How To Travel To Croatia From United States & Canada in 2022

4/6/2022

Air transat - Direct flights Toronto Zagreb/Photo credit IG @delta_bravo_tango

If you live in the USA or Canada and you’re thinking about Croatia as your travel destination this year, you’ll be happy to hear there are 2 direct flights to Croatia (so far… and there could be more).
The two direct flights are:
New York - Dubrovnik
Toronto - Zagreb

Of course there are many other flight options with stop-overs, and we’ll get to those in a minute…

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How is the transportation within Croatia?

4/4/2022

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So you’re thinking about a Croatian vacation? Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar… but how are you going to get around? How are the roads, trains, buses, ferries? We’re here to give you a run-down of different forms of transportation in Croatia!

Generally speaking, Croatia is not a big country, so it’s pretty easy to get from place to place. The means of transport are relatively modern by today's world standards, and during the tourist season, from around May to mid-October, the frequency in bus/train/ferry lines definitely increases.

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How to get from Zagreb to Split via Plitvice Lakes

3/15/2022

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Plitvice Lakes National Park

Getting there by car (the quickest option

The drive from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes without stopping takes around 2h, and depends on the tourist season. One part of drive will take you on the main Croatian highway towards Split. You will have to get off the highway at the “Karlovac” exit.

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Are there any sharks in the Adriatic Sea

3/14/2022

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Photo credit IG @matt_mcgee_underwater

Sharks in the Adriatic Sea are a normal and not bad phenomenon in the water. Sharks very rarely attack humans. We know it's not very pleasant when you feel something touch you while swimming in the sea, but maybe some facts in this text will calm you down. Since records exist, in 150 years, sharks in the Adriatic have been responsible for the deaths of 11 swimmers. The last shark attack was recorded in 2008 in a bay on island Vis. Although the Slovenian diver claimed to have been attacked by a great white shark, this has never been proved.

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12 Authentic Croatian Gift Ideas (All Locally-Made Products)

2/28/2022

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Bajadera chocholate

If you’re visiting Croatia and want to bring home something special to remember your trip, we’ve got you covered! Here’s a list of unique, local products that you can easily find while travelling around Croatia.

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Famous People with Croatian Heritage

2/16/2022

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Although Croatia is quite a small country with a population of less than 4 million, the number of people living abroad with Croatian heritage is very large! We've come up with a list well known people that all have Croatian roots! Did you know they were all Croatian? I certainly didn't!

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Vegan and vegetarian restaurant options in Croatia

12/20/2021

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Vegan and vegetarian options in Croatia photo credit IG @steinbernhoff

Through the years of working with many different guests, we’ve been asked a lot about the vegan and vegetarian restaurant options in Croatia. I’m happy to report that every year, the vegan/vegetarian options are more and more in Croatia!
In this blog we will go through some popular destinations in Croatia, and list the top restaurants for vegans and vegetarians in each place.
So, let's start with Croatian capital:

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Top things to do&see in Rijeka

12/7/2021

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Selfie from Trsat Castle

Today we are in the beautiful city of Rijeka! Rijeka is located in the Northern Adriatic Sea, in the Kvarner Bay. It’s definitely known as a port city, but it's so much more than just that!

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Adriatic Sea: Swimming Season, Temperatures, Location & Size

8/2/2021

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The Adriatic Sea

Trying to figure out the best time to swim in the Adriatic Sea in Croatia? Here I’ve outlined average sea temperatures by month and season, and given some info about location so you can decide the ideal time for you!

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How to get from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes, tips and what to see on the way!

7/6/2021

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Plitvice Lakes National Park

Many people who visit Zagreb plan to see Plitvice Lakes before making their way to the coast. It also makes for an easy day trip from Zagreb if you’re not heading to the coast!

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5 Options to Get From Zagreb Airport to Downtown Zagreb

7/6/2021

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Zagreb Airport "Franjo Tuđman"

Flying into Zagreb and looking for the best option to get downtown? Here I’ll outline 5 different options, including the cheapest and the fastest, most convenient ways to reach the city.

The public bus would be the cheapest, the taxis would be the most expensive, and a private transfer service would be somewhere in the middle, but it would be the most convenient, pleasant and helpful way to get to your destination in the city, by far

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Top 15 Croatian Bakery Items

2/4/2021

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Croatian bakery products

Bakeries are on every corner and eating from the bakery is part of the culture here! But it can be overwhelming walking into a bakery, and trying to blindly choose a pastry that you’ve never tried! Here we’ll give you a list and description of the best bakery items you can find in Croatia!

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Best List of Things to See & Do in Opatija, Croatia

1/27/2021

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The Maiden with the Seagull

On one of our recent trips, we visited the beautiful town of Opatija. Here we’ll outline the top things to see and do if you find yourself in the area!

