Man, what a day! I’m a forester, right? So, I’m used to chillin’ in the woods, not dodging tourists in Dubrovnik. But today? Wow. Just wow.
So, I roll into the city, right? First thing I see is the walls. Those massive stone walls. Like, who needs a gym when you can just walk those? I’m huffin’ and puffin’ like I just ran a marathon. But hey, the view from the top? Breathtaking! You can see the Adriatic Sea, all blue and sparkly. Makes ya wanna dive in, but nah, I’m not about to ruin my boots.
I hit up Stradun, the main street. It’s packed! Like, sardines in a can packed. Tourists everywhere, takin’ selfies. I mean, c’mon, it’s just a street! But then I see this street performer. He’s playin’ the accordion, and I’m like, “Dude, you’re killin’ it!” I toss him a kuna. He gives me a nod. I feel like a local for a sec.
Then, I decide to grab a bite. I’m thinkin’ seafood, right? So I wander over to a little place on Prijeko. The waiter’s all smiles, and I’m like, “Bro, hit me with the catch of the day!” He brings out this grilled fish that looks like it just swam outta the sea. I’m diggin’ in, and it’s so fresh, I half-expect it to start floppin’ again.
But then, bam! My phone buzzes. It’s my buddy back home. He’s like, “Dude, you gotta see this!” He sends me a video of a bear in the woods. I’m like, “Bro, I’m in Dubrovnik! No bears here!” But I can’t help but laugh.
After lunch, I stroll down to the Old Port. The boats are bobbin’ like they’re at a party. I see this one boat, and it’s got a bunch of people on it, lookin’ all fancy. I’m like, “What’s up with that?” Turns out, they’re doin’ a wine tour. I’m like, “Man, I could use some wine.” But I’m a forester, not a wino.
Then, I get this wild idea. I’m gonna climb up to Fort Lovrijenac. It’s a hike, but I’m feelin’ adventurous. I’m sweatin’ like a pig by the time I get there. But the view? Holy moly! You can see the whole city. I’m takin’ pics, feelin’ like a king. But then, I trip over a rock. Classic me, right? I’m sprawled out, and some tourists laugh. I just wave it off. “Yeah, I meant to do that!”
As I’m leavin’ the fort, I bump into this old lady. She’s got this huge basket of figs. I’m like, “Wow, those look good!” She hands me one, and I’m like, “No way, I can’t take that!” But she insists. So, I take a bite, and it’s like a burst of sweetness. I’m in heaven.
But then, I get mad. I see some tourists littering. Like, c’mon! This place is beautiful! I’m ready to give ‘em a lecture, but I just shake my head. Not worth it.
As the sun starts settin’, I head back to the walls. The sky’s all orange and pink. It’s magical. I sit down, just takin’ it all in. I think about my forest back home. The peace, the quiet. But today? Today was a wild ride.
I finally head back to my hotel, exhausted but happy. Dubrovnik, you’ve got my heart. But I’m ready to get back to the trees. No more tourists for a while, please!