"The Mediterranean itineraries are the heart and soul of Voyages to Antiquity and that we endeavor to make each season packed with unique experiences for our guests. This season we have expanded our product offerings inside the Western Mediterranean while also providing a focus to the ancient civilizations present in Sicily," said Mitchell J. Schlesinger, vp of marketing and sales for Voyages to Antiquity. "We've received growing support from prestigious organizations whose well-traveled company is interested in an educational, enriching vacation experience, including Smithsonian Journeys, the Archaeological Institute of America and diverse alumni organizations." The med season begins and ends with sailings between Cairo and Istanbul, highlighted by two Wonders worldwide, as well as the following sites: Cairo to Istanbul - March 30, 2013 and Istanbul to Cairo - October 25, 2013 Both itineraries will include a journey to the Pyramids and the Sphinx in the royal burial ground at Giza as well as the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities in Cairo. In Luxor guests visit Karnak, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the New Kingdom pharos, including Tutankhamun. In Aqaba guests explore the rose-red, ancient Nabataen city of Petra, and after traveling with the Suez Canal to Israel, guests will visit Jerusalem's Old Town, such as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Bethlehem to tour the Church of the Nativity. In Limassol there is the Greco-Roman city of Kourion and it is then onto Antalya for the Hellenistic town of Perge, an ancient Roman trading town. These itineraries include a stop at the Ancient Greek ruins of Ephesus along with a full day tour of Istanbul, to see the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque. Western Mediterranean cruises across the Riviera coast include: Rome to Cannes - May 16, 2013 This itinerary carries a two-night pre-cruise stay in Rome, after which the journey continues to Elba - the island of Emperor Napoleon's exile from 1814-1815, the mighty Papal Palace at Avignon, the museums and galleries of Renaissance Florence, the extraordinary architecture of Barcelona, the magnificent cathedral in Palma and also the medieval stronghold of Carcassonne. A highlight of cruise-tour may be the stunning natural beauty of the Maddalena Archipelago off the coast of Corsica. Cannes to Venice - May 28, 2013 Visiting five countries over 16 days, this itinerary takes guests with a fascinating journey to the Byzantine splendor of St. Mark's and romance in the Canals in Venice, the dazzling mosaics at Ravenna, the Renaissance treasures of Florence and ruins of Pompeii. Additional highlights add the magnificent Roman Palace of Diocletian in Split, the region of Corfu, the elegant Greek Theater at Taormina, the world famous Roman amphitheater at Arles and the Papal Palace at Avignon. Itineraries highlighting the Adriatic's Dalmatian Coast as well as the treasures of Sicily include: Istanbul to Athens - April 12 and September 9, 2013 After having a two-night hotel stay in Istanbul, guests board Aegean Odyssey to get a cruise through the Sea of Marmara and also the Dardanelles to Lemnos and Mount Athos, the "Holy Mountain". Following that it is on to sacred Delos to research the island's temples and famous lions and Mykonos and Santorini to visit Akrotiri, an ancient Minoan outpost. In Crete guests explore the Minoan palace of Knossos, before sailing to Nauplia to check out two great sites of classical Greece: Mycenae along with the magnificent theater at Epidaurus. The itinerary leads to Athens with a full day guided tour to the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Athens to Venice - April 24 and September 21, 2013Venice to Athens - June 11, 2013 This 14-day cruise-tour has a full day in Athens for touring the Acropolis and also the Acropolis Museum. The voyage then takes guests to the great sites of Classical Greece, including Mycenae, Monemvasia (Preveza on Venice/Athens itinerary) and Ancient Olympia in Katakolon the place that the first Olympic games began in 776 BC. After visits to Corfu and Butrint, an 8th century BC Roman settlement in Sarande, Aegean Odyssey sails the Dalmatian Coast's Kotor Bay with stops in Dubrovnik and Split - home of a single of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian. The journey includes a visit to Venice with a private evening holiday to see the spectacular mosaics of St. Mark's. Venice to Rome - May 6 and October 3, 2013 This voyage begins in Venice highlighted by visits to Piazza San Marco along with the Doge's Palace culminating with an exclusive nighttime visit to St. Mark's for a private tour. Then its on to the treasures of Sicily like the Greek theater in Syracuse, the Norman Royal Palace, the Palatine Chapel and the dazzling mosaics of Monreale Cathedral. After cruising past volcanic Stromboli the excavation sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum await. Guests disembark in Rome for the two-night hotel stay in the Eternal City with guided tours towards the Roman