Zagreb’s cultural institutions, hotels and recreational centres have been adapted to suit the needs of the disabled, allowing them to benefit from every aspect of city life. They can also experience the city’s atmosphere, enjoy its warm welcome and partake in city tours in sign language.

The increasingly busy Zagreb airport, the all-important gateway for international travellers arriving and sojourning in Zagreb or elsewhere in Croatia, as well as the key regional hub, should see a major expansion in the near future as the necessary financing for a new passenger terminal has been approved by the European Investment Bank.

Until April 28th, the Zagreb City Museum will feature an exhibition - “I, Jacobus Apothecarius – from the apothecary to industry”, which tells the story of the city’s social and cultural development from the perspective of an important profession.

American indie rock band, The National, will once again visit Zagreb, one of the seven cities in which they will perform as part of their latest European tour. The concert in Zagreb will take place at Šalata on July 2nd.

Zagreb has always been famous for an impressive assortment of excellent cakes. It will soon offer yet another treat to all its citizens with a sweet tooth – the Austrian café bar and pastry shop chain Aida will open its doors in the Croatian capital.

Zagreb has recently seen the opening of its first caravanserai on Vlaška Street, a place where visitors can relax over tea or coffee after a long day at work or travelling. An exhibition area and a souvenir shop offer a glimpse into the impressive diversity of Oriental cultures.

As of the beginning of the year, Zagreb boasts yet another museum to go with countless others – the first Croatian automobile museum “Ferdinand Budicki”. Around 50 pristine classic vehicles, including the Ford Model T and legendary Vespa scooters, are displayed on over 1500 square metres of the old Pluto factory.

As part of his “Take The Crown” European tour, the biggest British pop star, Robbie Williams, will hold a concert in Zagreb at Maksimir Stadium on 13 August.