last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other Practical Information for Croatia
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Luggage and Equipment to Bring
In summer, pack light clothing plus a sweater for inland areas and evenings. In winter, while moderately warm clothes may suffice for the coast, much more protective gear is needed for the mountainous regions or central Croatia. Don’t forget water shoes for the beach (to protect against sea urchins and especially the pebbles), as well as sun protection, rain gear, and wind protection—sometimes cold and strong in autumn/early winter.
Communications
Phone
International dialing code: (00 +) 385.
Internet
Internet is widely available in the country, except for a few areas in the islands. Many accommodations, bars, restaurants, etc., offer connections. Free Wi-Fi is also common in many places.
Post
Time Difference
Local time: .
Croatia (like all its neighbors) is on the same time as France (UTC+1), so there is no time difference.
Electricity
230 V (50 Hz) with "French" plugs (officially type F), which will require an adapter for North American plugs.
Hours
Laundromats
Local Tourist Offices
Weights and Measures
Croatia uses the metric and decimal system, just like France.
French Language Use
Among foreign languages, Italian and German were historically the most learned in Croatia for various reasons, but English now dominates among young people and in the tourism sector. As for French, it is rarely spoken, though you may occasionally find speakers in the main coastal tourist areas.