If,
after having visited us, you liked our apartment, please send us a
few sentences with your impressions which we will gladly include in
this guestbook.
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June
2009 - Vladimir, Irina, Tamara and Tanusha,
From Russia with love
We were the first Russian guests of Katija and Dado, the owners of
Bonacic apartment. We are happy that we chose this apartment among
the others. We liked it very much as we felt there like at home. It
was rather big and airy with two balconies, three bathrooms and very
functional kitchen. The location is fantastic as it is situated very
close to everything: beach, restaurants, bus stop to Dubrovnik, small
market / bakery / supermarket and sea port. There is a nice walking
strip connecting the apartment with the beach. The strip is full of
restaurants for different tastes and money, small shops and travel
agents, everything that allows to feel you on holidays. We arrived
into the apartment late at night as the flight was delayed for 5-6
hours and were pleasantly surprised that there was a meal for the
1st day in fridge and also bread and cakes.
Katija and Dado were always in contact with us for any questions and
their invaluable advices were always helpful. First thing that we
made upon arrival we checked apartment availability for the next summer.
Unfortunately!! the period we wanted was reserved. Lucky competitors
and poor we. We know for sure that we'll be back here.
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May
- June 2009 - Detlef, Bärbel, Sepp and Ilse, Germany
Detlef, Bärbel, Sepp und Ilse verbrachten 14 wunderbare Tage
in der Ferienwohnung von Katija und Dado in Lapad, Vorort von Dubrovnik.
Schon im Vorfeld bei der Buchung hatte wir einen sehr netten Kontakt.
Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr großzügig in der Raumaufteilung
und mit allem ausgestattet was benötigt wird. Wir wurden bei
unserere Ankunft sehr lieb begrüßt und eingewiesen. Selbst
für ein Frühstück und Getränke war schon gesorgt.
Katija und Dado standen immer zur Verfügung um Hilfe zu leisten.
Sogar zu den Geburtstagen von Sepp und Bärbel haben sie mit einer
guten Flasche Wein gratuliert. Die Busstation vor der Tür machte
die Fahrt mit dem Bus nach Dubrovnik-Altstadt problemlos n wenigen
Minuten. Insgesamt blieben keine Wünsche offen, wir bedanken
uns für die herzliche Gastfreundschaft und wünschen Katija
und Dado viele und zufriedene Gäste. Wir verbleiben mit freiundlichen
Grüßen Detlef und Anhang.
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Oct
2008 to Feb 2009 - Rick, Susan, Teodora & Monica - South Carolina,
USA
Our family
spent five months in Dubrovnik, at Apartment Bonacic. Our experience
was wonderful. The location of the apartment is ideal – a short
walk to the beach, the university, the markets, and at a convenient
bus stop. We appreciated the conveniences in the spacious apartment,
such as the Internet, washing machine, and modern kitchen appliances.
In addition to the nice apartment, Dado and Katija were fantastic
hosts, pointing us to many, many places making our stay very enjoyable.
By the time we left, our Lapad neighborhood felt like home. If we
are able to return to Dubrovnik, we hope to stay at Apartment Bonacic
again.
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September
2008 - Phil & Lorna and Robyn & Alan, Australia
We
enjoyed our stay in the apartment last month. The bedrooms and living
room are so spacious, the kitchen fully equipped and to be able to
do the laundry in-house after so many days on the road just made it
all the more easier. The location is superb in Lapad as it is a very
pretty area. The bonus is that the bus stop to the old town is immediately
adjacent to the apartment and the bus ride takes only about ten minutes.
Dubrovnik is a small peaceful city but above all the old town is one
of the most beautiful and charming places we’ve ever visited
(twice now).
Finally,
Katija and Dado are simply two of the nicest and obliging people you
could hope to meet. They were very kind and helpful when we met particularly
as Dado went out searching the street for
us when at first we got ourselves lost. We hope to get back to Dubrovnik
and see them again one day.
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September
2008 - Russel and Petra - UK
The
apartment was wonderful and very spacious. It was just a short walk
from all amenities including the beach. It's on a pedestrian access
only road which was especially safe for the kids. The beach was really
nice and just a short walk (10 to 15 minutes) around the coast was
a hotel where we could use their 2 pools, one of which was a paddling
pool. The resturant was also great which meant we spent a couple of
great days just lounging around.
