Southern Dalmatia Apartments - come and visit the jewel of the Croatian Adriatic coast

Centred on the town of Dubrovnik, this part of Croatia has a superb Adriatic coastline to enjoy. With its picturesque coastline, historic towns, attractive coves and enchanting islands, Southern Dalmatia is one of the most attractive maritime regions southern Europe has to offer. Whether someone is seeking a family break or a romantic getaway, it can be found during a stay in Southern Dalmatia holiday rentals. The centrepiece in this superb coastline is, of course, the city of Dubrovnik. This walled city, which looks extremely impressive from outside, was an independent republic from 1358 until 1808, and something of the spirit and vigour of that time still permeates through the city's streets. Its orange rooftops and bell towers give it a stunning aspect, especially when bathed in the region's wonderful sunshine. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of Croatia's most popular tourist destinations.

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Choose Villas in Southern Dalmatia and spend your holiday in an UNESCO World Heritage Site

Visitors to Southern Dalmatia holiday villas may also want to head to the Elafiti Islands, just a short ferry ride away from Dubrovnik. Korcula is the largest and most visited of these enchanting islands, where visitors can explore the beaches, woods and slopes in a calm and peaceful atmosphere. There are also some excellent white wines produced on the island, and some stunning traditional local sword dances to watch while enjoying a glass or two. Also within easy reach of Dubrovnik is the town of Cavtat. This can be reached by bus, but it visitors to Southern Dalmatia holiday rentals may find it more exciting to travel there by water taxi. This takes longer, around an hour or so, and is relatively expensive, but is a great way to experience the beauty of the coastline from another perspective.

Cavtat has a lovely promenade to stroll down, and there are medieval buildings to enjoy, as well as many open air cafes and restaurants. Another island well worth visiting during a trip to Southern Dalmatia villa rentals is Mljet. This thin strip of rocky landscapes is covered in thick pine forests. Over a third of the island is a national park, and about 1100 people live in a handful of villages. A peaceful place to explore, fans of Homer's island of Ogygia, where his hero Odysseus met a nymph named Calypso. A stay in Southern Dalmatia holiday rentals presents so many possibilities that it is hard to provide a comprehensive overview; there is simply so much to see and do. Stress evaporates on this lovely Croatian coastline. Why not head to France and enjoy the idyllic French coastline in Bandol Holiday Villas?