Lauren Simmonds

October the 27th, 2026 – The horrific Omiš fire has now tragically claimed six lives. Despite the severity of the disaster, there has still been no investigation result even after two months.

October the 27th, 2026 – Ryanair has directly connected Zagreb with the Polish capital of Warsaw during the winter schedule, with flights for as little as 17 euros.

October the 28th, 2026 – Over 100,000 Croatian landlords who rent out their properties to tourists turned their backs on protesters fighting for their rights in Zagreb, but why?

October the 28th, 2026 – Hungary toppled Viktor Orbán after 18 years in power, and now Serbia has binned Aleksandar Vučić, many are now asking the question of whether or not a big change for Croatia is next.

October the 28th, 2026 – The mayor of Dubrovnik has referred to the situation with Dubrovnik Airport being “the biggest corruption scandal involving EU cash in Croatia”.

October the 28th, 2026 – Calls for a protest are currently spreading across Zagreb, with the organisers insisting that there are no political parties involved.

October the 29th, 2026 – Mate Rimac hosted the Top Gear team in the magnificent new Bugatti Tourbillon, which resulted in praise for Rimac and Croatia.

October the 29th, 2026 – Despite flu season having arrived earlier than ever in Croatia this year, the vaccines are late. There are already around 200 people with more severe clinical pictures requiring medical care.

October the 29th, 2026 – Over two months after the catastrophic fire, Omiš residents are still trying to recover from the tragedy that claimed six lives and left behind around €100 million in damage.

October the 29th, 2026 – Croatia is currently planning navy modernisation, with Rijeka's 3 Maj shipyard wanting to take full control over this demanding project.