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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

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Where to Buy Free Range Eggs on Hvar? Visit Greenhouse!!

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While many supermarkets in Europe offer organic eggs marked as “0” (with the choice of free range eggs marked as ...

Jelsa Chess Club Meets Garry Kasparov

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A big day for two of the rising stars of the Jelsa Chess Club today, as siblings Dora and Jan ...

Festa Vina 2015: All Change for This Year’s Jelsa Wine Festival

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The Jelsa Tourist Board has announced the programme for one of the most eagerly awaited events of the season – ...

Jelsa, the Only Destination in the World with THREE UNESCO Sites Just 20 Minutes Away

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On many levels, this has been the most interesting tourist season on Hvar since I started working in tourism. The ...

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Beautiful Torac Bay in Gdinj – Great Birthday Trip

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Some time after my daughter turned 1, I started a new tradition in our family regarding birthdays. Instead of gifts, ...

Looking for Clear Blue Paradise? Why It is Scedro, in 51 Seconds

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Sometimes the best promotion is the simplest. Looking to truly escape the world into haven of peace and turquoise waters? ...

Hvar Confirmed as King of European Weather, Again

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One of the many claims about Hvar is that it is the sunniest island in Europe, with an average of ...

In a Hvar World of Constant Change, One Quality Remains Constant: Mizarola

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It is fair to say that tourism in Hvar Town is changing.  The profile of the guest seems to be ...

The Most Romantic Reason to Visit Jelsa in 2015

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People visit destinations for different reasons. For some, it is great marketing, for others it is due to personal recommendation, ...

Hvar and Dubrovnik, a Perfect Holiday Double: Great Video

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There are a LOT of videos about Hvar uploaded to YouTube each summer, as many tourists want to share their ...