The Croatiapp blog
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Long reads on living in Croatia: paperwork, money, travel, culture and the language. Written by the Croatiapp newsroom, alongside what the Croatian papers are reporting, in your language.
News7 July 2026Property sales down 42%, yet prices keep rising — expert explains what's happening in Croatia
Property sales in Croatia dropped 42% in a year while prices rose 14%. An expert explains the supply shortage and investment demand driving the market.
3 min read
News7 July 2026Popular Thai street food favourite opens new spot in central Zagreb
Popular Saralee's Thai Street Food has opened a new restaurant at Skalinska 3 in central Zagreb, serving authentic Thai dishes after closing its kiosk.
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News7 July 2026New FIFA transparency petition passes 3,500 signatures after Croatia's controversial World Cup exit
A Change.org petition demanding FIFA release VAR audio and sensor data behind Croatia's disallowed goal against Portugal has passed 3,500 signatures.
3 min read
News6 July 2026Croatian scientist leading world's largest astronomy survey as Rubin Observatory begins 10-year mission
The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has begun its 10-year sky survey led by Croatian scientist Željko Ivezić, set to map 40 billion celestial objects.
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News6 July 2026Croatia records EU's largest reduction in gender pension gap since 2020
Croatia recorded the EU's largest fall in the gender pension gap since 2020, down to 19.3% after pension credits for parents.
3 min read
News6 July 2026July and August forecast released: warmer-than-average summer expected for Croatia
Croatia faces a warmer-than-average summer and autumn 2026 with more heatwaves and tropical nights, the latest ECMWF seasonal forecast warns.
3 min read
News6 July 2026Croatia introduces new property agency law from 7 July with stronger buyer protections
Croatia's new property brokerage law starts 7 July 2026 with stricter agency rules, stronger buyer protection and higher penalties for illegal mediation.
4 min read
News3 July 2026Croatian passport ranked 8th most powerful in the world for 2026
Croatia's passport ranks 8th in the 2026 Henley Passport Index with visa-free access to 182 destinations, tied with Estonia. Singapore leads.
3 min read