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Renters on the season so far: 'Numbers show the same number of guests, and the streets are emptier'
Croatia🏛️ PoliticsProgressive7 hr. ago

Renters on the season so far: 'Numbers show the same number of guests, and the streets are emptier'

The article discusses the current state of the summer rental season in Croatia, focusing on the experiences of small family landlords. Hana Matić from the organization 'Spasimo male obiteljske iznajmljivače' reports that occupancy rates vary between larger cities and smaller towns, with overall satisfaction being mixed. She notes that while some areas report good occupancy, others show lower results. The article highlights concerns over the government's appeal for price reductions, which many believe was ineffective and potentially influenced tourists to choose other destinations. There is criticism of the lack of transparency in data regarding visitor numbers, particularly from the eVisitor system, which remains confidential. Landlords express frustration over ongoing tax increases and the government's financial mismanagement, emphasizing their role as a constant revenue source during the tourist season.

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Renters on the season so far: 'Numbers show the same number of guests, and the streets are emptier'

The article discusses the current state of the summer rental season in Croatia, focusing on the experiences of small family landlords. Hana Matić from the organization 'Spasimo male obiteljske iznajmljivače' reports that occupancy rates vary between larger cities and smaller towns, with overall satisfaction being mixed. She notes that while some areas report good occupancy, others show lower results. The article highlights concerns over the government's appeal for price reductions, which many believe was ineffective and potentially influenced tourists to choose other destinations. There is criticism of the lack of transparency in data regarding visitor numbers, particularly from the eVisitor system, which remains confidential. Landlords express frustration over ongoing tax increases and the government's financial mismanagement, emphasizing their role as a constant revenue source during the tourist season.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the government's actions, such as the price reduction appeals and tax policies, in a negative light, suggesting they were poorly executed and detrimental to the tourism sector. It criticizes the government for not properly assessing the impact of fiscal measures and portrays the '

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