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this great island, please contact us on [email protected] The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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!
Taking the Ferry in 1969 – Would you Dare?
I hear people complaining about the ferries. I mean, I am not a regular at Jadrolinija, so those full ...
An Unusual (And My Favourite EVER) Christmas Card Arrives in Jelsa
I don’t get much mail of the traditional postal variety, apart from bills, bills and yet more bills, and it ...
Christmas Lasts Longer in Jelsa – Christmas Concert of the Choir on January 10th
While some of us might have already put the Christmas decoration away, the last Christmas celebration in Jelsa took place ...
No More Emergency Medical Helicopter for Dalmatia from Tomorrow
As of Saturday January 9, 2016, there will be no more emergency medical helicopter service (EMHS) for islands and Inland ...
Another Hvar Flea Market next Saturday
From our inbox – an invitation from Paula for the second Flea Market in Hvar town – Hvar Bazar: ...
Sustainable Island Association Calling to Forestation Action – UbodiBor
A new announcement from the Sustainable Island Association lead by the young Irena Dorić, whose enthusiasm seems to contagious. At ...
Last Century Stories about Croatia and Italy: Story of Puse – Part II
We bring you another part of the excerpts from the book about Puse. Please note, these translations are non-edited and ...
Stari Grad Waters Cleaner than Ever
An article at Slobodna Dalmacija informs about the latest sewage system developments in Stari Grad. Since the “Hvarski Vodovod” ...
The (Very) Old Hvar Exposed: Research has Revealed a Rich History Dating back to the 1st century
An article at Slobodna Dalmacija from January 5, 2016 informs about the recent archeological explorations done at the Arsenal in ...
The Hvar First New Year’s Day Swim in Pictures
A new tradition started with the first day of the 2016. A beautiful sunny day with 10 people diving in ...