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Rose of Dubrovnik
....Introducing Dubrovnik!
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Welcome to Dubrovnik! At Rose
of Dubrovnik, in addition to being the specialists in holiday
accommodation in Dubrovnik, we are also love to share our
knowledge and passion for our beautiful and naturally gifted city. At Rose
of Dubrovnik, we receive many enquiries from first-time visitors, and have
compiled this page just for the first-time visitor. You will find all
sorts of useful information and tips here, and at Rose of Dubrovnik, we
encourage you to relax and enjoy every part of your visit with us, including the planning stage. Dubrovnik holds so much beauty, legend,
history, and passion, you have chosen one of the most romantic
destinations in the world today, and having done so, the biggest
decision about this holiday has been made already, Dubrovnik itself will
do the rest! Enjoy the magic of Dubrovnik! Welcome to Rose of Dubrovnik!
Scroll down for a great introduction to one of the most exciting
destinations today!
Where to stay in Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik's Old Town is a pedestrian-only area, and mobility of visitors
is an important consideration when choosing accommodation. The city of
Dubrovnik, local population just less than 45000, is situated in the
narrow strip of shore between the sea and the steep slope of Mount Srd (
pron.: Serge),
which peaks above Dubrovnik at 412 meters. Visitors should prepare
themselves for the famous steps of Dubrovnik, and inclines, and it is the
very slopes that are the secret behind the many vantage points that afford
visitors so many magnificent panoramas of Dubrovnik and the surrounding
islands and sea. Mobility and level of fitness are an important
consideration when choosing accommodation in Dubrovnik.
We refer you first to our
Map of Dubrovnik
for an
overview of the layout of the city and surrounding districts, with
distances indicated. Anywhere in Dubrovnik is not far from the Old Town!
Your choice of where to stay will be governed by what type of holiday you
are wishing to enjoy. See below for some useful tips.
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The
Old Town ("Stari Grad"):
looking for the color and verve of the Old Town and
international crowds, then we suggest accommodation in the Old
Town itself. The Old Town is encircled within the famous and
imposing Fortress Walls, just 2 and a half kilometers
circumference, within which you can enjoy pedestrian-only access,
and a world on its own. Gundulic Square beside the famous Pucic
Palace is the setting for a daily Farmers Market, and in the
evening fills with restaurant tables for al fresco diners, and the
Summer outdoor performances of Romeo and Juliet.
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Ploce
( pron.: Ploch-eh ):
elegant and at a quick walking distance (though uphill on return
to accommodation), and with the most classic
of views. Easy reach to the East West Beach Club, and the trendy Sv.Jakov beach. Perched against the slope of Mt. Srd, Ploce
affords the most classic of views of Dubrovnik Old Town . The
neighborhoods can be surprisingly peaceful, despite the location ,
and walks along Frana Supila will always be dominated by the
breath-taking views of the fortress of Sv.Ivan(St.John), and the
Old Town Harbour. View above is the classic Ploce view.
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Pile(
pron.: Pill-eh):
perhaps
you still wish to be within a few minutes walk, but enjoy
more park and garden settings, and views of the northern
aspect and Lovriejnac Fortress, then Pile is the place to look.
View above is taken from fortress walls, looking over
Pile to the north.
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Lapad( pron.: La-pud):
just five to ten minutes by bus, or a half hour's walk
away is Lapad- one of Dubrovnik's favorite destinations
for our return guests, who enjoy the relaxed pace, the
huge range of beaches, the famous promenade, the
restaurants, and boutiques
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Gruz
( pron.: Gruzh):
while in Gruz, you find
yourself above the busy harbour and yacht marina, and the locals' favorite colorful
marketplace.
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Rose of Dubrovnik also
offers a great range of options for accommodations in
Southern
Dalmatian regional
towns and islands, for that ultimately relaxing experience-
nothing quite beats one's own private beach and the pristine
waters of the Southern Adriatic, and Korcula
( pron.: Korchul-ah)
, Ston , Peljesac(
pron.: Pel-ye-shuts)
, Zaton ( pron.: Za-tonne ), Plat(
pron.: Pl-aht )
, Mlini ( pron.: Mliny), and the
Elefits ( pron.: Eleh-fit)
Islands beckon like sirens to all who want to be mesmerized once
again by nature.
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Rose of
Dubrovnik's accommodation categories:
We have categorized our huge selection of accommodation according to level
of comfort and price. Prices will vary according to season, length of
stay, and number of guests, which is why our price list is not featured on
the website. Ahead of season, preference is given to Summer bookings of
seven days and more, while short-stay vacancies are released a month in
advance, and meanwhile, we operate a waiting list for short-stay visitors,
and these can often come up in advance. A rough guide to the Summer
pricing of categories is as follows:
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Climate through the year:
Dubrovnik is blessed with a warm and sunny Mediterranean climate, and
enjoys over 3000 hours of sunshine annually, or over 300 days! Summers are
warm, and July and August temperatures peak in the high 30's, and average
25 degrees. Otherwise, Winters are mild, but often rainy, and snow is a
fleeting sighting we see every couple of years , but remember long after.