amphitheater, the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the sumptuous Basilica of St. Peter's in Vatican City. Athens to Rome - June 23, 2013 This journey to Athens, Sicily and also the Amalfi coast explores some of the greatest sites of antiquity, such as the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum in Athens; Mycenae and Epidaurus in Nauplia; the Greek Theater, Norman Royal Palace, Palatine Chapel and Monreale Cathedral in Sicily and Pompeii and Herculaneum down the Amalfi coast. Guests enjoy a full day tour of Renaissance Florence before ending their voyage in Rome using a two-night hotel stay and guided around the Roman amphitheater, the Colosseum, the Roman Forum as well as the sumptuous Basilica of St. Peter's in Vatican City. Rome to Istanbul - July 3 and October 13, 2013 Guests explore the architectural legacy of Emperor Augustus after a two-night Rome hotel stay before cruising the famous ancient Greek and Roman sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the Greek theater at Taormina in Sicily, the wonders of classical Athens, ancient Delos along with the magnificent city of Ephesus in Turkey. Guests will relish a two-night post-cruise stay in legendary Istanbul, where they're going to visit the 6th-century cathedral of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque. Guest lecturers and celebrated speakers from around the world complement the in-depth shore experiences by bringing your the art, history and culture of the Mediterranean region. Regional foods and wines further immerse guests within the destinations visited. Extraordinary value is really a hallmark with cruise fares beginning with $3995, including shore excursions with complimentary bottled water; gratuities to shipboard staff and wine, beer and soda pops at dinner. To accommodate the significant demand from single guests, Voyages to Antiquity has increased the number of dedicated single cabins to 26 to fit single supplements in double occupancy cabins, which begin with just 25%. Roundtrip air is available from $595 per person from 60 United states gateways, including transfers and all air taxes and surcharges. Guests who book by September 30, 2012 can engage in up to $1000 in stateroom savings on departures from March 30 through July 3, 2013. About Voyages to AntiquityInspired with the Middle Sea, authored by Lord John Julius Norwich, Voyages to Antiquity was designed to offer sophisticated travelers an unparalleled destination immersion and educational experience combining the very best in cultural travel in a tranquil, informal atmosphere.

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Makarska - Hvar's leading winemaker Zlatan Plenkovic is honoured using the first Milan Ozic Award ahead of the 12th Dalmacija Wine Expo. There is more good news for Hvar's winemakers on April 25, 2012, since the island's leading vintner, Zlatan Plenkovic from the Zlatan Otok winery in Sveta Nedjelja, was honoured with all the inaugural Milan Ozic Award ahead of the 12th Dalmacija Wine Expo, which begins in Makarska on Friday, based on a press release on the festival's website. The award, given for Zlatan Otok's outstanding contribution towards the Croatian wine industry, will be presented to Plenkovic at a special dinner at Hotel Park in Makarska for the evening of the opening day. Digital Journal spoke to Hvar Winemakers Association president, Ivana Krstulovic Caric before she departed for Makarska: "It may be the first time this award emerged. Milan was one of the founders of Dalmacija Wine Expo, a young guy who loved travelling, loved wine and along with others started the idea to switch the wine scene of Dalmatia. He died right after last year's Expo from heart disease. So his friends named this prize after this young, entusiastic guy. We are extremely pleased with Zlatan, and delighted that this award further promotes the two,400 year wine story of Hvar." Digital Journal continues to be following the Hvar wine story over the last few months, as the island - most commonly known for its sun, beaches, nightlife and celebrity draw - is slowly becoming established being a wine destination in its own right. The hub of this momentum are the efforts from the Hvar Winemakers Association, which was founded really, with an aim to promote the manufacturer of Hvar. Hvar's wines have enjoyed spectacular success although in the past, with the island's best wine, the Zlatan Otok Plavac Grand Cru, recently featuring at the Ruby Watchco restaurant in Toronto with celebrity chef Lynn Crawford. The Svirce Cooperative won organic gold in Germany, Chinese businessmen have discovered the island's premier grape variety, Plavac Mali, along with a recent Hvar wine tasting at exclusive Oslo restaurant Baltazar has showed some intriguing possibilities to the Norwegian market. The Hvar Winemakers Association will be fielding a strong presence in Makarska, with members including Bastijana, Vino Caric, Zlatan Otok and Vujnovic. They'll be joined by Antun Plancic who is fresh from exhibiting at the fair in Podgorica, and one with the island's premier olive oil producers, Bozic Uje.

