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The Quiet Party Island?
Said to be one of the most beautiful islands in the world,
Hvar can be both a peaceful haven to retreat to and do nothing
but chill or a non-stop party from twilight till dawn. The
water is flawless blue and the atmosphere is relaxed. Located
on the southwestern end of Hvar island, the town of
Hvar is the most popular destination on the island, largely
due to its party atmosphere.
With an easy-going vibe, this is the place to unwind in the
sunshine and forget about the stresses of everyday life, something
which is easy to do when in the sunniest place in Europe.
A playground for Italian holiday-makers for some years, Hvar
is still fairly undiscovered and quiet by other "party-island"
standards, but don't let that mislead you into thinking Hvar
doesn't know how to have fun.
Start the Party
The Après-Beach Party, held every day during
the summer season from 5pm to 8pm, is a lively way to start
any evening. Those eager to begin at sundown make their way
to Carpe Diem, a funky bar/nightclub set right on the
water. Coming straight from the beach and wearing little more
than bikinis and sipping on fruity cocktails, hoards of people
gather to dance for three straight hours, as they watch the
sun set over the ocean and the moon rise. The atmosphere is
vibrant and alive and is the perfect detour home from the
beach.
The harbour side is aligned with noisy bars and cafe, and
at night time are full of people spilling out onto the promenade,
whilst a more secluded nightspot is the picturesque Veneranda.
Halfway up a mountain and hidden by pine trees, the beautiful
old fortress turns into an open-air nightclub, where people
often end up dancing in their underwear in the waist-deep
pool.
Most of the activity can be found along the harbourside where
people sit and watch the rich and famous dock their impressive
yachts, or in the town's main square where fire dancers entertain
crowds and masses go to just simply sit, talk, or grab a bite
to eat.
Island Trips
The town of Hvar faces a cluster of small isles known as
Pakleni Otoci. They offer some of the best bathing
spots on the island and are adorned with secluded bays, shady
surroundings, and both pebble and sandy beaches, making for
cool and peaceful day excursions. These isles possess the
typical beautiful landscape that is Hvar and are real treasures
of the Adriatic. When hunger starts to set in after a tranquil
day at the beach, restaurants offering refreshments can be
found on most of the islands. There are numerous ferries and
small motor-boats offering return-trips to the isles which
depart approximately every half hour from Hvar's harbour during
peak season. Other activities you can indulge in while holidaying
on Hvar include diving, wind surfing, sailing, and cycling.
When to Go
The high season is July and August when the heat soars and
water temperatures can reach temperatures of up to 79º
F (26º C). It is during these months the island is at
its busiest, full of people who are there to enjoy the loud
music, festivities and the heat. For a quieter time on Hvar,
wait for the crowds to depart and visit in September and October.
Although not as hot, the weather remains warm and stable,
the beaches are less crowded and prices go down.
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