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| Official Language: |
Croatian (Latin alphabet). |
| Population: |
4.7 million (approximately). |
| Monetary Unit: |
Croatian Kuna (Kn). Foreign currency
can be changed at Banks, Exchange Offices, Post Offices,
Tourist agencies, hotels, etc. All major cards (American
Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners) are accepted
for a wide range
of services. |
| Climate: |
The Adriatic Coast has a typical
Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and cool
winters. It has one of the sunniest and warmest coasts
in Europe with
an average summer temperature of 27°C. Central
Croatia has a continental climate with warm summers
and wet, traditionally
snowy winters. |
| Travel Documents: |
Valid passport required. New Zealand
passport holders do not require a visa if staying
under 3 months. |
| Driving: |
Right hand side of road. Valid
driving license is required, as well as valid documents
for the car, and a green insurance card. |
| Shopping: |
Excellent purchases include articles
made of leather, local hand-made lace and embroidery,
ceramics, wine, oil and herb brandies. |
| Getting there: |
It is possible to drive into Croatia
from any of the neighbouring countries (Italy, Austria,
Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia & Montenegro and
Hungary). Ferry crossings operate from Bari, Pescara,
Ancona and Venice in Italy to selected ports in Croatia.
National carrier,
Croatia Airlines, makes regular daily flights into
Croatia from many major European gateways. |
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