Night Train from Sarajevo to Zagreb

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Good news for travellers “doing” the Balkans this summer. As of April 6, there will be a night train from Sarajevo to Zagreb. Day trains have been in operation for years but the advantage of night trains is that you don’t lose a day’s travel time in getting from one place to another. Of course train buffs (and I’m one of them) will claim that at least half the pleasure is getting there. Maybe. But it’s nice to have a choice.  See more on getting to Zagreb and trains to Croatia. … Continue reading →

Ryanair opens new route to Zadar

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Rumors have been flying for months but now it’s official. Low-cost carrier Ryanair is launching a new route from London (Stansted) to Zadar beginning April 23. The flights leave London at 17.10pm Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 5.10pm arriving in Zadar 3 1/2 hours later. Flights from Zadar to London leave Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 9pm. This is going to be a big boon to one of my favorite cities in Dalmatia. Ryanair, Europe’s largest low fares airline (6th Feb) announced 16 new routes across Europe and its 19th base in Dusseldorf today. This expansion brings Europe’s lowest fares … Continue reading →

Dubrovnik News Roundup

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Dubrovnik has a long history of good governance (see more on Dubrovnik history) that continues to this day. Small surprise that Dubrovnik’s mayor, Dubravka Suica, has been proclaimed one of the top ten most successful mayors in the world, according to the Dubrovnik Tourist Board. Currently Dubrovnik is challenged by a dramatic influx of tourists that threatens to overwhelm resources. Despite being nearly loved to death, Dubrovnik returns the favor by providing new services for its lucky visitors. For example, Dubrovnik airport has instituted a modern electronic system so visitors can instantly see available accommodation. Cool. Also cool, IMO, is … Continue reading →