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Food & Drink: The Adriatic coast is renowned for the variety of seafood dishes, including scampi, prstaci (shellfish) and brodet (mixed fish stewed with rice) all cooked in olive oil and served with vegetables. In the interior visitors should sample manistra od bobica (beans and fresh maize soup).
The regional wines are good. Italian espresso is also popular and cheap.
Shopping: Traditional handicrafts like embroidery, woodcarvings and ceramics make good souvenirs. Tourists can reclaim VAT on expenditure of more than K500. Visitors should ensure that all receipts are retained after any purchase is made, as financial police do have the power to fine visitors without relevant documents. This is to prevent VAT evasion by shopkeepers. Shopping hours: Mon-Fri 0800-1900, Sat 0800-1400.
Special Events: The following is a list of festivals and special events that take place in Croatia in 2003. For further details contact the Croatian National Tourist Board (see Contact Addresses section):
Feb/Mar 2003 Kvarner Riviera Carnival. Jun 23-Jul 7 International Children's Festival, Sibnik. Jul 1-Aug 15 Zagreb Summer Festival. Jul 10-Aug 25 Dubrovnik Summer Festival. Jul 15-Aug 15 Split Summer Festival. Jul 15-Aug 25 Istrian Cultural Summer. Jul 19-22 Zagreb International Folk Festival. Sep 20-22 Vinkovci Autumn Festival. Sep 24-Oct 4 Varazdin Baroque Evenings.
Social Conventions: People normally shake hands upon meeting and leaving. Smoking is generally acceptable but there are restrictions in public buildings and on public transport. Photography: Certain restrictions exist. Tipping: Ten per cent is expected in hotels, restaurants and taxis.
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