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7TH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON RURAL TOURISM – TRAVEL INSTRUCTIONS

 

The island of Rab, known as the “Island of Happiness”, is well connected to the mainland and major cities. To help you plan your journey as easily as possible, here are the key travel options.

 

Arrival by plane

 

Participants arriving from abroad can use the two nearest airports:

 

1. Zagreb Airport (ZAG) – Franjo Tuđman (distance 230 km)

o By car: Directly from the airport via the A1 motorway southbound (direction Senj/Stinica). The drive to the Stinica ferry port takes approximately 3 hours.

o By bus: The airport is connected by a regular shuttle bus to the Zagreb Bus Terminal. From there, direct lines depart to the island of Rab.

o Private transfers: Organized transport services (van or minibus) are available directly from the airport to Rab.

 

2. Rijeka Airport (RJK) – Island of Krk (distance 70 km)

o The closest airport to the island of Rab.

o Transfer: From the airport, a taxi or rental car is recommended to the Valbiska ferry port (approx. 25 minutes drive), followed by a ferry to Lopar on Rab.

 

Arrival by car

 

• From Zagreb: A1 motorway to Žuta Lokva interchange, then via Senj along the coastal road D8 to the port of Stinica (approx. 220 km).

• From Rijeka: Adriatic coastal road (E65 and D8) south to the port of Stinica or via the Krk Bridge to the port of Valbiska (approx. 120 km).

 

Ferry lines (Main ways of arrival)

 

Regardless of your direction of travel, you will reach the island via one of the two ferry routes:

 

• Stinica (mainland) – Mišnjak (Rab)

o Travel time: 15 minutes

o Frequency: Continuous departures every 1 to 2 hours

o Tip: Tickets can be purchased at the port or online on the Rapska plovidba website

 

• Valbiska (Krk) – Lopar (Rab)

o Travel time: 80 minutes

o Frequency: Daily at 7:45 and 18:20 from Krk (Valbiska) to Rab (Lopar), and at 5:45 and 16:00 from Rab (Lopar) to Krk

o Suitable for: Travellers coming from Rijeka, Istria or via Krk Airport

o Tip: Tickets can be purchased at the port or online on the Jadrolinija website

 

Arrival by bus

 

• Direct lines: The island of Rab is connected daily with Rijeka and Zagreb

• Ferry crossing: The bus uses the Stinica – Mišnjak ferry line, and the ferry ticket is included in the bus fare

• Main bus station: Located in the town of Rab (Palit), about 600 meters from the historic centre

• Departure from Zagreb: Daily at 11:30, travel time approx. 5 h 30 min – more at www.akz.hr

• Departure from Rijeka: Daily at 14:00, travel time approx. 3 h – more at www.arriva.com.hr/hr-hr/kvarner/rab

 

High-speed catamarans (Passengers only)

 

For participants travelling without a car, fast ferry lines are available:

 

• Rijeka – Rab – Novalja (Pag): Travel time approx. 1 h 45 min

• Zadar – Silba – Rab – Krk – Rijeka: Travel time approx. 2 h 15 min

 

Useful tips for participants

 

• Reservations: We recommend purchasing ferry tickets in advance via mobile apps (Jadrolinija or Rapska plovidba)

• Timetable: Before departure, be sure to check the official carrier websites for possible changes due to weather conditions (e.g. strong bora wind)

 

Taxi service on Rab: +385 99 409 2149

 

Recommendation: Call at least 15–20 minutes in advance.

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Note: Participants who wish to arrive earlier or extend their stay after the congress are kindly asked to indicate the exact arrival and departure dates in the registration form, and during the accommodation booking step select the offered standard dates. After that, please contact Valamar at callcenter@valamar.com to finalize and align the accommodation reservation with your desired dates.

 

REGISTRATION FEE

 

Registration fee for applications and payments until March 31, 2026

 

Registration fee for applications and payments from April 1, 2026

Congress participants

280 EUR

350 EUR

 

Exceptionally, we grant a discount for the following groups:

Students

 

145 EUR

 

175 EUR

Retirees

145 EUR

175 EUR

Family farms (OPGs) and previous winners of the award “Sunflower of Rural Tourism - The Sunflower Award”

145 EUR

175 EUR

Accompanying persons (Accompanying persons are considered family members only)

145 EUR

175 EUR

Online participation for scientific paper presentation

145 EUR

175 EUR

Online participation for scientific paper presentation (Students and Retirees)

80 EUR

110 EUR

 

Note: A discount on the registration fee may be granted on one basis only. Online presentation of a paper is permitted exclusively for authors of scientific papers who are objectively unable to attend, subject to prior approval.

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A separate application form must be completed for each participant.

By registering for the 7th International Congress on Rural Tourism, you secure full access to all professional and social programme activities.

Professional programme and materials:

  • Official registration for participation in the Congress.
  • Access to all presentations, panels and professional events.
  • Publication of your paper in the Conference Proceedings.
  • A package of materials and congress publications.

Social programme and networking:

  • Official opening ceremony of the Congress with an accompanying programme (May 6, 2026).
  • Evening gatherings and a rich accompanying programme (May 7, 2026).
  • Gala dinner for all participants (May 8, 2026).

Catering services and professional excursion:

  • Working lunches and refreshments during all breaks.
  • Educational tour of the island of Rab with professional guidance (May 9, 2026).

Registration notes:

  • The stated participation fees are mandatory for all participants and accompanying persons.
  • Payment is a prerequisite for presenting a paper at the Congress.
  • Group benefits: For 3 or more persons from the same organization, a 15% discount is granted, and for 5 or more persons a 20% discount per participant.
  • Proof of status: Participants entitled to a reduced fee (family farms – OPGs, students, retirees, previous winners of the award “Sunflower of Rural Tourism - The Sunflower Award”) must provide proof of status.

Registration conditions:

  • The stated amounts apply to all participants and accompanying persons.
  • Payment is a prerequisite for participation and for presenting a paper at the Congress.
  • Each person, including accompanying persons, must register using a separate form.
  • In case of absence from the Congress, the paid fee is non-refundable.

Accommodation

Participants book accommodation independently after registering for participation and paying the registration fee.

Additional information about accommodation can be found at https://kongres.klubselo.hr/prijava-sujdelovanja/detaljnije/smjestaj

REGISTRATION FEE PAYMENT FROM CROATIA:

  • After confirmation of registration, we will send a payment offer to your email address.
  • After payment based on the offer, we will issue you an invoice.
  • Payment details: Croatian Association for Tourism and Rural Development “Klub članova Selo”, Kaptol 29, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia, OIB 89313718238, Zagrebačka banka d.d., IBAN: HR7523600001101545376, reference number 0605-OIB (it is mandatory to enter the payer’s OIB).

REGISTRATION FEE PAYMENT FROM ABROAD:

  • After confirmation of registration, we will send a payment offer to your email address.
  • After payment based on the offer, we will issue you an invoice.
  • Payment details: Croatian Association for Tourism and Rural Development “Klub članova Selo”, Kaptol 29, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia, Zagrebačka banka d.d., IBAN: HR7523600001101545376, SWIFT: ZABAHR2X.

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