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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

Stari Grad Summer Festival: The Full Programme

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26th of June at 21:30 Ukrainian Music School: Dance performance on the Velo Podloža Square  30th of June – 1st of ...

Etno Hvar Festival in Humac to Take Place in July

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It is a festival which I have not been able to visit yet, something I hope to change this year, ...

Hvar Summer Festival: July Programme

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Hvar Town’s rich cultural programme continues all summer, with the Hvar Summer Festival, a collection of events focusing on the ...

Divine Bays of Hvar: Mala Stiniva Gets Its First Song (VIDEO)

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One of the things I have appreciated most about running Total Hvar over the years has been the contact with ...

Gorgeous Hvar Through the Lens of Nina Bogdan: First Solo Exhibition

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As one of the world’s ten most beautiful islands, Hvar is a photographer’s dream.  But having a beautiful subject does ...

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Aromatic Hvar: All Roads Lead to the Lavender Festival in Velo Grablje

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People often ask me what is my favourite time of year to be on Hvar. Honestly speaking, there is never ...

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Restaurant of the Week: Me and Mrs Jones

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Two weeks ago I was lucky enough to participate in a week-long sailing trip on the Adriatic – we visited ...

A New Mayor for Stari Grad

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Interesting times on Hvar for island politics.  The recent local elections for the four island mayors produced two clear winners ...

Booking.com: Hvar Town in World’s Top 7 Stag Party Destinations

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The Hvar party has certainly been in the news in recent weeks. And peak season has yet to start.  The ...

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An Alternative Hvar Holiday: Meet ESCAPE Community 2017

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After successfully setting up a hidden camp last summer for all urban runaways seeking an alternative holiday experience, ESCAPE Community ...