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  Another fantastic walking tour on one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic Sea, which also belongs to the Elaphiti Archipelago and is called Lopud . These islands are known as jewels of nature and the sea in southern Croatia . The Elaphiti Archipelago comprises a total of 13 islands, 10 of which are uninhabited. Lopud Island is located about 14 kilometers northwest of Dubrovnik . The island features a single village, also named Lopud, offering both the tranquility of island life, numerous historical attractions, and excellent swimming spots with sandy beaches. The island and its village have a permanent population of only around 220 people, covering an area of 4.377 km². There is no car traffic here; only small vehicles used for agriculture or light golf carts can be seen. The island is incredibly peaceful, with only the sound of cicadas and the sea, and a warm breeze among wild orange trees. It exudes the charm of a small Mediterranean universe, where time seems to ...

  Another extraordinary walking tour on one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic Sea—this time, we’re on the largest of the Elaphiti Archipelago islands, called Šipan. These islands are known as natural and maritime jewels in southern Croatia . The Elaphiti Archipelago consists of 13 islands, 10 of which are uninhabited. Šipan Island is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records for having the highest number of olive trees per unit area. It’s said that you can purchase olive oil here of exceptional quality. The island has a permanent population of about 450 people and spans an area of 16.22 square kilometers. The island’s highest point is Velji Vrh, standing at 243 meters above sea level. There are two main ports, in the towns of Šipanska Luka and Suđurađ. We are currently in the second town, Suđurađ , which has a population of just 207 people and whose economy is based on tourism and agriculture, primarily olive oil production, and the cultivation of figs and pomegran...

  An extraordinary walk through one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic Sea, Koločep , which belongs to the Elaphiti Archipelago. These islands are known as jewels of nature and sea in southern Croatia . The Elaphiti Archipelago includes a total of 13 islands, 10 of which are uninhabited. Kolocep Island is the closest to Dubrovnik , located just about 4 kilometers to the northwest. The island is graced with century-old olive groves, shaded palm trees, and the scents of pine forests. It also has one of Croatia's rare sandy beaches. The island has a permanent population of only about 150 people and covers an area of 2.439 square kilometers. There is no car traffic here; you’ll only find small agricultural vehicles or light golf carts. It’s an incredibly peaceful place, where the only sounds are cicadas and the murmur of the sea. Our walking tour begins at Kolocep Port, and we’ll head up through the village and island. We will then see the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mar...

  A walking tour of one of the most beautiful, charming, and also one of the warmest towns in Croatia , located at the very tip of the country. The town of Cavtat has also been recognized as the most exclusive travel destination in Europe, often compared to the French Saint-Tropez and the Italian Tuscany. The town is situated in southern Croatia , less than 20 km from Dubrovnik. It is picturesquely located on a narrow peninsula jutting into the Adriatic Sea, covered with Mediterranean vegetation, while on the other side rises the impressive Sniježnica massif (1234 meters above sea level). Cavtat is a wonderful place for family vacations, as well as solo or group trips with friends, home to around 2,000 permanent residents, offering visitors peace, tranquility, beautiful historical sites, and numerous attractions. The history of Cavtat dates back to ancient times when a Greek colony, Epidaurus, was founded here in the 6th century BC. In 228 BC, the Romans took over the area and r...

An extraordinary walking tour through one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and certainly on the Adriatic Sea! Welcome to Dubrovnik , a city entirely listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a history that, according to some sources, dates back as far as 6000 years before Christ. One of the most visited cities in Croatia , considered the Pearl of the Adriatic, it also served as a filming location for the Game of Thrones series. Located in the southern part of Dalmatia, built on rocky slopes and naturally protected from the sea by the island of Lokrum, Dubrovnik boasts well-preserved monuments from centuries ago and enjoys an excellent Mediterranean climate. It has more than 250 sunny days a year, with an average annual temperature of 17°C. Even in winter, Dubrovnik bathes in sunshine, with blossoming and ripe oranges and lemons. The outdoor swimming season begins as early as April, and sometimes even earlier. It lasts until the end of October, and sometimes even longer. T...

  Another extraordinary walk, this time by the Adriatic Sea in the town of Senj in Croatia , which is a popular holiday and tourist resort, as well as the port of the Velebit Channel. The town is one of the oldest in Croatia , with a history dating back 3,000 years. Even Greek and Roman historians and geographers mentioned the port named Senia, where Senj is located today. Despite such an extensive history, the town currently has around 5,400 inhabitants and is a peaceful seaside town. It is situated right at the foot of the Vratnik Pass (698 meters above sea level) and across from the island of Krk. To the north of the town lies the Velika Kapela mountain range, and to the south, the Velebit mountains. The Velebit mountain range, under which the town is located, marks two climate zones: Mediterranean and Alpine-Dinaric. The mountains form the boundary between these two regions. The coastal climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. The average annual a...