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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

Finally! Hvar Town and Jelsa Premiere for Fishermen’s Conversations

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I genuinely cannot remember ever being so excited to go and see a film. And finally, more than a year ...

Hvar Still Sunny and VERY Cheap: 3 Star Hotel, Half Board 149 Kuna a Night

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I met a very interesting man yesterday called Martin. He is a Brit and contacted me via email, saying he ...

International Art Workshop Starts Next Week on Palmizana

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The Palmizana Cultural Summer shows no sign of slowing down…  We have the pleasure to inform you that the international ...

Day of Hvar Town: Early October Programme

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The first week of October is probably my favourite week to visit Hvar Town. With the season all but over, ...

Jacques Cousteau on Hvar: The Historical Link

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As we recently reported on Total Croatia News, an international film crew is in Dalmatia shooting the life of legendary ...

Jelsa Rowing Club, the Most Exclusive in the World?

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The Jelsa Rowing Club is one of the best in the country, but is it also the most exclusive? There ...

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Red Cross Hvar – Join the Registry of Hematopoietic Stem Cells Donors

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An invitation from the Red Cross Hvar to join the Registry of the Hematopoietic Stem Cells Donors in Hvar:   ...

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Folklore Group KUD Jelsa is Looking for New Members

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From Monday (September 21, 2015), the folklore group KUD Jelsa continues with the regular rehearsals of the “school of folklore” ...

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Why Croatia is the Perfect European Destination – Hvar and Split the Stars of the Article

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A new article about “Why Croatia is the Perfect European Destination” appeared few days ago at the British ClickStay website ...

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A Video of the Lavender Harvest in the 70s

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An interesting short documentary from the 70s made by the Croatian National Television (HRT) informing about lavender harvest on Hvar. ...