Irish playwright, George Bernard Shaw, said: “Those who seek paradise on Earth should come to Dubrovnik.” We completely agree.
Croatia was a dream come true. The coast line, the history, the people – simply amazing. It’s not a far stretch to say we would move there. So glad that our friend, Greg, was able to meet us there and experience with us. Here are our favorite things we did and recommend to anyone visiting.
Dubrovnik
Old Town is where we spent most of our time. Our favorite restaurants were Bota Sushi, Klarisa, and Komarda (this place offers traditional Croatian cuisine and is to die for). We had the most fun at the Gaffe Irish Pub – because any Irish pub always bring the party.
Revelin night club is a must do if you’re into to going out and doing a little drinking and dancing. It’s literally hidden in the walls of Old Town. It almost feels like you’re not supposed to be there, which adds an element to your night out that’s indescribable.
Take a boat ride from the dock. For a one hour tour, around the island with a guide, it’s only 75 Kuna (about $12 US).
The Dubrovnik Cable Car ride costs 140 Kuna and offers the most stunning views of the coast. The Utvrda Imperial fort is at the top, along with the Križ landmark which is huge stone cross. Do it for the gram.
You can walk the Old Town walls all the way around for 150 Kuna. It offers a different perspective and you can climb into some of the towers on the corners.
Banje Beach is just outside Old Town. It’s crystal clear water and great place for another IG photo op.
Old Town is super awesome for live music as well. There was someone playing each day. Not to mention the NYE fireworks display over the packed streets, which was incredible.
Zagreb and Split
We also spent a day in Zagreb and Split. We would love to go back to Split during the summer. It’s a gorgeous coast town that’s a hot spot for yacht week!
The observation deck in Zagreb gives you a 360 view of the whole town. It’s especially magical in the winter at Christmas time. There’s delicious charcuterie and beverages to enjoy with the view. If you’re there in the winter you can enjoy some outdoor ice skating in the middle of town. Don’t forget to walk around the underground halls and pathways. They are decorated incredibly at Christmas time too FYI.
Our short time in Split was spent walking around old town and eating. Pizzeria Bokamorra is on the water and is delicious. Terminal F has the best, outrageous milkshakes to go with their live music and outdoor fire pits.
Montenegro
Do yourself a final favor and take a day trip to Montenegro. Our guide drove us to Pesart, where we took a boat ride to Our Lady of the Rock, which is an island made out of ship wreckage because locals found a painting of Virgin Mary on a rock in the water there in the 14th century. Ships give gifts to the church on that island in return for protection while at sea. From there we went to Kotor and hiked up the old ruins. We ended the day trip with a delicious dinner at Budva Jardan on the beach and a walk around town. On the way back to Dubrovnik we took ferry across the bay at sunset. Truly underrated and undiscovered, but that won’t last long. Go before word gets out!
Croatia is on our top 5 list of places to visit. Take the trip and enjoy the ride!
Justin and Lindsay
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