Despite the fact that Croatia is a member state of the European Union, the local currency kuna is still predominant on its territory. In some stores the price may be indicated in euros, but most often the price will be overpriced.

Croatians do not like interference in private life, and therefore it is necessary to strictly observe the established boundaries of private property. Often they are not marked with fences or markings, and therefore you should be careful.

Croats speak English quite well, but they will be very happy if a tourist tries to say something in Croatian, so it is recommended to learn a few phrases before traveling to this country. In the territories bordering Italy, Italian is also spoken.

Compared to other European countries, the prices in restaurants in Croatia are quite low. Before ordering a dish, it is worth clarifying the portion size – it may seem huge.

Most beaches in Croatia are rocky, and many beaches have cliffs and precipices.

In shallow water in Croatia you can often find sea urchins. To avoid accidentally stepping on one and injuring yourself, it is recommended to swim in rubber slippers.

Large sums of money and original documents are best kept in a safe in the hotel. Croatia is a safe enough country for a vacation, but in busy tourist areas you can meet a pickpocket.

The country’s cuisine is suitable for almost everyone – it is based on dishes made of vegetables and meat, often Croatians use paprika and sweet pepper.

Croats are quite slow, which affects the rhythm of life in the cities. They readily agree to requests and promise to fulfill them tomorrow, but such a promise, as a rule, remains a promise.

Croatian men have an ardent temperament and often show a keen interest in young women. To avoid embarrassing situations, you should avoid walking alone.

If the bill in the restaurant does not include tips, you should leave them for the waiter and bartender. The size of the tip is 10%.

In stores in Croatia, when buying goods above 500 local kuna, the buyer has the right to ask for a Tax Free check and get a 22% tax refund on the cost of goods. To get a refund it is necessary to apply with the check and receipt to a specialist at the customs office.