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Fishing off Hvar: Deep Sea, Octopus, Night Snorkelling

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 21 December 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Tourism

Range of fishing options with experienced local fisherman

Fishing off Hvar: Deep Sea, Octopus, Night Snorkelling

Looking for a range of fishing options on Hvar, from deep sea fishing and octopus and squid fishing, or perhaps a spot of night snorkelling?  Or a boat transfer?  Or excursion to the Blue Cave?  For your all in one solution, meet Mate.

Hvar Resident Publishes Authoritative Sports Injuries Self-Help Guide

Written by Paul Bradbury on Tuesday, 13 December 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Culture

Vivian Grisogono's Second Edition available for pre-order

Hvar Resident Publishes Authoritative Sports Injuries Self-Help Guide

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!

Watersports on Hvar: Jelsa Rowing Club

Written by Paul Bradbury on Monday, 12 December 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Jelsa

The Jelsa Rowing Club

Watersports on Hvar: Jelsa Rowing Club

An additional pleasure to a morning coffee on the waterfront in Jelsa is watching the youngsters from the Jelsa Rowing Club gliding through the water.

Photo Blog: Bike Display on Jelsa Main Square (2002)

Written by Paul Bradbury on Saturday, 26 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Events, Island News, Tourism, Jelsa

Stunning display of bicycle skills from Stella Mare Bike Camp

Photo Blog: Bike Display on Jelsa Main Square (2002)
Some great pictures from the Stella Mare Bike Camp's displays on Jelsa' main square, including the President of the Hvar Winemakers Association as you have never seen him before.

Thought Hvar Was Only Open in Summer? Stella Mare Bike Club

Written by Paul Bradbury on Friday, 25 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Tourism, Villages

FANTASTIC biking holidays in Zavala

Thought Hvar Was Only Open in Summer? Stella Mare Bike Club
Thought there was nothing for kids to do on Hvar, and that it was only open in the summer months? Think again...

Sail into the New Year with Hvar Adventure Sailing School!

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 23 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Sailing, Tourism, Hvar Town, Offers of the Week, What's On This Month?

Special Sailing School Course over New Year

Sail into the New Year with Hvar Adventure Sailing School!

Thought the Hvar tourist season ended in the summer?  Think again.  We go right to the wire with a sailing regatta, New Year specials at Hotel Adriana, and the chance to learn to sail with Hvar Adventure.

Kids Activities: Tennis Lessons on Hvar

Written by Paul Bradbury on Thursday, 17 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Events, Island News, Hvar Town, Villages, Towns, Offers of the Week

Gariful offers lessons twice a week

Kids Activities: Tennis Lessons on Hvar

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

Photo Blog: Going to Work with Hvar Adventure

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 16 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Sailing, Hvar Town

The Perfect Job on the Perfect Island

Photo Blog: Going to Work with Hvar Adventure

Imagine a young company of dedicated locals, all born on the most beautiful island in the world.  Imagine a young company of dedicated locals who are passionate about what they do.  Imagine a young company of dedicated locals who offer the best activity portfolio in the Adriatic, with great service, humour and prices.  Meet Hvar Adventure.

Gariful does it Again! Horse-Riding on Hvar This Weekend

Written by Paul Bradbury on Wednesday, 16 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Island News, Tourism, Hvar Town, Offers of the Week

Horse-riding at Gariful Sports Center this week

Gariful does it Again! Horse-Riding on Hvar This Weekend
Not content with serving Prince Harry a fish extravaganza, Gariful's latest community activity in Hvar is... horse riding!

Sport on Hvar: The Gariful Women's Tennis Open

Written by Paul Bradbury on Sunday, 06 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Events, Island News, Hvar Town

ATP Tennis Tournament on Hvar every April

Sport on Hvar: The Gariful Women's Tennis Open

Hvar's sporting offer extends to an annual ATP tennis tournament.  Find out more about the Gariful Women's Open

Sport on Hvar: The Hvar Half-Marathon

Written by Paul Bradbury on Saturday, 05 November 2011. Posted in Sport, Events, Island News, Stari Grad, Hvar Town

The Hvar Half-Marathon is One of the Most Picturesque Races in Europe

Sport on Hvar: The Hvar Half-Marathon

Holidays on Hvar are not just about lazing on the beach and then partying the night away.  There are plenty of activities on the island for the more adventurous.  Why not sign up for the Hvar Half Marathon, one of the most stunning routes in Europe?

Tennis on Hvar: Find a Partner

Written by Paul Bradbury on Sunday, 30 October 2011. Posted in Sport, Hvar Town

Tennis on Hvar: Find a Partner

Anyone for tennis?  Looking for children's lessons on Hvar?  Here for a week and looking for a tennis partner?  Look no further than the Gariful Sports Centre.

The Faros Marathon in Stari Grad

Written by Paul Bradbury on Monday, 24 October 2011. Posted in Sport, Stari Grad

The Faros Marathon in Stari Grad

One of the world's toughest swimming races takes place every year in Stari Grad.