Holidays to Slano

A sleepy seaside town with a long history, little Slano enjoys a perfect setting overlooking a breathtaking bay. Its peaceful coves, calm sea, and smattering of traditional tavernas make it an idyllic spot for a truly tranquil summer holiday. You can explore the historic buildings and ancient ruins that are scattered across this fascinating landscape, or stroll along the walking paths and biking trails that splinter off into the hills. Or perhaps take a sailing trip to the marvellous Elifiti Islands or the Mljet National Park to find more hidden coves and beautiful hikes. If you fancy some shopping and sightseeing, a 40-minute drive will bring you to gorgeous Dubrovnik, justly dubbed the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’.

The Dalmatian Coast is well known for its secluded coves and rugged shoreline, and picturesque Slano boasts plenty of lovely beaches. Sv. Jeronim beach is the most convenient, and is located right in the front of the village, or you could head around the coast to Grgurići beach or Karmelska beach. Both are very popular, and feature a pretty curve of fine shingle shelving into a calm, shallow bay, making them ideal for kids. You can rent parasols and sunbeds and enjoy a delicious lunch at the handful of nearby tavernas. Other marvellous beaches to visit include tiny Banja beach, overlooked by a minuscule chapel, or you could take a boat excursion to the Elafiti Islands or the Mljet National Park to find even more secluded coves.

Slano is a small and tranquil spot, boasting just a handful of restaurants serving mainly the delicious Dalmatian cuisine. Many of them enjoy wonderful locations right on the seafront.  You can tuck into amazing local specialities, including some ultra-fresh seafood. The local prawns and the oysters from down the coast in Ston are particularly valued here. Or you might want to try a peka, a sort of hotpot of meat or seafood with season vegetables cooked in a domed clay dish over embers. Or perhaps go for one of the many pasta dishes, a legacy of the Italians, which might include green tagliatelle with fresh prawns. And to finish up, try rožata, the local version of crème brûlée, which is subtly flavoured with rozalin (rose liqueur).

Drowsy Slano, sitting peacefully on a sleepy bay, is not a nightlife hub. This is exactly how most holiday-makers like it, as this is a destination for those in search of peace and quiet. However, you can amble between the beachfront tavernas, enjoying a drink out on the terrace and soaking up the sea views. You could also pack a bottle of wine and some nibbles, and take a walk around the bay to find your own picturesque picnic spot as the sun goes down. If you’re in the mood for some nightlife, then hit bustling Dubrovnik, which may be famous for its historic monuments, but also boasts fantastic bars and clubs that will keep you dancing until dawn.

Quiet and peaceful Slano is an ideal destination for a family holiday, if you want to bask in the sun, potter about on the beach, and perhaps enjoy a wonderful sailing trip out to the offshore islands. The calm waters of this protected bay are ideal for even the youngest children, who will enjoy swimming and snorkelling on one of the many small beaches. You can rent out sunbeds and parasols, and perhaps hire a kayak to explore the tiny coves and bays. The restaurants are family-friendly and accommodating, and the picturesque village, with its charming old buildings, is a delight to stroll around.

Slano is a picturesque little town, full of handsome old buildings, which overlooks a beautiful and sheltered bay. It’s an idyllic spot to kick back and relax with your partner and enjoy a romantic holiday in the sunshine. There are some wonderful walks through the pine-clad hills and olive groves, and you can enjoy long, lazy lunches at a beachfront tavern. Perhaps take a boat excursion out to the pretty and sparsely populated Elafiti Islands, or visit the Mljet archipelago, which is a national park. The spectacular walled city of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, makes for an ideal day trip, and is just 40 minutes away by car or bus.

The calm, sheltered waters of the bay in Slano are ideal for swimming and snorkelling, or you could also rent a kayak or a paddle board and explore the miniature coves that dot this beautifully unspoilt stretch of the Dalmatian Coast. There are lots of fantastic walking and biking trails in the area, which head into the lovely pine-scented hills and around the coast. You could also take a boat excursion to the Elafiti Islands, which have more wonderful walks and treks as well as some secluded little coves to discover. The stunning Mljet archipelago, a national park, can also be reached by boat, and offers a paradisiac landscape of woods, lakes and a breathtaking coastline.

Slano is a beautiful and historic town that has preserved a slew of fine monuments and stone-built houses. Once a summer refuge for local aristocrats, it’s scattered with elegant villas where nobles would spend their summers and still boasts a handsome 15^th-century church. The gorgeous city of Dubrovnik, which UNESCO designated a World Heritage Site, is just 40 minutes away by car. Still wrapped by magnificent medieval walls, its enchanting streets are replete with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque palaces, churches, and monasteries. It has several fine art galleries and museums, many occupying the sumptuous old buildings, and you can also visit the splendid Rector’s Palace and stroll around the massive walls and fortifications.