Latest from Croatia

Did she jump? Crew question how British passenger could have gone overboard
Cruise ship staff claim British woman\s unlikely to have fallen into sea by accident.

Tourist hospitalised by Croatian hostel staff
When ms Denmar refused to pay extra for her hostel she was hospitalised.

Amazing rescue: Woman saved 10 hours after falling into sea from cruise ship
Incredible survival story of 46-year-old who says she accidentally went overboard.

Kiwi caught up in riots in France after World Cup victory
"Things went crazy," says Jessica Bell, who found herself running away from tear gas.

Watch: Macron's emphatic victory speech in French changing rooms
Watch: French President's passionate victory speech as he stands next to Putin.

Luka Modric: From refugee to $320k a week
He grew up in a war-torn country as a child refugee. Now he's on the cusp of greatness.

France v Croatia: Finalists' attractions for travellers
The football World Cup final takes place tomorrow at 3am NZ time.

This Croatian island will make your heart sing
The much-anticipated Mamma Mia! sequel was filmed on the Croatian island of Vis.

Abstract artist Milan Mrkusich dies
The painter Milan Mrkusich, who was a pioneer abstract artist in New Zealand, has died.

Lads bike the world to raise money for cancer charity
The group chucked in their 9-5 jobs for an around-the-world adventure.

Travel guru finalist for dream job after battling illness
Jennifer Simms is one of 25 contestants vying to win a Discovery Channel internship.

Croatia: Where the blues bewitch
Enjoy island hopping and exploring old towns, writes Stephanie Holmes.

Balkans: The roads less travelled
Rhys Davies discovers novel nightlife, magnificent scenery and rich history.

Kiwi dies in cycling accident on Croatian island
A Kiwi has died while cycling on a Croatian island.

Two Kiwis hurt out drinking in Croatia
Two Kiwis reportedly injured during nights out drinking in Croatia.

'It was like giving us a new start'
Auckland teen give a "second chance" at life thanks to another family's decision.

Back to Brac Island
Split from the madding crowds and head for a quieter part of Croatia, suggests Hannah Stephenson.

Room check: The Sheraton, Dubrovnik
Leighton Luke beds down adjacent to a beautiful Croatian bay.

Female truckie's death-defying stunt
Watch: Kiwi truck driver Louise Marriott is following in the footsteps of Jean Claude Van Damme.

'Stop making stupid selfies,' rescuers beg
A Croatian national park will ban visitors from wearing jandals after a dramatic increase in extreme selfie-related deaths.

Croatia: A non-fan's guide to 'Thrones' sites
Croatia is to Game of Thrones what a Waikato hillside is to fans of The Hobbit.

'What feral girl would accept $10,000?'
One of the Australian men who paid more than $10,000 to avoid being jailed for the rape of a teen in Croatia has been defended by a young woman on a date with him.

Cruising: Balkan beauty
"Tell me something interesting about your country. Something that people on the other side of the world who've maybe never heard of it would relate to."

Croatia: Exploring Marco's origins
On a fine Croatian island, Winston Aldworth learns of local claims to a great traveller.

Croatia: The TV star of Dalmatia
On the cobbled streets of Dubrovnik, Winston Aldworth marvels at one of the world's prettiest cities.