Hvar is a gorgeous Croatian island receiving more than 2,800 hours of sunshine each year, known for its fragrant, picturesque fields of lavender, rosemary, sage, thyme and marjoram that grow throughout its lands.

The island is a top destination for international celebrities like Jay-Z, Beyonce, and Prince Harry, home to upscale resorts in beautiful cities like Hvar Town and Stari Grad. Yachts fill Hvar Town's harbor throughout the summer months, parked alongside ferries transporting visitors to the nearby Pakleni Islands. Gorgeous secluded beaches line Ždrilca Bay, which is home to rocky coves and pine forests. Hip nightlife abounds at Hula and Stipanska Beaches on nearby Marinkovac Island, which is known for its bars and nightclubs.

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