Local Lifestyle Expert
Marija Jurić
A native of Rijeka, Marija is a foodie and urban explorer who reveals the authentic, everyday rhythms of Croatian life. She’s your go-to for market finds, coffee culture, and neighborhood secrets.
- Writing about travel
- 11+ years
- Covers
- Local cuisine, Markets and neighborhoods, Daily life in Croatian cities, Coffee culture
- Languages
- hr
Stories by Marija Jurić
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Croatia on a Budget: Daily Costs and How to Plan Your Spending
What things actually cost in Croatia in 2026, using sourced prices for food, transport and sightseeing, and how to keep a trip affordable.
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Rovinj, the 'Venice of Istria': A Practical Guide to the Old Town and Coast
What earns Rovinj its Venetian nickname, and how to see the old town, St Euphemia's church, the harbour and the nearby coast in a day or two.
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The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Plitvice Lakes in Winter
Getting there, tickets, routes, photography, food and nearby stops: everything you need to plan a winter day at Plitvice.
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Indoor Art and Wine
How to escape Dubrovnik's summer heat in its museums and galleries, then taste the wines of Pelješac, Konavle and Korčula once the sun goes down.
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Zagreb’s Indoor Escape
Where to play board games in Zagreb on a rainy autumn day, plus other indoor ideas when the weather turns.
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Summer Open-Air Cinemas on the Adriatic
Where to watch films under the stars on the Croatian coast, from Split's Bačvice cinema and Dubrovnik's old summer screens to the Pula Arena.
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Wellness Retreats in the Croatian Hinterland
Thermal spas, mountain forests and quiet farm stays: where to go for rest and recovery in inland Croatia, away from the busy coast.