Preparing your trip to Zadar: advices & hints - things to do and to obey
1. The city is very convenient to travel by car that you can easily rent in one of numerous rental offices. For this purpose you will need a driver's license of the international standard. Tourists will also need to leave a deposit for a car. Daily rental price is no less than US$30 and depends on the brand of the rented car.
2. Motorists should not forget that the maximum speed permitted in the city is 50 km/h. All passengers must be protected by seat belts. Violation of traffic rules will bring you to large fines.
3. Tram remains the most common form of public transport. The cost of a ride is about $0.65. Tourists who plan to travel a lot around the city are recommended to purchase a special pass. It costs approximately $1.75 and is valid for one day.
4. All taxis are equipped with counters. The cost of a ride at night and on weekends can be 20% higher than on weekdays. As a rule, a trip in the city costs not more than 8 dollars, and in the case of a ride to the country the price is better to be specified in advance.
6. In some elite restaurants service fees may be already included in the bill. If there is no separate item concerning service fees in the bill, then one can add additional 10% to the due sum. Your tips will be greatly appreciated. Guides, taxi drivers and maids at your hotel should also receive a small reward.
7. The schedule of various cultural institutions can change depending on a season. Visitors can specify this in any tourist office. Many museums and galleries work from early in the morning until noon, and then they open only after 5:00 pm.
Travelers are usually attracted not only by numerous places of interest of Zadar, but also by its rich calendar of cultural events. Throughout a year the city hosts many interesting … Open
9. Do not forget to bargain in the local markets and fairs. Even if you do not manage to reduce the price of the product you like, a seller will probably offer some attractive souvenir or a gift as compensation. Bargaining is only not proper in major department stores and supermarkets.
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Croatia: travelling advices
1. Despite the fact that Croatia is a member state of the European Union, the local currency, kuna, remains the dominant one. In some stores, the price can be placed in euros. However, most often, the latter price will be higher than in kunas.2. The Croats do not like to interfere in a private life, and therefore strictly observe the established boundaries of private properties. Often, estates are not marked with fences or markings, so it's better to be careful.
3. The Croats speak English rather well, but they are very happy if a tourist tries to say something in Croatian. Hence, before traveling to this country it is recommended to learn a few phrases. Locals also speak Italian in the territories bordering with Italy.
4. In comparison with other European countries, the prices in restaurants in Croatia are quite low. Before ordering a dish, it is worth to ask about the size of the serving, as it can be huge. … Open
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Travelling to Zadar - advices and tips. What should be provisioned in advance, the rules you might want to follow, and the things you better avoid doing in Zadar. We help you to make your trip smooth and easy, with no unexpected surprises.