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great island, please contact us on [email protected]  The island is constantly changing, so if you come across any outdated information on the site, or have something new which you think should be featured, please contact us.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

Advent in Jelsa: How Many Stars for Croatia’s Most Famous Xmas Decorations?

Total Croatia News

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Naked Scot Spotted Swimming Off Hvar in Late November

Total Croatia News

The Scots are a curious race. For more than 300 years they bang on about the need to have a ...

End of an Era: Last Cold One at The Office in Jelsa

Total Croatia News

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Want to Work on Hvar? Suncani Hvar Recruiters Coming to a Town Near You

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Quality Hvar Accommodation 2017: A Closer Look at Hotel Riva

Total Croatia News

It is a very strange thing being a tourist on an island where you have lived for over a decade. ...

Hvar Featured in Irish Examiner

Total Croatia News

Very nice article in today’s Irish Examiner about our favourite sunshine island. And with direct flights from Dublin to Split ...

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VIDEO: Looking Back on 2016 and Ahead in 2017 for Stari Grad

Daniela Rogulj

As well all know, this year, Stari Grad (on our famous and sunny island of Hvar) marked an exceptional anniversary ...

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Adventure Park Hvar Jelsa Celebrates a Stellar 2016 Season

Daniela Rogulj

While the island of Hvar is already a big-time favorite amongst most anyone traveling to or living in Croatia, there’s ...

Easter in Jelsa: Flights from London £60 Return. Book Now!

Total Croatia News

One of the more encouraging trends in Hvar tourism in recent years has been the gradual extending of seasonal flights. ...

21st Century Jadrolinija: A Stunning Jelsa Catamaran Experience

Total Croatia News

Diehard fans of the Total Hvar blog (and there are at least three…) may have noticed over the years my ...