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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

Restaurant of the Day: Villa Dinka in Hvar Town

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Some great value diving just above Hotel Amfora, with stunning views and a welcome breeze to match. 

Higgs Boson Lecture by CERN Team Member in Hvar Town Tomorrow

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Calling all scientists. A fascinating lecture on Higgs boson and the CERN project awaits tomorrow evening by Professor Nikola Godlinovic ...

Interview with Tartajun President Šime Šurjak

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With Hvar’s legendary dormouse festival around the corner, we catch up with new Tartajun president, Šime Šurjak. 

Exclusive! Prince Harry on Hvar – the Secret Diplomatic Mission

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The as yet untold story of a daring mission into the heart of Hvar’s tourist season last year, on behalf ...

Bee hives near the Pitve road

Hvar’s Health Tourism

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Guest blog from Vivian Grisogono on the policy of pest control spraying on Hvar. 

Land Registry Check

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If you are thinking of buying a property, it is worth checking its ownership status on the Web as a ...

OIB: The Personal Identity Number

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For any kind of financial dealings in Croatia, including holding a bank account, you need a Personal Identity Number, or ...

cars on hvar

Foreigners with cars

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Lucullus, Hvar’s Most Unusual Restaurant: It’s FANTASTIC!

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A very random but totally superb dining experience at Lucullus last night. The only thing I can say is: visit ...

Beach of the Week: 11. Palmižana

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With established tourism there for more than 100 years, the Paradise that is Palmizana is no longer a secret, but ...