Dalmation Coast / Dubrovnik, Croatia. July 10.

The one day coast drive from Sibenik to Dubrovnik was billed as a special coast drive. And it was. One of the best I have driven, except for it being 2 lane all the way.

Lovely weather, spectacular scenery. The water is a vibrant blue, the sky big and lighter, the ground baking with the 35C dry heat. Every few kilometres there is a coved beach, lots of sun worshippers enjoying the sun, browning slowly in the gentle sun. The road itself is gently winding most of the way and good quality, but with few straights. The speed limit supposedly 70kph, and its a challenge keeping a 1.2L Fiat Punto up to speed!

We drive to Ston, known for its miniture Wall of China type defences. Next is a wonderful stretch of mountain and coastal road, possibly some of the best I have ever driven, to a Car Ferry from Oberbik to Korcula Town. Korcula Town is quite something, jutting out on a penisula, typically Croatian paedestrianised coast town, but special for its location. Million Dollar views.

The Next day is Dubrovnik. Its imposing walls are very impressive, even for the jaded traveller. We walk atop the high City Walls, with stunning views at each turn, the town is spread before you in all its terracotta topped glory. The main street is quite modern and central, and the Old town is all paedestrianised. But the real gems are the alleyways off this, getting lost is never so fun and enjoy some shade, something new at each turn, a photo opportunity literally every step! Ancient stone town with old world charm yet a modern touch, clean, safe and friendly. No wonder it is a tourist mecca now.

Again, I implore you to visit this place!!