Travel

March 25, 2020 - With so many people dependent on tourism as COVID-19 continues to spread, will there even be a tourist season in Croatia and elsewhere this year? Some things to consider.  (THIS ARTICLE IS NOW AVAILABLE IN CROATIAN, HAVING BEEN PUBLISHED BY INDEX.HR ON MARCH 27) One of the more surreal aspects of this current madness is the level of understanding and acceptance of the new reality among people. Some had alarm bells ringing in early January when news broke about COVID-19, while others at the other end of the spectrum expect things to return to normal by…

March 24, 2020 - More great advice for those in the travel industry as we wait for things to improve. Build scenarios! Depending on where you live it has been a week, two or three that your business has been ordered into lockdown. For most of us it feels like months, or even years, when it has really been weeks only. It also feels like you are already late with decision making, and you feel the urge to sort things out as soon as possible. This is understandable, this desire to get things under control. I have the same urge,…

March 24, 2020 - As the coronavirus dominates and the effects of the Zagreb earthquake are being felt, a Croatia travel update on flights, borders, restrictions and the new measures announced by the Government.  Things are changing very quickly as the coronavirus crisis escalates in Europe. A Croatia travel update on what is - and is not - open or running.  But if we were to sum up the travel advice in Croatia at the moment in one word, it would be this - don't.  Leading Croatian Scientist Igor Rudan explains why in his latest fantastic piece - Why We…

March 23, 2020 - The British Embassy in Zagreb has published the latest travel advice in the light of border closures and coronavirus.  The British Embassy in Zagreb has published the latest official travel advice for British nationals from the Foreign Office, which you can find below.  The British Government strongly advises the immediate return to the UK of all British travellers overseas in these uncertain times of border closures and the spread of coronavirus.  Although most flights have been grounded and there is a 30-day closure of EU borders, there ARE still flight options from Zagreb to London, due…

CROATIA TRAVEL UPDATE, March 24, 2020 - LOTS of changes. March 23, 2020 - As the coronavirus dominates and the effects of the Zagreb earthquake are being felt, a Croatia travel update on flights, ferries, trains, buses, borders and roads.  Things are changing very quickly as the coronavirus crisis escalates in Europe. A Croatia travel update on what is - and is not - open or running.  But if we were to sum up the travel advice in Croatia at the moment in one word, it would be this - don't.  Croatia is imposing ever stricter measures to restrict movement…

March 21, 2020 - It is a UNESCO tradition which has taken place each year for 500 years despite the challenges of fascism, socialism and the Egyptian desert. But will Za Krizen 2020 beat the coronavirus?  When the coronavirus spread throughout Europe, there was much talk about banning events and social gatherings. Most were focused on rock concerts or Premier League matches, but my mind turned to something a little closer to my heart. If this event were cancelled due to COVID-19, what a statement for history! For this event has been challenged many times before, in different trying historical…

March 21, 2020 - What is happening with Ryanair in Croatia? So many flight cancellations to Zadar, but not other coastal destinations. And what about the Hideout Festival? The situation regarding flights with Ryanair in Croatia has been taking up an ever larger part of my inbox in recent times. Emails such as this have become commonplace: Any clue why ryanair flights to zadar in june and july got cancelled overnight? Theres still several months to go... Any advice you could provide is greatly appreciated Hvala puno! I decided to look into the situation, and what I found was VERY…

March 23, 2020 Croatia Travel Update March 21, 2020 - As the coronavirus dominates, a Croatia travel update on flights, ferries, trains, buses, borders and self-isolation. Some big changes announced today. Things are changing very quickly as the coronavirus crisis escalates in Europe. A Croatia travel update on what is - and is not - open or running.  Croatia Travel Update: Are the borders of Croatia open?  This is the latest official information from HAK on the situation at the borders of Croatia. For the latest information (in English), check out the HAK website.  At the following border crossings transit…

March 21, 2020 - Running a business in the travel industry in these chaotic times? Some thoughts from Zoran Pejovic, CEO of Paradox Hospitality in Split.  Stay visible! Communicate! Be mindful! Coronavirus disease, the virus pandemic and the symbiotic fear pandemic, is an unprecedented global event that is about to bring the developed world to a halt. Nothing similar has ever happened in our lifetime. Nothing will ever be the same. Things will get back to normal one day, but it will be a new normal. Embrace this information. Become aware of the new and developing context. Be mindful of…

MARCH 23, 2020 CROATIA TRAVEL UPDATE March 20, 2020 - As the coronavirus dominates, a Croatia travel update on flights, ferries, trains, buses, borders and self-isolation.  Things are changing very quickly as the coronavirus crisis escalates in Europe. A Croatia travel update on what is - and is not - open or running.  Croatia Travel Update: Are the borders of Croatia open?  This is the latest official information from HAK on the situation at the borders of Croatia. For the latest information (in English), check out the HAK website.  Transit passengers information, if travelling through Republic of Croatia: use motorways…