Katija and Dado are two of the nicest people you could wish to meet,
very freindly and helpful. We shall hopefully return one day soon.
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August
2008 - Karen, Sandie, Mark and James - UK
This was
our second time staying in the Bonacic apartment in Lapad. We stayed
last year and enjoyed it so much we decided we wanted to return this
summer to explore the area further. The apartment itself is first
rate. In terms of location it is fantastic being right on the corner
of the main strip in Lapad which stretches down to the small beach
area at the end. The strip is full of good restaurants and small shops
- lot's of choice but not overly busy. Also as the apartment has double
glazing so that later at night if you are not out into the small hours
of the morning the buzz outside doesn't prevent sleep. The bus stop
is right outside the flat and it's only a short 10 minute ride into
the buzz of Dubrovnik old town. To get to the bigger beach areas if
you don't want to walk in the heat or take the car if you have one
(parking can be difficult at the beach area) we found that the bus
also takes you straight there, again in less than 10 mins. The apartment
is large and airy and fully air conditioned which was a real highlight
for us as temperatures soared outside. There are two balcony areas
to view the buzz outside or sit with a beer and catch up on some reading.
The kitchen area is fully functional with large fridge, dishwasher
and all the pot's/pans etc you could need which was great as we had
lazy breakfasts in the apartment most mornings. Also there is a washing
machine and drying lines on the balconies. Endless stack of clean
towels and bedding, plus washing up cleaners and powders meant that
we didn't have to shop for this. On that note - around the corner
just a few minutes away there is a butchers, and medium sized supermarket
for fresh bread/milk, drinks etc. Each morning there is also a outside
market selling fresh produces (fruit and vegetables). Another highlight
of the apartment for us is a computer with full internet access in
the living room, this was very useful as we had a 14year old with
us and he was able to e-mail his friends and use the web in particular
while the adults were chilling out or getting ready to go out. TV
with CNN meant we were able to keep up with international news in
English (although we decided to take a news holiday apart from the
Olympic opening ceremony). The only one small suggestion we would
make to add to the TV would be a DVD player so that the youngsters
can watch the odd DVD if bored while the adults are sitting and relaxing
on the balcony.
So, to sum up we would highly recommend this apartment and area if
you are staying in Dubrovnik.
Highlights of our trip were, taking the boat trip, visits to the old
town to soak up the atmosphere. If you are in the old town a must
visit is the Bouza bar set into the cliff face with the most stunning
views and relaxed atmosphere. The beaches are busy and although not
sandy very pleasant with good areas for swimming. There are also some
stunning coastal drives - we did one to visit the Arboretum gardens
near Zaton, and then lunched at the Konoba Ankora restuarant in Zaton
itself, (it was recommended to us and lived up to expectations), then
back up the coast to Slano which has a beautiful little bay for swimming,
and then on up the coast as far as the border crossing into Bosnia
-Hercegovina. We didn't have our passports so couldn't cross over.
The drive had some of the most stunning views you'll experience anywhere!
So, we would highly recommend this area of Croatia for holiday. We
also loved the fact that there were not too many British people there,
as far as we could see, and a wide range of European holiday makers,
making it a truly international experience.
Fantastic location, brilliant apartment and a great holiday!!
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June
2008 - Solveig, Margunn and Harald - Norway
What
a "dream week"! After planning going to Dubrovnik, Croatia
and some neighbour countries in about half a year we were two families
leaving Norway for a week with apartment in Dubrovnik. Arriving Dubrovnik
Katija and Dado met us near the apartment. Their kindness followed
us during the week. In the kitchen there were food for the first day,
and if we had any difficulties, we could call them. We got all the
nessecary information which helped us to be known in the area at once.
The apartment was superb for two families, four grown-ups and two
youths. And the area arround is exactly what you can read about in
their web-site. For us Dubrovnik also became "the city without
clouds" - what we enjoyed. Dubrovnik
is, in addition to be a lovely city, placed near nice areas, islands
and historical places in other countries. We
will recommend this apartment to other people who want to go to Dubrovnik.
This is a home and area you will enjoy yourself. We wish to come back!!!
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August
2007 – Shaw Family - UK
A
superb apartment in an ideal situation for exploring the area –
shops, restaurants, beaches, boats and buses all very close by. The
accommodation had all the comforts of home with the air conditioning
very welcome and the internet access a great hit with the children.
