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this great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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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The First Half of the Stari Grad St. Rok Celebrations – The Other Half Tonight

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Stari Grad city council met yesterday as a part of the celebrations of the Stari Grad City Day and the ...

Let It Rain; Some Relief from the Heat Tomorrow

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It may feel strange to be looking forward to rain, but I for one can’t wait. After the hottest summer ...

It is Cooling Down: Still Time to Register for the Hvar Marathon

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The very thought of doing any physical exercise in this heat apart from lifting a cold one or two fills ...

The Donkey and the Prime Minister: A Day of Celebration in Jelsa

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It was a busy day of visitors and openings as Jelsa celebrated its Town Day yesterday, with two opening ceremonies ...

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King of the English Chanel at the 40th Faros Marathon

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It will be the 40th Faros Marathon this year in Stari Grad. Big anniversary calls for big names and so ...

Looking for Affordable Last Minute Holiday? Hvar Half-Board, 7 Days for Under £200

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With all the uncertainty in Greece, the tragic events in Tunisia and Egypt, combined with the strong pound, many holiday ...

The Hidden Wildlife of Hvar

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One of the first things that struck me when I first moved to Hvar was how few animals there seemed ...

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Jelsa in Festive Mood – Prime Minister, a Choir and a Donkey

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As the Feast of Our Lady´s Assumption approaches, everything needs to get done and ready for the celebrations – Jelsa ...

So Where are the Top 10 Hvar TripAdvisor Restaurants This Week?

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TripAdvisor – love it or hate it, most travellers can’t ignore it.  This week’s top ten restaurants on the island ...

Wellness on Hvar: How Do You Take Yours?

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Hvar, the island of sun, the island of luxury. There are beaches aplenty, but what if you truly want to ...