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Our Travel Desk was born out of a long-standing passion for travel, discovering new places, and serious journalism. Behind every article stand people who have been living tourism for decades – as travelers, tourism workers, guides, hosts, editors, and reporters. For more than thirty years, destinations, seasonal trends, infrastructure development, changes in travelers’ habits, and everything that turns a trip into an experience – and not just a ticket and an accommodation reservation – have been closely followed. These experiences are transformed into articles conceived as a companion to the reader: honest, informed, and always on the traveler’s side.

At the Travel Desk, we write from the perspective of someone who has truly walked the cobblestones of old towns, taken local buses, waited for the ferry in peak season, and searched for a hidden café in a small alley far from the postcards. Every destination is observed from multiple angles – how travelers experience it, what the locals say about it, what stories are hidden in museums and monuments, but also what the real quality of accommodation, beaches, transport links, and amenities is. Instead of generic descriptions, the focus is on concrete advice, real impressions, and details that are hard to find in official brochures.

Special attention is given to conversations with restaurateurs, private accommodation hosts, local guides, tourism workers, and people who make a living from travelers, as well as those who are only just trying to develop lesser-known destinations. Through such conversations, stories arise that do not show only the most famous attractions but also the rhythm of everyday life, habits, local cuisine, customs, and small rituals that make every place unique. The Travel Desk strives to record this layer of reality and convey it in articles that connect facts with emotion.

The content does not stop at classic travelogues. It also covers topics such as sustainable tourism, off-season travel, safety on the road, responsible behavior towards the local community and nature, as well as practical aspects like public transport, prices, recommended neighborhoods to stay in, and getting your bearings on the ground. Every article goes through a phase of research, fact-checking, and editing to ensure that the information is accurate, clear, and applicable in real situations – from a short weekend trip to a longer stay in a country or city.

The goal of the Travel Desk is that, after reading an article, the reader feels as if they have spoken to someone who has already been there, tried everything, and is now honestly sharing what is worth seeing, what to skip, and where those moments are hidden that turn a trip into a memory. That is why every new story is built slowly and carefully, with respect for the place it is about and for the people who will choose their next destination based on these words.

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WRC Croatia Rally 2026 moves headquarters to Rijeka: Kvarner, Grobnik and Krk in focus from April 9 to 12, 2026
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WRC Croatia Rally 2026 moves headquarters to Rijeka: Kvarner, Grobnik and Krk in focus from April 9 to 12, 2026

Find out what WRC Croatia Rally 2026 brings to Kvarner: the base moves to Rijeka, the service park is at Grobnik, and the sections also lead across Krk and through western and mountainous Croatia. Before the rally from April 9 to 12, check where the start and finish are and how to prepare for traffic regulations and crowds. We bring an overview of the most important changes for visitors.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Županja from February 6 to 17 in the sign of the 59th Šokačko sijelo: špenzle, carnival riding, song and Golden Thread
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Županja from February 6 to 17 in the sign of the 59th Šokačko sijelo: špenzle, carnival riding, song and Golden Thread

Find out what the 59th Šokačko sijelo in Županja brings from February 6 to 17, 2026: selection of Šokački cvit, carnival riding, 21st Festival of Šokačke pisme, exhibitions of traditional attire and the Golden Thread Fair. We bring an overview of key dates, what is happening on the streets and stages, and why špenzle are in the center of the story this year.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
62nd Međimurje Carnival in Čakovec: dates and program from February 13 to 15, 2026, with Little and Children's Carnival
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62nd Međimurje Carnival in Čakovec: dates and program from February 13 to 15, 2026, with Little and Children's Carnival

We bring an overview of the 62nd Međimurje Carnival in Čakovec, from Feb 13 to 15, 2026, with key times and contents: Little Carnival on Friday at 4 PM, Children's Carnival on Saturday at 10 AM, and Traditional Carnival on Sunday at 3 PM. Find out where the program takes place in the city center, when to expect the biggest crowds, and what traditional masks bring.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Croatia at the New York Travel & Adventure Show: strengthening the HTZ appearance and announcement of a direct flight to Split
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Croatia at the New York Travel & Adventure Show: strengthening the HTZ appearance and announcement of a direct flight to Split

