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Croatia Time

Dubrovnik

Clearly, Dubrovnik is the brightest gem of the southern Dalmatian coast and despite coming under attack in the Balkan wars of the early 1990s it is as delightful and full of historic treasures and atmosphere as it always was; described by George Bernard Shaw as "Heaven on Earth".

Dubrovnik in the Middle Ages was a powerful city state rivalling Venice; however, the earthquake of 1667 devastated the city and it never regained its former commercial glory. Dubrovnik passed through the hands of Napoleon and the Austrian Empire before becoming part of the Yugoslav state until this association dramatically ended in 1991 when it was shelled by Milosovic's Yugoslav National Army.

One of the pleasures of a visit to Dubrovnik must surely be the walk around the city ramparts looking down at the narrow streets, churches and cafes as well as across the sea. The main street (Stradun) is a wide thoroughfare paved with large smooth stones and during the day it is alive with shops and street-side cafes while as the evening sets in the whole area fills with families and couples enjoying their evening Korzo (a sort of stroll where everyone dresses up a bit and then casually meet their friends along the way). The atmosphere is enhanced during the summer-long cultural festival in the old city and at other times by regular performances of street music.

The old city of Dubrovnik has remained basically unchanged since the thirteenth century. Its medieval ramparts encircle the city which pedestrians can enter through one of two gates - either way, they cross a stone bridge under the watchful gaze of the city’s patron Saint, Blaise or Vlaho, to find themselves joining the evening promenade which you can either join or watch, a drink in hand, from one of the various cafes and restaurants along the way. From the Stradun, side streets scamper up the hill toward the ramparts or wind south toward the port. In either direction, the city is alive with open air markets, artisans’ shops and studios of artists, Baroque churches and Gothic-Renaisssance palaces, unexpected courtyards with fluted columns and splashing fountains, and covered loggias in which to sit and watch the world saunter by. In the summer, music fills the air as the internationally renowned Summer Festival reveals the magic of theatre, music and dance. In the fall and spring, the squeals of schoolchildren travel up and down the stone alleys and the younger generation discovers the unparalleled freedom of a city where no cars are allowed and the stone-faced houses and orange-tiled roofs have remained unchanged for centuries.       

Dubrovnik, in our opinion, provides an ideal holiday for the first-time visitor to Croatia or, indeed, for one who is returning for the first time since the last "golden age" of holidays along the, as it was then, Yugoslavian coast. With many scheduled flights to Dubrovnik and across Croatia it is also an excellent short break destination and as the starting or finishing point on an exciting fly-drive holiday. We highly recommend Dubrovnik's new and newly refurbished accommodation for a visit all year round.

Our chosen hotels:

There are three main sections to our recommended hotel programme. All hotels have been visited by us and then chosen carefully to provide a good variety, all of which are either new or recently refurbished to high standards.

1. Larger hotels in the peninsular areas of Lapad and Babin Kuk.

2. Traditional, family-run boutique-style hotels - mostly near Lapad beach.

3. Hotels in or near the Old Town of Dubrovnik.

Section 1.
Hotel Uvala (4*)	Hotel Splendid (3*)	Hotel Komodor (3*)
Hotel Uvala is a modern hotel with a distinctly Mediterranean feel. Excellent views over Sumratin bay.	One of our favourite properties in Dubrovnik. The Hotel is set in gardens with its own beach and beautiful sea views.	One of the oldest properties, provides modern quality, comfort and convenience combined with historic charm.
Hotel Dubrovnik President (4*)	Hotel Dubrovnik Palace (5*)	Hotel Lapad (4*)
Hotel Dubrovnik President is located at the tip of the Babin Kuk peninsula, directly on the seafront with its own private beach.	One of the city's top hotels; located at the tip of the Lapad peninsula and amongst a calming woodland.	One of Dubrovnik's original hotels and refurbished to a good quality, the Lapad is a popular choice - open all year.
Hotel More (5*)	Hotel Kompas (3*)	Hotel Ivka (3*)
The newly constructed Hotel More is a luxury hotel located on the Babin-Kuk peninsular overlooking the bay of Lapad.	Overlooking the crystal blue Adriatic Sea; Hotel Kompas is ideal for those who wish to relax fully and enjoy Dubrovnik	A modern 3 star hotel with superb facilities and excellent service this hotel is a perfect choice for anyone.
Section 2
Grand Hotel Park - Villas (4*)	Hotel Zagreb (3*)	Hotel Dubrovnik (3*)
Two reconstructed four-star villas located in the grounds of the hotel. Excellent quality rooms & great location.	A beautiful, recently renovated boutique-style hotel, located along a tree-lined pedestrianised street.	Hotel Dubrovnik is situated just a short walk from the beach and only 3 km from the historical city centre.
Hotel Berkeley	Hotel Aquarius (3*)	Hotel "R" (3*)
Dubrovnik's first Aparthotel, the Berkeley offers modern studio and one-bedroom apartments.	The Aquarius Dubrovnik offers luxurious accommodation set in beautiful gardens and just 350m from the nearest sandy beach.	Hotel R is a modern 3 star hotel centrally located between the Old town and Lapad peninsula.
Section 3
Hotel Excelsior (5*)	Hotel Stari Grad (3*)
The Excelsior is an excellent five star property offering international standards of service and luxury as well as an incredible location overlooking the harbour of the Old Town of Dubrovnik.	The Stari Grad is a beautifully converted, intimate property ideally suited to those wishing to be amongst the charm & atmosphere of Old Dubrovnik. It is located just inside the northern gate.

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