bienniale which celebrates the art form, you can look at the traditional festivals, the most well-known is the celebration which takes place on November 16th of each year. This is the Day of the City of Zagreb which is recognized by locals and travelers alike through a number of related activities. You will loved it!

Rafting

paulina — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:55:34 +0000

If you want to feel wired all the time, this idea would be great for you. You adore this, moreover you will be pumped! We talking about rafting: “Rafting is a sport in which crew in the boats overcome on the specific known path, the river current. In our case, the river current of Cetina, 9 km length. Just the drifting lasts 3-4 hours. Every boat has its own guide who is responsable for the crew and manages the boat. All guides that manage our raft trips are the members of the rafting club ”Cetina” from Omis (champions of Croatia)”. Grab your staff and take a risk an exciting risk!

Climbing in Croatia

paulina — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:45:12 +0000

Besides of scuba-diving you can also try climbing. But you should know that the peaks in Croatia are not higher than 2,000 meters, they are among the most beautiful in the world. The most of Croatian mountains belong to the Dinaric Mountain Range. The Dinaric Mountains are characteristic of the rocky relief, while the inland mountains (in the past they were the islands of the Pannonian Sea ) are somewhat lower, more wooded, older in origin and generally more accessible.

People most often climb the mountain Medvednica and the mountain range of Samobor. Because Croatian mountains are easy to climb and have a large number of attractive destinations, the number of opportunities and combinations is unlimited.

So now examples which show where you should go/what you have to see :

Dinara - 1831 m
Kamesnica - 1809 m
Biokovo - 1762 m (Sv. Jure)
Velebit - 1758 m (Vaganski Vrh)

Lička Plješevica - 1657 m (Ozeblin)
Velika Kapela - 1534 m (Bjelolasica)
Risnjak in Gorski kotar - 1528 m
Svilaja, Dalmatia - 1508 m
Snježnik, Gorski kotar - 1505 m
Učka - 1401 m (Vojak)

Pannonic - Peripannonic regions:

Žumberačka Gora - 1178 m (Sveta Gora)
Ivančica - 1060 m
Medvednica - 1033 m (Sljeme)
Psunj - 985 m (Brezovo Polje)
Papuk - 954 m
Samoborsko Gorje - 879 m (Japetic)
Krndija - 792 m (Kapavac)

Islands:

Brač - 778 m (Vidova Gora)
Cres - 650 m (Gorica)
Hvar - 626 m (St. Nikola)
Lošinj - 588 m (Osorščica)
Vis - 587 m (Hum)
Krk - 569 m (Obzova)
Korčula - 568 m (Klupca)
Mljet - 514 m (Velji Grad)
Lastovo - 417 m (Hum)
Rab - 403 m (Kamenjak)

The City Brass band

Justyna — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:00:46 +0000

A special reason to be in Dubrovnik on festive occasion is to watch the City Brass band which has an impressive history and has been active for over one hundred and sixty years. The festive days in the city are made even more so by the sounds of trumpets, trombones, bombardina, clarinets, tambourines, and the attraction of uniforms - the official dress of band players in the uniform of the colors of Dubrovnik - red and blue. Dubrovnik can also invite you to participate in the ordinary night life entertainment, when people gather in the Old Town, at Stradun, sipping on a drink, talking a walk or observing the old harbor in nightlight. The Old Town has become the meeting point for everyone who likes to watch and being watched, pubs, cafes, bars are all a significant part of the swirling night life in Dubrovnik.