There is a news item out today about a brand new set of shiny propellers shipped to the Fincantieri shipyard near Trieste, Italy, in which the newest Carnival ship is being built but nearing completion. The 30-foot propellers were airlifted coming from a "spare parts" department Carnival maintains in Freeport, Bahamas, where many of its ships are registered. That is certainly right, they were sent by air in an Antonov 124-100, said to be the world's largest "serially" manufactured cargo plane on the globe. It is built in the Ukraine and referred to as "Condor" by NATO. The two props are each over 21 feet across and made of bronze, zinc anodes and aluminum. It took ten days to organize the delivery - getting the plane to Freeport, loading the props and then flying them to Italy. Frankly, sending them by cargo ship could have been almost as fast and probably a great deal less expensive. But when you are constructing a cruise ship every day of construction can certainly cost $1-million. Breeze is going to be the most important and most active cruise ship produced for Carnival yet, as a sister ship on the Carnival Dream and the Carnival Magic. She will come in at 130,000-gross tons, equal in size to the Celebrity Solstice (2850 passenger berths) but Breeze will carry 3690 berths (and it has room for plenty the best way to as thirds and fourths in cabins). Breeze will likely be one of the first ships to be built fully from the brand new FunShip 2.0 specs for entertainment and cuisine onboard Carnival ships, a new fleet-wide upgrade directive scheduled to roll out to all of the large Carnival ships over the following few years. FunShip 2.0 includes: Guy's Burger Joint: Directed with the Food Network's show host Guy Fieri, noted for his expertise in burgers as well as other fast food of quality. He may be a gourmet, but his name won't rhyme with "Lee." It's "Guy" using a "y" as in "just a regular Guy." The brand new Guy's Burger Joint will probably be situated poolside and serve up hot burgers, hand-cut fries, and many types of the burger trimmings. The Punchliner Comedy Club: A comedy club concept for your line that will be directed by television personality George Lopez that will help to pick the talent to look on each ship. There will be two comedians on each ship each performing nightly and something also doing a late-night "adults only" show. Other new entertainment options include dancing to music inspired with the famous Miami-based D.J. Irie who will recruit and train all of the D.J.s slated to spin on all FunShip 2.0 ships later on. Just so you know "Irie" is a common Caribbean (mostly Jamaican) dialect word for "all right," such as "is evert'ing irie, Mon?" New stage entertainment should include short 30-minute production shows that will run frequently through the cruise, rather than having hour-long productions just to be shown one time per dinner seating (twice per night) as was common on all cruise ships in the past. Those shows will be interspersed with family game shows onstage inspired by Hasbro including new game concepts created only for Carnival like CONNECT 4, YAHTZEE, SORRY and SIMON. You've played these games, but never onstage using the chance to win great prizes! Besides, the modern Carnival versions are actually amalgams from the original games re-worked for the stage. For instance, the Yahtzee game includes basketballs. (No, unfortunately we cannot get it yet, either, yet it's just a game anyway). One great aspect of the Dream-class of ships will be the new Ocean Plaza located on the promenade deck with lots of indoor space dedicated to drinking, dining and dancing, but also with outdoor areas about the promenade deck with seating and even cantilevered hot tubs - an idea that was first put in service about the Carnival Dream - long before Norwegian announced the new "Waterfront" area for your upcoming Norwegian Breakaway ships. Great Deals on Breeze in Europe For those who have never sailed on an European cruise, but you're a Carnival fan, I can't think of any better offer rather than join our CruiseMates Cruise on Carnival Breeze. What really sets this group cruise besides any other is the absolutely fabulous itinerary in an unbelievable price. First of all - the ship is sailing roundtrip Barcelona, Spain; making air connections from the ship relatively painless. Next, the enjoyment begins June 26, 2012 with complimentary overnight pre-cruise stay in Barcelona, included