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Croatia
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Official Language:
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Croatian (Latin alphabet).
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Population:
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4.7 million (approximately).
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Monetary Unit:
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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.
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Climate:
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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.
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Travel Documents:
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Valid passport required. New Zealand passport
holders do not require a visa if staying under
3 months.
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Driving:
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Right hand side of road. Valid driving license
is required, as well as valid documents for
the car, and a green insurance card.
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Shopping:
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Excellent purchases include articles made of
leather, local hand-made lace and embroidery,
ceramics, wine, oil and herb brandies.
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Getting there:
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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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