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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

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A new exhibition is open from August 20, 2015 at the Art centre of the Meneghello family at Palmižana – ...

Party Hvar: Australians Arrested for Damaging Roof of Hvar Cathedral

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I always get in trouble when I write anything slightly negative about Hvar. When the Englishman is writing happy stories, ...

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Severina Made the Jelsa Square Dance and Sing

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We are very fortunate to live in a beautiful old stone house on Pjaca (Square). The location has its pros ...

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Petar Grašo Tomorrow, Goran Karan Next Week – New Place Opening in Stari Grad

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The shopping centre at the Stari Grad ferry port has undergone some changes during this winter and spring. Shops have ...

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What to Do on a Cloudy Day on Hvar – Humac and Grapceva Cave

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For many visitors, summer on Hvar is more about the beach and the sun and all other rather fun activities ...

Jelsa Superhero Double Bill: Lavanderman 7 and Damir Ercegovic Exhibition

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Jelsa has various legendary residents, such as The Professor and Andro Tomic, but only one superhero – Lavanderman. Not many ...

Those Czech Beauties are Back: Places Available for Ivan Dolac Fashion Shoot

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It is probably my favourite photograph of Hvar. Followers of the Total Hvar blog will be aware of my mild ...

The Jadrolinija Experience as It Once Was: A Race to Sucuraj

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Guest blog from Slovenian Hvarophile Renata Rakic, on the chase for the Jadrolinija ferry in Sucuraj many years ago – ...

Taking the Hvar Adventure to the Next Level: Meet Hvar Life

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It may be a leading destination for its beaches and nightlife, but the island of Hvar is also becoming increasingly ...

The Yacht Week as It Once Was: Hvar in History

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The Mediterranean as it once was… Wonderful shot of a sailing time gone by at Bonj les Bains, estimated to ...