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Experience Advent in Zagreb 2016

2015-10-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Advent in Zagreb

Coming up in Croatia’s capital, Advent in the Heart of Zagreb is an array of holiday events orchestrated to create an unforgettable Christmas experience for visitors to the city starting November 28th.

Tags: Advent, Christmas 2015, Croatia events, Croatia travel, Zagreb

Dance and Non-verbal Theatre Festival 2014 in Zagreb

2014-06-10 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Zagreb dance

Coming this month to Zagreb, the Dance and Non-verbal Theatre Festival, which will be held from July 19 to July 22.

Tags: Croatia events, dance, Europe dance, Zagreb, Zagreb dance, Zagreb events

The Art of Robert Farber Photo Exhibit Hits Dubrovnik

2013-04-12 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Courtesy Robert Farber

For visitors to Dubrovnik, running from April 4th through May 30th, the Journey through moods exhibition will be at the Dubrovnik Art Gallery. Works by American photographer Robert Farber there reflect the artist’s work since the late 1960’s.

Tags: art, Croatia, Croatia events, dubrovnik, Dubrovnik events, photographs, photography

Coming This Month: The Zabreb Wine Gourmet Weekend

2013-04-02 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Zagreb Wine Gourmet Weekend

Coming to Croatia April 19th and 2oth, the Zabreb Wine Gourmet Weekend 2013 promises more, more, and more international food and wine than ever.

Tags: Croatia events, Croatian food, Croatian wine, Europe fests, wine fests, Zagreb chefs, Zagreb events

Medieval Days at Fjera of Rab, Croatia

2012-07-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Rab Medieval Festival

Today, July 25, the medieval island-city of Rab starts celebrating The Fjera of Rab, an enchanting three-day event recalling the town’s ancient past thorough a vibrant historical show. Reviving the spirit of the Middle Ages, the festival takes place together with the holidays of St Jacob’s Day (July 25th), St Anna’s Day (July 26th) and St Christopher’s Day (July 27th).

Tags: Croatia, Croatia events, Croatia festivals, Croatia travel, Fjera of Rab, Rab, Rab Island, Rab Medieval Festival, St Jacob’s Day, The Fjera of Rab

Zagreb to Host the International Tourism Fair Crotour 2012

2012-04-22 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Tourism Fair 2012

The international tourism fair Crotour 2012 will be held in Zagreb between 9-12 May, featuring exciting tourism programs and entertaining events.

Tags: Croatia events, Croatia tourism, Crotour, International Tourism Fair, Zagreb events

Soundwave Croatia 2011 – Not Like Any Other

2011-07-16 by Phil Butler

Soundwave Croatia

Soundwave Croatia 2011 kicks off next weekend. Described as “the perfect music festival” by many, this Croatian all weekend party is not your ordinary jam packed beach event. It’s a closely jam packed excitement and relaxation break for music lovers.

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The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters

2026-07-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.

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Search Intensifies After Missing Spearfisher’s Gear Found Off Frangokastello

2026-07-08 By Manuel Santos

A Frontex thermal drone and multiple vessels search for a 65-year-old missing spearfisherman in Crete after his gear was found 5 nautical miles offshore.

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Luxury Cruise Ship Silver Nova Makes First Visit to Heraklion

2026-07-08 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion welcomed a new addition to its growing cruise portfolio this week as the luxury cruise ship Silver Nova made its first-ever visit to the Cretan capital. The maiden call was marked by the traditional plaque exchange ceremony aboard the vessel, attended by representatives of the Heraklion Port Authority, the Hellenic Coast Guard, and the […]

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Chania Municipal Market Targets September Reopening After Years of Restoration

2026-07-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Chania’s restored Municipal Market is expected to reopen in September, with shop owners beginning work on their premises during July.

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Heraklion Restaurants See Plenty of Visitors but Less Spending This Summer

2026-07-08 By Victoria Udrea

Heraklion’s hospitality sector says visitor numbers remain strong, but cautious spending and rising costs are squeezing restaurant businesses.

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