Maritime Safety: A fatal catamaran-sailboat collision near Šolta/Brač has led to the arrest of the Krilo Eclipse first officer, who could face up to 15 years in prison; four Czech nationals died and police suspect a breach of navigation safety. Beach Tourism: Pasjača Beach in Konavle (near Dubrovnik) is being hailed as Croatia’s most beautiful “accidental” beach—created when 1955 tunnel construction left stone that waves later shaped into pebbles. Air Connectivity: Croatia is pushing for direct flights from Hong Kong, with talks involving Cathay Pacific; the goal is to boost tourism and business links as visitor numbers from China and Hong Kong recover. Camping Costs: Croatia has become Europe’s most expensive camping destination, with peak-season pitch prices averaging €73 per night—up about 12% year-on-year. Travel & Safety Watch: A shooting in New York’s Times Square sparked panic among tourists and fans, with police reporting a suspect in custody and no injuries. World Cup Travel Angle: England’s World Cup camp in Kansas City welcomed Trevoh Chalobah after Tino Livramento’s injury, underscoring how quickly travel plans can change for Croatia-bound fans and matchgoers.