Croatia Travel Blog

Arriving in Dubrovnik

Posted on 06. Jan, 2008 by John Brackett in Dubrovnik

Our trip to Croatia started in Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. We flew from LA through Heathrow and directly into Dubrovnik. Flying along the coast of the Adriatic wetted my appetite for what was to come. The skies were clear giving outstanding views of the French Alps, the coasts of Italy, Slovenia and finally Croatia. As we approached Dubrovnik I was lucky to have my camera ready and was able to capture the perfect shot of the famous walled city from a vantage point that gives the full perspective of this incredible city.

The airport in Dubrovnik is small and easy to navigate. We grabbed our bags and were easily able to find a cab and get on our way. The drive into the city is the perfect introduction to Croatia. Well maintained roads cut along the cliffs high above the Adriatic on one side, and step rising rocky cliffs on the other. Our driver stopped at a scenic view of Dubrovnik from an excellent vantage point. I attached my 75-300mm zoom and knocked off a few shots with other tourists. The views were great, but I already captured the best shot possible from the plane.

Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to. It majestically rises out of the crystal blue waters of the Adriatic. It’s fortifications present an air of strength and power. Certainly sailors hundreds of years ago felt a reverence for this place as they entered her waters.

Tags: Adriatic, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Photography