Home Exchange - Christmas in Dubrovnik - Part 2

 December 2021

Outside the Walls, looking up the street to Minceta Tower

Stradun Street today...

Stradun Street damage from the war (1991)

Anyone who knows me well knows I'm VERY analytical....I analyze everything to death!  Here's some observations of my Dubrovnik experience:

• The Christmas trees I saw were all REAL Fir trees!!  Been a long time since I've seen that!!
• Not only was most everything closed on Christmas day, December 26th is also a holiday (St Stephens).
• Given the war just 30 years ago and the hoardes of tourists that can grate on anyones nerves, everyone I encountered was super kind and helpful.
• There was no problem finding people who spoke English.
• Very few buildings within the Walls are painted....just natural stone.
• At the Panorama restaurant, all the window tables were taken, so I sat one 'row' back but I could still see very well.  When a couple vacated their window table, my server invited me to move to that spot.  A very kind gesture given they probably get a ton of whiners who want front row.
• I discovered I really couldn't rely on internet information (ie; hours of operation, events, etc) even if it was on the citys' website.  It's not always kept up to date, especially during low season.
• Graffiti was almost non-existent.
• Scads of restaurant seating outdoors with music piped outside and lap blankets provided.
• Speaking of scads....lots of adorable cats hanging out wherever they want.
• Many European countries are tipping-free.  However, in Croatia, they recommend 10%.
• The currency in Croatia is the 'Kuna'.  100 Kuna is the equivalent of approximately $15 dollars.
• Almost no one wore masks outdoors.
• No annoying hawkers.

Here's Part 2 of my 3-part series showcasing the delights of Dubrovnik:

Or, click here:  https://youtu.be/YoEeJdeuc44

Next up...

The Final Chapter...

I'll take you through some Churches, a Monastery, visit the Cats, and a Museum or two before heading home.

Dano

By the way, if you're interested in viewing any of my past entries about travelling around Europe and where I live in Mallorca, simply scroll down past my signature to the end.  There, you'll see 'Blog History'.  You can click on any Month/Year to see the titles I published at that time.  Simply click on the title you're interested in and it will take you to that page.