Find out how the Croatian National Tourist Board in New York presented the offer from Zagreb to Dalmatia, what quizzes and "pomalo" mean for American travelers, and how the announced direct flight from the New York area to Split can affect the 2026 season. We also bring key figures on the growth of arrivals and overnight stays and why the emphasis is placed on quality and season extension.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Applications until February 4, 2026, for the free Service Accelerator by CNTB and GreenSET for tourism innovations
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Applications until February 4, 2026, for the free Service Accelerator by CNTB and GreenSET for tourism innovations

Find out who can apply for the free Service Accelerator which, together with CNTB, GreenSET, and STEP RI, helps SMEs develop and test sustainable tourism innovations. Applications are open until February 4, 2026, and the program brings mentorship and business consulting. It is also open to companies from ICT, manufacturing, and creative industries that have solutions applicable in tourism, with an emphasis on the year-round offer.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Croatian tourist offer at FESPO in Zurich: HTZ and Istria target Swiss travelers with premium experiences
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Croatian tourist offer at FESPO in Zurich: HTZ and Istria target Swiss travelers with premium experiences

We bring an overview of the Croatian appearance at FESPO & Golfmesse in Messe Zurich (January 29 – February 1, 2026), the largest tourism fair in Switzerland: from roadtrip routes with ADAC to premium eno-gastro offers, active vacations, and ideas for traveling at your own pace. With about 500 exhibitors, the fair reveals what Swiss guests seek most from Croatia.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Buy Croatia in Istria: Chinese agents got to know the premium offer, and HTZ and TZ Istria target year-round guests
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Buy Croatia in Istria: Chinese agents got to know the premium offer, and HTZ and TZ Istria target year-round guests

Find out how HTZ gathered Chinese agents and domestic tourism companies in Novigrad and Istria at the Buy Croatia workshop, along with tours of premium accommodation, wine, and truffles. The focus is on quality guests, longer stays, and better connectivity for Pula via Frankfurt and Munich. We bring key messages from the organizers and what the cooperation means for year-round tourism.

31.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Aminess took over operational management of Aminess Alfir Hotel in Prižba on Korčula ahead of the 2026 summer season
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Aminess took over operational management of Aminess Alfir Hotel in Prižba on Korčula ahead of the 2026 summer season

Find out what Aminess's takeover of operational management of the Aminess Alfir Hotel in Prižba on Korčula means and why this move is important ahead of the 2026 summer season. We bring an overview of the facilities of the four-star hotel with 49 units, along with a statement by Mladen Knežević and the broader context of growth in the Dubrovnik-Neretva County.

29.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Rijeka Carnival 2026: Children's parade with more than 6,500 little ones, Platak and Molo longo from January 31
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Rijeka Carnival 2026: Children's parade with more than 6,500 little ones, Platak and Molo longo from January 31

Find out when the Children's Carnival Parade starts in Rijeka (January 31 at 12 PM), which streets it moves through and where the stages are. We bring an overview of the program: Carnival Snowboard Session on Platak, Days of Laughter in HKD and Carnival run on Molo longo, all the way to the International Parade on February 15. More than 6,500 little ones in 71 groups participate in the parade.

29.01.2026 · Tourism desk
Opatija February 1st at Noon: 28th Children's Carnival Parade Gathers Around 3,200 Little Maskers in City Center
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Opatija February 1st at Noon: 28th Children's Carnival Parade Gathers Around 3,200 Little Maskers in City Center

Find out what awaits you at the 28th Children's Carnival Parade in Opatija on February 1, 2026: the procession starts at 12 PM from the Market towards Slatina, with five stages, music, and majorettes. We also bring information about the exhibition "60 Years of the Masked Lumber Club" in the Juraj Šporer Pavilion. Almost 3,200 children in 36 groups are foreseen, so count on crowds and temporary traffic changes in the center.

28.01.2026 · Tourism desk

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