Rijeka's gastronomic ports for 2025 were solemnly proclaimed at the Trsat Castle. This important project of the Rijeka Tourist Board, Abisal and Gastronaut portal, aims to strengthen Rijeka's gastronomic brand, highlight local ingredients and raise the quality of the offer. This year, as many as 42 restaurants proudly hold 71 titles in 11 diverse categories.
Valamar reaffirmed its status as a leader with as many as 20 hotels, resorts and campsites in Croatia and Austria awarded with the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award, ranking them among the top 10% globally. Of particular note is Sunny Rabac by Valamar, named one of the 1% best all-inclusive hotels in Europe. Learn more about Valamar's commitment to quality.
The Croatian National Tourist Board and the Kvarner Tourist Board in Milan highlighted the news of the Croatian tourist offer for the Italian market. The focus is on sustainability, growing continental offer, authentic experiences and superb enogastronomy, with Kvarner as the European region of gastronomy in 2026. Italy is the key, seventh emissive market.
Hyatt Regency Zadar, the first hotel of the renowned Hyatt chain in Croatia, was officially opened on May 16, 2025. This luxury facility, an investment of the Doğuş Group, is located on the Zadar coast and represents a significant contribution to the tourist offer of Zadar and Croatia, offering 133 rooms, a spa center and top gastronomy.
The Zadar County Tourist Board connects family farms and agencies through the Welcome Taste & Buy project. A recent study trip revealed the eno-gastronomic pearls of the region, from the island to the hinterland, offering tourists authentic experiences and local products directly from the source. The goal is to brand and strengthen sustainable tourism.
Last weekend, a new section of the Croatian Camino network, Camino Lika, was opened, gathering pilgrims on a three-day journey from Udbina, through Podlapača and Bilaj, to Smiljan. Experience the beauty of Lika's nature, spirituality and hospitality on this unique route that has enriched European pilgrimage routes.