One of the most popular festivals in Croatia – Hideout – has just announced the first wave of acts that will be appearing at next year’s festival. And the initial line-up is as brilliant as ever! Taking place from 30th June to 3rd July 2026 at the party-central location that is the clubs of Zrce Beach on the island of Pag, Hideout Festival 2026 will be the place to be next summer.
About Hideout Festival
Hideout has led Croatia’s summer scene for a decade and a half now, with the festival celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Hideout takes place in the legendary nightclubs of Zrce Beach, which are often hailed as some of the best clubs in the world – Papaya, Kalypso, Noa, Aquarius and Euphoria. With open-air stages, high-spec sound systems, bespoke production and a dedicated community, Hideout has established itself as Croatia’s most essential festival experience.
But that’s not all for an essential festival experience in Croatia, no! Hideout offers plenty of boat parties, pool parties and exclusive performances throughout the festival run.
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And if that’s not enough, there is plenty more fun to be had when the music stops – from thrilling water sports activities such as banana boats and jet skis to pedalos or the famous bungee jump, the adrenaline will keep flowing. Should you prefer a more relaxed approach, treat yourself to massages, cocktails and sushi instead.
Sure, 2025 was a massive year for Hideout. But this first wave of names (shown below) shows that Hideout will be unmissable next year too.
Hideout Festival 2026 Line-Up
Amongst the first wave of names to peform at Hideout Festival 2026 are London-based DJ, producer and vocalist Eliza Rose, electronic duo Gorgon City, Scottish DJ / Producer Ewan McVicar, melodic wunderkind KETTAMA, garage and bassline maestro Interplanetary Criminal, club legend Special Request, founder of You&Me Records and Hide&Seek Festival Josh Baker, dubstep pioneer Skream, tech house master and visionary label boss Max Dean, Radio 1’s Future Dance presenter Sarah Story and high-energy Scottish DJ sim0ne.
Joining them on the lineup are 4am Kru, Alan Fitzpatrick, Arielle Free, Bakey, Ben Hemsley, Daire, Daisy, Darius Syrossian, Different, DJ Heartstring, East End Dubs, Ella Knight, Ellia Jaya, Elliot Schooling & Liam Palmer, Faster Horses, Fish56Octagon, Gaskin, Hamdi, Jamback, Kepler, KILAMANJARO, Kyle Starkey, L.P. Rhythm, La La, LF SYSTEM, Locky, Luke Dean, Luuk Van Dijk, MALUGI, Morgan Seatree, Obskür, Oden & Fatzo (Live), Omar+, Paige Tomlinson, Paul Woolford, Prospa, Rio Tashan, Rossi., Sam Divine, Sarah Story, Silva Bumpa, SOSA, and more to be announced. That’s quite some list, right?
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Tickets for Hideout Festival 2026
Be aware that Hideout sells out each summer, and the 2026 edition will be no different!
Presale tickets go on sale on Wednesday 12th November, priced at £179 plus booking fee. These sold out in just over A DAY last year, so set your reminders now! General sale tickets are available from 13th November. Head to hideoutfestival.com to snap up tickets.
Top tip: the best way to secure a place at Hideout is to book your flight and accommodation (with everything on offer from affordable to luxury) package directly through the festival – these are available for a deposit of £149. These packages offer huge discounts, monthly payment plans and other benefits such as early access to boat party tickets.
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More info
Head to the official Hideout Festival website – hideoutfestival.com – for all the latest news. Give them a follow on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok for all the updates, and start the fun by listing to their playlists on Spotify.
Hideout Festival 2026 30th June – 3rd July 2026 Zrce Beach, island of Pag hideoutfestival.com
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Croatia festival devotees will, of course, know all about The Garden in Croatia. You’ll know about The Garden being one of the original dedicated festival sites, started in Petrcane in 2004, to The Garden Festival itself (founded in 2006) to the current The Garden Tisno site that’s home to so many of the best festivals in Croatia. The impressive duo behind all of these ventures, Nick and Charlotte Colgan, haven’t even stopped there! They also run The Garden Brewery in Zagreb and The Garden Lounge in Zadar, and are involved in many a festival with The Garden Productions. Now, twenty years since The Garden first came into being, they are launching a brand new event – A Winter Garden, taking place in the renowned ski destination of Obertauern from the 8th to 12th December 2025.
About A Winter Garden
An exclusive and intimate festival for 350 guests, with the potential to expand in 2026, A Winter Garden will be a truly boutique event offering pristine snow, great skiing and awesome wellness experiences. Many of the rooms and suites at [PLACES] Obertauern by Valamar, which will be the focal point for much of the indoor action, have been booked up with only 75 packages remaining.
Plenty of fun will be had during the four nights of music from Gerd Janson, Shanti, Olive F, Dave Harvey, Chez Damier, Ellie Stokes, Ilija Rudman, Guru Logic (Live), Mark Broadbent, Pepi Jogarde and more.
A Winter Garden offers guests 11 specially designed packages which including accommodation, breakfast, dinner, wellness access, and the music programming – a unique experience which heralds a fresh chapter for Nick and Charlotte and their team.
The concept for A Winter Garden has existed for quite some time. During last winter’s visit to Obertauern, Charlotte and I found everything aligned perfectly – the stunning hotel, top-tier infrastructure, exceptional cuisine, expansive ski slopes, and unspoiled nature. We knew we’d discovered an ideal setting for a multi-year story very much rooted in the spirit of The Garden Festival. Also, 2025 is a pivotal year for us and we yearned for a new project which captures the essence of what we started in Croatia – only this time, instead of sun there’s lots of snow!