in the cruise fare. From Barcelona the audience will sail to Marseilles, France, then on to Livorno, Italy - for Florence, Pisa, or possibly a day trip through the Tuscan region; beyond this concept the ship will head to Civitavecchia (Rome), but on this itinerary the ship will in reality stay docked overnight, making it possible to overnight inside the city of Rome, to have two full days to see all there is to see in Rome (something I highly recommend). Care to hear more about this amazing deal? Participate in our discussion. After Rome the group gets to visit one of the great finds of the region, Dubrovnik, Croatia, before we sail on Venice, Italy, where once again the audience will get to enjoy a rare overnight stay, for enough time for a real exploration of this magical city. Finally we set sail for Messina, Italy (Sicily) where the number of tours is almost endless. This group is being hosted by top of the heap, CruiseMates Community Leader and many types of round incredible guy, Mike Mastellar, with his fantastic lovely wife Betty. We couldn't have selected better hosts for this European jaunt. Mike and Betty will likely be arranging some optional private tours, and also CruiseMates group activities onboard. The participants from CruiseMates are likely to absolutely love cruising with them, and take advantage of their knowledge of the areas about the itinerary.

Central Dalmatia's main characteristics are its rocky landscape and its lack of running water: with the acceptation with the river Cetina which runs by having a canyon to Omis and out into the sea. The climate here is typically Mediterranean with hot and dry summers and funky and rainy winters. In Central Dalmatia, tourism is quite developed and offers a variety of activities, recreation, entertainment and accommodation. Guests consider accommodations such as apartments, rooms, hotels or campsites. Like other regions in Croatia, Central Dalmatia is acknowledged for its gastronomic specialties such as seafood dishes and meat dishes that are prepared with a Dalmatian twist. These delicacies are offered in all of the many restaurants and taverns throughout Dalmatia. From the town of Primosten and towards the southwest, Dalmatia's landscape varies. There are larger islands which are quite far aside from each other and are rich in vegetation. Using the islands being so far apart, the maestral wind blows quite strongly over the canals in between the islands and, as a result, the waves get quite rough. A number of the larger islands are Brac, island of Hvar, island of Vis, Solta, Ciovo, Drvenik (Big and small), Bisevo, and Jabuka. Each island offers great hospitality and is also unique and beautiful in its own way. Accommodation on these islands is different from hotels, campsites, apartments and villas which can be found either in a lovely secluded area or perhaps in the centre of town. Hawaii of Central Dalmatia differ from the other person. For example, the island of Solta is smaller than average quiet and lies right across from the city of Split. Island of Brac could be the largest island in Central Dalmatia along with one of the most developed in regards to tourism. Many of the main tourist spots on the island are Bol, Supetar, and Mline along with many others. Island of Hvar can be another well-known tourist destination and has the cities of Hvar, Stari Grad (Old City), Jelsa, Vrbovska, and Sucuraj. Vis, featuring its many coves, inlets and untouched nature, is leaning a growing number of towards tourism. The town of Komiza is among the better-known fishing towns in Central Dalmatia. The area of Bisevo is unique because of its dark caves that are considered an unbelievable natural phenomenon. Around the mainland, along the coastline, there is a city of Split and its surrounding towns and villages. Split is the most populated and it is the centre of this region's economy as well as the largest maritime destination in Croatia. In Central Dalmatia there's 2 sites which are under the protection of UNESCO: Diocletian's palace in Split and the old town in the heart of Trogir. Split is the centre of the Split-Dalmatian County making the city a major and central tourist destination in Central Dalmatia. North of Split may be the city of Trogir. Trogir is one of the most well-preserved historical cities not only on the Adriatic but in the whole of Central Europe. Trogir's medieval nucleus, encompassed by a stone