In a dazzling boost for Croatia’s tourism sector, foreign tourist revenues hit a record-breaking 15 billion euros in 2024, marking a significant rise despite global uncertainties. According to the Croatian National Bank (HNB), the fourth quarter alone raked in nearly 1.8 billion euros — a 10.1% increase compared to the same period in 2023, translating to an additional 164.6 million euros in the national coffers.
Across the entire year, revenues from international visitors grew by 2.7%, a healthy 388.6 million euros more than the previous year, proving that Croatia remains a top contender on the global tourist map, reports Jutarnji List.
Tourism Minister Tonči Glavina couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome. “In 2024, we saw almost 15 billion euros in tourism income — a record for us. What’s even more exciting is that we achieved this during both the pre-season and post-season, thanks to massive investments in tourism infrastructure,” he said.
Highlighting Croatia’s push for value for money, Minister Glavina explained that major promotional efforts at global tourism fairs had ensured Croatia’s place as a top-value destination. “The focus is no longer just on the summer months; we’re elevating the quality of our services and positioning Croatia as a sustainable, year-round destination,” he added.