Nick and Charlotte Colgan in Croatia
We’re curating a wonderful and enriching experience with everyone under one roof, sharing every moment, day and night. That’s what creates genuine magic – something that cannot be planned, but only felt by being a part of it.
Nick Colgan, founder of The Garden
For all fans of The Garden Festival or festivals in Croatia in general, this is a chance to be a part of something new and unique in a stunning location – and in a year that The Garden Festival team are celebrating their 20th anniversary in Croatia. Be one of the founding members of a story that’s sure to flourish in the coming years!
The Garden Resort in Croatia (Credit: Khris Cowley)
A Winter Garden Timetable
Each day will begin with sumptuous breakfast for all before enjoying one of the alpine activities! Skiing is of course the top draw, with more than 100 kilometres of prime slopes available right on your doorstep. You could also chose to undertake a scenic hikes through beautiful landscapes. Whatever way you work up a sweat, you’ll need to enjoy a spot of après-ski with gatherings hosted by Hohcajt from Zagreb. If there’s ever a day when you don’t fancy some outdoor fun, enjoy instead some relaxation time in the on-site spa and swimming pool.
All of this leads into the amazing evening entertainment! South African virtuoso Guru Logic will enchant guests with a pre dinner live performance by the fireplace in the hotel lounge, whilst vibrant nights will be had by all on the top floor of the hotel. Why? Well, The Garden’s legendary Croatian night club, Barbarella’s, will be hosting a pop-up edition bringing A Winter Garden fully to life each night with special guests that are linked to The Garden Festival.
These include core Garden residents, celebrated international DJs and top regional talent who have all contributed to the scene alongside The Garden team for years. Croatian collectives from Zagreb including Planet Srijeda, Dobar House, and Late Check Out will take the helm for three nights, whilst long term partners Love International from the UK will round off the closing celebrations.
Our aim is to deliver renowned international acts alongside exceptional local talent, Music remains central to all we do, including bringing Barbarella’s to the Alps. Our son Ben is now head of events at The Garden and our latest project Mali Barbarella’s (Little Barbarella’s) is a pop-up version of its big sister is in full swing in Zagreb, so it’s very much a family affair for us which is our whole philosophy. Our mission is to unite people through shared experiences, which at A Winter Garden is from morning skiing to fireside conversations and late-night dancing. It’s about blending music, nature and connection and that’s where the magic of A Winter Garden lies; ski, dance, recharge and repeat.
Nick Colgan
Getting to the Festival
The host resort of Obertauern in Austria is super-easy to get to from all over Europe! It’s just a four-hour drive from Zagreb and only two hours from Ljubljana, whilst from Trieste it takes just two hours and 40 minutes. Even Munich in Germany or Graz in Austria are just two hour and a half hours’ drive away.
For those of you travelling from the UK, the nearest airport to Obertauern is Salzburg. There are many, many direct flights to here from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted, Southend, as well as Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool, and Edinburgh and flight times can be as short as two hours.
The stunning location of A Winter Garden – Obertauern in Austria
More info
Find out all there is to know about A Winter Garden on the official website www.awintergarden.hr.
A Winter Garden 8th – 12th December 2025 Obertauern, Austria www.awintergarden.hr
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Hot on the heels of Balance Croatia 2026’s ticket news last week, the festival has now revealed its line-up for next year. Taking place at the wonderful The Garden Tisno site from 6th to 10th August 2026, this electronic music festival will feature some truly stellar names. Just take a look at the extensive list below!
Don’t forget that the general sale tickets open tomorrow, 16th October 2025. Sign up at drop.cobrand.com/d/BalanceCroatia/Updates now to hear when tickets go on sale and to receive regular updates about Balance Croatia!
Balance Croatia 2026 Line-Up
Here is the line-up so far announced for next year’s Balance Croatia:
Adam Freeland Aera Alex Banks Alex O’Rion Amonita Andrologic Anthony Pappa Atish Aubrey Fry Carina Lawrence Chicola Cristina Tosio D-Nox Danny Howells* Danny Tenaglia Dave Seaman DJ Ruby Dmitry Molosh Dobar House Dowden Eichenbaum Eli Nissan Elliot Moriarty
Emi Galvan Ezequiel Arias Gai Barone GMJ & Matter Graziano Raffa Guy J Guy Mantzur Henry Saiz Hernán Cattaneo Hicky & Kalo Hyunji-A James Zabiela Jamie Stevens Jeremy Olander Jerpa Jody Barr Jody Wisternoff Joe Miller John 00 Fleming John Cosani John Digweed* Kabi
Kamilo – Sanclemente Karl Pilbrow Kasey Taylor Khen Lee Burridge Lemon Lloyd Barwood Lost Desert Lost Miracle (Sébastien Léger & Roy Rosenfeld) Mai Lawson Marcelo Vasami Mariano Mellino Marko Felinger Marsh Martin Fredes Martin Roth Matthew Sona Maze 28 Mike Rish
Miss Melera Nick Stoynoff Nick Varon Nick Warren Nicolas Rada Patrice Bäumel Petar Dundov Peter Makto Pole Folder Powel Rocío Portillo Sasha Simon Vuarambon Simply City Spencer Brown Stereo Underground Steve Parry Tim Green Tonaco Zankee Gulati
What a list!
