What to pack

  • Keep copies of important travel documents on your phone i.e., passport biometric page, visa, e-ticket, proof of accommodation and travel insurance.
  • Keep your money in your hand luggage.
  • Pack your reading glasses, medicine (with a copy of your prescription) and a light jacket.
  • Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the flight.
  • Clothing (check the weather forecast before packing).
  • Camera, mobile charger, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, moisturiser, and lip salve.
  • Remember to leave the hotel contact details and your flight details with a friend/family.

Dress code

Croatia is slightly modest to relaxed and casual. Use plenty of sunscreen, a sunhat, and sunglasses. Shorts are acceptable for men and women; however, it is not acceptable to wear a short when visiting a church or monastery. It is advisable to pack in lightweight fabrics and always remember to pack in a shawl for ladies or a light jacket if the weather changes in the evening.  

Dress Code

  • Dress code for day – semi-casual/casual.
  • Feminine attire – dress, pant suit or sporty outfit.
  • Masculine attire – sports shirt, shorts, trousers, or jeans.
  • Dress code for the evening – smart casual

Feminine attire

  • Dressy outfit, cocktail dress.
  • Formal dress or pants, and blouse.
  • Smart shoes (no micro shorts).

Masculine attire

  • Smart shirt, trousers, closed shoes.
  • Jackets and ties are not required.
  • No shorts, sleeveless t-shirts, and jeans.

Pack some warm clothes for the cooler days/evenings.

Smart casual: Important to remember that when dressing for a smart casual event, the emphasis is on “smart” and not on “casual”.

Guidelines for

smart casual wear

Feminine attire

Do

  • Dress, trousers, skirt, jacket or cardigan, pashmina.
  • Jewellery and accessories, heeled shoes, pumps, neat sandals.

Don't

  • Evening gown, sportswear, T-shirt, jeans – “torn/ripped style”.
  • Flip-flops, track suit, shorts, caps, trainers.

Masculine attire

Do

  • Chino pants, neat jeans, long-sleeved shirt, jacket or cardigan.
  • Sock, denim jacket (neat), closed shoes.

Don't

  • Shorts, sportswear, T-shirt, jeans – “torn/ripped style”.
  • Trainers, track suit, caps, sandals.