Travel in Croatia

Don't get too excited.

Given her packed professional schedule and busy home life with a toddler, maybe Natalie Dormer really does just want to chill out with a magazine when she’s alone. Or maybe she’s buttering up her interviewer. “I’m not just saying this: My treat to myself when I get on an airplane is a hard copy of Condé Nast Traveler. I swear to god!” says the actress, who made her name as Margaery Tyrell in Game of Thrones. “And invariably I read about two articles and I fall asleep.”

A residential cruise ship that was supposed to travel around the world has been stuck in Northern Ireland for the past three months.

Concerns are growing over the rise of West Nile virus after it killed two more people in Seville, Spain, raising the country's total to five deaths this year.

“Hey mate!” a cyclist called to us in an Australian accent as he pedaled by on the rocky dirt road that serves as the main street of the village of Theth deep in Albania’s Dinaric Alps. Along with my friend and travel companion, Dave, I had not seen another bikepacker in four days.

The U.S. State Department has been busy this August, recently reissuing updated travel advisories for a handful of popular destinations.

Exciting news, Carnival Cruise Line fans: You're getting more options for a sailing in Europe.

Edelweiss, a Switzerland-based airline that is owned by Lufthansa, recently announced new twice-weekly flights from Seattle's SeaTac Airport to Zurich Airport.  The flights will operate every Monday and Saturday and depart Seattle at 4:25 p.m. arriving into Zurich at 11:45 a.m. the next day.

Looking to bolster its presence in the European short-term rental market, India-based hospitality company Oyo has acquired Paris-based rental management company Checkmyguest. The acquisition is valued at INR 2.3 billion ($27.4 million), according to reports.

Aug 13, 2024 • 8 min read

Europe's scorching hot summer is showing no signs of cooling down, with Italy facing its warmest weekend of the year so far and heatwave warnings issued in southern France.

UNESCO recently added 24 sites of "outstanding universal value" to its World Heritage List during its 46th annual session in New Delhi.

Heading off on a long car journey this weekend? Take extra care, as some of Europe’s top holiday hotspots are among the deadliest places in Europe for driving, a new study reveals.

The summer of 2024 is in full swing and visitors are flocking to Europe from around the globe.

Jul 25, 2024 • 5 min read

As summer heats up, Heathrow Airport highlights nine hidden gem destinations perfect for last-minute travel. From Pula’s glittering waters to Chengdu’s giant pandas, these varied locations cater to sun seekers, adventurers, and everyone in between. Heathrow, the most connected airport globally, serves numerous exclusive destinations, making it the ideal starting point for unforgettable summer holidays.

The report by the European Commission and the European Environment Agency once again shows that the quality of bathing water in Croatia is among the highest in Europe and ranks first when it comes to coastal bathing areas. The bathing water quality was monitored at 22,081 bathing sites across 27 member states, as well as Albania and Switzerland. Of the 936 bathing sites tested in 2023 in Croatia, 905, or 96.7%, were of excellent quality. When it comes to coastal bathing sites alone, Croatia ranks first in Europe, with 886 out of 894 tested waters being of excellent quality, which is 99.1%. Croatia’s clear clean and blue waters are the result of a combination of factors, including its high salt concentration, its geographic location, and its connection to Africa. These factors contribute to the growth of phytoplankton and a thriving marine ecosystem, making Croatian beaches a unique and beautiful destination for travellers from around the world.

Starting July 15, TRIWO Hahn Airport is set for the summer vacation rush, offering flights to 42 destinations and expecting over 150,000 passengers over three months.

Trade Air inaugurated flights between Hahn Airport and Pristina, enhancing connections for Kosovars and tourists with twice-weekly services using an A319 aircraft.

Small ship operator Unforgettable Croatia is opening up bookings for private charters.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Dorine Olive, a 60-year-old semi-retired software sales rep based in Orlando who travels the world doing home exchanges. It has been edited for length and clarity.