The jets of Postira form a silvery hue on the blue tablecloth of the Adriatic Sea; in the distance the bare foothills of the Dinaric Alps recede slowly. A small ferry that looks like a caterpillar, the Postira connects Dubrovnik to the Elaphiti Islands every day. Its quiet roar marks the life of the islanders, barely a thousand people scattered throughout the archipelago. The first stop is a confetti of limestone rock of less than 3 square kilometers, topped with magnificent fragrant pine forests and magical coves. Long a hideaway for coral fishermen, Colochepe is a car-free island where Ragusans like to come and relax on weekends, equipped with masks and snorkels, ready to explore the underwater caves that pierce the cliffs of the southwest coast.
On weekdays, the few eateries on the waterfront wait indifferently for customers. Dubrovnik is just a step away, and the tranquility of the island is already felt. But you have to wait for Postira to do its…
Source: Le Figaro
