The island of Hvar

As a global magnet for yacht travel and high-end thrills, Hvar Town has everything you would expect: gorgeous architecture, phenomenal DJs, indulgent spas, and outstanding restaurants. But what we love most is that these exceptional luxuries are just a gateway to an even richer experience.

The second largest and oldest town on the island, Stari Grad was founded by the ancient Greeks in the 4th century BC. It’s no surprise that the understated luxury of this ancient settlement has won the hearts of the world’s most passionate sailing and yachting aficionados.

A seaside town with a dazzling view across sea and mountains, Jelsa is a quietly elegant summer destination ideal for families. Bars, art galleries, an open-air cinema, fine dining, farmer’s markets, a vast kid’s park, jogging paths, and a zillion gelato bars line Jelsa’s beautifully maintained waterfront.

This quaint former fishing village is defined by its charming canal, flanked by classic Dalmatian stone houses and elegant bridges. Though small, Vrboska brims with vibrant life above its calm waters, with delightful restaurants and cafe bars lining its harbour.

This peaceful, family-oriented seaside village is located on the southern coast of Hvar. Ivan Dolac is located on a slope, which affords breathtaking views of the Adriatic and the surrounding landscapes. It's a great place to watch the sun go down.

Sandwiched between sheer cliffs of the island’s highest point and the clear sea into which they rapidly descend, Sveta Nedjelja’s geography is quite unlike any other. This sharp collision of mountain and sea has formed some of the world’s most beautiful beaches.

Few visitors encounter the small village of Zastražišće, but for those who like to get off the beaten path, it is well worth the effort, boasting some of the island’s most stunning beaches and a glimpse at a forgotten way of life.

On Hvar’s northern coast, midway between Stari Grad and Jelsa, Basina is renowned for its picturesque beauty and convenient location. It's a place families return to year after year, checking every box on the list for a memorable, kid-friendly holiday.

Pitve is one of the oldest hamlets on the island, established to watch over the settlements and fields below from its incredible vantage point. There is no new construction here, just beautifully restored stone houses in a setting that would suit a Mediterranean fairy tale.

One of a series of extremely charming little villages nestled into the northern side of the island’s mountainous ridge, Vrbanj offers a feeling of refreshment and well-appreciated shade in the summer heat of the rural Mediterranean.

Just a few kilometres inland from Hvar’s southern coast, the abandoned ethnovillage of Malo Grablje tells the story of a bygone Mediterranean era. Wander the village’s hauntingly beautiful ruins in which time seems to have stood still.

One of a series of extremely charming little villages nestled into the northern side of the island’s mountainous ridge, Vrbanj offers a feeling of refreshment and well-appreciated shade in the summer heat of the rural Mediterranean.

Once a bustling pastoral village, the abandoned hamlet of Humac now stands as a pristine preservation of agricultural life as it once was. Whether for a half-day trip or as the setting for your vacation, Humac is a truly enchanting place not to be missed.