The article reports that over one million and a half tourists are currently staying in Croatia during peak tourist season, with the majority coming from Germany and choosing destinations like Istria, the Split-Dalmatia region, and the Kvarner area. While overall tourism numbers are high, restaurant owners note a significant drop in customer traffic, ranging between 20% and 30% in areas outside major cities like Split and Dubrovnik. In contrast, traffic in these main tourist hubs has decreased by around 10%. Bruno Samardžić, president of the 'Glas poduzetnika' association, explains that this shift reflects a trend where more spending is moving from restaurants to home-based consumption within accommodations.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data about tourist numbers and economic trends without overtly favoring any political stance. It includes quotes from industry representatives but does not take sides on policy solutions or political responsibility for the observed changes in consumer behavior. The tone,






