Category Archives: Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik to Korcula by Catamaran: At last!

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Korcula Island residents are disappointed but visitors to Dubrovnik will find this new passenger ferry connection a big boon. The Nona Ana fast ferry which has been running visitors (and locals) out to the Elaphiti Islands and Mljet Island for the last few years has added a connection to Korcula this summer. This July and August, the boat will run from Dubrovnik to Sobra and Polace on Mljet Island four days a week and then continue on to Korcula. (See the schedule). With a schedule that leaves Dubrovnik in the morning and returns from Korcula in the afternoon, it’s finally … Continue reading →

Changes on Dubrovnik’s Nightlife Scene

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The marble streets of Dubrovnik’s Old Town don’t quiet down at night as local bar crawlers move restlessly from one venue to another. Their infatuation with drinking like the Irish do continues. Yet another Irish pub has opened trying to rival the success of boisterous Karaka. “Katie O’Connors” has replaced the Cervantes Tapas Bar (that was never very Spanish) and serves Guiness and Ale to a slightly older, calmer crowd. That is, except for nights of the Big Match when the giant plasma screen attracts local and foreign fans. Meanwhile, the huge investment in Labarint has apparently not paid off. … Continue reading →

Dubrovnik News Roundup

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Dubrovnik has a long history of good governance (see more on Dubrovnik history) that continues to this day. Small surprise that Dubrovnik’s mayor, Dubravka Suica, has been proclaimed one of the top ten most successful mayors in the world, according to the Dubrovnik Tourist Board. Currently Dubrovnik is challenged by a dramatic influx of tourists that threatens to overwhelm resources. Despite being nearly loved to death, Dubrovnik returns the favor by providing new services for its lucky visitors. For example, Dubrovnik airport has instituted a modern electronic system so visitors can instantly see available accommodation. Cool. Also cool, IMO, is … Continue reading →