Vesna Lukic, Author at DISCOVER DUBROVNIK

Beyond the Stone: The Secret of Dubrovnik’s Stradun You Probably Missed

The 16th-Century Heart of the Ghetto: A Story of Resilience While many general guides mention the 14th century as the starting point of the Jewish community in Dubrovnik, the true architectural and legal foundation of the Synagogue in Žudioska Street dates to 1548. This was the year the Dubrovnik Republic officially allowed the establishment of […]

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Discover exactly where in Croatia Game of Thrones was filmed. From the streets of King's Landing in Dubrovnik to the dragon cellars of Split. Join our walking tours! #visitedubrovnik #dubrovnik

“Winter is coming”… but in Croatia, the sun never sets on the Seven Kingdoms!

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Greetings, fellow travelers and protectors of the Realm, It has been quite a while since the final credits rolled on the last episode of Game of Thrones, yet here in Croatia, the magic of Westeros is as alive as ever. I’ll be honest with you: every single year, I think to myself, “This is it,

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Discover how the independent Republic of Ragusa invented quarantine. Explore the history of the world's smallest and wealthiest maritime republic on your next visit.

Visit Dubrovnik: The World’s First Quarantine and the Lazareti Secrets

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Dear fellow travelers, welcome back to the blog! Today, on January 9th, we look back at a dark but fascinating chapter of our history. While many know Dubrovnik for its stunning walls, few realize it was a global pioneer in medicine and crisis management. Long before modern science, our ancestors invented a system that changed

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From Konavle to Dubrovnik: The Embroidered Heritage of a Golden Thread

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Hello everyone and welcome back to the Discover Dubrovnik blog! This memory always gets to me… Back in primary school, nothing beat my embroidery class. We weren’t just learning needlework; we were learning heritage, precision, and most of all, how to sit still and be patient. I remember our beginner pieces, sometimes marked by a

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Accidentally Entered Dubrovnik’s Restricted Traffic Zone? Here’s What To Do

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Hello dear readers! So, you read my guide on how to drive and park in Dubrovnik, you had the best intentions, but… your GPS had other plans? Suddenly, you found yourself in the Restricted Traffic Zone (ZCR) of Dubrovnik, staring at a camera and a sign you didn’t quite catch? Don’t worry — it happens

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Dubrovnik in Green: A Local’s Guide to Peaceful Parks, Gardens & Forest Trails

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Hello dear travellers, My name is Vesna, I live in Dubrovnik, and I love exploring the parts of the city that most visitors miss—especially when it comes to green spaces. If you’re looking for a place to escape the summer heat or crowds, here’s a local guide to Dubrovnik’s quieter, greener side. Green spaces worth

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What Not to Wear in Dubrovnik’s Old Town

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Dear visitors, welcome to Dubrovnik!As you stroll through the enchanting streets of the Old Town, it’s easy to get swept up in the moment. But remember – Dubrovnik is more than a postcard-perfect setting; it’s a living city with residents, history, and yes, some dress code rules. Dubrovnik’s Old Town is UNESCO-protected – and for

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ATMs in Croatia – What You Need to Know Before Withdrawing Cash

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Hello dear travelers! If you’re planning your trip to Dubrovnik, this local guide about ATMs will save you both money and unnecessary stress. In Croatia, credit and debit cards are widely accepted—yes, even in small shops and cafés—but some traditional restaurants, open-air markets, and smaller bars still prefer cash. Since we switched to the Euro

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How to Drive and Park in Dubrovnik – 2025 Guide for Visitors

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Hi and welcome! 😊If you’re planning to visit Dubrovnik by car in 2025, this guide will help you understand the city’s updated traffic regulations, where to park, and how to move around stress-free. Since June 2, 2025, Dubrovnik has introduced new rules restricting vehicle access near the Old Town — including Pile, Ploče, Zlatni Potok,

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A delicious cappuccino with latte art next to a pastry on a wooden table, perfect for breakfast moments.

Dubrovnik for Early Birds: Where to Have Coffee Before the City Wakes Up

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Good morning early birds! If you’ve been following my blog, you already know I love sharing the little local secrets of Dubrovnik. Today, I’m bringing you something truly special — a guide to the best morning coffee spots before the city wakes up. In Dubrovnik, we live by the “Pomalo” philosophy (take it easy). If

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