New Law on Foreigners in Croatia Coming This Year
ZAGREB, May 3, 2018 - Interior Ministry State Secretary Žarko Katić said in parliament on Thursday that the adoption of a new bill on foreigners could be expected in the last quarter of the year, adding that illegal immigrants pose a threat to the state's security. Katić admitted that the number of immigrants was growing, however, it "hasn't increased drastically compared to last year."
Council of Europe Warns Croatia about Deficiencies in Fighting Corruption
ZAGREB, May 3, 2018 - The Group of States against Corruption of the Council of Europe (GRECO) warned in a report on Thursday of a "reversal of progress in the fight against corruption," singling out Romania, Poland and Greece, while Croatia is among the eight countries with the highest number of non-implemented GRECO recommendations aimed at strengthening the capacity to combat corruption.
Croatia Airlines Launches Direct Flight to Dublin
Croatia Airlines expects many tourists from the emerald isle.
Sailing in Croatia: Opening and Day 1 Account of the Hanse Cup Adriatic 2018
From the 21st – 24th April 2018, we attended the Hanse Cup Adriatic organised by Croatia Yachting Charter, it was an amazing 3 days of sailing and fun. Here, we bring you the account from the opening day and first day of racing.
Diaspora Roots - Purger Nostalgia...
My dad being Scottish, my mum Croatian and me speaking with an American accent, I was torn as to what to wear to prom. A kilt, a tracksuit equipped with a bottle of rakija or the Declaration of Independence printed enough times to cover my private parts? For some reason, a tux never seemed to cross my mind...
EU Expects Croatia's Economy to Grow 2.8% in 2018
ZAGREB, May 3, 2018 - The European Commission expects the Croatian economy to grow at a rate of 2.8%, sticking to the forecast it made three months ago, and the Commission assesses that the growth is based on rising personal consumption and investments, whereas the developments surrounding the ailing private Agrokor company still pose a risk to be a headwind to growth.
Dalmatian Heaven on Korcula: Bire Celebrates 20 Years of Grk at Lesic Dimitri
May 3, 2018 - A lesson in Dalmatian perfection at the second Korcula Spring Food and Wine Fair, as the Bire winery celebrates 20 years of its Lumbarda winery with a six-course Lesic Dimitri special last Saturday.
Croatia Airlines Pilots to Strike at Beginning of Tourist Season?
Rather unwelcome news for most, but will it happen?
A Lesson in Luxury Tourism: Meet the Nikola Tesla EV Rally 2018 Itinerary
May 3, 2018 - A luxury tourism event which showcases the very best of Croatia. Take a look at what is in store for participants of the 2018 Nikola Tesla EV Rally next month, the quietest rally in the world.
First Bitcoin Store Opens in Split!
Have you heard about the new Bitcoin Store in Split?
