Korčula

Korčula's old town is a miniature fortified city on a small peninsula, built by the Venetians and remarkably well preserved. The island grows its own distinctive wines — the white Pošip grape is particularly good and not widely exported. The town claims to be the birthplace of Marco Polo, which is disputed but adds some character. Outside of August, the pace of life is genuinely quiet. The beaches are good and the local restaurants are considerably better value than anything in Dubrovnik.