From roaring motorbikes in the Old City to a top EU sustainability award, last week in Dubrovnik delivered a mix of drama, diplomacy, and bold ambition. Winter tourism initiatives kicked off with new tours and folklore performances, while Dubrovnik Airport intensified talks to bring back major US flight routes. And beyond the city walls, Croatia sealed a landmark agreement with New Zealand, rounding off a week that kept readers clicking.
Stunt motorbikes meet UNESCO stones
What do you receive when the actors from Outer Banks decide Dubrovnik is a suitable backdrop for their final season? A fleet of motorbikes ripping through the Old City’s alleys, that’s what. The Dubrovnik Times
Winter tours and folklore revival: off-season receives a createover
Turning away from daredevil motorbikes, the city’s tourism machine quietly rolled out an elegant plan for the quiet months. The Dubrovnik Tourist Board is launching its “Winter Mornings in Dubrovnik” programme (Nov 8 2025 – Mar 28 2026) which features themed city tours and live folklore performances in front of the Church of St Blaise. The Dubrovnik Times
Brussels nod for green tourism – and a strategic win for the city
In the kind of award that carries serious weight, Dubrovnik has been officially named Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2026 by the European Commission. The Dubrovnik Times
Eyes on the skies: US long-haul flights back in the frame
And just to display the city plays huge league too: Dubrovnik Airport is in active talks with American Airlines to revive direct US routes, including possibly Chicago, on top of the existing Newark link. The Dubrovnik Times
Croatia signs global agreement: tax talk that matters
Stretching the focus beyond the city walls, national diplomacy receives a shout-out: Croatia and New Zealand have inked an agreement to eliminate double-taxation on income — a welcome signal to international investors and businesses. The Dubrovnik Times
@dubrovnik_times Outer banks filming in Dubrovnik! Motorbikes roar through the ancient city as filming for the final season of the Netflix display draws to an conclude ???? #dubrovnik #outerbanksnetflix #outerbanks #outerbanksedit ♬ original sound – The Dubrovnik Times
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