Dubrovnik
Five Day Weather Forecast:
.jpg) Beaches
Dalmatian beaches have been appreciated as being among the world's
best cleanest by the world's most knowledgeable and experienced mariners,
including Jacques Cousteau himself! We pride ourselves on our natural
heritage, and still resist the pressures of time to succumb to the huge
coastal developments and multi-nationals. We see ourselves as caretakers
of one of the world's most amazing and welcoming coastlines, and love to
share our beaches with all who respect their fragile beauty. Many of our
beaches are pebbly or rocky, which underlies the incredible clarity and
visibility to depths of even fifteen meters in some parts Dalmatia- you'll
feel as akin to Alice diving through the green looking glass! We also
enjoy some of the world's prettiest sand beaches, with the beach at Sunj
(pron.: Shoon-y.),
on the island of Lopud (
pron.: Low-pood) being a
very pleasant and relaxing day trip across from Dubrovnik on the ferry. In
Dubrovnik itself, the most popular and trendy beaches include in Ploce,
overlooking the Old Town, the East West Beach Club, or Banje
( pron.: Bun-yeh)Beach,
and the dramatically beautiful beach of Sv.Jakov
(St.James);
all around the old town you will peak at holes in the fortress walls
leading to a set of inviting steps into the sea; the family-friendly
beaches at Lapad; the chill-out beaches at Babin Kuk
( pron.: bobbin kook, and
translates as Nana's hip)
; and nearby the popular beaches at Cavtat(
pron.:Tsuv-tut ) , Plat
( pron.: Plut),
Mlini, Srebreno ( pron.: Sreb-ren-oh) to the
South; to the north Zaton Mali(
pron.: Zu-tonne Mul-y),
and Peljesac( pron.: Pel-ye-shuts)
, and just an
endless choice of swimming beaches on the nearby surrounding islands!
Rocky
beaches will sometimes have a concreted approach or steps into the sea,
which we locals have learnt to appreciate as a way of avoiding tiny
sea urchins that often wait in the freshest of shallow water and rocks
with their spiny calling cards! Don't forget your "crocs"
here-
waterproof beach footwear are an ideal accessory to pack for your trip
here. Our beaches are
such a deeply ingrained part of our national psyche, and the year round
warmth of the sea has meant that swimming pools are not as common a
part of the local accommodations as some of visitors expect, however, our
landlords are always ready to strive to fulfill our visitors' preferences,
and pools are becoming a more frequent addition to our properties. Many of
the hotels will welcome visitors to their pools at a modest charge, such
as the hotels in Lapad.
When to visit Dubrovnik:
Our high season now extends from mid May through to mid September, and
crowds on the roads and beaches peak in July and August. April and
October are often still warm enough to afford good swimming conditions,
with sea temperature reaching above 20 degrees.
Winter can also be an inspiring time to visit, with dramatic colors and
conditions, without the crowds, that many photographers, poets, and
romantic souls prefer. Only three and a half hours' drive away, are the
former Olympic ski slopes of Sarajevo. Growing rapidly in popularity and
foreign interest, the skiing boomed here last Winter, and next season
promises more snow. What a better Winter duet- imagine skiing the slopes
of Sarajevo in the morning, and basking in the Winter sun, while sipping
warm toddies overlooking the Old Town harbor after lunch.
 Getting
to Dubrovnik:
See our tips on all forms of
transport, (including driving, buses, ferries, planes, and trains) into
Dubrovnik, with links to timetables, at our webpage
Dubrovnik and Transport.
Enquire also about our excellent value
transfers to the door of your accommodation.
What to wear:
In the warmer months, a wide-brimmed hat, and
rubber-soled sandals will be your most welcome attire. Daytime mode is sporty
casual, with Summer chic coming to the fore as twilight approaches on the Placa
or Stradun and Lapad's famous promenade, and the locals and visitors all come
out in the cooling evening air, to strut their stuff, see, and be seen.
Currency:
Croatia's local currency is the kuna. ATM's are available at many
locations all around the Old Town and surrounding districts.
Language:
Naturally, Croatian is spoken in most homes in Dubrovnik, but you will
find most locals able to converse in at least English. Efforts by visitors
to speak Croatian will be welcomed warmly!
Recommended Restaurants, Cool Bars and Hot Spots!
Write
to us for our recommendations as locals for the best seafood and
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