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Croatia pitches year-round tourism to Egypt, Malkovich stars

6/15/2026

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Malkovich Promotes Croatia

On June 15, 2026, Croatia promoted tourism in Alexandria, Egypt, with actor John Malkovich, basketball legend Toni Kukoc and football figures.
The event presented Croatia as a year-round destination with cities, islands, events, sports and culture beyond beaches.
Organisers highlighted Croatia’s football legacy, citing World Cup wins and internationally known players.
They aim to expand beyond Germany, Austria and Italy by targeting Egypt, where interest in European trips is rising.

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Malkovich Boosts Tourism

Pete Radovich, an Emmy-winning producer with 45 Emmys, directed the tourism film that ends with Malkovich saying Croatia is “not bad at all.”
Tourism Minister Tonci Glavina said the campaign links tourism with sport.
Online viewers praised the film’s emotional impact, noting scenery, history and food.
American arrivals have risen over 30 percent since 2019, prompting about 440 direct flights from Dubrovnik and Split to the U.S. this season.

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Gaskins Welcomes Croatia

Mayor Alyia Gaskins issued a June 10 proclamation welcoming the Croatian team and urging Alexandria to celebrate its culture.
The team trained daily at Episcopal High School and held a community event that drew hundreds of youth.
Officials said there was no formal link to city or embassy programming and announced Croatia will travel to Texas for Cup opener England on June 17, face Panama (June 23, Toronto) and Ghana (June 27, Philadelphia).

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Malkovich Promotes Croatia

On June 15, 2026, Croatia promoted tourism in Alexandria, Egypt, with actor John Malkovich, basketball legend Toni Kukoc and football figures.
The event presented Croatia as a year-round destination with cities, islands, events, sports and culture beyond beaches.
Organisers highlighted Croatia’s football legacy, citing World Cup wins and internationally known players.
They aim to expand beyond Germany, Austria and Italy by targeting Egypt, where interest in European trips is rising.

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