Almost close to Dubrovnik Airport is the resort town of Cavtat. Despite its small sizes, this is a very cozy city with an unusual embankment and an old area in which every stone is saturated with the spirit of history. Tourist infrastructure Cavtat is well developed enough. That is why the resort is very popular with tourists from around the world. Thanks to pure beaches and picturesque Mediterranean nature, youth and tourists with children come to Cavtat.
Housing problems in travelers in Cavtat will not arise . Without much trouble, you can choose a comfortable place for the night in a suitable price category. In addition, you can always book a room in one of the many hotels in the city or rent whole apartments. Tourists with children it is better to first clarify how much their place for the night will be removed from the beach. The fact is that the majority of apartment surrenders are located on the outskirts of a small Cavtat. And the inconvenience of this location is not at all a ten-fifteen minute walk to the center or the beach. And in the fact that the apartments are placed on the mountain and multiple descents-lifts will be for tourists with children who are not accomplished nonsense, but a real problem.
In hotels, regardless of the number of stars, the staff is kindly and welcome to tourists. Special attention belongs to travelers with children.
It is worth noting that the city of Cavtat is hidden in a picturesque bay Between two covered forests by peninsula. In this part of Croatia, the climate is really unique. Due to mountain ranges that prevent the penetration of cold air masses, winter in Cavtat is very soft, and the summer is roast. Therefore, tourists planning to rest at this resort with the whole family better wait for the beginning of the velvet season or go to rest in Cavtat in May. The peak of the tourist season for this resort comes from June to August. Crowds of tourists fill the beach and quiet and relaxed rest can be forgotten. But in September, October comes the ideal time to visit Cavtat. The air temperature allows you to sunbathe, and the water remains still warm for swimming.
With beaches in Cavtat, the case is as follows. : Some of them are equipped with concrete platforms, others are surrounded by luxurious pines and cypresses emitting an extraordinary fragrance and creating a desired shadow. At this resort, all beaches without exception are covered with pebbles. Tourists should take into account this fact and grab rubber shoes on vacation. True, comfortable rubber slippers are sold in local stores and souvenir shops. In some guidebooks and brochures about Cavtat, sandy beaches are mentioned. In fact, find them in this part of Croatia is unrealistic.
The city beach in Cavtat is located in the old town. However, tourists can relax on the beaches at hotels. For holidaymakers with children, the Albatros Hotel is suitable for children and a very popular beach of a five-star Croatia hotel, marked by a blue flag. Beaches are equipped with everything necessary: shower, public seats and locker rooms. Water in the area of Cavtat is so clean and transparent that many tourists are driving out for the first time to do diving and snorkeling. For more experienced divers there is a unique opportunity to admire the ruins of the ancient city of Epidaurus, attached to the marine bunch of the earthquake in the fourth century. Those who love just not fall in the sun, if desired, can take a catamaran and admire on sea ends in a rocky area of the beach.
Tourists tired of beach rest at any time can arrange a cultural program for themselves. . Employees of the information tourist center or locals will always prompt the most beautiful and decent attention historical places in the city. When the day heat can be walking along the streets of the Old Town and, if desired, look into the small chapels, which in Cavtat are abused.
On the waterfront of tourists, the Princely Palace is expecting, refurbished in the museum. And the oldest city landmark is a stone staircase, passing through most of the Cavtat, will lead curious tourists to the Mausoleum of the Ratish family. On the mountain next to the mausoleum, tourists will find a beautiful chapel of St. Rock. So, why do not travelers look into it? A fairly interesting place belonging to the excursion program of many travel agencies is the monastery of the Virgin Mary Snowy. In the building from limestone stone, paintings of the famous painter whabo worshipers and Treasure times of Renaissance are stored - Mother of God and Triptych with the image of Archangel Mikhail, a dead demon, John the Baptist and St. Nicholas, who observe what is happening.
Despite the fact that in Cavtat, there are practically no nightlife and noisy entertainment centers, the tourists do not have to be bored. The thing is that annually in the city there are summer festivals with merry street performances, folklore shows and with the participation of famous musicians. In July, the families of the "Summer Tsavtat" festival begins. It is held directly on the squares and streets of the city and lasts until August.
Cavtat is very conveniently located for excursions. According to the popular corners of Croatia and a day trip to Montenegro. Fans of marine walks can order a trip on a pretty ship to nearby islands at any time.
Tourists will delight the tourists with excellent Croatian cuisine and wines of local production. The peculiarity of local home wines is that they are suitable for all dishes and are sold in five-liter tanks. As for taste and fragrance, tourists will be delighted.
In general, Cavtat is not worse than any other resort of Croatia. But for a family holiday is the most suitable place: cozy, calm and picturesque. Yes, and diving lovers in Cavtat, it is undoubtedly like.