wall, incorporates a very well-preserved castle and tower as well as many other buildings and palaces which origin through the roman, gothic, renaissance, and baroque periods. The Makarska Riviera is probably the most visited destinations in the Central Dalmatian region. A few of the towns in this region are Brela, Baska Voda, Makarska, Tucepi and Ploce. The town of Makarska stands out in particular because beautiful sandy beaches encompassed by pine trees and the mountain of Biokovo waiting in its background with its fantastic natural park. Today, Biokovo is now an attractive tourist spot for the natural beauty. The botanical garden Kotisina on Biokovo was established around 1984 as a horticultural monument whose main objective is to preserve its nature. Biokovo can also be great for the active tourist who enjoys hiking and climbing. Central Dalmatia is beautiful, colourful, diverse and exciting. It has so much to supply from islands to the mainland and highlands. Come and explore its beauty and history while enjoying awesome in the sun.

Australia's only traditional liner, Athena, begins Classic International Cruises' ninth annual season australia wide next summer with a new 36-night voyage from France and Italy to Australia, with maiden visits to ports in Albania and Montenegro. Offering the only dedicated, self-contained line voyage from Europe to Australia, the 580-passenger Athena will sail from Marseille in the south of France on November 12, 2012, and from Rome a couple of days later, bound for Australia, where she will be the only cruise liner based in Perth and Adelaide next summer. The 36-night voyage from Marseille to Perth features three new ports for voyage between Europe and Australia for Classic International Cruises - Livorno in Italy (for trips to Pisa and Florence), Kotor in Montenegro and Durres in Albania, a historical and picturesque coastal city on the Adriatic Sea. Also on the itinerary are Dubrovnik, using its fortified walls, Port Said in Egypt where passengers can travel to the pyramids, the stone age town of Aqaba in Jordan, where trips on the ancient city of Petra are available, exotic Salalah in Oman, Penang and Kl in Malaysia and Singapore. Purpose developed for ocean cruising when she served like a trans-Atlantic liner, Athena will arrive in Perth on December 18, ready for the five-month season of cruises from Fremantle and Adelaide. Classic International Cruises Md, Grant Hunter, said the new voyage would appeal to Australians flying to Europe to get an European holiday later this year, with passengers able to end their holiday with a leisurely cruise home with a mix of exotic ports and carefree days on the ocean. "Other international cruise lines may provide a cruise sector from Europe to Australia within longer, round-the-world voyages but Athena is the only ship to offer a dedicated, self-contained and traditional line voyage between the two continents, with Australian dollars because the onboard currency," Mr Hunter said. "A voyage aboard Athena is cruising because it was meant to be, with a feeling of the ocean and all its mystery, adventure and nautical traditions, knowning that special personal touch often lacking in today's hectic age," Mr Hunter said. "Attentive, old-fashioned service and fine cuisine will be the hallmarks of the Classic Cruising experience." Not like the rapid growth of ever-expanding resort-type superliners, using their rock climbing walls, flying foxes, skating rinks, rides, boxing rings and long queues, Classic International Cruises offers a return to what it calls the 'Classic Cruising Experience' where crew escort passengers to their cabins on embarkation and know their names through the entire cruise in an intimate, friendly and relaxed setting. The classic-styled, 16,000-ton Athena features traditional wooden deck chairs, pool, fitness centre, five bars and lounges, casino, library, cinema as well as restaurants. Athena has 277 spacious cabins every boasts a bath - extra only found in suites for the latest superliners. Athena's 36-night voyage from Marseille to Perth on November 12, 2012, is accessible from $5795 per person, twin-share. Passengers may also board in Rome on November 14, with all the 34-night voyage priced from $5475 per person, twin-share. Fares for solo passengers in selected cabins are just 25 per cent more than twin fares rather than double. Bookings and fly/cruise packages can be found via travel agents.

