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Business

How to Register a Boat in Croatia: A Practical Guide for Business Owners

Registering a boat in Croatia is a key step for anyone entering the nautical tourism sector. This guide explains the process, required documents, and key considerations.

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Lifestyle

Prizemlje or Prvi Kat? A Simple Guide to Croatian Floor Numbering

Confused about whether you live on the ground floor or the first floor in Croatia? Here's how Croatian buildings label floors, and what to expect when you step out of the lift.

A stethoscope resting on a doctor's desk in a modern medical office in Croatia
Lifestyle

How to Access Healthcare in Croatia: A Practical Guide for New Residents

Navigating a new healthcare system can be daunting. Here's what expats and newcomers need to know about registering with a doctor, getting a health card, and using emergency services in Croatia.

A picnic blanket with food in a green meadow in Croatia
Lifestyle

The Art of the Croatian Izlet: How to Plan a Perfect Day Out

An izlet is a cherished Croatian tradition of a day trip into nature, often with family and friends. Learn what to pack, where to go, and how to embrace the slow pace.

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Lifestyle

How to Prepare Your Croatian Garden for Winter: Essential Tasks

A practical guide to getting your garden ready for the colder months in Croatia, from clearing beds to protecting tender plants and planting for early spring.

A glass jar of fermented cabbage on a kitchen counter.
Lifestyle

How to Make Kiseli Kupus: Croatia's Fermented Cabbage for Winter

Kiseli kupus is a tangy, crunchy staple in Croatian kitchens throughout the colder months. Here’s how to ferment your own at home with just a few simple ingredients.

Traditional bell ringers in sheepskin costumes with large bells during a winter carnival parade.
Culture

Zvončari: A Guide to Croatia's Carnival Bell Ringers

Deep in the hills above Rijeka, a centuries-old tradition of sheepskin-clad men with enormous bells announces the arrival of spring – and chases away winter with a deafening clang.

A plate of pašticada with gnocchi, garnished with herbs
Culture

Pašticada: A Guide to Dalmatia's Slow-Cooked Beef Delicacy

Pašticada is a rich, sweet-and-sour beef dish that embodies the soul of Dalmatian cuisine. Here's what makes it so special and how it became a centrepiece of festive tables.

Baked štrukli in a ceramic dish
Culture

Štrukli: A Guide to Croatia's Beloved Cheese Pastry

From humble farmhouse beginnings to a place on Zagreb's finest menus, štrukli are a true taste of northern Croatia.

View of the ancient Roman ruins of Diocletian's Palace in Split, Croatia.
Culture

Diocletian's Palace in Split: A Guide to Croatia's Living Roman Heart

Discover the ancient Roman palace that forms the heart of Split, where history and modern life intertwine among UNESCO-listed ruins.

A rider in traditional costume gallops on horseback during the Trka na prstenac ring race in Barban, Istria.
Culture

Trka na prstenac: A Guide to Istria's Historic Ring Race

Discover the centuries-old equestrian tradition of Istria, where riders on horseback aim for a small iron ring in a thrilling display of skill and heritage.

A table with Croatian breakfast pastries and coffee
Food & Drink

Croatian Breakfast: A Guide to What Locals Eat and Where to Find It

From continental ham and eggs to coastal pastries with coffee, breakfast in Croatia is a delicious window into the country's regional food culture.

Decorated heart-shaped gingerbread biscuits known as licitar
Food & Drink

Licitar: A Guide to Croatia's Traditional Gingerbread Hearts

Learn the story behind licitar, Croatia's famous heart-shaped gingerbread, and how these decorative biscuits became a beloved expression of affection.

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