Republic of Croatia
| Land area: | 56,542 km2 |
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| Territorial sea area: | 31,067 km2 |
| Population: | 4,784,565 |
| Capital: | Zagreb (770,000 inhabitants) |
Croatia is located in the southern part of the Balkan Peninsula. Its shores are washed by the Adriatic Sea. Dalmatia refers to the part of the Adriatic coast stretching 1000 km from the island of Pag to the city of Dubrovnik. Croatia is one of the most popular countries for tourists. It is famous for its crystal clear sea and endless corners full of greenery. The coast is lined with more than 1200 islands. Romantic bays with pebbly beaches, picturesque architecture, pine and pine groves and a kind-hearted, hospitable population are characteristic.
Number of islands, islets, ridges and reefs: 1185; the largest islands of Krk and Cres; there are 67 inhabited islands.
Croatia = cheap holiday by the sea
The Adriatic Sea has a predominantly Mediterranean climate with many sunny days; dry and hot summers, mild and wet winters.
Very favorable for staying by the sea for at least four months.
The highest air temperature is up to 39 °C. Average water temperature 24 °C.
| Average air temperature: | June - 26°C, July - 30°C, August - 30°C, September - 26°C |
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| Average water temperature: | June - 22°C, July - 25°C, August - 24°C, September - 22°C |
See also the current temperatures of the sea in Croatia and the water and beach quality awards in Croatia.
Tourists need a valid passport, children under the age of 16 must either have their own passport or be registered in their parents' passports. When traveling by car, you need a driver's license, vehicle documents and a green card. A visa is not required. VAT refund applies to foreigners when purchasing goods worth more than HRK 500 with confirmation on the Tax-cheque form when leaving the country.
Speed limits: In the village up to 50 km/h, outside the village 80 km/h, on highways 130 km/h. The police can detain a foreigner's passport for 48 hours or until they pay a fine or until a court decision. If a foreigner commits a traffic offense for which a traffic ticket can be detained, it is recorded in the traffic ticket incl. the period of time after which he is not allowed to drive a motor vehicle in Croatia. drivers who have tested positive for alcohol in their blood are detained. If the driver still continues to drive, his vehicle may be impounded.
Hotline
+385 1 6009 100
British embassy in Croatia
Ivana Lučića 4
10000 Zagreb
Croatia
USA embassy in Croatia
Ulica Thomasa Jeffersona 2, Zagreb
PHONE: +385-1-661-2200
Since 1.1.2023 Croatia use EUR ! Before it was Croatian KUNA (HRK), 1 KUNA = 100 lipa . 1 HRK = approx. 0.13 EUR
All common payment cards are accepted here. Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks, post offices, travel agencies, exchange offices, and hotels. checks at banks only.
Current exchange rate list of the Croatian National Bank
from January 1, 2023, payments are made in EUR in Croatia!
Previously, the Croatian KUNA (HRK) was used, 1 KUNA = 100 lipa. 1 HRK = approx. 3.50 CZK
All common payment cards are accepted here. Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks, post offices, travel agencies, exchange offices, and hotels. checks at banks only.
Do you like sandy beaches for children? In Croatia, try Medulin or the islands of Korčula or Murter. Looking for natural beauty? Be sure to visit the Plitvice Lakes or Krka National Park. Ancient monuments - please be nice at every step and the most beautiful are Dubrovnik, Trogir or Šibenik.
We have prepared a number of articles for you where we write about holidays in Croatia with children, cycling, why go to Croatia, etc.
The 13,000-person port city of Umag is located in the north of the Istria region, not far from the Italian city of Trieste and the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana. Excellent geographical location, excellent tourist facilities and hospitality
The 13,000-person port city of Umag is located in the north of the Istria region, not far from the Italian city of Trieste and the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana. Excellent geographical location, less than 600 km from Mikulov, excellent tourist facilities and hospitality
The 13,000-person port city of Umag is located in the north of the Istria region, not far from the Italian city of Trieste and the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana. Excellent geographical location, less than 600 km from Mikulov, excellent tourist facilities and hospitality
The 13,000-person port city of Umag is located in the north of the Istria region, not far from the Italian city of Trieste and the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana. Excellent geographer
If we take it generally, in 2019 Croatia is still a cheap travel destination that offers western civilizational values and quality for a reasonable price that is lower than in other well-known tourist countries such as France, Italy or Spain. You can book accommodation in an apartment for a price of up to 500 CZK per person per night, you can buy ice cream for up to 30 CZK, pizza for up to 200 CZK, etc. The prices are simply similar to those in the Czech Republic.
