Stari Grad has a vibrant artistic scene, with several galleries tucked away in the back streets of its stunning old town. An introduction to the unique work of Zoran Tadic by Majda L.L. Moškatelo

A little backgound to Christmas and New Year traditions and greetings on the island of Hvar.

There are some songs which evoke memories of Hvar wherever you are, and one of them is Eyes the Colour of Lavender

After 25 years, the second and fully updated edition of Vivian Grisogono's essential Sports Injuries: A Self-help Guide is now available for pre-order. Internationally acclaimed, updated on Hvar!

A journey into the hills of Pitve, high above Jelsa, reveals much more than pretty views, including the Roman god Janus.

The 550th anniversary of the founding of the Franciscan Monastery on Hvar is celebrated on December 7, 2011.

Jelsa is a hive of activity in the busy tourist season, as tourists are drawn by its family-friendly old town, picturesque harbour, great beaches, and excellent dining, but it is somewhat quieter in winter. A slideshow accompanied by Klapa Jelsa from 1982.

From a distance, just another inland village with a pretty church, but if you take the time to investigate Dol, you will find a world of art, culture, yoga, traditon and even its own currency, as well as the dynamic local association, Tartajun.

An invaluable resource for foreigners and locals alike is Pitve resident Vivian Grisogono, who works tirelessly to make life easier than others. With a foot in both the local and international 'camps', her explanations of the quirks of Hvar has helped many.

One of Dalmatia's most unique buildings, the church fortress in Vrboska dominates the picturesque old town.  But what is it like inside and how are the views from the top?

The 20th anniversary of the fall of Vukovar is commemorated all over Croatia.

Wine has been produced continuously on Hvar since the Ancient Greeks arrived in 385 BC.  The quality of the island's wines is beginning to attract international attention, with Zlatan Otok (Golden Island) leading the way from its base in Sveta Nedjelja.  In the first of an in-depth series on the wines of Hvar, a look at its history with influential vintner Ivana Krstulović Carić.

The island of Hvar is full of stone.  Has been for centuries.  Do you think that stones have been silent all this time?  Introducing Plave Price...