Something completely new is being born on the site of the former Hotel Pical in Poreč. The Poreč Valamar Pical Resort, scheduled to open in 2026, promises a new generation of luxury, not only for tourists, but also for the local community. The €139 million project will give Poreč a comprehensive resort that will transform the existing infrastructure on several levels.
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Jan Macarol is the responsible editor of the printed and online editions of City Magazine Slovenia. Together with his two assistants, he strives to offer readers the most unique and fresh information about urban culture, technological innovations, fashion and everything an urban nomad needs to survive in a fast-paced world.
Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell return in a romantic fantasy that combines magic, memories and heartbreak. “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” is a film that will make you laugh, move you and hit you right in the feels. Now see why this film is already a contender for the biggest hit of the fall.
Zenith has introduced two new Defy divers’ watches for 2025: the Defy Extreme Diver Shadow and the Defy Revival Diver Shadow. Both watches combine a robust micro-sandblasted titanium case with vibrant yellow accents and offer an impressive water resistance of up to 600 meters. While the Extreme model is a modern, technically sophisticated timepiece, the Revival draws inspiration from a retro aesthetic from 1969. Both watches are available now, with a starting price of $8,200.
When the silver shines in its most silent, matte form, and when the engine roars like a Wagner overture, you know: this is no longer a car. This is an experience. The Mercedes-AMG GLE and GLS MANUFAKTUR Arctic Silver Edition is epicureanism on four wheels.
Summer brings with it scorching heat, outdoor fun, and the inevitable challenges of summer – from clogged car radiator grilles to stuck zippers on beach bags. Luckily, WD-40 is your ultimate lifesaver, and its versatile properties will make summertime annoyances a distant memory. Here are five tried-and-true tricks that will solve many summertime woes.
Amazon has already confirmed that Prime Day 2025 will take place in July this year, although it hasn't revealed the exact dates yet. Looking back at previous years, it's almost scientifically accurate to predict that it will be a two-day event in the middle of the month - analysts are speculating on July 15th and 16th, as in 2024 the e-shopping holiday took place on July 16th and 17th. Prime Day traditionally lasts 48 hours and includes discounts that can put you in a slight shopping euphoria - don't worry, you're not alone.
When bureaucracy meets technology: Apple considers withdrawing Apple AirDrop in the EU due to new digital rules. No, this isn't dystopian science fiction - this is Brussels in action.
To celebrate its 121st anniversary, Oris has launched the Oris Hölstein Edition 2025 – a limited edition of the ProPilot pilot’s watch with a matte black DLC coating and a fully luminous dial. In the dark, the silhouette of the Oris mascot – the bear – appears on the dial. The watch is equipped with the Calibre 400 automatic movement, which provides a 120-hour power reserve. Only 250 numbered pieces are available. (fratellowatches.com)
With iOS 19, Apple is finally introducing a feature that allows iPhone users to see an estimate of how long it will take to fully charge their battery on the lock screen. This new feature, which has long been present on Android devices, will allow users to better plan and manage their charging time.
Europe is riding the electric wave, but this year the wave seems to be more of an ebb than a tide. Even Elon Musk could say: “Don’t panic, everyone is sinking with me.” But what is really happening? Let’s look at the numbers in the EU!
The 2025 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 – the seventh iteration of the most futuristic smartphone that folds like an origami masterpiece – is coming in the summer of 2025 and, if rumors are to be believed, it will be a device that will try to prove that foldable phones are no longer eccentric treasures for the geek elite, but a serious alternative to conventional smartphone-tablets.
The world changes, but some heroes remain eternal. The new Land Rover Defender 2025 addresses the past, but looks to the future – with new headlights, a bigger screen and even more adventure. Yes, this SUV can also take care of your USB cables.