From British royalty and Beyonce baby bumps, to international honey and wine awards, it was quite a year for Hvar, which once again made the headlines for all the right reasons.  A year in review.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their first charity hitch to Morocco in 1992, Link has added Croatia as a 2012 destination. Here are 10 reasons why you should head to Hvar next Easter, while raising cash for education in Africa.

And you thought it all happens in the Summer?  Just released, here is the programmes of events for Christmas and New Year on Hvar.

Get into the Christmas spirit with a fundraising night out at the Arsenal in Hvar Town, as the Rotary Club are hosting an evening of Hvar entertainment.

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

More winter sporting action at the Gariful Sports Center, this time with a billiards tournament.

Anyone interested in the agro-tourism sector on Hvar is invited to join a free training programme in Stari Grad, covering various aspects of this growth sector.

With its stunning architecture, vibrant nightlife and picturesque Pakleni Islands, there are few better locations in the world to stage a wedding.  Here are some practical things to consider if you are planning a wedding on Croatia's premier island.

Looking for the next Croatian Wimbledon champion?  You may find them on Hvar.  Gariful Tennis Center announces programmes for tennis lessons for children.

From lavender and dormouse festivals to full moon parties and sailing regattas.  2012 will be a busy year for the island of Hvar.  Some pointers for your diary.

Congratulations to Zlatan Plenkovic and the team at Zlatan Otok for their awards at the 21st Sabatina Wine Festival in Zadar.

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An opportunity for local businesses to learn more about agro-tourism on Hvar, as well as practical help in developing markets for indigenous island products.  For free!