The results of Fodor's Travel's first-ever Best of Europe Survey provide some lighter moments (and informative) insight into European travel. The winners were ranked by Fodors.com visitors. Averaging visits to three.5 countries and 7.1 cities per part of the last two years, these European travelers recommended destinations determined by select criteria including: food and wine, art and culture, family travel, affordable and more. Here are some highlights in the survey. Hot spots - Iceland was voted Europe's emerging hot spot and now is the perfect time to visit as 2012 marks the optimum time in more than 50 years to see one of nature's most awe-inspiring wonders: the Northern Lights. Other emerging destinations in the survey span Europe, from buzzy cities like Berlin and Edinburgh to lesser-traveled locales like Croatia's Dubrovnik and Greece's Crete. Dubrovnik is living proof that a city can live up to its fabled nickname. Dubbed the "Pearl from the Adriatic" by the poet Lord Byron in the Nineteenth century, Dubrovnik survived heavy shelling through the civil war in the 1990s to emerge as Europe's "it" spot from the moment. A secret hideaway for that international jet set for decades, this fairytale city now attracts an extremely large number of tourists from the U.S. In reality, award-winning tour operators like Travel Impressions have recently announced portfolio expansions to include Croatia. Travel Impressions' specially priced, five-night holiday packages include Dubrovnik, Adriatic resort areas like Hvar and the Croatian capital of Zagreb. This tourism renaissance is entirely understandable: Dalmatia's Mediterranean sunshine, brilliant blue sea, rich history and inspired cuisine will quickly make it a favorite of your clients. The nightlife on the island of Hvar lures night owls, and also the idyllic scenery on the islands of Korcula and Mljet-think lavender fields and dramatic rocky beaches-beckons like Odysseus' sirens. Forewarn customers that rocky ledges pass for beaches in the local lexicon; sand is not to be found in Dalmatia. But the glittering jewel of the Croatian coast will always be the walled city of Dubrovnik jutting into the Adriatic, the famous red-tiled roofs waiting in sharp relief with the surrounding azure sea. These impressive 82-foot high ramparts have protected the town for centuries, so it's little wonder that Dubrovnik was named an UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979. In spite of the summer cruise ship passengers-the main pedestrian promenade of polished marble, called Stradun, can become awfully crowded in July and August-summer continues to be the best time to visit Dubrovnik. The celebrated Summer Festival is a large draw and attracts world-renowned artists, musicians and actors (July 10-August 25). The Communist-era hotels happen to be replaced with newer, more chic accommodations, though Dubrovnik's best and most affordable accommodations are the private apartments. Lots of people are situated in the pedestrian-only city center and will be found on websites such as www.dubrovnik-amoret.com, www.dubrovnik-apartments-bb.com and www.dubrovnik-online.com/english/private_accommodation.php. On your clients on a budget, sobes (private rooms inside houses of Croats) present an affordable option. Old Town Hotels are rare inside the picturesque Old Town itself, along with the aptly named Stari Grad, meaning "Old Town," can be a lovely choice just steps in the vibrant caf? life on Stradun. The first kind house of the aristocratic Draskovic family dating from the 16th century, the three-star Hotel Stari Grad only has eight rooms with all the contemporary conveniences like ac, minibars, satellite TV and private bathrooms with hydro-massage showers. (You can find four single rooms and four doubles with king-size beds.) The tiny size assures privacy on your clients, and attention to detail from the staff. Book room #402 for views of the Adriatic from a side window. At breakfast, your customers will swoon over the rooftop terrace overlooking the terra-cotta roofs of Dubrovnik. Note: There isn't any elevator. Best value - Spain, Austria, and Ireland work most effectively places for travelers to stretch their Euros, providing high style to get a fraction of the price. Every one of these picks provide unique hotels, affordable shopping, and restaurants and nightlife that won't put travelers over budget. Art and culture - Whether you want to view the classics in Rome or trend toward modern art installations in Basel, Switzerland, Fodor's Travel users ranked Europe's best arts and cultural destinations. The revealing list includes traditional favorites like Florence and Paris, and also a few surprises, like Spain's Granada, the web page of the Moorish Alhambra palace. Food and drink - Unsurprisingly, perennial foodie favorites Burgundy and Tuscany came out on top, but some unexpected newcomers in this area include Austria's Danube Valley and Croatia's Istria. Family destinations - The Scottish capital of scotland - St. Andrews came in as the top family-friendly location, followed by Southwest Ireland, and Iceland. The 3 destinations have plenty of outdoor activities, are found by train or car after arrival and aren't crowded, easing your way for parents.

