Croatia
Drunk Frenchman in Makarska Commits 18 Traffic Violations and Flees Police for 4 Hours
The 23-year-old drove in the wrong direction, ran red lights, and had a blood alcohol level of 1.52 per mille. The court ordered him to be detained for 14 days.
Tourism
Ćorluka Expands Hotel Portfolio: Fifth Property to Open in Grude
Petar Ćorluka, owner of Violeta, is expanding his hotel portfolio with four existing properties in BiH and Croatia, and a fifth four-star hotel is set to open soon in Grude.
Croatia
Fires Subside: Tucaković Reveals Current Situation
After a series of fires across Croatia, the situation has calmed down, but the investigation into the deliberate setting of fires in the Zadar area continues.
Local
Makarska Riviera Firefighters Mobilized
The launch of at least four signal flares in Podgora mobilized all firefighting forces from Brela to Gradac, with the incident occurring amid major wildfires that have hit Dalmatia in recent days.
Crime
Beach Towel Dispute: Judge Handcuffed and Taken to Court
The Croatian Judges' Association sharply criticizes Makarska police over the arrest and handcuffing of a judge who reported a verbal assault, only to end up in a misdemeanor court in handcuffs herself.
Local
Mostar Academic Fined for Insults on Makarska Beach
Local
Fire near Makarska under control: 37 firefighters and two water-bombing planes
Local
Fled from Police on a Moped, Ended Up in Jail
Culture
Amar Bukvić: Toma Domazet Is the Most Challenging Role of His Career
Music
Jelena Rozga Sets Makarska's Open-Air Cinema Ablaze
The singer delivered one of the most anticipated concerts of the summer on the Makarska Riviera on Friday night, and besides her hits, all eyes were on her striking fashion statement.
Local
Tragedy on Sutvid: Czech Hiker Dies
HGSS Station Makarska had two interventions in the same area in less than 24 hours. In the second operation, despite the rescuers' efforts, the life of a Czech national could not be saved.
Local
Scooter Driver Near Makarska Carries Board Across Entire Lane: 'Where Is the Police Now?'
A video circulating on social media shows an unusual sight on the Adriatic Highway, leaving many wondering how such a thing is even possible.
Local
HGSS Rescues Foreigner on Biokovo for Hours
Exhausted hiker stranded at 1,050 meters due to unsuitable footwear and heat, rescue operation lasted until early morning hours.
Local
Makarska Celebrates Its Millionth Overnight Stay Today
Dalmatia's tourism gem has achieved an excellent result, with the millionth overnight stay recorded a day earlier than last year, and the Tourist Board highlights positive trends and thanks its staff.
Travel
He Came from Albania to the Adriatic, Then Was Left Shocked
A Norwegian of Croatian descent on holiday on the Makarska Riviera couldn't believe how high the prices were, while analysts warn of the loss of competitiveness of Croatian tourism.
Local
Karepovac to Close Its Doors to Neighboring Municipalities from Friday
The City of Split will stop accepting mixed municipal waste from surrounding units as of August 7, with leaders of nine cities and municipalities threatening lawsuits and warning of chaos amid the tourist season.
Local
Makarska communal workers remove towels and loungers from beaches for equal access
Morning operation by 'Makarski komunalac' and city wardens reignites summer debate over reserving spots on public beaches.
Travel
Makarska at Peak Season: Crowded Beaches, No Free Shade
The town beach in Makarska is packed with swimmers during the heatwave, sparking debates on social media about mass tourism on the Adriatic.