For the 2013 season we’ve added a raft of new activities and excursions for guests staying with us in Dubrovnik and Hvar, ranging from laid-back (wine tasting) to lean-forward (jet ski). Get to know Dubrovnik With private guide or group versions available, a Dubrovnik walking tour is really the best way to learn about the… Continue Reading
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New Accommodation Options in the Adriatic for 2013
For 2013 we’ve added a number of new accommodation options in the Adriatic region and specifically Croatia and Slovenia. You might think that the city of Dubrovnik hibernates during winter, but for our destination manager Marija, that’s very much not the case! She’s been hard at work refreshing the accommodation options we offer throughout the… Continue Reading
Dubrovnik in the spotlight
…as King’s Landing in Game of Thrones A visit to Dubrovnik could very easily have you treading in the footsteps of the Lannisters and Baratheons, the protagonists in HBO’s epic drama series Game of Thrones. For the first season of Game of Thrones, many of the exterior scenes set in King’s Landing were shot on… Continue Reading
Croatia Tour Highlights – Professionals in the City
Last month we arranged a 7 night tour of Croatia for a group of 12 members of the networking organisation, Professionals in the City, pictured right, with our Croatia representative and destination expert, Marija in the centre. On their tour they visited the Adriatic coastal hotspots of Dubrovnik, Hvar and Split. We arranged all their accommodation,… Continue Reading
Mobile Internet access for Smartphones in Croatia
Our guide to getting your iPhone or Android smartphone online in Croatia The UN this year deemed Internet access a human right and who are we to argue? Add in the pressure of employers and clients who need to contact you even when you’re on vacation, making sure you’re as connected as you’re used to… Continue Reading
Panoramic Rovinj
Undoubtedly the best views of Rovinj are to be had from the top of the bell tower of the church of St Euphemia, situated right atop the hilly old town. Shot just as the sun was going down, we hope these panoramas give you an idea of just how picturesque this place is. Click on… Continue Reading
A Visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes (Plitvička Jezera) is Croatia’s oldest and largest National Park and covers an area of 114 square miles. Fortunately you don’t have to walk all of it to see the highlights! One day or two? Entrance tickets are either one day (80Kn/$14) or two (130Kn/$21), so the second day is heavily discounted but very… Continue Reading
Dubrovnik Summer Festival, July 10 to August 25
Croatia’s oldest cultural festival, in its 63rd year, takes place in Dubrovnik for 46 days spanning July and August. If you’re going to be on vacation in Dubrovnik during that time then don’t miss one of the ballet, classical and folk music or opera performances at venues in and around the Old Town. Of all… Continue Reading
Vacationing in Europe in 2012 much better value than last year
The financial woes suffered by the Eurozone countries have caused it to slide against the dollar by over 13% compared to this time last year. This means your dollars go a fair bit further now than they would in 2011, just take a look at this chart from Yahoo Finance: Whilst several of the countries… Continue Reading
Anthony Bourdain Eats Croatia
Foodie legend Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations show is always a treat but this episode from last month was a special one for us, focussing on the Croatian coast and Rovinj in particular. We dare you to watch this and not lick your lips! Shortly followed by getting in touch to book your vacation in Croatia.… Continue Reading