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this great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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!

Calling All Squid Fishermen to Hvar This Weekend: Peskafondo!

Total Croatia News

The olives are gathered, and it is time this weekend to turn our attention back to the sea – squid ...

Stari Grad Summer Sailing School: Three Girls in a Boat

Total Croatia News

Second guest blog from Martin Illner, who spends part of the year with his family in Rudina. Thanks Martin, and ...

A Hvar Legend Reemerges in the Hills of Austria: Wuf’s New Project

Total Croatia News

He is the man who persuaded Carpe Diem to open before 18:00, offering quality breakfasts and daytime service, before moving ...

Art Exhibition on Palmizana: From Canada to China. A Full Report

Total Croatia News

Palmizana’s extraordinary cultural summer continued late into October this year, with a gathering of international artists. We received the following ...

Hotel Adriana, an Oasis of Entertainment Whatever the Weather

Total Croatia News

I want to tell you a secret, something not many people know. Although Hvar is officially the sunniest island in ...

Sell, Donate, Exchange: Flea Market in Hvar Town on Saturday

Total Croatia News

Something a little different this Saturday in Hvar Town, if this inclement weather is keeping you from the beach.  Meet ...

Where is the Best Dessert in Stari Grad?

Total Croatia News

Guest blog from Martin Illner from Prague. Martin’s family has a house in Rudine and is a regular visitor to ...

The Late Season Continues: Thompson Live in Hvar, and the Peskafondo Programme

Total Croatia News

And still the season continues…  One of the events at the end of the season which is growing in size ...

2015, a Memorable Year: US Opens Cuban Embassy, Jadrolinija Discovers Customer Service

Total Croatia News

More than 40 years ago, Fidel Castro is alleged to have predicted the conditions which led to the reopening of ...

Torcida Hvar Commemorates Hvar’s Most Famous Son, Ivan Vucetic

Total Croatia News

It has always struck me as a little strange on Hvar that the island does not promote some of its ...