Emilia Romagna Lines Closes Doors

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Emilia Romagna Lines is an Italian ferry company that has connected the Emilia Romagna region with Croatia for about six years. It was a fast and pleasant way to go from Ravenna, Rimini, Cesenatico and Pesaro to Croatia’s Adriatic seaports. Over the years they have brought Italians to Rovinj, Porec, Pula, Hvar, Mali Losinj and Zadar via fast passenger boats. No more. The Cesanatico-based ferry company has closed its doors as confirmed by a spokeswoman for the Emilia Romagna tourist portal. No explanation was given but, since the website is down, the phone numbers disconnected and the brick-and-mortar shop closed, … Continue reading →

Dubrovnik Divided on Proposed Golf Course

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Economic development, yes, but at what cost? That’s the question dividing Dubrovnik’s citizens as they ponder the proposal to build a golf course and luxury accommodation on top of Srd Hill. Amid the festivities surrounding the feast of St Blaise this past weekend, a petition circulated to hold a referendum on the proposed project. According to local law, the petition must gather at least 20% of the population or 8000 signatures by February 15 in order for the referendum to be held. To date, 5000 have signed. Local opposition has been strong ever since the project’s inception in 2007 when … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day in Croatia: The Top Five

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Still chilly Croatia may not be the first place you think of to spend Valentine’s day but rest assured that romance is in the air in these five special Valentine’s Day treats: Rovinj The rambling old streets of this fishing port catch the sea breezes and wind up to glorious old St Euphemia church. Gaze in tranquil wonder at the Adriatic coastline while sea gulls swoop overhead. Weather permitting, drink a glass of champagne at Valentino seaside cocktail bar or snuggle into cosy Veli Joze, a favorite fishermen’s bar. Stay at the Hotel Lone and indulge yourself in the luxurious … Continue reading →