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In yesterdays edition of Guardian travel, in article titled “On the road: five writers’ most memorable drives”,  five writers describe their most memorable road trips. Among them, Vesna Maric, one of the 2 expert authors of Lonely Planet Guide to Croatia, with decades of experience of Croatia, wrote an short article titled “Balkan Homecoming” where she describes driving from Dubrovnik to Mostar, her hometown. Here is an excerpt from the article :

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According to Slobodna Dalmacija daily, there is a strong possibility that the Greek shipping company  Minoan Lines will soon establish a new ferry line from Dubrovnik to Greece.

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The oldest cultural festival in Croatia, Dubrovnik Summer Festival takes place every year from 10th July to 25th of August in Dubrovnik . It started back in 1950’s . The Dubrovnik Summer Festival presents a rich programme of classical music, theatre, opera and dance on more than 70 open – air venues. Above image is festival advert from 1963. Click here to have a look at large image of  Dubrovnik Summer Festival Advert from 1963

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At the beginning of June, the first direct charter flight from Osaka to Zagreb arrived at Zagreb airport.

The Croatian National Tourist Board organized a welcome ceremony for the 350 passengers and crew-members, who enjoyed a performance of the folklore ensemble, each receiving a traditional gingerbread heart (’licitarsko srce’) as a gift.

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In yesterday’s eddition of Guardian.co.uk, the article about food and drink of Vis Island has been published. There is also a 9 minute video accompanying the article that features some local klapa music and comments of local people about Vis, its history farming, fishing, making wine and singing. The title of the video is “Life in the slow lane on the Croatian island of Vis”.

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Sure it’s during hurricane season, but at least it will be less crowded and at this price, you can’t afford to miss it! Pick up some travel insurance and get ready to set sail.

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It’s no secret that Barcelona is one fashionable town. However during one of my many trips to Barcelona, I stumbled upon an art studio and craft store tucked-away in the Born district selling handmade knits, totes, jewelry and more. My favorite designs came from the creative duo behind Sirena con Jersey, or Mermaid with Sweater for you non-Hispanophones.

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