The Summer Festival of Dubrovnik is the oldest and most famous of all the so-called Croatian festivals. From 1956 the Festival continues to be building its reputation and possesses, by way of the prestigious Association of European Festivals, become an integral part of European integrations. Imagine yourself experiencing the most beautiful pieces of classical music and the best of the theatre performances the planet stage has to offer, while sitting comfortably surrounded by ancient city walls. And that is precisely what Dubrovnik offers. Within its Summer Festival classic theatre pieces and ballet performances are staged inside the streets and plazas of this proud Renaissancecum- Baroque city. It is just the high quality art that may find its place in this city built of stone and light that holds so much beauty. Plus that art numerous actors, dancers and musicians will see inspiration for both themselves and their public throughout the lovely Dubrovnik summer. Year on year the Dubrovnik Summer Festival is hosting the renown names worldwide elite of the art world. Composers, soloists and orchestras, and their performance in and one of many buildings within the old city which possess exceptional acoustic properties - such as the atrium of the Ducal Palace - imbue this festival with a very special charm. Needless to say, this coming year the walls of Dubrovnik are again gonna resound with the sounds of its long and fascinating history. And again, to the 63rd time, the Dubrovnik Summer Festival - taking place from 10 of July to 25 of August - will draw the most effective of the world stage of performing arts. Once again will the inimitable beauty of the streets, squares, parks, palaces, medieval fortresses and isles of Dubrovnik end up being the proud and equal partner to the artists of the world. Spectacular Opening Ceremony on 10th July shouldn't be missed! In the coming months, i will be publishing more about the festival so, stay tuned. Public cultural institutions, "the Dubrovnik Summer Festival" is the oldest and most prestigious cultural institution in Croatia. Every year, from 10th July to 25th August, it organizes theater and musical-stage event of national importance in addition to interest to the Republic of Croatia. Opening Ceremony can be a special event when all the tourists as well as the city itself participate, singing and dancing, because no-one would want to miss this unique night. Dubrovnik Summer Festival will be the largest and most representative cultural manifestation in Croatia. The international music, theater and dance festival comes about every year, from 10 July to 25 August in Dubrovnik, the town with centuries of civilization legacy. Opening ceremony is really a special event. Opening Night is among the most solemn and most cheerful evenings throughout the year, regularly accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display. This season, it takes place in front of the St. Blaise Church. The opening ceremony includes participating actors seeking symbolic entry into the capital of scotland- Dubrovnik from the Prince, with the raising with the Libertas flag on Orlando's column since the orchestras play the prelude to the Anthem to Freedom and the choirs sing.

