March 19th, 2009 | 
Author: An interesting article in the New York Times discusses the problems facing Croatia’s tourist industry this year as the global economic crisis bites down. For a country that depends heavily on tourism to prop up a frail economy, any drop in visitors is cause for alarm. And Croatian tourist industry professionals are alarmed. In fact they’re so alarmed tourist agencies are even trying to persuade Serbs to let bygones be bygones and return to Croatia for their summer holiday.
The article also contains some interesting nuggets for others contemplating a Croatian vacation. Although frequently touted as a budget vacation because the country is “not in the eurozone”, the fact that the kuna is pegged to the euro keeps prices relatively high for Brits and Yanks dealing with a weak currency. Devalue already, I say!
Budgeteers should also note the reference to the Dubrovnik’s five-star Excelsior hotel enticing visitors with vouchers and discounts. I’m sure they’re not the only one.
See my special budget tips for visiting Croatia.
Go to the NY Times article.
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