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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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Škanj sa štorijon in Pićan revives the legend of Saint Nicephorus and the dancers and connects the Istrian heritage
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Škanj sa štorijon in Pićan revives the legend of Saint Nicephorus and the dancers and connects the Istrian heritage

In the center of Istria, in Pićan, a "talking bench" has been set up, which in an attractive way conveys the legend of Saint Nicephorus and the thorn dancers. The project "Škanj sa štorijon" combines heritage, space and experience, encourages walking through the old town and connects Pićan with Tinjan and Gračišća in a unique thematic route.

11.10.2025 · Tourism desk
Concert for Peace in Mrkopalj on October 18: premiere of the song 'Dona pacem', tie exhibition and humanitarian action
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Concert for Peace in Mrkopalj on October 18: premiere of the song 'Dona pacem', tie exhibition and humanitarian action

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, the Church of BDM Mourners in Mrkopalj will host a humanitarian meeting: after prayer and mass at 5 pm, there will be a Concert for Peace with the premiere of the song "Dona pacem". Before the concert, take a look at the collection of about 700 ties, and donate through UNICEF to help children in crisis areas; the evening is also the second evening of the 5th Rock Festival Goran. Please confirm your arrival by 15.10. at tic.mrkopalj@gmail.com.

09.10.2025 · Tourism desk
Weekend inspiration in Sveti Ivan Zelina: a new visual identity, green routes and a wine road to escape from the city
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Weekend inspiration in Sveti Ivan Zelina: a new visual identity, green routes and a wine road to escape from the city

St. Ivan Zelina invites you to a short vacation through the concept of "weekend inspiration": a renovated museum, green promenades, cycling routes and a wine road with the kingdom shape the experience of merging nature and taste. Zagreb's proximity, authentic heritage and sustainable access make the destination ideal for a 48 to 72 hour escape from routine.

09.10.2025 · Tourism desk
Advent in Vodice 2025: music, gastronomy and family program at Kneza Branimir Square from 12.12. to 3.1.
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Advent in Vodice 2025: music, gastronomy and family program at Kneza Branimir Square from 12.12. to 3.1.

From December 12, 2025 to January 3, 2026, Vodice offers a luxurious Advent at Prince Branimir Square: concerts by Maja Šuput, TBF, Giuliano, Vojko V, Nena Belan and Ića Sikirić, rich cottages, children's workshops and a park quiz. Plan your visit and experience the holiday atmosphere at sea. The gastronomic offer combines tradition and modern street food, photo corners and thousands of lights create perfect memories.

08.10.2025 · Tourism desk
Autumn in Nin: a light phenomenon in the church of St. Križa, folklore, Zadarhalf triathlon and birds in the lagoon and educational guides
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Autumn in Nin: a light phenomenon in the church of St. Križa, folklore, Zadarhalf triathlon and birds in the lagoon and educational guides

Autumn in the royal city of Nin brings together heritage, nature and sports: a light phenomenon in the church of St. Križa, international Muzsa festival, Zadarhalf triathlon and birdwatching day at Solana Nin. With costumed guided tours and a focus on sustainable tourism, the destination offers a year-round experience for curious travelers

07.10.2025 · Tourism desk
Fog Festival in Karlovac 2025: a week of photography, film, walks and tastes with Aquatika and Cinema Edison
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Fog Festival in Karlovac 2025: a week of photography, film, walks and tastes with Aquatika and Cinema Edison

The third edition of the Festival of Fog brings a week of photography, film, guided walks and gastronomic experiences to Karlovac on November 3-9, 2025. The program brings together Aquatica, the Edison Cinema, the City Museums and numerous partners, with a photo contest, workshops for children and thematic exhibitions throughout the city. Included are Skeptics in the Pub, Grain Boat and Caterers Kvaka, Tempo and Pappas Bar.

06.10.2025 · Tourism desk
Completed trainings DENSE in Gospić: sustainable tourism, short chains, quality labels, legal framework and digital skills
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Completed trainings DENSE in Gospić: sustainable tourism, short chains, quality labels, legal framework and digital skills

The training of the GUSTI project, organized by the Lika-Senj County and the ziherica craft for tourism and gastronomy stakeholders, was completed in Gospić. The programme covered green skills, short chains, quality labels, legal framework and digital skills, with a high turnout of vocational school students. The project was co-financed through the Interreg IT-HR 2021–2027 programme.

06.10.2025 · Tourism desk

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