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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

Hvar in London Exhibition at Adristorical Lands Project

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A little bit of Hvar in the city of London.

The Man from Laško Pivo Comes to The Office

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A man I have been wanting to meet for some time… 

St. Luke’s Feast Day, a Perfect Celebration

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A special Mass in front of a rather isolated chapel on the water.

Reasons to Be Jealous of Your Neighbour on Hvar: Winter Wood

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There is nothing worse than living next to a neighbour who is over-prepared for winter.

Hvar Restaurants Open All Year: Mizarola

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While many of the restaurants close for the winter on the island, the there are still some great places to ...

Hvar in October: An Ideal SAGA Holiday Destination

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With the peak season heat subsiding, Hvar is a perfect autumn destination for the older tourist. Groups like SAGA Holidays. 

Happy Birthday Total Hvar: 15 Top Moments in the Last 2 Years

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Total Hvar is 2 years old! It has been quite a journey. Here are 15 of the highlights. 

Learning to Read and Write in Croatian v. English: Interesting Differences

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Learning to read in Croatian and English is a rather different experience. Croats have it easier, for sure… 

Behind the Scenes with the Czech Models of Ivan Dolac

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Behind the scenes with the Czech models and the Ivan Dolac fashion photography course. 

Hvar’s Best Cars

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Cars are an integral part of modern life. So which ones suit the island best?