Croatia is known for its many summer hotspots, party places and historically steeped towns that become swarmed with tourists during the high season. While well-known cities like Dubrovnik and Split continue to draw crowds during winter, there are also lesser-explored regions that offer unique charm and scenic beauty— without the masses. That is the case … Read more
Croatia is set to become the latest European country to tackle a tourism-related housing price crunch, although some property owners fear the proposed legislation will affect business. A package of draft laws was approved in the Croatian parliament last week, but the final nationwide legislation will only be passed after wider discussion and likely amendments. … Read more
HEARING someone shout: “Shame!” while I’m walking along the street is not something I’m used to experiencing. But in the Croatian city of Dubrovnik this is thankfully not an insult, it’s just fellow set-jetters getting into the spirit of one of Game Of Thrones’ most famous scenes – The Walk of Shame. 8 The stunning … Read more
Finally, following years of negotiations, the Labour administration announced on Oct. 3 that — after more than half a century — it would give up sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, albeit with carve-outs to protect the U.K./U.S. airbase on Diego Garcia. Looking back, Sands sees Britain’s EU departure as a major contributor. “Brexit … Read more
The proposal to rehouse Tito has caused rifts within Serbia’s ruling coalition, which although led by the center-right Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) also includes the Socialist Party of Serbia and the Movement of Socialists, as well as the ultranationalist Serbian Oathkeepers. Outside the government, prominent intellectuals in Serbia have balked at the idea of disinterring … Read more
After a ‘will she, won’t she’ few days, Ursula von der Leyen is on Tuesday set to unveil her top team at the European Commission. But who will get which portfolio? Stay with POLITICO for updates on the big announcement and for instant analysis of what it all means. Read original article here Denial of … Read more
Fancy a trip to Europe but bewildered by the choice on offer? Then heed the advice of 22-year-old German Luca Pferdmenges, a professional juggler, social media star and a world traveller since the age of 15. He can save you days, possibly weeks, of Googling – because he’s been to every nation on the Continent … Read more
CROATIA’S largest island is often overlooked as a holiday destination in favour of ones like Hvar, despite being just as beautiful. Located in the northern Adriatic Sea, Krk is Croatia’s largest island, which means it has everything Brits need for a last-minute summer break. 4 krk is the largest island in CroatiaCredit: Alamy 4 There … Read more
Konavle Cavtat in Croatia is home to one of Europe’s best beaches and makes an incredible place for a holiday. Pasjaca beach is nested at the foot of a cliff’s foot and is a one of a kind beach which can be found in the area. The area has been named as one of the … Read more
The deadline for putting forward names for the next European Commission is the end of August. With that date approaching fast, and now that Ursula von der Leyen is back from her summer holiday in Germany, here are the nominees so far (remember that all of them, except for von der Leyen herself, need to … Read more
