Yacht Charter Dubrovnik – The Pearl of the Adriatic
Probably the most iconic thing about this old coastal town in
yacht charter Croatia is the tall harbor walls that rise up high above the waves of the Adriatic Sea to create a virtual fortress against the storms.
In ancient times it was known as Ragusa, a city founded in the 7th century in the same place it stands today, at the southern tip of the Dalmatian Coast, established as an important maritime trade port. In time it evolved into an effervescent cultural center and, lately, it’s turned into one of Croatia’s main touristic resorts, a place where millions come for a restful vacation.
The best way to arrive in
yacht charter Dubrovnik is by plane, at the local airport which lays 20km from the city itself. It links with major European cities such as Frankfurt, Vienna, Amsterdam and Paris, as well as other important Croatian cities.
Travelling by land is a desirable alternative for those who can do so, because the road leading into town is an idyllic coastal highway which affords some spectacular views. The only disadvantage is that during the summer months it regularly gets crowded which means your trip could actually take longer than you anticipated and also be a little more frustrating.
By water, there are plenty ferried connecting with
yacht charter Dubrovnik from destinations such as Rijeka,
Split, Stari grad and Sobra. This way you avoid the traffic, but the trips could take as long as 20 hours.
The main attractions in town are the Sponza Palace, the Rector’s Palace, the St. Saviour Church and the Franciscan Monastery. Of course, the old harbor walls are an attraction in themselves, especially since they double as a 25m high promenade. The rest of the attractions are grouped in museums that in
yacht charter Dubrovnik cover anything from maritime culture to ethnography, so you could say that you’re going to get a little education on your trip. While there you’ll pick up on what some of the local artisans are doing like tablecloths and woven linens and napkins. These can also be purchased and will make for fine souvenirs.
An especially interesting shopping place is the Pharmacy at the Franciscan Monastery which sells medicine and ointments made from centuries-old recipes. If that doesn’t suit your tastes either, you could always purchase a bottle of one of the local wines.
The best place for a dinner is the Old Town where you’ll find many restaurants specializing in Dalmatian cuisine which is characterized by fresh ingredients, most from the sea and the neighboring hills. But be warned that prices here in
yacht charter Dubrovnik tend to be a little higher than in other Croatian resorts.
As the sun falls from the sky and the lights around the city dim, you’ll notice that the population walking the streets will change dramatically. You’ll see the younger generation on the prowl for a good time, gathering at the promenade Stradun or Lapad. For your information, the best clubs in
yacht charter Dubrovnik are those hidden on some narrow side street. In most cases all you need to do is follow the loud music or the locals.
The people in charge of the city have surely done their job right because most of Dubrovnik’s celebrations are held in the summer time which also coincides with the busiest time for tourists. The Summer Festival in August has a long tradition going back to 1949 and it features things such as street theater, concerts and open-air performances in city plazas. In May, there is a Film Festival being held, the Le Petit Festival du Theater in August, the Carnival in February and the local regatta which takes place at the beginning of every November.