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The Sun
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Closed European seaside neighbourhood to reopen after £37million renovation with new beaches and kids playgrounds
A COASTAL neighbourhood in Croatia is set to reopen following a £37million project. Žnjan in Croatia has been largely closed to the public since February 2024 due to a revitalisation project. 4 4 But now it will reopen on June 21 with a number of new amenities. The seafront will have landscaped beaches with over 800 trees and 13,000 shrubs as well as family-friendly areas including children's playgrounds. A video of what the beach will look like also includes climbing frames, palm tree lined paths, lookout points, a splash pad and beach lounger areas. A huge new amphitheatre will open alongside a new car park. New cafes and shops will also open, as well as toilets and changing facilities. Žnjan is known for being the largest beach in Split, with many activities for both children and adults. Along the beach, there are currently trampolines, bouncy castles and electric scooters. There are also a few beach bars and plenty of places to grab a coffee or meal. A promenade connects Žnjan with nearby Trstenik beach. According to Croatia Week, the redevelopment is the city's largest urban project in over 50 years. The pretty coastal city in Europe where you can kayak to hidden beaches has cheap easyJet flights When open, all facilities in at Žnjan will be free and accessible to both locals and visitors. The project was backed by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and local development initiatives to make the area into one of the Adriatic's most iconic seaside destinations. Mayor Puljak said: "Žnjan is not just a beach – it is proof that Split has the knowledge, people and strength for large projects." Darijo Saric, Croatian travel expert and CEO of VIP Holiday Booker, said: "The transformation of Žnjan Beach is setting a new standard for luxury tourism on the Adriatic. "Once one of the largest beaches in the Mediterranean, it has now been completely revitalised to provide a premium seaside experience. "From an economic and cultural standpoint, the project is also expected to significantly boost local tourism, support small businesses, and further elevate Split as a luxury travel destination. "Žnjan isn't just a beach - it's becoming a destination." There is also a Croatian beach city with 'perfect' summer temperatures that has new Jet2 flights from the UK. Plus, the tiny European coastal town that used to be its own island that was named top 2024 hidden gem. 4 4
South China Morning Post
06-05-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Viability of Hong Kong's Hung Hom yacht bay development called into question
Hong Kong harbourfront advisers have expressed concerns about the viability of turning part of Hung Hom into a landmark waterfront with a world-class yacht marina, arguing that facilities in the area are old and would need to be revitalised. Advertisement Members of the Harbourfront Commission on Tuesday also questioned why authorities had chosen the residential area for its preliminary waterfront development, even as they voiced their support for some aspects of the proposal. Authorities have proposed turning 24 hectares (59 acres) around the Hung Hom MTR station into a landmark waterfront that would include a marina able to accommodate up to 200 yachts and a 50-storey residential-commercial tower with entertainment facilities. 'Do we need so many commercial activities in [East Tsim Sha Tsui and Hung Hom]?' commission member Chiky Wong Cheuk-yuet asked. He said some shopping malls in both areas were old or no longer thriving, and could be in need of revitalisation. Advertisement Wong suggested that the government have a transport museum built in the area, considering its proximity to Whampoa, which had a rich maritime history. He also questioned why Hung Hom was chosen as the location for the proposed waterfront development.
