Dubrovnik Holidays

Sitting down in the southern tip of Croatia and known as the 'Pearl of the Adriatic', Dubrovnik really is precious. This city's packed with ancient relics and film set-worthy streets, and fronted by turquoise waters. The Balkan world's your oyster here – there are literal oysters, too, so get slurping.

When you walk the historic walls of Dubrovnik's old town, you get spellbinding sights of terracotta-roofed buildings and the sparkling blue sea. It's easy to see why 'Game of Thrones' was filmed here – fortunately, it's a lot more cheery here in real life.

Mix Dalmatia's fresh ingredients with a sprinkle of Mediterranean flair, and you've got Croatian cuisine. Tuck in alongside the locals at traditional restaurants, where menus offer a range of flavoursome choices, including octopus fritters, pumpkin risotto and 'osso buco' – a popular veal dish.

The Adriatic Sea's famously clear waters practically beg for you to throw on a scuba suit. There's a diving centre that can teach you the basics in a day – a fast-pass to the colourful corals off the coast. If you're already a pro, there are shipwrecks to discover.