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- Written by: Sarah Coad
A hidden gem along the southern end of Croatia’s spectacular coastline, Dubrovnik and Neretva County is the perfect place for an active getaway. This diverse region offers a coast dotted with islands which are ideal for hiking, cycling, learning about the local culture and traditions, and, of course, trying your hand at a huge range of water-based activities.
Sailing, kayaking, canoeing, diving, jet skiing, windsurfing and SUP are all on the menu in Dubrovnik and Neretva County, as well as island-hopping and sight-seeing. The islands of Mljet, Korčula and the Pelješac peninsula are of particular interest, and well worth a visit.
Korčula's scenic landscapes vary from the terraced olive groves to vineyards, pristine waters in the secluded bays and charming island places of Lumbarda, Smokvica, Blato and Vela Luka as well as the medieval old town of Korčula - the birthplace of explorer Marco Polo - and one of the best-preserved medieval Mediterranean towns.
Back on the mainland, and one stunning location not to be missed is the city of Dubrovnik itself, known as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. This fascinating, historic city is compact enough to explore easily on foot, but fits a lot into its small footprint. You’ll find narrow streets filled with shops, restaurants, museums and more. Walking the 2km route around the historic city walls is a great way to get to know the city and offers unbeatable views of the surrounding landscapes, including nearby Mount Srd.
Get the right gear
And we're not sending you out into the wild without some new outdoor gear! We’ve also teamed up with Osprey and Ellis Brigham to get you kitted out for your adventure.
American brand, Osprey, are renowned for their top-quality adventure luggage, offering something for every kind of trip, whether it’s into a snowy wilderness, or remote camping adventure.
For this trip, they are giving away either a men's Farpoint 55 or womens Fairview 55 pack, the same as Outdoors Magic editor, Will, took out on his recent trip to the Dubrovnik Riviera.
This pack is all about the details: oversized zipper tabs that work with cold fingers, multiple grab handles for easy overhead compartment access, lockable zippers that provide genuine security without fuss and the adjustable back system uses velcro pads rather than complex mechanisms, making on-the-go adjustments refreshingly simple.
What really sets this apart is the detachable daypack system. This isn’t some flimsy add-on – it’s a properly functional 13-litre pack that counts as your ‘personal item’ on most flights, essentially letting you carry 55 litres of gear across two bags.
Even better? Osprey's All Mighty Guarantee gives almost all of their packs a 30-year guarantee, during which time Osprey will repair or replace items found to have material or workmanship defects free of charge. This means you can have complete faith in the quality and lifespan of your gear.
If you’re in need of some gear to stow in your new pack, the £250 Ellis Brigham voucher is going to come in handy. Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports opened its first shop in Manchester in 1933. Now a staple of the outdoor gear world, they stock everything you could need to spend some quality time outdoors, from sleeping bags to trail running shoes.
Get your accessories sorted with their range of walking poles, water bottles and torches, find a new waterproof jacket, or take advantage of their expert boot fitters and upgrade your walking boots to a pair with a perfect fit.
The Prize
The lucky winner of this competition will receive a four-night holiday for two in Dubrovnik and Neretva County. This includes two nights in the city of Dubrovnik and two nights on the island of Korčula in four-star hotels on a B&B basis. Transfers between Dubrovnik and Korčula are also included.
The winner will also receive either a men's Farpoint 55 or womens Fairview 55 pack from Osprey in their choice of colourway (subject to availability) and a £250 Ellis Brigham Voucher.
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