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Camino Banovina in May leads pilgrims through Sisak, Petrinja, Glina and Topusko
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Camino Banovina in May leads pilgrims through Sisak, Petrinja, Glina and Topusko

Find out what Camino Banovina brings from May 9 to 12, 2026, a four-day pilgrimage route through the hills, forests and villages of Banovina. We bring an overview of the stages from Sisak to Topusko, practical information on registrations, the passport, stamps, transport and accommodation, and the context of a route that connects spirituality, nature and local heritage.

May 6, 2026 at 5:58 AM · Tourism desk
Safe in Dalmatia presented a new level of safety information for tourists and coastal visitors in Split
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Safe in Dalmatia presented a new level of safety information for tourists and coastal visitors in Split

Find out how the Safe in Dalmatia platform brings together safety advice, emergency contacts and practical instructions for staying in Split-Dalmatia County. We provide an overview of the project presented in Split, its role in the tourist season and the importance of digital tools for safer movement along the coast, islands, roads, ports and nature during the summer months.

May 6, 2026 at 5:58 AM · Tourism desk
Luxury trains offer slowness as an experience, but the real price of travel often changes the decision
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Luxury trains offer slowness as an experience, but the real price of travel often changes the decision

Find out why comparing the train and the plane must not stop at the initial ticket price. We bring an overview of baggage costs, transfers, flexible fares, overnight stays and passenger rights, with an explanation of when rail becomes the more practical choice, and when a flight or combined route may be more rational for time, money and certainty of arrival.

May 5, 2026 at 6:18 AM · Tourism desk
Night tourism is changing travel: how to plan the budget, safety and daily rhythm after sunset on holiday
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Night tourism is changing travel: how to plan the budget, safety and daily rhythm after sunset on holiday

Find out how night museums, gastronomic tours, stargazing and kayak rides under moonlight are changing the way holidays are planned. We bring an overview of costs, safety issues, accommodation choices, transport and the rhythm of the day that become crucial when the main activities move into the evening and night hours, far from classic daytime sightseeing.

May 5, 2026 at 6:18 AM · Tourism desk
When travel depends on the mobile phone: why the battery, passwords and offline copies have become the key Plan B on the road
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When travel depends on the mobile phone: why the battery, passwords and offline copies have become the key Plan B on the road

Find out how the mobile phone has become the centre of modern travel, from boarding passes and hotel reservations to eSIM, navigation and a digital wallet. We bring an overview of the most important risks, from an empty battery and a lost password to unavailable roaming, and practical ways to prepare a safe digital backup before departure and avoid problems.

May 5, 2026 at 6:18 AM · Tourism desk
When the most beautiful viewpoints require a plan: how to avoid crowds, an expensive return and poor access
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When the most beautiful viewpoints require a plan: how to avoid crowds, an expensive return and poor access

Find out why visiting panoramic points increasingly requires more than a spontaneous arrival. We bring an overview of the most important things to check before setting off: the climb, public transport, parking, the last bus, timed entries, trail safety and a realistic return plan, so that a beautiful view remains a pleasant experience instead of a logistical problem.

May 5, 2026 at 6:17 AM · Tourism desk
The Azores without rushing: how to plan flights, ferries, rent-a-car and a backup plan for your trip
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The Azores without rushing: how to plan flights, ferries, rent-a-car and a backup plan for your trip

Find out why traveling through the Azores requires more flexibility than it seems at first glance. We bring an overview of the most important logistical challenges, from fog and delayed flights to ferries, rent-a-car and choosing accommodation, with practical tips on how to build an itinerary that will not fall apart because of one disrupted transfer.

May 4, 2026 at 6:59 AM · Tourism desk
Monsoon travel requires a different plan: how to choose hotels, footwear, insurance and excursions in the rain
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Monsoon travel requires a different plan: how to choose hotels, footwear, insurance and excursions in the rain

Find out why traveling during the monsoon season is not just a cheaper holiday, but a different way of planning. We provide an overview of how rain affects the choice of hotels, footwear, luggage, travel insurance, excursions and transport, and when lower prices really mean savings, and when downpours can bring closed roads, canceled tours and additional costs.

May 4, 2026 at 6:59 AM · Tourism desk
Cairo between pyramids and traffic: how a good schedule decides whether a great excursion will succeed or fail
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Cairo between pyramids and traffic: how a good schedule decides whether a great excursion will succeed or fail

Find out how to realistically plan a visit to the pyramids in Giza, museums, transfers and accommodation in Cairo without turning the trip into a day of waiting. We bring an overview of the key decisions: when to start, when to take a guide, how to avoid traffic traps and why, in this city, fewer attractions are often a better choice than an overcrowded schedule, especially during hot and traffic-heavy days.

May 4, 2026 at 6:58 AM · Tourism desk

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