Tourist Taxes That Could Secretly Inflate Your Next Cruise Bill

9. Croatia – Sojourn Tax (~€1–€3/day)

Croatia’s postcard-perfect coastline—from Dubrovnik to Split—comes with a lesser-known sojourn tax, applied daily to cruise visitors. Typically falling between €1 and €3 per person, per day, the tax is intended to support local tourism, waste management, and coastal preservation. The fee often goes unnoticed, buried within port charges or vaguely labeled “government fees.” Yet over a 7-day Adriatic cruise, the total can surpass €20 per traveler. With Croatia increasingly popular among luxury and boutique cruise lines, expect this charge to remain a quiet but consistent addition to your total cost.