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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

Sometimes You Just Need a Burger Fix!

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Nikola Karabatic, Croatian-born, French Handball player gets his burger fix in Hvar town!

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Jelsa Maritime History and the Sailing Boats of the 19th Century

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 As happens quite a lot these days on the ferry to or from Split and Stari Grad, I was approached ...

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Mountain Bikes in 1992: A History of Cycling Tourism on Hvar

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A lot of people are now talking about Hvar as a great cycling destination – which it is – but ...

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Crap Beer Invades The Office, a Symbol of Croatia 2017

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If you are a tourist, look away – Croatia, and Croatian beer, are amazing.  There is a Croatian word, which ...

Stipan Tadic ‘Motivi iz Okolici’ Exhibition Opening at Dalmacijaland

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No summer in Jelsa would be complete without the alternative culture available at Dalmacijaland, one of Dalmatia’s quirkiest and most ...

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Mojito, Chilled Waterfront Nights in Jelsa, for All Music Tastes

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NIghtlife in Jelsa feels a little different this year, as does the destination itself. Perhaps it is because I have ...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain on Hvar Island (VIDEO)

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Mercedes-Benz presents the second episode of the #MBvideocar series. In this episode the Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain proofs to be a perfect choice ...

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Lucullus, A Luxurious Dining Experience in Hvar

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The name Lucullus has ties in legends to luxury and gourmet, which in essence, sums up Lucullus restaurant in Hvar.

Five Loves for Hvar Bring Mozart and Brahms to Hvar Summer Festival Tonight

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Hvar’s cultural summer continues, and one of the most amazing venues on the island is the cloister of the 550 ...

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Pharos Hvar Bayhill, Your Bike Friendly Adventure Hotel on Hvar

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One of the more interesting invitations which came my way last summer was to spend a weekend at the opening ...