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 guide
just for the first-time visitor to Dubrovnik. 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 of your visit. 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 inspiring travel destinations today!
Dubrovnik 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.
Click here for more detailed climate averages.
Dubrovnik
Five Day Weather Forecast:
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Dubrovnik 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 in Dubrovnik!
Click here for our recommendations as locals for the best seafood and
wine-tasting in Dubrovnik, and more!
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