Mark Thomas - The editor and big chief of The Dubrovnik Times. Born in the UK he has been living and working in Dubrovnik since 1998, yes he is one of the rare “old hands.” A unique insight into both British and Croatian life and culture, Mark is often known as just “Englez” or Englishman. He is a traveller, a current affairs freak and a huge AFC Wimbledon fan.
Email: mark.thomas@dubrovnik-times.com
On the site 101Reasons it's possible to add any kind of list and people can vote on it or contribute by adding a reason. So, the list of the 10 reasons to visit Dubrovnik was made by people who voted which reason they find the most inviting and here is the list:
1. The islands
2. The impressive City Wall
3. It's the location of the Game of Thrones
4. Take the outstading Game of Thrones tour
5. The rich history
6. Watch outstanding theatre in a fort
7. The cuisine
8. The staggering range of music
9. Go to the pharmacy!
10. The wine
You can see the full list with the details here and also, you can contribute by 'liking' the reason you like the most or adding the reason of your own.
Croatia started their Euro 2016 campaign yesterday with a 1 – 0 win over Turkey in the impressive Parc des Prince stadium in Paris. A stunning volley from Luka Modric won the game in the 41st minute and Croatian supporters all over the world celebrated.
The atmosphere in the bars and cafes around Dubrovnik was great, in spite of the constant threat of rain in the city supporters were out in large numbers. Even a few tourists joined in the fun and dressed up in the Croatian colours.
Croatia next plays against the Czech Republic on Friday the 17th of June at 6.00pm (CET).
Check out our gallery by Tonci Plazibat
Croatia opened up their Euro 2016 campaign with a win against Turkey in the Parc des Prince in Paris. Almost 50,000 spectators filled the stadium in the French capital and were treated to a tense and exciting match.
A 25-metre wonder volley from Luka Modric in the 41st minute settled the tie and left Croatia top Group D with three points. Croatia dominated for most of the match and finished with 18 shots compared to only 7 from Turkey.
The next round sees Croatia take on the Czech Republic on Friday the 17th of June at 6.00pm.
Check out our photos from the Parc des Prince by Tonci Vlasic.
Over the past few years the most numerous tourists to Dubrovnik have been from Great Britain. Without doubt one of the factors is the number of direct flights that operate between the UK and Dubrovnik through the summer months. The low-cost airline EasyJet carried the largest number of UK passengers to Dubrovnik in 2015 and they have just announced that they will be increasing the number of direct flights for this year.
Until now EasyJet have operated three flights every week between Dubrovnik and Stansted Airport, on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. However they are to introduce a fourth line, on Thursdays, due to the amount of interest from the UK market.
EasyJet have also announced that they will increase the number of flights between Pula and Gatwick Airport, from two to three.
Game of Thrones and Dubrovnik are forever connected. Ever since the second season was filmed in the city the two have been joined eternally. With the six season recently broadcast and the seventh season due to be filmed in Dubrovnik at the end of the summer we decided to check out the Dubrovnik “Game of Thrones” offer.
Over a dozen locations around the historic city of Dubrovnik have been used by the HBO production team, as well as the island of Lokrum and the Trsteno Arboretum. The best way to check out all the locations in the city is to take a walking tour; all of the locations are within walking distance. We checked out a tour with the professional guide Ivan Vuković, basically we tagged along.
The Game of Thrones tour started in the city, on the Stradun, with a briefing of what to expect, it was a two-hour tour. We moved onto the Pile Gate, through the Pile Park and then onto the Bay of Pile where the Battle of Blackwater was filmed. We had walked less than 250 metres and already we had passed four Game of Thrones locations. And at every location there was a photo explanation of the real life location where we were standing.
Onto one of the highlights of the tour, the St. Lawrence Fortress, the location for so many sections from season two to season six. The views over the Old City are stunning and the Game of Thrones atmosphere was special.
Back into town and onto more Game of Thrones scenes, including the iconic steps where the “Walk of Shame,” was filmed. Our knowledgeable guide was not only well clued-up on the city, but he was also a keen Game of Thrones fan. Every question throw at him but the group was answered in seconds, truly a great tour.
Check out the Dubrovnik – Game of Thrones tours here.
Every weekend our resident "Style Guru" will be scanning the streets of Dubrovnik for the latest and greatest in fashion.
After a cloudy, windy and occasionally rainy Saturday, weather forecasters have predicted that today will also be wet and windy with the chance of storms. According to the latest forecast of the Meteorological and Hydrological Institute, today is expected to be an unsettled day, mostly cloudy with occasional rain and local showers with thunder, and cooler. Temperatures will reach a high of 19 degrees today.
The forecast for the following week is for more unsettled weather, with the start of the week seeing yet more rain and even the odd thunder storm. However the rain should clear by the middle of the week and by Thursday and Friday the temperatures will start to rise and the sun should break through.
To get the full Dubrovnik experience you’ll need a little inside knowledge. Here is our list of the top five “don’t miss” Dubrovnik attractions.
Walk the City Walls
Walk a full circle or a half circle, but don’t leave Dubrovnik without at least walking some of the iconic city walls.
Escape to green heaven
A ten-minute boat and you are in the green oasis of Lokrum. Find a spot in the shade and soak up a natural Mediterranean spa centre!
Get regal with the Rector
The Rectors Palace was the seat of power in the times of the Republic. The museum is well worth a visit and the museum shop has some great authentic souvenirs.
The wow factor
Rent a scooter and drive up to the observation points to the south of the city, the views are fabulous, so don’t forget your camera.
Coffee time
The Buza Bar hangs off the cliffs between the city walls and the Adriatic. Prices are as steep as the rock face, but the view comes free of charge.