Some two hours by yacht from Dubrovnik, Korčula is a heaven for history buffs, nature lovers, wine aficionados, and curious day trippers. Protected by historic gates where lions welcome you as a testament to the island's Venetian era, the Old Town of Korčula is a charming maze of stone alleyways that are still inhabited today. Visit the house of the explorer Marco Polo, and trace the island's history all the way back to the ancient Greeks with your local guide. Then enjoy the town on your own; perhaps try the traditional pasta Žrnovski makaruli. Returning to Dubrovnik, stop for a dip in a secret cove of your choosing.