Beautiful exterior walls of Dubrovnik fortress in Croatia (Image: Getty)
For dinner dinner, your table has a side of dizzy as Lucy Williamson found directly during a trip to the Croatian city. She was tied to her seat, Knuckles was lace in white and hearts, hung 164 feet above the gound, her legs hanging in the air.
At empty dinner, you can enjoy a three-course meal made in a suspended kitchen, hanging from a large crane, conquering the fear of heights, and enjoying the eyes of the birds of one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
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Dubrovnik from above (Image: Getty)
Lucy said: “After all, I've never really experienced Dubrovnik until I saw it from above. I rarely have tested this theory three times in a Croatian adventure, rather than one.”
Her next promotion experience was courtesy of the cable car, whipping up the Scable Srd quickly in 4 minutes.
At the top is a panoramic restaurant where the frozen cocktail tastes much better, sip along with the terracotta roof and bird-eyed views of the sapphire sea in the old town of Dubrovnik. It spreads below, like a fully preserved medieval model village.
Lucy said: “On sunny days here, it's up to 37 miles away. Menu highlights include seafood delicacies, chef king shrimp and a large Croatian wine list. That night, I joined Marco on the tour guide for the X-Adventure tour for the Sunset Kayaky King Exposition, seeking evacuation at the sea level.
“Are you ready to see Dubrovnik from the best angle?” he said, handing me the paddle. We pass the walls and shine in the light of their ancient stones fading. ”
Sunset of Dubrovnik (Image: Getty)
But walking through the old town of Dubrovnik reminds us that some of the best moments come from simply exploring on foot. Sleek limestone streets are littered with hidden cafés and small artisan shops past their historic facades.
What's not scattered is, well, garbage.
Lucy said:
The old town has truly won nicknames like “Pearl of the Adriatic Sea” and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The same street, which once hosted a maritime merchant carrying a diverse range of cargo throughout the Mediterranean, now hosts a walking tour of Game of Thrones, history lovers marvel at the treasures like one of Europe's oldest working pharmacies, and are amazed by the walls as they have been operating in the monastery of Francis since 1317.
It dates back to the 10th century, and is 1.2 miles long, and the walk consists of major ramparts, 16 towers and three fortresses.
It can reach a maximum height of 82 feet and offers many of the panoramic views of Dubrovnik's distinctive terracotta rooftop.
Dubrovnik's old wall (Image: Getty)
Meanwhile, hiding behind the walls of those ancient cities is one of the most breathtaking watering holes you'll ever stumble. The Buza Bar is only accessible through the opening inside the stone. However, you can venture through this outdoor bar on the reserved portal and rocks under the wall for a glittering turquoise Adriatic sea view.
Even the most rough health and safety tests are unlikely to pass, but visitors can nurse a chilly beer and absorb the sun while hanging their feet on the shelf.
Lucy's base for all her vertical adventures was Valamar LaChromas. This family-friendly hotel sits on the peaceful Babin Kuku Peninsula like a refined aunt watching the party in the Old Town from a safe distance.
She said: “This brightly filled, relaxed and contemporary hotel is an ideal choice for luxury family escapes or romantic getaways on the sea. Here, the soundtrack is not a click crack of tourist cameras, but rather an occasional splash from the 401 outdoor pool. The tranquility.
“My room is my boss with a balcony with a sea view and will become my favorite place for morning coffee contemplation. There is also a pillow menu where the iron throne offers more options than he has a sword, from feathers to foam and even lavender scents.
For a more intimate dining experience, Langst Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine on its secluded terrace. The Ragusa Spa offers the perfect rest after a day of climbing the city's endless stairs. Heated indoor pools, steam baths and Finnish saunas seem to have more ways to relax than in episodes of Game of Thrones (73).
Valamar has many nearby hotels in its book – the president of Five Star and two four star properties one.
But they all have access to the hotel's secret weapon, Maro World.
If you're on a family vacation, Maro World is a children's paradise. This huge entertainment centre, the largest in the Adriatic Sea, features everything from trampoline parks to children's movies.
Lucy said: “I'm technically unable to participate (although I've been through the target demographics decades ago), but I couldn't resist jumping into a fun, interactive lightwall. It made my old Game Boy look like a relic of the Stone Age. Thanks from above.”
Whether you're hanging your feet from the dinner table, having lunch on a 1,360-foot Mount SRD, or standing on those powerful walls.
