INFORMATION

Southern Dalmatia

Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic", is recognised as being the most beautiful city on the Adriatic, whilst offshore lie wonderful islands such as Mljet with its monastery and lakes. Dubrovnik tends to dominate everyone's visits due to it's magnificent medieval walled city, but plenty abounds elsewhere in Southern Dalmatia. The main town on the island of Korcula, with it's marmalade-hued roofs and spires, is a smaller version of Dubrovnik, whilst a short drive south lies the wonderful arboretum and botanical gardens at Trsteno, and the peaceful resort of Slano. Close by in the north is Cavtat, which enjoys a beautiful, palm tree fringed riveira type setting with a marvellous café culture around the stunning mountain flanked bay. Mljet is a jewel of an island with emerald lakes and a lush green National Park and, along with the Elaphite (deer) islands, can be visited by ferry from Dubrovnik.

Walled City of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, a World Heritage site, with the old walled city placed atop limestone cliffs, is bordered on three sides by the crystal clear azure waters of the Adriatic. The fortifications are perfectly preserved: a stroll along the dizzyingly high walls, overlooking the orange-hued rooftops of the city, are a must at sunset with the sun waving goodbye over the Adriatic. Inside the vehicle free walled city lies a magnificent city with ancient buildings and cobbled streets. There are many cafes and bars which are splendid hang-outs at night with its café-culture
al-fresco dining.

Climate

Dubrovnik enjoys a Mediterranean type climate with temperatures around 32°C / 86°F in August, while swimming in the sea can be enjoyed at a balmy 26°F / 79°F in summer.

To view the current climate in Dubrovnik, please click on the link below:

Dubrovnik Online

Currency

Official currency: kuna
Foreign currency to a total of 3,000 euros can be brought in to Croatia

Tipping is common practice - bills can / should be rounded up to the nearest 10 kunas, or leave an additional tip if service has been good.

Cuisine

A Mediterranean diet prevails in Dubrovnik, with delicious fish and shellfish dishes cooked in oil and simple herbs widely available. Seafood risotto, shrimps and octopus followed by fresh line fish are dishes often found on local menus.

While not cheap, because of the excellent vine climate, Croatian wine is a surprisingly good tipple as well.

Special Dates:

Three King's Day 6 January
Croatian National Day 25 June
Victory day / National Thanksgiving 5 August
Independence Day 8 October

Croatia is primarily a Catholic country and celebrates many religious dates

Dubrovnik Festival - the Libertas festival starts on the 10th July with the raising of the Libertas flag and the ceremonial handing over of the city's keys. The ceremony enjoys an evening firework display, while the closing ceremony on the 25th August also packs a punch with its display. Many street performers put on magical displays during the seven week event; entertaining dining is sure to be had in one of the many cafes on the cobbled streets of the walled city !

More information on the festival can be obtained from: www.dubrovnik-festival.hr

Postal Service

Croatia has a well run and efficient postal service

Activities

As well as the visitor trails of sight-seeing and market shopping, Dubrovnik enjoys all the benefits of a mountainous and coastal region. Activities with well organised centres and guides include:

• Diving
• Canoeing / Sea Kayaking
• Mountain hiking
• Mountain biking

Restaurants

There is a fabulous local restaurant specialising in rural Southern Dalmatian dishes nestling in one of the neighbouring hilltop villages. The friendly owners are very agreeable to collecting guests from Villa Sunrise and returning you safely home. Contact details are located in the villa.

The walled city has many splendid local and fish restaurants, whilst if a really special occasion is called for there are magnificent five-star hotels close-by the walled city.

Tourist Office

Cvijete Zuzoric 1/ll
Tel: 020 323887
www.tzdudrovnik.hr

Further Information

For further detailed information about Dubrovnik and the surrounding area and islands, please visit: www.dubrovnik-online.com

Extras

We have a local contact in Dubrovnik who can organise car hire or ferry trip tickets for guests, so please do feel free to ask for any services or local information like this.