Welcome to Hvar

Welcome to the island of Hvar, one of the most magical corners of the planet. Known as Croatia’s premier island, the sunniest in all year, one of the world’s most beautiful, the island with the most UNESCO heritage in the world (and that doesn’t include the oldest public theatre in Europe), Hvar is an island with something for everyone. Its wines are exported all over the world, from California to China, its healthy Mediterranean diet part of UNESCO heritage. Get lost in the sailing paradise that is the Pakeni islands, cycle the roads world champions use for winter training, kayak to the hidden coves. Immerse yourselves in history in the historic towns and villages dating back thousands of years, and after another hard day at the beach, check out some of the most vibrant nightlife on the Adriatic.

2018 sees 150 years of organised tourism in Europe, just one more thing that started on Hvar, with the founding of the Hvar Healthy Society in 1868. Join us on a journey of exploration of this fabulous slice of paradise. Total Hvar was founded in October 2011. Now in its 7th year, it is established as the prime and most reliable source of information about the island. If you would like to write for Total Hvar about any topic of this great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.

Enjoy your time on Hvar!

First Kiss Half Price: 5 Reasons to Find Jelsa Romance This Valentines

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These are very pleasant days in Jelsa, and the late morning coffee crowd is a small but friendly bunch at ...

Why Kids are Allowed to Smoke on Hvar

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  “Why are these kids smoking?”, was my instant reaction when I saw this picture. Seeing these young children holding ...

After 16 Years on Hvar, a Final Farewell to a Special German Couple

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A wonderful – but very sad – afternoon was had by a dozen or so people in Jelsa on Sunday ...

The Works Continue: A New Catamaran Station for Jelsa

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Another nice look into the immediate future in Jelsa. Yesterday we published some proposed plans for the renovation of Hotel ...

After 100 Years, a New Chapter for Hotel Jadran in Jelsa?

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These are potentially very exciting times for Jelsa, a destination which was named as the best in all of former ...

Sustainable Island Planting Continues: National TV Tomorrow

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It has been a really nice few days on Hvar, watching two little ladies brimming with enthusiasm about the environment ...

A New Nightclub for Hvar Town: Who Wants to Work at Seven Sins?

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New for 2016, a waterfront nightclub for Hvar Town.  Despite the town’s big party image, there are in fact very ...

Carnival de Paiz 2016 – Program for the Stari Grad Carnival

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The carnival season is here and after Jelsa, Stari Grad joins with information about this year′s carnival festivities. The Petar ...

A New Tree for Jelsa Pjaca, and Why You Should Come to Museum Night Tomorrow

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A nice thing is happening on Hvar. Young people are starting some great initiatives, and it is starting to be ...

Professor in HAKA mode

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Jelsa’s favourite son, ‘Professor’ Frank John Duboković is proud of his New Zealand roots, and is always glad to fly ...