Duba - all beaches

Free parking and tranquility are the only perks of this beach as it seems to be deserted. Upon arrival, we stumbled upon unused glass vials and syringe needles. The pebbles are round, but they sink underfoot, making it difficult to walk. The sides of the waterfront are covered in large, slippery stones and sea urchins, so it's best to dive in the first few meters. The middle section is more manageable, with smaller stones and a depth of 2 meters. The water is crystal clear, but it's also the coldest we've encountered on our trip to Croatia, including the 12th beach we've visited.

This beach was perfect - it was quiet, clean, and easy to find on Google Maps.

The beach has a serene atmosphere and is a perfect spot for relaxation. Additionally, it is worth noting that the beach is covered with gray pebbles.

This beach is a great option for spending the entire day. The bar and restaurant offer good quality at reasonable prices. It used to be a natural beach a few years ago, but now it has been properly developed for commercial purposes. Parking is free and there is ample space for those who prefer not to rent sunbeds and parasols. The food is delicious and the portions are generous. It's worth mentioning that they have a local wine selection, which is commendable. When you're by the sea, it's important to try wines from the south rather than from the continent because the south of Croatia is an underrated wine region with some of the best autochthonous grape varieties in the world, which have spread from America to Australia. Additionally, there is a small aqua park available for a fee of 7 euros for the entire day. The sea is clean and you can see all the way to the bottom. I highly recommend this beach, especially if you're looking for a stretch along the coast between Gradac and Dubrovnik. Of course, we should exclude those two places and the Pelješac peninsula.

This is the best black risotto I've ever had, and I've had many because it's my favorite. The service in English was also great - the girl even offered a water bowl for our doggie without me having to ask. The menu has a wide variety of items, all of which are actually available and cooked by a professional chef. I'm not sure how they manage to strike the perfect balance between homemade food and restaurant quality, but they do. The location is excellent, right near the Pelešac Bridge with a beautiful view of the seafront. Needless to say, we'll be coming back to the Bridge every evening for dinner and desserts. By the way, you should definitely try their raspberry panna cotta - it's one of their specialties, and my husband says it's the best he's had in years.

The beach is quite small and can be accessed via a steep staircase. The shoreline is covered in large pebbles, and unfortunately, there is no parking available in close proximity. Additionally, there was a noticeable sea breeze, and the water had a greenish tint due to algae. Moreover, there was an odd and unpleasant smell in the air. Overall, swimming at this beach is not particularly enjoyable.