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Business

How to Sponsor a Foreign Worker in Croatia: A Step-by-Step Guide

A practical guide for employers looking to hire non-EU workers in Croatia, covering labour market tests, work permits, and residence registration.

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Lifestyle

Harvesting and Curing Olives at Home: A Croatian Tradition

From family groves to city balconies, turning fresh olives into a delicious homemade treat is a cherished autumn ritual. Here's how to do it yourself.

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Lifestyle

Understanding Pričuva: A Guide to Croatian Apartment Building Fees

If you own or rent an apartment in a Croatian building, you have probably heard of pričuva. Here is a clear guide to what it is, what it covers, and how it works.

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Lifestyle

How to Use a Pharmacy in Croatia: A Practical Guide

From finding a ljekarna to understanding prescriptions, here's what you need to know about getting medication in Croatia.

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Lifestyle

How to Be a Good Neighbour in Croatia: Understanding Komšiluk

Komšiluk, the Croatian concept of neighbourliness, is more than just living next door. Here’s how to build warm, respectful relationships with your neighbours.

Traditional Croatian bagpipes with a goat skin bag and wooden chanter
Culture

The Gajde: A Guide to Croatia's Traditional Bagpipes

From the Slavonian plains to the hills of Istria, discover the history, sound and living tradition of Croatia's bagpipes.

People in white robes carrying a cross at night on Hvar
Culture

Za Krizen: A Guide to Croatia's Unique Night Procession on Hvar

Discover one of Croatia's most moving Easter traditions, where a single cross-bearer walks through the night across the island of Hvar.

Traditional Linđo dance performance in Dubrovnik
Culture

Linđo: A Guide to Dubrovnik's Spirited Circle Dance

Discover the history, steps and rhythms of Linđo, the lively folk dance from the Dubrovnik region that has been bringing people together for centuries.

An open-air stage set up in a historic square in Dubrovnik, with stone buildings and an audience.
Culture

The Dubrovnik Summer Festival: A Guide to Croatia's Premier Cultural Event

Every summer, the historic city of Dubrovnik transforms into a stage for theatre, music, and dance. Here's what to know about this celebrated festival.

A close-up of a traditional Šibenik button made of silver filigree
Culture

A Guide to the Šibenik Button: Croatia's Filigree Treasure

Discover the history and craftsmanship behind the šibenski botun, a traditional silver button that has become a symbol of Šibenik's identity.

A large metal pot of kotlovina stew cooking over an open fire
Food & Drink

Kotlovina: A Guide to Croatia's Hearty Outdoor Meat Stew

Learn about kotlovina, the beloved Croatian meat stew cooked outdoors in a large metal kettle, from its ingredients to its role in social gatherings.

A rustic cauldron filled with a thick, dark red meat stew, garnished with fresh parsley, on a wooden table.
Food & Drink

Čobanac: A Guide to Slavonia's Hearty Shepherd's Stew

Discover the rich, paprika-spiced meat stew that has fuelled generations in Croatia's eastern region of Slavonia.

A traditional Dalmatian dish of vitalac, skewered lamb offal wrapped in caul fat, grilled over an open fire.
Food & Drink

Vitalac: A Guide to Dalmatia's Traditional Lamb Offal Dish

Discover vitalac, a cherished Dalmatian delicacy made from lamb offal wrapped in caul fat and roasted on a spit. Learn about its origins, how it's made, and how to enjoy it like a local.

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