(Photo credit: Mili Villamil)
About Balance Croatia
The very first Balance Croatia took place this year, gathering together five thousand music fans from across the world at this epic site. Many attendees – revellers and artists alike – say that this year’s Balance had the best line-up of any electronic music festival in the last few years. Dare we say that Balance Croatia 2026 will go one better?!
Whether at the Yard, the Beach, or Olive Grove stages, cruising the Adriatic on the Argonaut during one of the epic boat parties, or at the Thursday night after party at Barbarella’s, the music is truly excellent wherever you are at Balance.
And all of this happens on the beautiful Croatian coastline!
(Photo credit: Esteban Salino Tarditti)
“Balance Croatia is excited to return to the magical Garden Resort in Tisno, with another inspired lineup of artists! From long-standing legends to breakthrough names shaping the future, this is a celebration of everything we love about our scene. This is a hand-picked journey through the sound of progressive and melodic house, and beyond.”
– Tom Pandzic, Balance Music
Tickets for Balance Croatia 2026
As mentioned, tickets go on general sale tomorrow, 16th October 2026 at www.balancecroatia.com.
The very first Balance Croatia festival, which took place in August in Tisno, was an amazing success! Many have said that this first Balance festival had one best lineups of progressive and melodic house music of all time, with many of the acts that performed stating that it was the best new festival…if not the best festival they’ve ever been to! These included leading artists such as Henry Saiz, Guy J, Hernan Cattaneo, Sasha, Budakid, Dave Seaman, Niki Sadeki, Stanton Warriors, Miss Malera and more. I’m sure your friends who attended raved about it too…so what are you waiting for? Snap up tickets for Balance Croatia 2026 now!
About Balance Croatia
Balance Croatia is brought to you by Australian label Balance Music under the visionary leadership of director Tom Pandzic. In their 25 years, they’ve emerged as a global music presence in independent electronic music.
“Balance Croatia 2025 was beyond what I could have imagined – four days and nights filled with unforgettable sets, magical sunsets, and a community that came together in the truest spirit of Balance. Standing in Tisno, surrounded by so much love and energy, I knew we had created something special. That experience has lit the path for 2026, where we’ll take everything, we learnt and felt this year, and build something even more powerful: more music, more connection, and more moments that will stay with us forever.
If you head down to Balance Croatia next year (6th to 10th August 2026), you’ll be rewarded with an incredible array of over 60 of the best DJs in the world doing what they do best on four stages at The Garden Tisno…not to mention during the fantastic boat parties. (A must for any festival in Croatia!) You’ll join the most wonderful crowd of revellers from all across the globe for four days of Adriatic bliss.
Tickets for Balance Croatia 2026
Super early bird and early bird tickets – which were exclusive to attendees of Balance Croatia 2025 – have already sold out. That’s surely a mark of a successful event…selling out 10 months before the next festival takes place!
The next ticket drop happens when general sale tickets are released on 16th October 2025. Be sure you’re one of the first to snap some up by signing up to receive Balance Croatia 2026 updates: drop.cobrand.com/d/BalanceCroatia/Updates.
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Visitors to Zagreb will already know that the city has an excellent selection of museums, from the traditional venues covering history, culture, art and similar to far more quirky offerings. Many of these excellent museums are incredibly interactive, meaning that visiting them is not only a learning experience but also super fun! And now there’s a new kid on the museum block in Zagreb – the Video Game History Museum. It’s an absolute must for anyone into gaming, computers, technology…or just having some fun!
What can you see and do at the Video Game History Museum?
The Museum focuses on the evolution of video games and gaming right from the 1960s to the early 2000s. As you can imagine, that’s quite a journey through gaming history! Covering a space of 800 square metres over three floors, the 3,000 items that are exhibited allow you to explore influential games and hardware in gaming history, as well as giving you the chance to learn more about important designers and publishers in the gaming industry.
Visit the museum to see many rare and iconic games and gaming artefacts; you’ll also be able to immerse yourself in one of the largest collections of computer games in the world!
Explore the early days of gaming – from amusement arcades and simple home games such as Pong, to gaming in the transformative days of the 1980s, when home consoles became more commonplace and iconic games such as Pac-Man were launched. Move on to the 1990s, the decade that saw groundbreaking consoles such as the Sony PlayStation and the Nintendo 64 introduced, as well as iconic franchises emerging. Step through into the 2000s and the modern era of gaming, which includes everything from the exciting launch of innovative consoles to the rise of mobile gaming.
Throughout the decades that the museum covers, you can also learn more about the impact of video games on contemporary culture and life. Video games are everywhere these days – from something that only interested a small group of tech specialists, or that was supposedly targeted to kids – almost all of us walk around with a device in our pockets that can access thousands of games with just a fingerpress.
Many parts of the museum involve interactive elements and multimedia displays – what better way to learn about the subject matter? You’ll be able to play some of the most popular early gaming titles – including Space Invaders (launched in 1978), Asteroids (1979) and Pac-Man (1980).
Astonishingly, you can even witness one of the rarest video game titles of all time – Tennis for Two (1958) – as well as one of the very first commercially available video games, Computer Space (1971).
The museum also often hosts special events, workshops and lectures on gaming history and gaming innovation, often featuring industry experts. Keep an eye on the Museum’s social media channels for news!
About the Video Game History Museum
The Museum is the brainchild of Damir Šlogar, a Croatian IT entrepreneur who has worked in the global gaming industry for over four decades. He started his career in the 1980s, developing games for platforms such as MSX and the Commodore Amiga before eventually moving on to game development in North America, where he contributed to more than 150 titles, including renowned franchises such as Shrek, Barbie, and Battlefield.
