Croatia

Croatia Calling: the Carnival in Crikvenica

2013-02-11 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Winter is chased away and spring is summoned by the loud noise of drums each year at the Carnival in Crikvenica, Croatia lasts for over a month, from January till mid February. This carnival goes way back in Crikvenica, data in the State Archive placing an edition way back, in 1895. The first masks for […]

Tough Year Ahead for Croatian Tourism

2012-12-28 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Croatia’s Tourism Minister has warned that the country’s tourism industry is facing a challenge year ahead, in spite of several initiatives launched by the government to boost the nation’s appeal among foreign visitors.

Croatia Airlines Gets Speedy Government Aid before EU Entry

2012-11-27 by Aleksandr Shatskih

National carrier Croatia Airlines has just received a capital boost of EUR 106 million from the local government. The funds injection has been approved just before the Easter European’s country would join the European Union as a means to avoid strict competition regulations. The funds will be given to Croatia Airlines as a capital increase […]

Croatia’s Break Up Museum: A Story of Passion, Romance and Heartbreak

2012-11-04 by Aleksandr Shatskih

What becomes of a teddy bear once given away as a Valentine’s Day gift? Or a wedding dress from a marriage gone awry? Or a garden gnome thrown in a fit of rage against a windscreen during a stormy break up?

Croatia’s Picture Perfect Villages

2012-09-13 by Phil Butler

A story from Adventurous Kate’s travel blog prompted us toe investigate the most picturesque villages in all Croatia. Meet Pučišća: The Most Beautiful Village in Croatia made us wonder?

Vrbnik Shows Off Her Vintners

2012-08-19 by Aleksandr Shatskih

This August 24 to 25, Vrbnik shows off her vintners, in a local festival known as Island wine days Krk – Vrbnik 2012.

Split Remembers Diocletian

2012-08-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

If you are in Split this weekend, you cannot miss the Days of Diocletian, a reenactment of the Roman era, from August 17 to August 20.

Jazzinity Festival: Another Maribor 2012 Offering

2012-08-02 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming up August 13th through August 18th, the 13th annual Jazzinity Festival kicks off in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. Another of the wonderful events in keeping with Slovenia’s Maribor 2012 offerings, the jazz event is actually one of the country’s most diverse musical programs this year.

Medieval Days at Fjera of Rab, Croatia

2012-07-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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).

Select Italy Offers Unique Dalmatia Value

2012-07-17 by Aleksandr Shatskih

For Centuries Italians and the Venetians, ruled what is now the coast of Croatia. What is called Dalmatia, the gorgeous expanse of Mediterranean seaside wonder, is a place filled with not only beauty, but the mystique of the ages. These wonderful seascapes, Islands, and UNEXCO World Heritage cities, offer tourists a timeless view of what has appealed to travelers across eons of time. And Select Italy offers an all new gateway into these wondrous places – their Croatia contingent.

Navis First Croation Yacht Charter to Get ISO 9001

2012-07-11 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Navis Yacht Charter has been awarded the prestigious ISO 9001 certification, certifying the company’s excellence of the shipyard management systems; Navis is the only yacht charter in Croatia with the SGS ISO Certificate.

Where to Go this Summer: Five Great Experiences on the Dalmatian Coast

2012-07-04 by Guest Author

Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, is the place to head for if you are looking for water sports, history and a relaxing holiday. There’s never a dull moment in this beautiful part of Eastern Europe.

This Week’s Famous Eastern Europeans Quiz

2012-06-15 by Aleksandr Shatskih

For those of you out there who love a challenge, Argo Travel News offers up this Eastern Europe celeb quiz from the cool folks at ProProfs. You’ll be surprised at how proud some countries are of their celebrity countrymen too. More on that later, but test yourself now on your celeb know how.

Where to Go this Summer: Scenic Croatian Island Getaways

2012-05-18 by Guest Author

Croatia is a popular tourist destination, offering undiscovered beauty, fascinating culture and in certain parts free from thronging crowds. Here are 5 of its most beautiful islands, recommended by Sovereign Luxury Holidays.

Qatar Airlines Chief Vs Lufthansa Crybabies

2012-05-13 by Phil Butler

Akbar Al Baker, CEO of Qatar Airways, looks like a straight shooter in an industry full of corporate “yes men” these days. Speaking at a Guild of Travel Management Companies’ (GTMC) conference, the five star airline’s boss called BS on Lufthansa and other European airlines. With many air carriers suffering during this current recession, name calling has broken out in earnest now.

Zagreb Airport to get Second Terminal

2012-04-18 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Zagreb International Airport is to get a long awaited makeover following the conclusion of a deal between the Croatian government and Zagreb Airport International Company (ZAIC), a French consortium which has agreed to oversee the construction of a brand new terminal at the airport within the next three years.