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The Neum Corridor: How Bosnia ended up with a coastline

The new Peljesac Bridge removes the need to pass through Neum in Bosnia on the drive from Split to Dubrovnik. But the 1699 Treaty of Karlowitz explains why Bosnia has a tiny coastal strip in the first place. The Neum corridor I am a sucker…

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Dubrovnik, history

8 best things to do in Dubrovnik for first-time visitors (2025 guide)

Top Dubrovnik attractions include the city walls, Mount Srd and War Photo Limited. And great things to do in Dubrovnik include sea kayaking, taking the ferry to Lokrum and an Elafiti Islands cruise. Things to do in Dubrovnik for first time visitors There’s plenty to…

Croatia, Dubrovnik

The Dubrovnik city walls are best walked later in the day.

7 Dubrovnik travel tips to vastly improve your visit

From knowing the best time to visit Dubrovnik and walk the walls, to getting the cheapest Dubrovnik bus tickets, these seven tips should make your Croatian holiday better. Know the best time of year to visit Dubrovnik Accommodation in Dubrovnik is highly seasonal – prices…

Croatia, Dubrovnik