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Gorgeous Hvar Through the Lens of Nina Bogdan: First Solo Exhibition

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As one of the world’s ten most beautiful islands, Hvar is a photographer’s dream.  But having a beautiful subject does ...

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Aromatic Hvar: All Roads Lead to the Lavender Festival in Velo Grablje

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People often ask me what is my favourite time of year to be on Hvar. Honestly speaking, there is never ...

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Restaurant of the Week: Me and Mrs Jones

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Two weeks ago I was lucky enough to participate in a week-long sailing trip on the Adriatic – we visited ...

A New Mayor for Stari Grad

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Interesting times on Hvar for island politics.  The recent local elections for the four island mayors produced two clear winners ...

Booking.com: Hvar Town in World’s Top 7 Stag Party Destinations

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The Hvar party has certainly been in the news in recent weeks. And peak season has yet to start.  The ...

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An Alternative Hvar Holiday: Meet ESCAPE Community 2017

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After successfully setting up a hidden camp last summer for all urban runaways seeking an alternative holiday experience, ESCAPE Community ...

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Restaurant of the Week: Artichoke in Jelsa

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If there is one sailing town on the Adriatic which has undergone immense change in recent years, that town would ...

Away from the Hvar Party: Cooking Classes in Velo Grablje

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Hvar, an island for everyone, offering a staggering range of activities to suit all tastes and ages.  Approximately 70km from ...

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The Professor Stars on British TV and Gets His Barbie Girl

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It is five and a half years since I first sat down with my good friend Frank John Dubokovich over ...

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A New Type of Smart Bench for Hvar Library

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The Bench is an integral part of Dalmatian culture, and it has long been an object of fascination for this ...