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Top Things to See & Do in Samobor

12/2/2020

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Old Town Samobor (Ruins of the Castle)

Samobor is always at the top of our list for a day trip when my family and friends come to visit us in Zagreb. Samobor is a quaint, charming town with the absolute best dessert in Croatia, and it’s the perfect day trip from Zagreb, since it’s less than an hour’s drive!

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65 Essential Croatian Travel Phrases (+ Pronunciation Guide)

7/1/2020

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If you’re planning to travel to Croatia, it might be a good idea to learn a few essential beginner phrases to help you get by! Here’s why:

Learning a few Croatian phrases before you travel will go a long way in
making sure you have the ultimate experience. You can learn so much about a place by chatting with the local people (much more than in any guide book or pamphlet).

Although most Croatian people do speak English (especially in the popular tourist destinations), they really appreciate the effort when someone tries to learn and say a few Croatian words.

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Our Father, Hail Mary, and Other Prayers in Croatian

6/30/2020

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If you’re traveling to Croatia and thinking about attending a mass, or any other church service (perhaps even a wedding or a funeral), it might be nice to be able to join a few prayers.

In this post I’ll translate The Lord’s Prayer / Our Father, Hail Mary, Apostles Creed, Glory Be, and the Prayer for the Faithful Departed. These are a few of the most common ones here, as Croatia is predominantly Catholic.

I’ll also translate how to say the sign of the Cross as you cross yourself (as you'll use it often during any service!)

You’ll also find the pronunciation guide under each line, where I’ve written everything phonetically, so you can learn how to properly say it all and join in prayers in Croatian like a pro!

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Croatian National Parks: Operating Hours During COVID-19

5/11/2020

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Krka National Park

The Croatian portal www.24sata.hr published an article about working hours of Croatian National Parks and nature parks during specific situations with COVID 19. Here we've translated it into English - the article in Croatian can be found here: https://www.24sata.hr/news/ovako-od-sutra-rade-nacionalni-parkovi-kafici-trgovacki-centri-692269

By the decision of the Government of the Republic of Croatia, 8 national parks and 11 nature parks will start operating on Monday, May 11.

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10 Reasons You Should NEVER Travel Alone in Croatia

5/11/2020

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Pag Island, Croatia

Many people wonder if traveling alone in Croatia is a good idea (is it safe, easy, etc). The answer really depends on what you’re looking for, but Croatia might not be the destination to choose if you’re looking to travel solo.

Read the list below to get a better idea if it’s really for you:

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Top Things to See & Do in Varazdin (And Where to Eat)!

4/20/2020

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Varaždin

In this post I wanted to give our readers a few suggestions, for those planning on visiting Varazdin (the former capital city of Croatia). In my opinion Varazdin is the most beautiful and interesting city in Northern Croatia, and it’s definitely worth the visit!

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Giving Birth in Croatia: My Experience as an Expat!

4/16/2020

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Selfie after the birth of my youngest daughter in Petrova hospital

I thought it might be helpful to share my experience as an expat giving birth in Croatia, because when I was pregnant for the first time, living in a foreign country, I had no idea what to expect about the process here.

What was the hospital experience going to be like? What kind of support would I have? Am I going to understand everything that’s going on? Who can be in the room with me? What will the prenatal care be like?

Some of you may even be "stuck" in Croatia because of border closures & canceled flights due to COVID-19. Maybe you were planning to travel back home to give birth, but realize that can't happen at the moment. Hopefully you'll find this post helpful!

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How To Travel To Croatia From United States & Canada in 2022

How is the transportation within Croatia?

How to get from Zagreb to Split via Plitvice Lakes

Getting there by car (the quickest option

Are there any sharks in the Adriatic Sea

12 Authentic Croatian Gift Ideas (All Locally-Made Products)

Famous People with Croatian Heritage

Vegan and vegetarian restaurant options in Croatia

Top things to do&see in Rijeka

Adriatic Sea: Swimming Season, Temperatures, Location & Size

How to get from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes, tips and what to see on the way!

5 Options to Get From Zagreb Airport to Downtown Zagreb

Top 15 Croatian Bakery Items

Best List of Things to See & Do in Opatija, Croatia

Top Things to See & Do in Samobor

65 Essential Croatian Travel Phrases (+ Pronunciation Guide)

Our Father, Hail Mary, and Other Prayers in Croatian

Croatian National Parks: Operating Hours During COVID-19

10 Reasons You Should NEVER Travel Alone in Croatia

Top Things to See & Do in Varazdin (And Where to Eat)!

Giving Birth in Croatia: My Experience as an Expat!

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Authors

Sarah Cosic

Ivan Cosic

Royal Croatian Tours - Travel Agency