The Dominican Monastery & Museum is another architectural highlight in a transitional Gothic-Renaissance style with a rich trove of paintings. Built at the same time as the city walls in the 14th century, the stark exterior resembles a fortress more than a religious complex. The interior contains a graceful 15th-century cloister constructed by local artisans [...]
Across the square from the Rector’s Palace is the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin . The church was built on the site of a 7th-century basilica that was enlarged in the 12th century, supposedly as the result of a gift from England’s King Richard I, the Lionheart, who was saved from a shipwreck [...]
Just as the streets of Dubrovnik were not built to be seen by carriage, but by foot, it is certain that the best views of the Dubrovnik region are from the sea.
Aboard the historical Galleon is certainly the best way to make the most of such scenery. During your cruise you will see the three [...]
In the charming village of Orasac take part in the production of olive oil in the old fashioned way, where the mill is driven by a horse. This trip through time will certainly delight you. Here you will also have the opportunity to taste some home made cheese, smoked ham and wine. All this in [...]
Marco Polo belongs to the heritage of the whole world! Other explorers before him have changed the world’s idea of geography, however, Marco Polo changed its history… and Korcula is his hometown!
The island of Korcula undoubtedly holds a very privileged position among the Croatian islands. Here on this island you can find more legends, tales [...]
This is a city of poetry, stone and narrow streets, the city where the traveler from the north feels the first breeze of the Mediterranean air, imbued with the scents of citrus and sea whereas the traveler from the south reaches the first glimpses of the continent beyond.
The town is exceptional for its dwellings and [...]
Montenegro is one of the last undiscovered secrets, the country whose vast natural and spiritual assets refuse to fit into any commercial pattern. Exotic landscapes are not always distant and unapproachable. Only one hour car drive from Dubrovnik, Montenegro offers an unforgettable experience, exceptional natural beauty in combination with a rich history and culture. This [...]
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 [...]
The part of the Adriatic Sea belonging to the Republic of Croatia ranges from Prevlaka in the south to cape Savudrija in the west, embracing all islands, islets and cliffs along the coast, including the archipelago of Palagruza. No other areas in Europe possesses such unique opportunities for cruising, whether with motor boats, speedboats or [...]
If you can, try to avoid traveling on one of notorious weekends during the summer. Traffic jams are the worst on weekend around July 15th, August 1st and August 15th. In fact, new motorways have enabled Croatians to reach the sea in 3-4 hours so many locals are taking short weekend breaks on Friday afternoon [...]