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How to detect genuine olive oil and how to spot frauds
14+ hour, 45+ min ago (722+ words) Growing concerns over olive oil authenticity are drawing attention across Europe as prices remain high following several difficult harvest seasons in major producing countries. Industry experts say rising production costs, climate-related shortages and increasing global demand have created conditions in…...
Croatian hotels and holiday rentals targeted by fake booking scams ahead of summer season
8+ hour, 57+ min ago (379+ words) As Croatia's tourist season gathers pace, hotels and private accommodation providers are increasingly facing problems linked to online booking fraud and cybercrime. In one case from Pula, a family-run hotel discovered suspicious activity during the Easter weekend, despite operating at…...
The small Dalmatian town between the Adriatic Sea and Croatia's largest lake winning over visitors
14+ hour, 5+ min ago (1197+ words) The small Dalmatian town is increasingly attracting travellers searching for more than a typical summer holiday, authentic stories, outstanding gastronomy, untouched nature and a slower Mediterranean way of life. When you feel the need to escape the noise and pace…...
Sandra Elkasevi" to miss 2026 season as Croatian discus star takes competitive break
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (335+ words) Croatian discus legend Sandra Elkasevi" has announced she will not compete during the 2026 athletics season, confirming a planned break from competition to focus on recovery and long-term performance goals. The two-time Olympic champion revealed her decision on social media, describing…...
Yellow sea phenomenon off "ibenik reveals new insights into Adriatic ecosystem
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (349+ words) At the beginning of April 2026, the sea off Martinska near "ibenik briefly turned yellow, creating a striking surface layer that, from a distance, resembled pollution. However, scientists confirmed the phenomenon was caused by pollen, not oil, harmful algal blooms or…...
Major "77 million water project completed on Hvar
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (449+ words) One of the largest infrastructure projects ever carried out on the island of Hvar has officially been completed, marking a major step forward in the modernisation of water supply and wastewater systems across the island. The closing conference for the…...
Slovenia extends border controls with Croatia until December amid security concerns
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (242+ words) ZAGREB, 23 May (Hina) " The Slovenian government on Thursday extended temporary border controls on its crossings with Croatia and Hungary, which have been in place since October 2023, according to the Slovenian news agency STA. The extension is in place'until 21 December. The…...
Ministry clarifies new registration number rules for Croatian holiday rentals
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (295+ words) The Ministry of Tourism and Sport has clarified that new registration number requirements for short-term accommodation rentals in Croatia will not come into force until the beginning of 2027. The announcement follows reports regarding Regulation (EU) 2024/1028 of the European Parliament and…...
Croatia introduces new procedure for 2026 military registration
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (254+ words) The Croatian Ministry of Defence will carry out the regular annual registration of recruits into military records from 1 June to 31 December 2026 across the country. The process is a standard activity conducted in line with the Croatian Defence Act and, from…...
American tourists to Croatia rise nearly 32% as US market shows strong growth
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (348+ words) American tourism to Croatia recorded a significant increase in 2025, with overnight stays by visitors from the United States rising by 31. 7%, according to data just published by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics. The strong growth places the US among the fastest-growing…...