Dec 27, 2024 · The 11th Dubrovnik Winter Festival has dazzled locals and visitors alike, offering an unprecedented array of events across iconic and newly introduced magical venues. From Santa Claus from Lapland to St. Nicholas, the city has buzzed with festive music and joy, creating a truly unforgettable holiday...

Oct 6, 2024 · Has it been a good year so far for Croatian tourism? Indeed, how do you judge what is a good year? If we look at the number of tourist arrivals and overnight stays, then yes you'd have to conclude that it has been a successful year. And looking at guest satisfaction, for this is probably a more relevant factor, then you would have to say that is has been outstanding. Is tourism in Croatia ...

Jan 2, 2025 · Dubrovnik-Neretva County recorded 2.2 million arrivals and 8.8 million overnight stays in 2024, marking a 7% growth in arrivals and a 6% increase in stays, with strong contributions from UK and US tourists

Dec 18, 2024 · Newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed his picks for several ambassadorial posts via social media, including his choice for the next U.S. ambassador to Croatia. Trump announced that Nicole McGraw, a philanthropist, businesswoman, and renowned art collector, is his nominee for the role. Highlighting her achievements, Trump said: “She has brought beautiful art to the people ...

Sep 22, 2024 · Dubrovnik Airport is experiencing rapid growth, with passenger numbers expected to reach over 3 million this year, up from 2.4 million in 2023. This significant increase is largely driven by Ryanair, which introduced 19 new routes, boosting pre-season travel by over 30 percent. Ryanair's impact...

Dec 27, 2024 · From enchanting ice rinks to vibrant Christmas parades, these markets provide the perfect backdrop for a family Christmas getaway. Dubrovnik hosts a Christmas market featuring traditional treats like arancini, quince jelly, and candied almonds. During Advent, the city offers a variety of holiday act...

Nov 30, 2024 · A rich musical, entertainment, gastronomic, and children's program awaits all visitors to Dubrovnik at this year's 11th Dubrovnik Winter Festival! From November 30th to January 6th, 2025, the entire city will shine in festive attire, officially kicking off this Saturday, November 30th, 2024, at 7 PM with the lighting of decorative holiday displays and thousands of lights. The grand opening ...

Dec 27, 2024 · Two Croatian literary gems have been named among the 12 best-translated works of 2024 by the renowned Paris Review, marking a significant moment for Croatia’s literary scene, reports N1. The selected works—Dubravka Ugrešić’s A Muzzle for Witches and Damir Karakaš’s Celebration—demonstrate the country’s burgeoning reputation in global literature, as reported by …

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Dec 29, 2024 · Today, the first round of the presidential election was held in Croatia. According to exit polls, the incumbent president and candidate of the SDP and its partners, Zoran Milanović, is leading the first round and securing another presidential term with 51.48% of the vote, while the HDZ candidate, Dr...