My summer trip to Dubrovnik, 2016

The lime tree in front of the place we stayed, limes in the sun

Today is my free day so I write a little bit about my summer trip to Dubrovnik, Croatia. The moment our host picked up us from the airport and drove us to home, I felt instantly in love with the city. It was a sunny day, the car drove up to hill, from there I could see the sea below and the scene is like picturesque Mediterranean that I only got chance to see through photos but now with my naked eyes: blue sky, sunshine and pink flowers quivering in light breeze together with those lovely houses along the road. I was thrilled to check out the city. 

Firstly, I love many ice cream places near by the beaches and the old town. They have generous added fresh berries. I guess there are many good places to eat in Dubrovnik in general since they use fresh ingredients, but do a little research before going is never hurt. Last time we would like to eat in Proto restaurant, which was recommended by a waiter in one restaurant we ate, it is famous for its sea food but we didn't book in advanced so when we came there was no place for us and a few couples were waiting in line. I was hungry so we have to find somewhere else which ended up in the place that the food i didn't like. I still feel regret that we didn't book in advanced.

We came frequently to a pizza place called Mea Culpa where I had a big crush on their pizza Bolognese, drank some coffee and chilled out just like many tourists did. 

Places I visited in Dubrovnik

I had written the long lists on this but since time was short, i had to omit many of them. Below are places I actually visited

1. Ancient city wall

According to our local host, the best time to visit ancient city walls is early morning, when the weather is cool and avoid the crowds. The evening is ok too but since the stone absorb heat during day, it is still somehow hot.

2. Stradun

3. Island of Lokrum 

4. The city gates

5. The Old town

6. Dubrovnik Cable Car 

Wait for sunset, it worthed waiting, absolutely amazing!

On the way from home to the centre



Roses on the balcony where we stayed



Grapes on the balcony where we stayed



View from the balcony


Bougainvillea, city's signature flower?



Downtown



View from ancient city walls



















Sleeping beauty cat





Stradun




Arriving in Lokrum 






The island has a lot of peacocks and rabbits



Chilled out with my cappucino


View from the cable car
When it comes to travel, some people like adventures, some like to rest in luxury hotels. For me, there is no wrong or right, depends on your goals, your budgets,…as long as you enjoy, everything is fine. Even discover the nearest town near to where you live is a pleasure.