TRIP REPORT: Croatia Airlines, Zagreb - Skopje
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Written by Atanas Alkov
This is my first genuine EX-YU trip report, meaning that both the origin and destination, as well as the airline, were all from EX-YU. I'm reviewing Croatia Airlines' Zagreb - Skopje route with Croatia Airlines, flight number 366.
The ticket price was 170 euros with hand luggage only. The load factor was 66% in business and 95% in economy.
I flew from Zagreb Airport's new terminal for the first time and I can say I like the architecture of the building. It is true that it has some unused spaces, but future growth will probably take care of that. To be honest, I was expecting more shops and restaurants and I think the lighting in the airside departures area could be better.
While I was waiting for my flight, there was a Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul operated with an A321 with a light load that evening. Not to my surprise, the majority of passengers were Asian. People in Zagreb told me that Asian tourists spend almost nothing aside from what they pay as part of their package. That made me realise why a 45kg Asian lady was eating like a waterpolo player at breakfast in my hotel.
Our flight was operated by a Dash 8, so boarding was done from the ground level gates and with a short bus ride. The last three flights out of Zagreb that evening were to Belgrade, Sarajevo and Skopje. The waiting area on the ground level has three gates and a small duty free stand. Air Serbia flight to Belgrade had only eighteen passengers and the Croatia Airlines flight to Sarajevo was not much better.
Prior to entering the aircraft, all larger bags were put on a cart, then in the cargo hold, and you had to pick it up after landing.
The flight was uneventful and the Dashenka named Dalmacija landed in Skopje in 1 hour and 7 minutes. Shortly after departure, all passengers were served a savoury snack and drinks. I ordered marasca juice, my usual when flying Croatia Airlines.
Overall, I can say it was a nice flight. My impression is that Skopje is doing well for Croatia Airlines and that Dash 8 is perfect for the slow months.
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