Traveling internationally can be expensive and difficult to navigate, but we are here to support you each step of the way. For recommendations or advice outside of what we’ve outlined below, please reach out to either of us directly.
When planning your trip, we recommend you fly into is Split International Airport (SPU). The airport, located in Trogir, Croatia, is a 25-minute drive to Split Old Town and our wedding venue.
Flying from Portland to Split
Flights out of PDX will typically include one or two layovers depending on your flight path. Though, especially if flying Delta, many itineraries include a short layover in Seattle. Travel times can be anywhere from 14-24+ hours, with one flight lasting 8+ hours. Please identify flights that best meet your needs.
Flying from San Francisco to Split
Flights out of SFO will typically include one or two layovers depending on your flight path. Similarly to Portland, travel times can be anywhere from 14-24+ hours, with one flight lasting 8+ hours. Please identify flights that best meet your needs.
International Travel
To ensure you are receiving the best rate for your flights, we recommend you set up alerts on Google Flights to notify you when price trends have shifted. For reference, we bought our roundtrip tickets from Portland to Split in August 2024 for under $900; however, prices dropped down to $700 at their lowest fare.
When selecting an itinerary, please allow at least 1.5-2 hours for your first international layover, as you may need to pass through immigration on the way to your gate.
If you have the option, we recommend you insure your trip.
Make sure your passport is up to date and valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay.
Car Rentals & Local Transport
Uber is the most accessible and affordable rideshare platform in Split, even more so than taxis. When using an Uber, you can pay on your phone and do not have to worry about having enough cash or paying credit card processing fees.
Renting a car is fairly simple and does not require an international license; however, you will be required to provide your U.S. drivers license and passport upon the time of rental. Croatians also drive on the right side of the road and have similar traffic laws and enforcement as you are accustomed to in the states. Though, parking can be very difficult in Split and Trogir, as can navigating surface streets given how narrow and busy they can be - both with other drivers and pedestrians.
For more information on local travel, tips and tricks, we’d recommend visiting Frank About Croatia. This website has in-depth information about popular Croatian destinations, best practices for navigating the country and local insights about the best places to eat and spend your time.
Currency & Travel Tips
While credit and debit are accepted at many places in Croatia, cash is still preferred by many merchants/retailers. Before leaving the U.S., we would recommend pulling out Euros (the Croatian currency) at your local bank in order to avoid high transactions fees at ATMs. These fees are significant and add up if you end up needing to pull out more cash during your trip.
Bring a European outlet adapter to charge your cell phones and/or to use any plug-in devices. You can purchase these adapters easily on Amazon.
Be wary of stairs and cobblestone streets with your luggage. If possible, we would recommend traveling with backpack luggage over a roller bag given that more Airbnb’s require tenants to climb several stories of stairs for entry. Be sure to read reviews before you book so you know what to expect when you arrive, and can choose luggage accordingly.