Local
Heat Drives Visitors Away Ahead of the 311th Alka
Although 40,000 visitors are expected, caterers complain of disastrous turnout. 'We have a tent for two hundred people, and there's one man sitting in it,' they say.
Tourism
Tourists are spending more in shops, while restaurateurs report a decline in turnover
While the Tax Administration records a nominal 11 percent increase in fiscalized receipts, the Entrepreneurs' Voice Association warns of a drastic decline in revenue for some hospitality businesses. Key reasons include changing guest habits, high prices, and disloyal competition from shops.
Food
New App Leads to Certified Island Dishes
This year, the project preserving Pag's gastronomic heritage covers the entire island, and a digital platform makes planning a gastro tour easier.
Croatia
Bulj Warns Hospitality Workers Ahead of Alka
The Mayor of Sinj has issued a decision on the working hours of hospitality establishments during the 'Days of Alka and Velika Gospa 2026' event, allowing them to operate without restrictions on key days.
ARREST
Šibenik restaurateur arrested for threats, café closed for tax violations
Davor Peković, whose café was recently closed by a tax inspection decision, has been arrested on suspicion of making threats. The circumstances of the alleged threat are currently unknown.