In 2004, Damir founded Big Blue Bubble, a Canadian video game company. It gained international acclaim with titles such as “My Singing Monsters” which reached over 100 million players worldwide.
Damir has returned to Croatia – to his hometown of Zagreb – and founded this museum, investing €2 million in the impressive project. Many of the items exhibited in the museum are from Damir’s personal collection, amassed on two continents since childhood.
Tickets for the Video Game History Museum
Tickets are priced at €15 for adults and kids aged 15+, or €12 for kids aged 5 to 12 years, or for concessions. Children aged 5 and under go free. A ticket to the museum is valid for 2 hours.
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at en.vghm.hr.
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10am to 10pm each day,
More info
You can learn all there is to know about this new museum on the official website en.vghm.hr.
Do also take a look at what others think about it (spoiler: they love it!) on TripAdvisor.
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There’s just over two months to go until Sonus Festival 2025 (17th – 21st August) returns to the party central location that is Zrce Beach on the island of Pag! The festival has just announced the final round of names that are being added to the spectacular line-up, as well as revealing more brand partners and details of the opening party. This year’s Sonus is sure to be better than ever before!
Sonus Festival 2025 Final Line-Up
The latest names to be added to the line-up include even more cutting-edge performers – such as house and techno trailblazer SYREETA, who came up through the East London scene to land resident duties at ANTS and HE.SHE.THEY, and Space Miami resident Thunderpony, who is famed for his deep and dynamic sets.
Regional talent will be represented, with new names on the bill including Ani., BAGGI, Dash, Dejan Milicevic, GLIA, Hudi, Labud, Mariano Mateljan, MENE, Tea Vuckovic and Tom Bug.
Stage partners have also had some new additions! Italy’s Decibel Open Air, Madrid’s cultured club The Bassement, Düsseldorf party crew Kiesgrube and Ibiza favourites Keep On Dancing are all set to host. They will feature with the previously announced Space Miami, LA’s Factory 93, London’s FUSE and Nordstern.
All of the above join the previously announced headliners of Sonus, with illustrious names such as Sven Väth, Ricardo Villalobos, Miss Monique, Richie Hawtin, Joseph Capriati b2b Seth Troxler, Anetha, Deborah De Luca and many, many more all featuring at this year’s festival.
All the action gets underway at the official and oh-so-essential Opening Party that will take place at Aquarius on 16th August. This will feature Easternderz party and label founder East End Dubs, who blends dub, garage, tech and minimal; Dutch house titan Franky Rizardo; and Elena Mikac.
A ticket to the opening party costs €30 (or €45 for a VIP ticket) and can be purchased at www.sonuscroatia.com/book.
What and Where is Sonus?
You mean you don’t know?!
This year’s Sonus is a three-way partnership between veteran and industry-leading event producers Time Warp, Balkans electronic music tastemakers We Love Sound, and Insomniac, which is best known for its iconic EDC events. Each brings world-class know-how to Sonus, ensuring that every single detail across the festival is perfected, whilst also guaranteeing the same values that have seen the festival become a revered celebration of underground music are maintained.
Sonus will be taking place in the epic Zrce Beach club venues of Aquarius, Papaya, Kalypso, and Noa Beach Club. This summer, Noa Beach Club will also see a special Sonus takeover as a one-off event, allowing revellers to swim and dance in the water for the first time!
Aside from the main stages, Sonus will of course also host boat parties and up-close and personal after parties.
Away from the thick of the festival action, Zrce Beach and the nearby town of Novalja offer so many activities and experiences. Whether you’re after water sports, kayaking, rock climbing, quad biking and bungee jumping, to more peaceful nature hikes, to indulging in mouthwatering local cuisine…it’s all here, just minutes from the festival.
The gorgeous nature of the island of Pag (Credit: V. Velickovic)
Tickets for Sonus Festival 2025
Be aware that only the last few remaining second-tier tickets are left! These are priced at €259 for general admission or €359 for VIP tickets.
As mentioned, opening party tickets cost €30 or €45 for VIP tickets.
There is currently also a limited-time €50 discount on all-inclusive ticket and accommodation packages! Accommodation ranges from hotels (some five-star) to apartments, glamping to hostels – see www.sonuscroatia.com/accommodation for more info and to book.
Aquarius Club at Sonus Festival
(Credit: Marko Edge)
More info
Want to know more about the festival with the perfect blend of forward-thinking music, travel adventure and stunning natural beauty? Head to the official website www.sonuscroatia.com or check out Sonus on Facebook or Instagram for the latest festival news.
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Hospitality On The Beach 2025 (Tisno, 1st – 8th July 2025) has just revealed its full line-up and it’s sure to delight all fans of the festival. The 7-day long drum and bass event will this year see partners and headliners such as Hybrid Minds, Netsky, Kings Of The Rollers, A Little Sound and more all perform.
In addition, some of the best established acts and up-and-coming names will also delighting the crowds – the likes of Flava D, P Money, Camo & Krooked, Anaïs, Sota, Danny Byrd, Serum, Metrik, Voltage, London Elektricity, Mandidextrous, DJ Hype, Aries, DJ Marky and many, many more.
