The nightlife in Croatia’s second-largest city could soon look quite a bit different for visitors on vacation getaways. The city of Split is proposing a ban on the sale of alcohol between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Licensed venues such as bars, restaurants and nightclubs would remain exempt. Economy Minister Ante Šušnjar announced … Read more
A man has declared himself president of a self-proclaimed country nestled in a disputed patch of land between Croatia and Serbia — and it comes complete with a flag, cabinet, currency and nearly 400 citizens. Daniel Jackson founded the Free Republic of Verdis, a less than 125-acre sliver of forest along the Danube River. He did … Read more
A picture of a forbidden plane seat has attracted huge attention online after a baffled passenger took to Facebook to ask why the seat next to him was mysteriously off limits. The middle seat in the back row of a Croatia Airlines Airbus A220-300 (seat 31E) has a strict message stitched into the fabric: “Do … Read more
Tahiti, St. Thomas and the French Riviera — I’ve yachted in all of these exotic locales, albeit from the comfort of my couch. And, millions of Americans are in the same boat. In 2013, “Below Deck,” introduced the masses to the most glamorous mode of traveling: yachting. Since then, it’s become a Bravo mainstay with … Read more
It’s a plane bargain. New analytical data has found the best week of the summer to travel for the cheapest cost. As airlines prepare for a massive volume of flyers in the months to come, researchers at Skyscanner.com report that families of four can save up to $1,064 simply by traveling during that seven day … Read more
The fastest electric vehicle in the world is speeding into the Big Apple. With a top speed of 256 mph, the Rimac Nevera is headed from its birthplace in Croatia to center stage at the New York Auto Show. The hypercar, which retails for $2.5 million, is made by Rimac Automobili. The one at the … Read more
Croatia is one of the most picturesque destinations in Europe with the city of Dubrovnik attracting hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. From the stunning coastline and islands, to the food and warmth of the people, it’s no surprise tourists flock to the city. But if you’re heading to the hotspot this summer, you … Read more
Kate Winslet is ready to get back to work after a hospital visit following a mishap while filming an upcoming project in Croatia. The actress was shooting her titular role in the historical drama film Lee when an on-set accident led to her being taken to a nearby hospital to ensure that she was OK, … Read more
DUBROVNIK, Croatia (AP) — A pair of U.S. Air Force B52 strategic bombers flew over the Croatian resort of Dubrovnik and three other NATO-member states in the region on Monday as a sign of support amid a Russian offensive in Ukraine. In addition to the walled Croatian tourist destination of Dubrovnik, the plane flew to … Read more