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this great island, please contact us on [email protected] The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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!
The Things People Do on Holiday on Hvar
The nice thing about writing about Hvar tourism is that it is very diverse. And some tourists are madder than ...
The Oldest Olive Tree on Hvar (and Maybe Elsewhere) – Wow!
A fascinating afternoon on eastern Hvar, the highlight of which was meeting an olive tree which might be older than ...
Free Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Checks at Eko Shop Green House
The friendly organic team from eco-shop Green House are offering free blood pressure and cholesterol checks tomorrow, in addition to ...
What Did Hvar Town Look Like More Than 400 Years Ago?
An early panorama of Hvar Town in 1571. No nightclubs here…
Order Your Fish with Confidence: A Croatian-English Fish Glossary
Ordering the right fish can be a linguistic challenge, with most Croatian words bearing little resemblance to their English counterparts. ...
Picture Exclusive! Orson Welles Filming on Hvar
Hvar has a long tradition of celebrity visitors. Some rare shots of Orson Welles filming on the island of Hvar ...
Beautiful Hvar Moments: An Open Door to 400 Years of Theatre History
An unexpected bonus in Hvar Town today, as an open door revealed a world of 400 years of history and ...