And that’s not all! The festival is also excited to announce that they will be partnering with some of the most forward-thinking brands and labels to offer the full spectrum of DNB – everything from liquid to rollers to jungle to jump-up. That means you can expect stage hosts such as DJ Marky & Friends, Shogun Audio, Spearhead Records (20 Years), Critical Sound, RUN, Korsakov, Symmetry, Mandidextrous Curates,Korsakov, Playaz, Flexout, Time To Move (Gardna), Virus, Vision,and Eatbain.
Hospitality on the Beach comes to you from Hospital Records, one of the leading UK drum & bass labels that’s been going for 23 years. They’ve established and run events at clubs, festivals and raves across the world, and have a reputation for providing an unparalleled atmosphere, top DJs and the greatest ravers wherever they are.
The Garden Tisno
The legendary festival venue that is The Garden Tisno hosts some of the best festivals in Croatia…such as Hospitality on the Beach! This year, the event will make full use of everything The Garden has to offer, including the four unique stages – The Garden Stage, The Beach Stage, The Olive Grove, and Wabi Sabi. By daytime, you can relax on the private beach, or take in some culture in the local town of Tisno.
The Garden holds a special place for the entire Hospitality family. There’s an unparalleled sense of unity among fans from all over the world, gathering together to celebrate all kinds of drum & bass sounds. There are no barriers, no VIP areas—just ravers and artists sharing the experience of a lifetime. We cannot wait to return to the beautiful Adriatic shores of Tisno, Croatia.
Chris Goss, Hospitality Director
Hospitality on the Beach 2025 Full Line-Up
The full line-up is as follows:
Headliners
Hybrid Minds Netsky
Sota | Camo & Krooked | Kings Of The Rollers | Metrik | Serum | S.p.y | Basslayerz | A Little Sound | Flava D | Lens | Grafix | P Money X Whiney | Danny Byrd | Fred V | London Elektricity | Voltage | Bladerunner | Degs | Unglued | Anaïs | Nu:tone | Kara | Tc | T & Sugah | Hoax | Solah | Doktor Feat. Kanobie | Urbandawn | Hugh Hardie | Emz | Bop | Dj Ron | B-complex | Tonika | Gabriella Bongo | Winslow | Arcturius | Stay-c | Imo-lu | Promo Zo | Lally | Mania | Nooch | Tj
Stage Partnerships
Critical X Vision Mefjus A-z Enei | Gyrofield | Kasra | Rohaan | Spectral | The Upbeats
Time To Move Gardna | Mungo’s Hi Fi | Eva Lazarus | Selecta J-man | Artemis B2b Oram | Aph
5 Hour Sets
Wednesday Bryan Gee
Saturday Mollie Collins
Sunday Technimatic
MCs
A-Z 2shy | Ayah Marar | Blackeye | Carasel | Daxta | Duskee | Dynamite Mc | Enamie | Harry Shotta | Inja | Jakes | Jolie P | Limmz | Linguistics | Lowqui | Maddy V | Mc Ad | Mc Gq | Navigator | Pvc | Ruthless | Sp:mc | Tempza | Texas | Vispera | Westman | Xl | Y-zer
Residents
A-Z Aegis | Blocksberg | Bobafatt | Ceylan Göksel | Chris Goss | Dee Montego | Dom Servini | Dwls | Hillah | I:b | Joe Goss | Jojo Deevoy | Kid Hops | Kingtrix | Mayannaise | Memphys | Pappi | Savannah | Sgk | Sks | Thelena | Tjb | Ts2w
Tickets for Hospitality on the Beach 2025
Tickets for the full week of the festival are currently priced at £200 (plus booking fee), or you can opt for group tickets for five of you giving you a saving of £50 for your group!
Both individual and group tickets can be purchased on payment plans.
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The 2025 edition of the Sonus Festival has just revealed phase two of its line-up – and it’s rather spectacular! Taking place in the party-central location that is Zrce Beach on the island of Pag from 17th to 21st August 2025, the festival has added a whole heap of international names have been added to the bill. They include Andrea Oliva, Joseph Capriati b2b Seth Troxler, Chris Liebing, Josh Baker and many, many others. Read on to find out more about the Sonus Festival line-up!
The 12th Edition of Sonus Festival
That’s right – 2025 will see the 12th edition of Sonus take place. This year will prove even more magical than ever as the festival will see an amazing three-way partnership between veteran, industry-leading event producers Time Warp, Balkans electronic music tastemakers We Love Sound, and Insomniac (best known for its iconic EDC events).
Newly announced to proceedings is London’s Enzo Siragusa headlining an exclusive FUSE stage partnership. Enzo’s tastemaking label and party brand has very much set the tech house agenda for the last decade-plus and takes in elements of dub, minimal and garage to light up dance floors worldwide. Further stage partners include Basel’s nightlife and cultural hub Nordstern, plus the return of cult party crew Space Miami, and the raw underground of LA’s Factory 93, each adding their own brand of magic to the proceedings.
And what about those new names on the bill? There will be tech house titan Andrea Oliva, CLR founder Chris Liebing, and a special b2b set between Metamorfosi label head and Italian innovator Joseph Capriati and Detroit maverick Seth Troxler. Fresh and heavyweight house will come from Josh Baker, heady cosmic tech from Sweely, and lofty selections from Serbia’s Tijana T. All shades of techno come from the likes of Klangkuenstler, Lilly Palmer and UNCAGED’s Marco Faraone, with the younger Berlin generation represented in DJ Gigola and Elli Acula, whilst Moritz Hofbauer (live), Julian Wassermann (live) and Deniz Bul perform as part of a FCKNG SERIOUS showcase alongside labelhead Boris Brejcha.
