Croatia: news, travel tips and sports updates

Small country, big stories. If you care about Croatia — its politics, economy, or football — this tag gathers every update we publish in one place. You’ll find short news briefs, match reports, travel advice and practical updates so you don’t miss anything that matters.

What you'll find under the Croatia tag

We group content into clear bites so you can scan fast. Expect: quick news on politics and economy, match reports and transfer rundowns that matter to Croatian fans, plus travel pieces that highlight top destinations and practical tips. We link to official sources and match reports when available so you can check the full story.

Want breaking alerts? Use the tag follow button on the page to get notified when a new Croatia story drops. We update this tag often during big events — qualifiers, elections, major travel seasons — so it’s the fastest way to stay informed.

Quick practical tips for visitors and fans

Travelling to Croatia? Here are a few things you should know right now: Croatia uses the euro. Peak season runs July–August — expect crowds and higher prices; aim for May–June or September for better weather and fewer tourists. Ferry services connect the mainland with islands like Hvar and Korčula, and the coastal road (Adriatic D8) makes for a scenic drive. Bring comfortable shoes if you plan to explore old towns — cobbles are charming but unforgiving.

Language is Croatian, but you’ll often find English in tourist areas and large cities like Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik. Basic phrases help: 'Hvala' means thank you, and 'Dobar dan' is good day. For food, try coastal seafood, peka (baked meat and veggies) and local pastries in Zagreb like štrukli.

Following Croatian football? We cover national team qualifiers, club performances in European competitions, and transfer news that affects local fans. If a big match is on, check our live posts and match recaps for quick reads and key moments.

This tag is built to be useful. No filler. If a story affects travel safety, entry rules, or major national events, we flag it clearly at the top of the piece. Use the tag page to scan headlines, click into full stories, or set alerts for updates.

Have a tip or a local insight from Croatia? Send it our way. Reader-submitted updates help us cover on-the-ground changes — like new ferry schedules, festival dates, or sudden political developments — faster and more accurately.

Bookmark this page and check back during big events. Whether you’re planning a trip, cheering in a qualifier, or tracking a breaking political story, the Croatia tag keeps the essentials in one place.