Dubrovnik & Korcula
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After spending a week in Montenegro we drove north towards Croatia. Past Dubrovnik towards Orebic on the Peljesac peninsula directly on the Dalmatian coast. Orebić is located directly across a strait from the town of Korčula, located on the island of the same name. Ferries service the two towns frequently. It is a beautiful and quite quiet part of the coast. Not many tourists come here and mass tourism is far away. The beaches are rocky and the water of stunning bluish-green colour. We stayed in a small local B&B by the sea and did some day trips to the local area. From Orebic, we took a ferry to Korcula, Croatia's second most inhabited island. We spent a day swimming, eating, and walking around the picturesque town of Korcula. And we saw a beautiful sunset on the ferry on our way back. Absolutely well worth it... After a couple of days on the island, we drove back to Dubrovnik and enjoyed some days in this beautiful coastal city. Dubrovnik is known for its distinctive Old Town, encircled with massive stone walls completed in the 16th century. Buildings range from baroque churches to a Renaissance Palace and Gothic Palace which now a history museum. Paved with limestone, the pedestrianized Stradun is lined with shops and restaurants. Great beach life during the day, sightseeing from a cable car up the hill and a choice of excellent restaurants.
Croatia Island hopping
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From Dubrovnik, you can do a day trip and visit some of Croatia's many many islands. We booked our trip via (link: https://www.viator.com/tours/Dubrovnik/Dubrovnik-Island-Hopping-Cruise-in-the-Elaphites-Including-Lunch/d904-55623ISLANDS text: Viator-tour) and the local Operator was Supertours. The tour took us to the beautiful three islands of the south coast of Croatia called Elaphite Islands. The three islands are Koločep, Lopud, and Sipan, each of them special for their uniqueness. You have the possibility to swim in the Adriatic Sea, lay on the sandy beach on the island of Lopud (Sunj beach), walk through lush vegetation and escape from the city rush. Pick up and drop off at the hotel are included as well as drinks and lunch which are being served on board the boat. And in between, you are on the boat enjoying the views, the breeze, and the sea. A day trip to recommend, where you sit back, relax and enjoy! Fab!
Dubrovnik Cable Car
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Dubrovnik from above - The best views of Dubrovnik and the surrounding area are, without a doubt from the top of the Srd Hill. The Cable Car was built back in 1969 and on a clear day, you can apparently see up to 60 km far. From the old town, you take the cable car to the viewpoint high above the city for amazing views over Dubrovnik, the old and the new. There is also a restaurant and a museum on top of the hill. If you have time, take the cable car up the hill and walk down. Bring your walking shoes and enjoy the view for a bit longer.
Restaurant Tipp - Dubronik
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Taverna Otto Located at the port of Dubrovnik with a lovely inside and outdoor space. Very friendly staff, a beautiful n Sauvignon Blanc on the menu and very tasty fish and meat dishes as well a chocolate fondant and vanilla ice cream dessert to die for! Great spot!
Montenegro, first time around
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A hidden gem in the Mediterranean where mass tourism during the summer months has not arrived just yet (at least it hadn't in 2015 when we first visited). Beautiful scenery, clear blue waters, sunny weather, beaches, culture, and tasty restaurants. (link: http://www.visit-montenegro.com text: Montenegro) really came on my radar when the hotel company I work for opened a hotel there in 2014. The country is located south of Croatia, has approximately 625.000 inhabitants and its capital city is called Podgorica. Tourism is a very important source of income and it is rapidly growing due to the country's diversity and great offerings. We flew into Dubrovnik, rented a car, and drove south towards the town of Tivat, one of the towns in the Bay of Kotor. It takes approximately one hour to drive, also depending on the time spent crossing the border from Croatia to Montenegro. Once you arrive on the coast, you drive down the street until you get to a ferry crossing. Take it to get to the other side of the bay and you will then reach Tivat and the fabulous Regent Porto Montenegro hotel within ten minutes.
