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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

A Russian with Croatian Husband on Hvar on Today’s Big Match

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When I first moved to Hvar back in 2003, I was a little exotic. Not many foreigners were living here ...

From the Meneghello Collection – Art Exhibition in Hvar until 7th September

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A chance to see selected art from the Dagmar Meneghello Collection without taking a boat to Palmižana – although that ...

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Interested in Ceramics? Come to Vrbanj on Hvar

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Beautiful exhibition of ceramic sculptures in the Zvijezda Mora (Star of the Sea) gallery in Hvar town till July 16th, ...

Medjimurje Winemaker Exports to France, Germany, Sweden, and Hong Kong

Lauren Simmonds

The Medjimurje winery is investing European money into planting vineyards, mechanisation, and, of course, tourism.

Sućuraj Shocked: Cross Painted Red and Defaced with Communist Star

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Unknown perpetrators used the cover of night from Monday to Tuesday to deface the stone cross in the center of ...

Descendant of Famous Russian Family to Put Istrian Castle on Wine and Tourism Map

Lauren Simmonds

One Russian who has fallen in love with Istria and all things wine is set to place one old castle ...

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Vrboska Extending Season, Attracting Higher Paying Guests

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Looking ahead to the incoming summer season, we speak with Vrboska Tourism Board director Sandra Bogdanić

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Occupation and Resistance on Hvar during WWII: The Jelsa Raid

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Arriving on Hvar in February this year to check on the house in Vrboska meant venturing down to the riva ...

Bistro Hit

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BISTRO HIT Jelsa 504 21465 Jelsa GSM: +385 (0)91 581 0173 Official Facebook Page             ...

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Significant Rise in Tourism Arrivals and Overnights in 2016 and 2017

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Is Jelsa finally coming back as a popular tourist destination? The numbers are starting to speak…  Named the top destination ...