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The Independent UK
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Fuel crisis uncertainty looms as Croatia gears up for the summer tourism season

Croatia Fuel Tourism - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Summer is still a few months away, but the streets of Croatia's old town of Dubrovnik are already teeming with tourists from all over the world. It's usually a sign of a strong season ahead, but this year uncertainty hangs in the air.

Global instability triggered by the Iran war and surging fuel prices have brought unpredictability to the tourism industry, including in Dubrovnik, Croatia's top Adriatic Sea destination that draws millions of visitors annually.

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