The opulent Villa Orsula — part of the Adriatic Luxury Hotels collection — is located along Dubrovnik’s seafront with spectacular private gardens and status as the city’s most luxurious hotel. Built in 1939 and beautifully restored prior to its grand re-opening in 2012, it features a library and private beach, and has added to its already impressive standing in the culinary world with the appointment of chef Robert Chavez to the team at Victoria Restaurant & Lounge Bar.

Taste the magic for yourself at one of the Mediterranean’s most stylish new properties with the Mediterranean Boutique Escape, available through the end of 2015. Along with three night’s accommodation in a spacious room with gorgeous views of the sea and the island of Lokrum, guests receive a bottle of Moët & Chandon and locally harvested strawberries in their room upon arrival, and a personalized shopping expedition at Maria Concept Store in the city’s Old Town, with purchases delivered directly to your room.

The escape includes personal chauffer service to and from Old Town, a welcome drink to launch the shopping experience and a €100 gift voucher. Airport transfers in a luxury town car are provided upon arrival and departure, along with early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability). Breakfast is complimentary each morning, along with access to the wellness and spa facilities at the Hotel Excelsior next door (also a member of Adriatic Luxury Hotels). Prices begins at €1,358 (about $1,537).