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Amongst these new additions are tech house titan Andrea Oliva, CLR founder Chris Liebing, and a special b2b set between Metamorfosi label head and Italian innovator Joseph Capriati and Detroit maverick Seth Troxler. There will be fresh and heavyweight house from Josh Baker, heady cosmic tech from Sweely, and lofty selections from Serbia’s Tijana T. All shades of techno come from the likes of Klangkuenstler, Lilly Palmer and UNCAGED’s Marco Faraone, with the younger Berlin generation represented in DJ Gigola and Elli Acula, whilst Moritz Hofbauer (live), Julian Wassermann (live) and Deniz Bul perform as part of a FCKNG SERIOUS showcase alongside labelhead Boris Brejcha.
Sonus will once again take place in the famous Zrce Beach clubs of Aquarius, Papaya, Kalypso, and Noa Beach Club – and the Noa Beach Stage will be brand new for this year, allowing revellers to swim and dance in the water all week long for the first time.
The legendary boat parties will of course return, as will eminent afterparties and pop-up events. And if that’s not enough for you, there will be plenty more on your doorstep – for the nearby town of Novalja offers a heady mix of adventure travel and cuisine. There will be water sports, kayaking, rock climbing, quad bike hire, bungee jumping, wind and kite surfing, and more – all just 10 minutes from the festival.
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Importantly, Sonus Croatia will stay true to its original founding principles which means that the music comes first from meticulously crafted production to the sound systems – it is these values that have cemented the festival as a European and global standout for over a decade.
2025 sees the return of the lauded boat parties, alongside the eminent afterparties and pop-up events. The beachfront venues for this unreal escape are Aquarius, Papaya, Kalypso, and Noa Beach Club – the Noa Beach Stage is all new for this year and allows people to swim and dance in the water all week long for the first time. The culturally rich locale of Novalja offers an unmatched blend of adventure travel and cuisine, plus water sports, kayaking, rock climbing, quad bike hire, bungee jumping, wind and kite surfing, and more – all just 10 minutes from the festival – with accommodation options to cater to all budgets.
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Accommodation packages can be added to bookings following festival ticket tier selection, with options including villas, 5* hotels, hostels, glamping, and apartments. Booking deposits start from as little as €19 per person (to increase on March 31), with monthly payment installments scheduled up to June 2025. The last remaining Phase 1 festival ticket and accommodation packages are on sale at http://www.sonuscroatia.com/book.
2025 Sonus Festival Line-Up
The full list of names ofphase two of the line-up:
Ahmed Spins Andrea Oliva Chris Liebing Deniz Bul DJ Gigola Elli Acula Enzo Siragusa Joseph Capriati b2b Seth Troxler Josh Baker Julian Wassermann live Klangkuenstler Lilly Palmer Marco Faraone Moritz Hofbauer live Oden & Fatzo (Live) Sweely Tijana T
Phase One (A-Z):
Adam Beyer Adriatique Alex Wann ALISHA Anetha ARTBAT Bedouin Ben Hemsley Ben Klock Ben Sterling Boris Brejcha Deborah De Luca Dennis Cruz DJ Heartstring Fatima Hajji FJAAK Fleur Shore Funk Tribu B2B Bad Boombox GORDO Indira Paganotto Jan Blomqvist live KI/KI Loco Dice LOVEFOXY Mau P Miss Monique Nico Moreno Ogazón ØTTA Partiboi69 Patrick Mason Reinier Zonneveld live Ricardo Villalobos Richie Hawtin Shimza Sven Väth Trym Vintage Culture WhoMadeWho (Hybrid DJ Set)
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Tickets for Sonus Festival 2025
Most Phase 1 tickets for this year’s Sonus Festival have already been snapped up, so they’re in low supply! Be sure to head to www.sonuscroatia.com/book to buy your tickets immediately. Tickets are currently priced at €249 for standard tickets, or €349 for VIP tickets.
Accommodation packages can also be added to bookings following festival ticket tier selection, with plenty of options for all tastes and budgets. These include villas, 5-star hotels, hostels, glamping, and apartments.
Booking deposits start from as little as €19 per person (which will increase on 31st March – like I said, book now!), with monthly payment instalments scheduled up to June 2025.
Croatia sure is a popular destination for holidaymakers from all walks of life…even celebrities! During the summer months each year, it seems like not a day goes by when we don’t have some internationally famous hotshot showing off on Instagram about their fabulous Croatian holiday. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the celebrities in Croatia in recent times, and the destinations that they most enjoy.
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Darijo Saric of VIP Holiday Bookerhas also shared insights with us and reveals what makes the country a top choice for high-profile travellers who seek both luxury and privacy.
I have had the privilege of planning high-end vacations for some of the world’s most renowned celebrities, elite athletes, business moguls, and influential politicians. Our clientele seeks not only the ultimate in luxury but also absolute privacy.
Our guests look for secluded accommodations, private yacht charters, and exclusive services that allow them to unwind away from the public eye. Many opt for private villas featuring infinity pools, personal chefs, personal masseuse, cinema screens and state-of-the-art security to ensure a relaxing stay.
Our guests look for secluded accommodations, private yacht charters, and exclusive services that allow them to unwind away from the public eye. Many opt for private villas featuring infinity pools, personal chefs, personal masseuse, cinema screens and state-of-the-art security to ensure a relaxing stay.
VIP Holiday Booker is a holiday letting agency, primarily focusing on Croatian villas, that offers a range of luxury accommodation. They specialise in providing a personalised service, arranging extras like private chefs and transfers, to ensure a premium holiday experience.
