Online Program
Adventures Online: Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, Dubrovnik & More
Program No. 24205RJ
From the Dalmatian Coast to the city of Dubrovnik, join our experts to explore the very best of Croatia during this live, online learning adventure!
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5 days
1
Dalmatian history, Diocletian Palace and Split
From the comfort of your own home.
2
Šibenik, UNESCO heritage, village of Draga, Ivan Mestrovic
From the comfort of your own home.
3
Hvar& Stari Grad, Cultural overview from Greeks to present
From the comfort of your own home.
4
Korcula & the Mediterranean Kaleidoscope, The Adriatic Sea
From the comfort of your own home.
5
Dubrovnik - Pearl of the Adriatic, Republic of Ragusa
From the comfort of your own home.
At a Glance
Journey along the Dalmatian Coast to experience the wonders of Croatia during this live, online learning adventure! With experts including art historians and professors from Croatian universities, get a local’s look into the art, history and culture of this fascinating country. Embark on online field trips to the city of Dubrovnik and Diocletian’s Palace in Split, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, to learn about two of Croatia’s most important historic landmarks. You’ll also join your experts for online explorations of of Sibenik, the Adriatic island of Hvar and the fortified town of Korcula to get a further look into Croatian culture and history. Through insightful lectures and lively discussions, learn about the influence of Greek and Roman civilizations, gain insight into local politics and important artworks, and most importantly, enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow Road Scholars.
What You'll Learn
- Explore Dubrovnik, a historic city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, during an expert-led online field trip.
- Enjoy an online field trip to Diocletian’s Palace and learn how the city of Split has grown around this important fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Discover the town of Sibenik, the Adriatic island of Hvar and the fortified town of Korcula during online field trips with local experts.
General Notes
You’ll enjoy 2-3 hours of daily instruction, discussion and/or field trips, which includes sufficient breaks throughout the program. This online program is through Zoom, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. We’ll provide a how-to guide to make sure you’ll have a hassle-free experience. This session is offered live only and will not be available on demand. Please review the daily itinerary for start and end times to ensure you won’t miss a minute of this live experience. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly.
Suggested Reading List
(18 books)
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Adventures Online: Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, Dubrovnik & More
Program Number: 24205
Palgrave Concise Historical Atlas of the Balkans
The changing borders and complex history of the Balkans are clearly and concisely shown through 50 double-page maps and accompanying essays, organized chronologically.
Yugoslavia, Death of a Nation
Called "one of the finest volumes to come out of the war" by the New York Times, this book combines eyewitness reports, political commentary and documentary photographs to elucidate the origins and aftermath of the breakup of Yugoslavia.
The Hired Man
When Duro Kolak encounters a strange car in his small Croatian village of Gost, he offers its British occupants assistance in setting up a summer cottage. But tensions soon develop between the village residents and the foreigners, as painful memories from the Croatian War of Independence are revived.
A Traveller's History of Croatia
Curtis untangles with alacrity the complex history of this nation at the crossroads of Europe.
Croatia Coast Map
A nicely shaded map covering the Dalmatian Coast from Porec to Dubrovnik at a scale of 1:200,000, perfect for the complex coastline.
Black Lamb and Grey Falcon: A Journey Through Yugoslavia
First published in 1941, this monumental work explores the complex history of Yugoslavia, its heroes, politics and culture. It's a big, challenging book -- some call it the best ever written on the Balkans.
Croatia, A Nation Forged in War
A modern history of Croatia, from its medieval origins to Nazi occupation to the present day, written by the British correspondent who reported from the region during the events of 1993.
Dubrovnik, A History
Harris, a journalist who writes frequently on the Balkans, presents a comprehensive portrait of the historically important maritime city-state in this nicely illustrated, scholarly and readable history of Dubrovnik.
How We Survived Communism and Even Laughed
These short essays capture the absurdity, struggle and day-to-day reality of being a woman in Yugoslavia under communism. Drakulic is an award-winning Croatian journalist and novelist.
The Balkan Express
The celebrated Croatian writer describes life in Zagreb during the 1991-1995 Croatian War of Independence in this series of essays, detailing the ways the war encroached upon daily life and eliminated all sense of normality.
Death and the Dervish
The tale of Sheikh Nuruddin, the self-serving dervish of the title, set during Ottoman rule in 18th-century Bosnia. Selimovic (1910-1982) was a well-known Bosnian Muslim author.
City of Fortune, How Venice Ruled the Seas
Crowley spins tales of three centuries of plunder and plague, imperial conquest and piracy in this riveting new history, chronicling the transformation of a tiny city of lagoon dwellers into the richest place on earth.
DK Eyewitness Top Ten Dubrovnik & Dalmatian Coast
This slim guide, geared for visitors on a short stay, features color photographs and maps.
Zagreb, A Cultural History
An illuminating account of the tumultuous but vibrant history of Croatia's capital, with a strong focus on the art and architecture of the city.
The Bridge on the Drina
These linked stories by the Nobel Prize-winning author capture the history and complexity of Christian and Muslim relations during Ottoman occupation. Hewn of stone, the bridge dividing the town of Visegrad was Andric's inspiration.
Eyewitness Guide Croatia
Gorgeously illustrated and filled with excellent maps, this compact book offers a thorough overview of Croatia's history, traditions, cultures and sights.
Balkan Ghosts, A Journey through History
Kaplan interweaves history, art and culture with his travels through Yugoslavia, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece in this regional portrait.
The Balkans, A Short History
With eloquence and clarity, Mazower addresses issues of geography, nationalism and nation in this indispensable survey.
