Foreigner buyers sometimes complain at the length of time it takes for renovations. Here is one uncompleted project, some 500 years on...

Hvar is also a popular destination for Croatia's politicians, both for business and pleasure, and  one regular visitor is new Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vesna Pusic.  A look at politicians visiting Hvar and the career of the new minister, by Vivian Grisogono.

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

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

If you have any official business at all on Hvar, from registering a property purchase to obtaining a police report in the event of a crash, the chances are you will need to pay a visit to that delightful institution, the Public Notary.  A step-by-step guide. 

The first in an occasional series at some of the more interesting signs on Hvar. We begin in the east.

All Saints Day on November 1 is an important date in Hvar's religious calendar.  Find out more.