VOICED : Croatia turns to Christmas tourism for economic cheer

Zagreb, Croatia's capital, hosts an Advent festival to attract winter tourists with live music, cultural events, and markets. The country, recovering from a recession, sees tourism as vital, aiming to showcase Zagreb as a festive destination. The Advent program, now in its sixth year, targets both local and international visitors, with hopes to surpass previous visitor records through extensive promotion.

In what ways do locals believe Zagreb's Advent experience differs from other European cities?

What are the hopes of local officials regarding the Advent program's impact on tourism?