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The Pelješac Captains Festival is a unique cultural and gastronomic event held in the coastal town of Orebić, on the beautiful Pelješac Peninsula. This lively festival celebrates the region’s proud maritime tradition, honoring the legendary sea captains who once sailed the world and brought fame to Pelješac. The program offers a rich blend of local culture, history, and flavors. Visitors …
At the prestigious Sunflower Rural Tourism Awards – The Sunflower Award 2024, held on January 17, 2025, in Vukovar, Dubrovnik-Neretva County once again showcased its excellence in rural tourism. Thanks to the outstanding achievements of local producers and entrepreneurs, the county was recognized with five distinguished awards. Award winners from Dubrovnik-Neretva County: Golden Charter in the category Small Family Producers …
The 14th Roman Night in Narona, a one-day ancient festival, will be held on Friday, July 26, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM. This year’s theme is dance. The program includes children’s workshops and play areas, presentations of ancient crafts, dance workshops, gladiator fights, and Aphrodite’s dance on stilts. Special guests will discuss the history of Roman dance, and visitors can …
Vedran Mezei’s storytelling tour “Dark Times – Bright Souls” in Župa Dubrovačka features themes centered around the life stories of people during infectious disease epidemics in the Dubrovnik area, from the plague to the Spanish flu. Each Tuesday from June to October, participants are taken on an immersive journey through history, focusing on how individuals and communities faced and overcame …
The Folklore Evening will feature performances by local folklore groups, presenting traditional dances such as the Moštra, a single-sword dance unique to the area. These performances are a celebration of the region’s rich cultural history and provide a fantastic opportunity for both locals and tourists to immerse themselves in the local traditions. Photo by Domagoj Miletić
The Pelješac Captains Festival is dedicated to the seafaring tradition and it is an excellent way to open the summer season. Orebić used to be the maritime centre of the Mediterranean; apart from Piraeus and Hamburg, it was the only city ships greeted with sirens. The locals would respond by waving sheets from the coast, sounding the bells from the …
Explore the captivating lives and legends of our region through “Inspiring Lives – Everlasting Legends.” Vedran Mezei, a professional tour guide, will enchant you with his storytelling, bringing these fascinating tales to life in a beautiful and engaging manner.
The Korkyra Baroque Festival was established in 2012. to promote local and international music and cultural heritage. Magical concert evenings and Korčula’s impressive cultural monuments create a unique synergy. The Korkyra Baroque Festival has become a must-attend event on the global music scene.
It is held since 1950 and lasts every year from 10 July to 25 August. Dubrovnik Summer Festival is undoubtedly the largest and most representative cultural manifestation, not only in Dubrovnik, but in all of Croatia.
There are currently six domestic influencers on a study trip through the Dubrovnik and Neretva county. The tourist boards of the county, Ston, Orebić, Korčula and Vela Luka have organised a five-day study trip. From the 13th till the 19th of September the participants will get to know the beauties of Mali Ston and its oyster farms, the stone walls, …
It was announced that the 73nd Dubrovnik Summer Festival will take place on a number of stages and site-specific locations in Dubrovnik from 10 July to 25 August 2022. The Festival’s leadership remains active in its efforts to have one of Europe’s oldest festivals take place this summer and provide its audiences with a varied theatre, music, dance and folklore …
