Croatia
Hrvatska
Dubrovnik, Split, and the islands are summer favorites. Bolt and Uber both work in main cities, but ferries between islands rule the coast.
๐Rideshare & Taxi
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European rideshare with cheaper fares than Uber in many cities. Also offers scooters.
Main rideshare in Zagreb and Split.
The most widely available rideshare service globally. Works in 70+ countries.
Also widely available.
๐บ๏ธNavigation & Maps
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Works almost everywhere except mainland China. Offline maps are critical when roaming.
Strong, especially for ferry routing.
๐ฑFood Delivery
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Spanish food + parcel delivery, big in Portugal, Italy, Eastern Europe, and Africa.
Main food delivery in cities.
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The practical basics
Power & plugs
- Plug type
- C / F
- Voltage
- 230V
- Frequency
- 50Hz
- Type C: Two round pins. Used across most of Europe, South America, parts of Asia and Africa.
- Type F: Two round pins + grounding clips on top and bottom (Schuko). Standard across most of Europe.
Standard European.
Tipping
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory; rounding up or leaving around 10% for good service in restaurants is common, and tipping is more expected at tourist-area establishments than in casual cafes.
CurrencyEUR
Croatian you'll actually use
Etiquette and scams to know
โ Do
- Greet with a handshake and use 'Dobar dan' (good day) when entering shops or restaurants
- Dress modestly when visiting churches and cover shoulders and knees
- Make eye contact and say 'ลฝivjeli' when toasting with drinks
- Accept offered food or drink when visiting a home, as hospitality is a point of pride
- Be respectful and avoid casual jokes about the 1990s war and its history
- Remove your shoes when entering someone's home if asked
โDon't
- Avoid bringing up or trivializing the Croatian War of Independence (Homeland War) and ethnic tensions
- Do not refer to Croatia as a 'Balkan' or formerly 'Yugoslav' country in a way that lumps it with neighbors, as many find it sensitive
- Avoid wearing swimwear away from the beach in town centers and restaurants
- Do not be loud or disruptive late at night in residential and historic old-town areas
โ ๏ธ Common scams to know
- Restaurants and bars in coastal tourist hotspots (Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar) charging unlisted prices or adding items to the bill; always check the menu and your receipt
- Unlicensed private accommodation ('sobe') touts at ferry terminals and bus stations offering rooms that differ from what is promised
- Taxi drivers without meters quoting inflated fixed fares; agree on a price first or use a ride app
- Overpriced excursions and boat tours sold aggressively on the street with hidden extra costs
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