At night very little noise could be heard from the road or bars and
restaurants. On arrival there was a very warm welcome from the owners
who gave very useful information about sightseeing, beaches and where
to eat. Definitely will be back and will be recommending the accommodation
to friends.
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July
2007 - Jim, Sue and Steve - Leamington Spa, UK
We'd
like to recommend Apartment Bonacic - we spent a lovely week there
21-28 July 2007. Katija and Dado couldn't do enough for us - fresh
food in the fridge and lots of advice about where to go and what to
do. The flat is perfect - at the start of an attractive pedestian
walkway to the beach lined with places to eat and a 10 minute bus
ride to the beautiful old town. We'd recommend a boat trip to the
Elaphite Islands on the KATARINA complete with fantastic lunch at
the captain's house.
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July
2007 - The Krilanovich Family - San Francisco, California
What
a delight! Our hosts were helpful, the apartment perfectly appointed
(the teens loved having the net and TV available and we were able
to complete some business/work as well) and the location was better
than we could have ever planned. We bussed to the Old Town frequently,
walked to the beach daily, and when we wanted to be close to home,
the restaurants less than two blocks away were very good. When we
island hopped, the port was close enough. Parking was never a problem.
Sound sleeping in temperature perfect surroundings, comfortable and
well maintained everything, and such a great value. Don't miss this
place!
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April
2007 - Moira and Clark - United Kingdom
We spent the first 2 weeks of April 2007 at
the Apartment Bonacic. For us it was the perfect location because
we could walk to the beach in a few minutes or get a bus to the Old
Town right at the door. The apartment is spotlessly clean, comfortable
and quiet behind double glazed windows on a busy corner. Everything
is provided to ensure a relaxing holiday. We hope to return on another
occasion.
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October
2006 - John & Ann Reynor - Ireland
Just a line from some happy visitors who found Dubrovnik
to be a wonderful destination, Lapad to be a perfect location and
apartment Bonacic to be Exceptional Accommodation. Thank you, the
comfort, with all the mon cons. and good value of your apartment added
to the enjoyment of our holiday. We would recommend Apartment Bonacic
to anyone wishing to visit Dubrovnik.
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September
2006 - Kevin & Barbara Quinn - Australia
Thanks for
your welcome and hospitality during our stay in Dubrovnik.
Your apartment
is ideally located and has every facility literally on its doorstep
- public transport, tourist infromation, supermarket, fresh produce
market, post office, internet, ATM, barber, restaurants, beach, beautiful
walks......Yet it was wonderfully private.
The facilities were excellent for four people and nothing more could
be expected. The availabliity of the internet was wonderful.
We had a car and were worried about parking but it was not a problem.
We will recommend your place to anyone who is visiting Durbovnik.
Once again many thanks.
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August
2006 - Howard and Carolyn - Australia
Right
from our very first contact by email we felt welcomed by Katija and
Dado. Their efficient arrangements gave us great confidence and our
arrival went very smoothly thanks to their assistance. As we were
travelling with 3 children under 5 this was greatly appreciated. Katija
had even put some supplies in the fridge for the kids.
Apartment Bonacic is well appointed and in a beautiful and convenient
part of Dubrovnik. The whole family enjoyed our stay. Katija and Dado
gave us great tips on where to go and where to eat.
Dubrovnik itself is very special and our decision to book the apartment
has made our time there one of the highlights of our 3 month round
the world trip.
We will definitely be coming back.
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August
2006 - Penny and Robert - United Kingdom
More
than just a trip to Dubrovnik - thank you for making our stay memorable
— you welcomed us warmly and were so informative about what
we could do. Before coming we did not realise that Lapad itself was
so attractive — in such easy reach of Dubrovnik - but a resort
of its own — your apartment was so central to everything —
the beach — pleasant restaurants — and spectacular views.
The apartment was comfortable — and with a choice of two balconies
— had everything and more than we required. Altogether a memorable
stay. Sadly we didn't have time to do everything — so be warned,
we will be back.
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July
2006 - Vigdis, Knut, Petter and Olga - Norway
We want
to say thanks for a nice vacation in Dubrovnik. We rented this apartment
and that was a good idea – which we can recomend you to do.
The apartment is located 5 minutes from the beaches of Lapad, at the
end of a street with nice restaurants and bars, and near the bus stop
for buses to the old city of Dubrovnik. The apartment was very nice
and with everything we needed for making our holiday pleasant.
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