Travel
Thursday, 10 March 2022
Dubrovnik Among 50 Destinations Selected for EU Smart Tourism Destinations
ZAGREB, 10 March 2022- The European Commission's Smart Tourism Destinations initiative has selected Dubrovnik among 50 destinations that will be given the opportunity to participate in a series of activities aimed at improving sustainable tourism practices, the City of Dubrovnik City said on Thursday. Dubrovnik was selected after applying to the EU Destination Managers call as part of the Smart Tourism Destinations initiative and meeting the set criteria of previous experience, motivation and expectations as well as technical capacities. Dubrovnik applied using its experience and know-how through the implementation of the Altereco and Respect the City projects. "Dubrovnik's selection to be a stakeholder in this project is yet…
Thursday, 10 March 2022
Five Places You Must Visit During Spring in Croatia
March 10, 2022 - This month, the frigid temperatures and strong winds of winter have already begun to turn into warm and colorful days, thus welcoming spring. Is it worth visiting during this time of year? Of course. And here are five places you cannot miss during spring in Croatia. Winter in Croatia is a difficult concept to criticize. Despite low temperatures, strong winds, snow, or rain, Croatians have always found a way to positively view the arrival of the winter months. In central and eastern Croatia, the cold and snow are not strong enough to break the spirit of…
Thursday, 10 March 2022
4 Ryanair Pula Summer Flights Announced, Brussels Airlines Returns to Zadar
March 10, 2022 - The latest flight news to Croatia as four Ryanair Pula summer flights have been announced, and Brussels Airlines returns to Zadar Airport. Irish low-cost airline Ryanair will operate on four international routes from Pula Airport this summer. Namely, these are direct flights to destinations in Austria, Belgium, Poland, and the United Kingdom, reports Croatian Aviation. The first line to London (Stansted Airport) will run from March 27, twice a week, on Thursdays and Sundays. From June 2, the third weekly flight is added, on Tuesdays, with this flight schedule remaining in force until the end of…
Thursday, 10 March 2022
Croatia Airlines Osijek-Munich Line Will be Year-Round as Cooperation Continues
March 10, 2022 - Croatia Airlines and Osijek Airport have continued cooperation on developing the international Osijek-Munich line and agreed that it would be year-round, ensuring that passengers from Osijek-Baranja County have a direct connection with Europe throughout the year. It should be reminded that direct Osijek-Munich flights were introduced at the initiative of Osijek-Baranja County, the City of Osijek, Osijek-Baranja County Tourist Board, Osijek Tourist Board, and Osijek Airport, after which Croatia Airlines and Osijek Airport signed an agreement on business cooperation based on which the national carrier, from November 15, 2021, to January 14, 2022, and for the first…
Wednesday, 9 March 2022
Opatija Tourism Breaking Records Set Back in Pre-Pandemic 2019!
March the 9th, 2022 - The beautiful town of Opatija which is situated along Kvarner's dramatic coastline is breaking records it set back in pre-pandemic 2019, offering a more than encouraging insight into Croatian tourism recovery as a whole. Opatija tourism figures certainly don't have much to complain about so far in 2022 as we move forward. Opatija tourism numbers are looking excellent for the month of February 2022, and this beautiful town which boasts stunning Austro-Hungarian architecture, beautiful views and an ease of connectivity to many places across the rest of the country, including Rijeka and Zagreb, looks as…
Wednesday, 9 March 2022
19 easyJet Summer Lines to Pula, Split, Dubrovnik Operate from End of March
March 9, 2022 - The latest flight news to Croatia as 19 easyJet summer lines to Pula, Split, and Dubrovnik begin at the end of the month! At the beginning of the summer flight schedule, British airline easyJet is introducing regular flights to Pula, Split and Dubrovnik airports. In the last week of March, easyJet will operate 44 return flights to three Croatian airports, reports Croatian Aviation. easyJet will be a regular guest at the airports in Pula, Rijeka, Zadar, Split and Dubrovnik this summer. Pula lineseasyJet is announcing a total of 9 scheduled flights to Pula Airport this summer,…
Monday, 7 March 2022
Croatia on a Shoestring: 10 Money Saving Tips for Travelers
7 March 2022 - Have rising costs from inflation put a slight dampener on your travel plans to Croatia? Fret not! We look at various ways you can enjoy a trip of a lifetime without breaking the bank featuring 10 money saving tips for travelers. Enjoy the best of Croatia without financial strain. (Image: Pexels) 1. Let’s start with an obvious one if you can: try to visit Croatia during the shoulder seasons, April - June for Spring and September to November for Fall. Not only do you avoid the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds, if you’re on the coast, but the sea…
Monday, 7 March 2022
ITA Airways Flights to Dubrovnik and Split Announced for 2022 Summer
March 7, 2022 - The latest flight news to Croatia as ITA Airways flights to Dubrovnik and Split have been announced in the 2022 summer schedule of the new airline. New Italian airline ITA Airways has announced regular operations to Dubrovnik and Split airports, reports Croatian Aviation. Just as was the case with Alitalia, ITA Airways is announcing two routes to Croatia in the upcoming summer flight schedule - from Rome to Split and Dubrovnik. The planned number of operations is almost identical to that of Alitalia, whose business was continued by ITA Airways. The only difference is the type…
Sunday, 6 March 2022
Wondrous Landscapes of Cape Kamenjak, Istria's Southernmost Point
March 5th, 2022 - Beaches, dinosaurs, gigantic swings and breathtaking views: the nature reserve at the southern tip of Istria truly has it all, and then some There’s no better time to visit a popular summer destination than on a crisp windy day in early March: Cape Kamenjak, the southernmost point of Istria, was ours to explore today. Located at the foot of Premantura peninsula not far from Pula, the area is a protected nature reserve, open for visitors all year round. South of Premantura village, you’ll find no accommodation facilities or camping grounds. Save for a few bars scattered…
Saturday, 5 March 2022
Ryanair Croatia Expansion Expected in 'Near Future'
March 5, 2022 - Director of Operations of Ryanair’s subsidiary Lauda Europe, Tadej Notersberg, reveals the Ryanair Croatia expansion plans. EX-YU Aviation News spoke to the Director of Operations of Ryanair’s subsidiary Lauda Europe, Tadej Notersberg, about the Ryanair Croatia expansion, which should be expected soon. “We can see that demand in Croatia is generally very high. We can also see that the Croatian market has huge potential. There were many routes missing, and the full potential of Croatia wasn’t utilized in the past. The Ryanair Group recognized this potential, and we, as Lauda Europe, are very happy that we…
Saturday, 5 March 2022
Croatian Tourist Board Moscow Office Exists But With No Current Function
March the 5th, 2022 - The Croatian Tourist Board Moscow office is still there despite the current events surrounding Russia following its unjustified invasion of neighbouring Ukraine, but it currently has no function at all. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Marija Crnjak writes, other sectors of the economy that have openly condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine have been joined by officially European tourism. A statement on Thursday issued a statement from the European Travel Commission, whose members condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression, while helping refugees in need of services such as transport or accommodation. Support has also been announced for all those…
