By Kristina Samardžić, Raiffeisen Bank Croatia | Croatian jealousy sometimes leads to some of the country’s most beautiful spots staying rather hidden and limited to those who try hard enough to reveal their incredible mixture of history, nature, culture, customs and people. What is not so secret anymore on the other hand, is the fact […]
By Ozren Tabaković, Raiffeisen Bank Croatia | If you ever visit Croatia, and we think you absolutely should, there is a town called Hum, and it’s a must in terms of touristic attractions. Although there is no formal or actual record of Hum being recognized by Guiness Book of World Records as the smallest city […]
In March, the Discover CEE spotlight is on Croatia! Watch out for several blog posts on Croatian business, culture and success stories. Today, we have the most interesting economic data and cultural facts about Croatia at a glance for you. The fact sheet is also downloadable in print version. Click here to print the fact […]
By Linda Struckl, RBI, and Heidi Aichinger, Forbes Austria | Gender equality has many facets: the level of education, the quota of women in certain male dominated professional areas as well as the salary gap and many more. Discover CEE took a closer look at a very specific aspect of the topic: the number of […]
By Carmen Dimitruc, Raiffeisen Bank, Romania | Traditional Romanian food has been influenced over the centuries by Turkish, Hungarian, Greek, Serbian, Russian, Polish, French and Italian cuisine, but innovations, local ingredients, Orthodox religious customs, preference for pork meat and other specific conditions make it unique. People say Romanian cuisine is delicious, diverse, and full of […]
By Carmen Dimitruc, Raiffeisen Bank, Romania | Once every two years, one of the world’s most intense classical music festival takes place in Bucharest: the George Enescu Festival, which takes place for the 24th time this year. At the beginning of September 2019, good music takes control of Romania’s capital city for 23 days. There […]
By Carmen Dimitruc, Raiffeisen Bank, Romania | If you are looking for a new and exciting destination for your holidays or maybe just a three to four days city break, be sure to put Bucharest on your list! Vibrant urban environment with old-style charm The capital city of Romania combines vibrant urban environment with old-style […]
In February, the Discover CEE spotlight is on Romania! Watch out for several blog posts on Romanian business, culture and success stories. Today, we have the most interesting economic data and cultural facts about Romania at a glance for you. The fact sheet is also downloadable in print version. Click here to print the fact […]
By Veronika Nováková, Raiffeisen Bank Czech Republic | They stay devoted to their craft, respect it and are not afraid to experiment. They combine traditional Bohemian hand-blown glass with modern technology and design. Lasvit’s vision is to be the world’s most inspiring glassmaker. Read our interview with the firm’s partner and co-founder Aleš Stýblo and […]
Veronika Nováková, Raiffeisenbank a.s. Czech Republic| Over two and a half kilograms of twenty-four carat gold was used to plate the roof of the National Theatre, thus nicknamed the Golden Chapel. It is a symbol of national identity and a space for free artistic creation. It is also a venue that requires specialists such as […]
By Veronika Nováková, Raiffeisenbank a.s. Czech Republic | Loved in Czechia, exported to our neighbours and loved in Asia, Australia or America. Originally, frgál was the nickname for a kolach, a type of pastry with fruity or fresh cheese filling and raised edges, which was ruined by a housekeeper during the baking process sometime in […]
In January, the Discover CEE spotlight is on the Czech Republic! Watch out for several blog posts on Czech business, culture and success stories. Today, we have the most interesting economic data and cultural facts about the Czech Republic at a glance for you. The fact sheet is also downloadable in print version. […]