Tiny European town is expected to become this summer’s big hit

Move over Split and Dubrovnik... Cavtat in Croatia has been named the Most Exclusive Destination 2024 by website European Best Destinations.

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Dubbed the "Croatian Tuscany," the charming town is situated only 18 km from Dubrovnik.

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The medieval town sits on the waterfront of the southernmost tip of the Dubrovnik Riviera, with two harbours lined with cafes and stalls.

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Rather than the busy clubs and bars people might expect from elsewhere in Croatia, Cavtat is a more laidback holiday destination.

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Previous tourists have raved about the town, with one person saying it was "one of the most beautiful places they'd been".

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If you need to cool off, watersports such as snorkelling, kayaking and parasailing are popular, or you can rent a boat from the harbour for a day trip.

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Flights from the UK to Dubrovnik take around three hours, and can be found for as little as £27. Cavtat is a half hour bus ride, or 10-minute taxi away.

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