A luxury villa near Split
“Our guests look for secluded accommodations, private yacht charters, and exclusive services that allow them to unwind away from the public eye. Many opt for private villas featuring infinity pools, personal chefs, personal masseuse, cinema screens and state-of-the-art security to ensure a relaxing stay.
Celebrities in Croatia – Their Most Popular Destinations
So where do these celebrities go? You know, in case you want to bump into them and offer to share a nice bottle of Pošip and a plate of oysters with them?
1. Dubrovnik – The Pearl of the Adriatic
Just as Dubrovnik is one of the top destinations for almost everyone who visits Croatia, it’s a prime spot for famous people too! Known for its medieval charm and stunning coastal views, Dubrovnik has welcomed the likes of Beyoncé and Jay-Z who have celebrated special occasions aboard luxury yachts along the Dalmatian coast. Amazon chief Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sánchez, who were accompanied by Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, also recently enjoyed a high-end retreat in the city.
2. Hvar – The Island of Luxury and Nightlife
Known for its vibrant nightlife and exclusive beach clubs, gorgeous Hvar is a magnet for international celebrities. Leonardo DiCaprio has been spotted enjoying the island’s parties, while Niall Horan has soaked up the island’s breathtaking Adriatic views.
Readers of a certain age (!) may also remember Prince Harry – back in his previous life – living it up in the nightclubs of Hvar!
The stunning Hvar Town on the island of Hvar
3. Rovinj – Istria’s Hidden Gem
The picturesque town of Rovinj offers a discreet luxury escape, attracting stars like your favourite Aussie and mine, Kylie Minogue, who stayed there in a private villa. The town is also home to Agli Amici, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant – no doubt our celebrity friends have enjoyed some fine dining there!
4. Split – A Blend of History and Nightlife
Home to the amazing UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace, Split has seen visits from Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi. Film star Julia Roberts has also explored the city’s unique fusion of ancient charm and contemporary luxury.
5. Korčula – A Secluded Adriatic Paradise
The magical island of Korčula offers an idyllic escape for all visitors, but it’s also the preferred getaway for stars looking to escape the limelight. Beyonce, Jay Z (yes, them again!) and Matthew McConaughey have all visited the island in recent years.
A-List Celebrities in Croatia – Where and When?
You know when I said before about celebrities sharing their vacations in Croatia on the ‘gram? They literally can’t stop! Here are some highlights:
Beyoncé and Jay-Z have enjoyed multiple luxury yacht excursions along the Adriatic coast, including visiting Korcula
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez toured Dubrovnik and the Croatian coastline with Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom a couple of summers ago
Tennis legend Roger Federer explored the waterfalls of Krka National Park and the nearby town of Skradin in 2023
Michael Jordan spent time sailing in a private yacht along the Dalmatian coast
The GOAT of tennis, Novak Djokovicenjoying some time on Korcula – even indulging in a spot of tennis with the locals!
And the above doesn’t even include the many celebrities who have spent time filming movies and TV series in the country!
Have any of the above inspired you to visit Croatia this year?
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Do you ever sometimes think “my holiday in Croatia sure is going nicely, but now it’s time to do something totally bonkers”? Yes, I thought so. Well, you’ve come to the right place – er, post. Here are some suggestions for totally bonkers tours of Croatia that will really send your holiday into the stratosphere. There’s everything from whistle-stop tours to Croatia’s neighbouring countries to motorbiking, to partying on the Adriatic to watching the sea life up close. Which one – or ones, for I know you’ll go for more than just one – will you try?
Disclaimer: not all of these tours are “totally bonkers”. In fact, very few are. But I’m sure you have fun on each and every one of them nevertheless! And of course, I mean “bonkers” in a very loving way!
Sightseeing on a Segway
Do you remember when segways were invented? Unveiled as a new transportation device at the beginning of this century that was going to completely revolutionise our lives (or so it felt), the segway has become something of a damp squib when it comes to new tech. Unless you’re fabulously wealthy and need one to get around your grounds, most people don’t own their own personal segway. And some countries and cities have even banned segways from being driven on public roads or footpaths.
That’s why joining a city segway tour is always fun, giving you an excellent opportunity to try out these “sticks with wheels”. It’s possible to do a 2-hour Segway Tour of Split, a guided tour that takes in some of the top sights of Croatia’s largest coastal city. Most of the tour is conducted in and around the Diocletian’s Palace area – where many of Split’s main sights are – but you’ll also get an opportunity to head up Marjan Hill and see Split from above. In fact, what better way to head up the hill than on your own set of two wheels? Much easier than climbing up the stairs!
Good to know: It’s also possible to do a 2-hour Segway Tour of Dubrovnik which explores the Lapad Peninsula part of the city
Take to the skies
As you come in to land in Croatia – at an airport on the coast, that is – you’ll be dazzled by the multitude of islands and the highly indented coastline below you. (It’s one of the best arrivals in the world, in my opinion!) But perhaps you only managed to get a couple of snaps before your plane touched down, and now you’re left wanting more?
You could take back to the skies and enjoy a flight over a particular part of the coast. For example, there’s the 1.5-hour Private Flight over Kornati & Sibenik that takes off from Sinj Aerodrom. A private flight in a small aircraft – so yes, this is one of the more expensive experiences, but certainly worth it – gives you a view of the Kornati Islands like no other.
No, no, no – not with guns and no shooting or anything like that (very much not my thing) but hunting in the dirt. Wait, what?
