Tourists have been overcharged at bars and clubs ('gentlemen's clubs'), sometimes by thousands of Euros, and threatened with violence if they will not pay. Pickpockets operate in tourist areas. Avoid carrying large sums of cash, do not leave valuables unattended and use hotel safes if possible.

When visiting Croatia in 2026, the primary things to be careful of are overtourism "scams," sea urchins, and "tourist prices." In popular cities like Dubrovnik and Split, be wary of restaurants that do not display prices outside or "street touts" offering cheap boat tours that lack proper safety equipment. On the beaches, the Adriatic is pristine but rocky; sea urchins are common on the seabed, so wearing "sea shoes" is essential to avoid painful stings. Environmentally, be careful with water usage on the islands, where resources are limited during the summer. Legally, Croatia enforces strict rules against "indecent dressing" in old town centers (e.g., walking in a bikini or shirtless), which can result in on-the-spot fines. Finally, while the country is very safe, be mindful of the "dual pricing" feel in 2026; since Croatia joined the Eurozone, prices in tourist hubs have risen significantly, so always double-check your bill for "service charges" which are not always standard but are increasingly added to tourist receipts.