Tablets as compared to laptops have no future unless producers think away from box and develop 'killer hardware', panelists with the ongoing 6th IFA Global Press Conference 2012 have said. Several technology journalists, Martin Koelling of the Technology Review, Japan, Stewart Wolpin who writes for NBC Universal and Twice all in the usa, Lino Garbellini, PC Magazine, Italy and Eric Lee of Digital Home, Taiwan, were unanimous within their observations. The panelists argued that tablets haven't much use except for use as status symbol. "People see tablets as want rather than as need," said Stewart Wolpin. The host in the discussion, Dave Graveline, host of 'In Tomorrow' asked if manufacturers will have to make tablets larger than automobile to stay in business, indicating it is likely tablets might get bigger. The panelists agreed that producing tablets smaller makes them less appealing as it becomes more difficult to browse the Internet using smaller size tablets. As outlined by Wolpin, Apple is the only tablet maker that is certainly successful because Apple tells its customers why they desire the iPad. He also said Apple owns the entire value chain of its products from hardware to software and so has been able to lock-in its customers. Asked is there a best killer application, Eric Lee said, in their view so far the best 'killer' application ever may be the Microsoft Office, because "with Microsoft Office, you could do this a lot of useful work including editing." He however added that probably the most useful applications ever will be the mHealth products. About 300 technology journalists from 53 countries are represented with the event in the historical city of Dubrovnik in southern Croatia. The press conference precedes the largest global consumer electronics and appliances for the home exhibition set for August 31 to September 5, 2012 in Berlin, Germany.

Biokovo Mountain - Morning Tour We invite you to definitely enjoy a walk in the Biokovo mountains. A motor coach will take you at the beginning of the morning to the "Vosak" mountain peak. After an approximately 40 minute walk through the beautiful landscape, we will get to the top of an incline, that offers an enchanting view of the nearby islands and the bay of the Makarska Riviera. However, the highlight with this tour will be a sunrise in high altitude - so don't forget the digital camera! Afterwards, we will take a pause for the delicious domestic breakfast (aperitif of domestic grape brandy "Loza," homemade bread, ham, cheese, spring onions and tea). We're certain that you will find an early rising worthwhile! Guide and breakfast included. Bol Bol will be the first and oldest island town found on its shores. Many preserved monuments bear witness on the way of living, culture and tradition since early Christianity period and Middle Ages. Present day Bol kept the charm of your old island town while adapting to modern tourism with different attractive facilities that aim to please even the most demanding guest all through the year. Bol has several nice beaches, mostly surrounded by forest, the most famous of which is the Golden Cape (Zlatni rat), definitely one of the very beautiful beaches on the Adriatic Sea. People who enjoy more active vacation have that they can numerous sports and recreational facilities, especially a large number of tennis courts. There is a rich offering of Dalmatian and international specialties. Pleasant hosts have also arranged enticing nightlife for all ages, from traditional Dalmatian taverns to night clubs. Cetina River - Full Tour A coach drive along the coast, then via a mountain route to Omis, a small town on the estuary of the Cetina River. This swift mountain river meanders through canyons to arrive at the sea. A stop will be made at a point above the town offering a magnificent view of the river before we continue a river cruise to some restaurant for lunch. Local wine and specialities with the area will add to a truly warm atmosphere. You'll also have time for swimming. Do not forget your camera! Guide and lunch included. Dubrovnik - Town Of 1000 Monuments Drive across the Adriatic coast through the scenic landscapes from the Markarska Riviera and across the Neretva River Delta to Dubrovnik. Due to the exceptional beauty and rich cultural heritage, this ancient city has become included in UNESCO's List of Cultural Heritage. Dubrovnik is surrounded by ramparts and fortresses and is a treasure of architectural and cultural masterpieces scrupulously preserved over the centuries. A pleasant walk will reveal the city's highlights, such Drive over the Adriatic coast through the scenic landscapes with the Markarska Riviera and across the Neretva River Delta to Dubrovnik. Due to the exceptional beauty and rich cultural heritage, this ancient city has become included in UNESCO's List of Cultural Heritage. Dubrovnik is encompassed by ramparts and fortresses and is a treasure of architectural and cultural masterpieces scrupulously preserved over the centuries. A pleasant walk will disclose the city's highlights, for example palaces, churches, museums and squares. Guide and entrance fees included. as palaces, churches, museums and squares. Guide and entrance fees included.