Istria is very much associated with the delicacy that is the truffle, and hunting for truffles is a very unique and enjoyable experience. Join professional truffle hunters (and their canine companions – they’re essential in sniffing out these earthy gems) on a private, 7-hour Truffle Hunting in Istria Tour. After the truffle hunt, you’ll of course be able to try some truffle products and food adorned with truffle. You will also have an opportunity to explore the charming inland Istria town of Motovun.
Of course, you’re not literally hunting your own food as it’s not like you’ll be able to dig up a truffle and immediately start chowing down on it, but you’ll certainly get an idea of the process of how truffles are found.
Good to know: If making your meal is definitely your kind of thing – even on holiday – join the Private Cooking Experience with Wine Tasting in Dubrovnik. Honestly, this sounds ideal – explore the countryside surrounding Dubrovnik, enjoy wine at a local winery and then cook your own meal (supervised, of course!) on an outdoor grill.
Military history mixed with quadbikes
What else goes hand in hand with learning about military history other than quadbikes?
The lovely island of Vis – closed to foreigners until 1989 – has quite an unusual history over the centuries, ruled by different territories and countries. Its 20th-century timeline is also very different to other Dalmatian islands, with Vis playing an important base during World War II and then as a naval base during the time of Yugoslavia.
Vis is a relatively small island and is fairly easy to explore if you have wheels of some sort, be they bike, moped or car. But why not join a guided tour on quadbikes – the 2.5-hour Adrenaline Quad Safari-Military Tour – that goes both on road and off road? The tour will explore the island’s military sights as well as take in its nature. You’ll also see and visit Vis Town and Komiza, the two main towns on the island.
Some of you are here to see all the amazing sights and breathe in that fine, fine culture.
Others are here to…well, yup…party. If that’s your style, you will have likely heard about the infamous boat parties that are a huge part of the Croatian festivals that take place during the summer. In particular, Zrce Beach on the island of Pag is party central, with a number of top clubs that play host to quite a few festivals in June, July and August.
If you can’t quite commit to a multi-day festival event, you can still party on the Adriatic by joining a boat party…otherwise known as a booze cruise. For example, there’s the Novalja Boat Party Booze Cruise that’s a 3-hour trip that includes all-inclusive drinks (yes, really!) and DJs spinning the tunes. There’s also a swim stop to give you a refreshing plunge into the sea.
Good to know: Not a boat party, but if you’re on the mainland and want to party in the clubs of Hvar, there’s the Hvar Party All Night Experience. You’ll get collected from pick-up points in either Split or Trogir and transferred by speedboat to Hvar Town, giving you 7 hours to party to your heart’s content. The speedboat then drops you back in Split or Trogir by 5am!
Good to know 2: In a similar party vibe, join the 5-hour Private Bar Crawling with a Guide in Zagreb. This is literally a bonkers tour as it apparently includes some crazy challengers!
Dinner in the sky
Not really one of a tour of Croatia, per se, but certainly a bonkers experience! If heights aren’t a problem for you (that counts me out!), why not have Dinner in the Sky above Dubrovnik? Suspended way up high, you’ll join around 20 other people for a three-course dinner that will include unlimited Croatian wine. Um, yum. Part of the whole experience is a one-hour cooking show – yes, your meal is actually prepared in front of you at altitude. It’s certainly a highly novel way of seeing Dubrovnik and enjoying some local cuisine.
Oh, I caught you reading our Day Trips from Dubrovnik page. Great! So you know what day trips over to Montenegro are possible, and how to do them!
But what if you could visit two countries in one day from Dubrovnik? It’s possible – if you join the Montenegro & Bosnia 2 Countries in 1 Day Tour. It’s no surprise this is a 10-hour tour to make the most of your time, and it’s a private tour too so all the attention will be on you and what you want to see.
You’ll visit the lively Trebinje in Bosnia and Hercegovina and Perast and Kotor in Montenegro, with time to explore each of these places. In Perast, you could even opt to do a boat tour (for an additional fee) to Our Lady of the Rocks islet.
Good to know: To go even further afield visiting two countries from Dubrovnik, try the Private 2-Day Albania and Montenegro Tour. It is over two days, however, so not quite as “bonkers” as stepping foot in three different countries in one day!
Head to an uninhabited island
To really get away from it all, why not head to an island that is home to…no one? Ooh, spooky!
Well, not quite, for the island in question is Plavnik in the northern Adriatic, which you can visit from the larger island of Krk. This private tour – named the Wild Bays and Plavnik Island Tour sounds idyllic – as you’ll get to explore some of the quieter bays of Krk before making the journey to Plavnik for swimming, snorkelling and hiking on the island. You might even spot some dolphins!
The island of Pag has a very unusual landscape, certainly very different to some of the other lush, green Croatian islands. Some even call the terrain moon-like. Why not pretend you’ve left Earth on a hike to some of the key spots of Pag on the Life on Mars Hike? Trust me, when you share the photos, people won’t believe you’re in Croatia!
When I say “make friends” I mean “spot the from a boat” which is practically the same thing, right?
Dolphins do indeed exist in the Adriatic Sea, which some of you may be surprised to hear. Any boat trip out onto the relatively calm sea is always a winning activity, but why not join a tour to go and spot some dolphins? The Dolphin Cruise with Dinner is a 3-hour activity that departs Pula and sails around the lovely Brijuni Islands. A sunset cruise, dinner is also included to make the whole experience rather magical.
