Jelsa sits atop a bay on the north coast of Hvar and it’s the only (but little-known) spot on the island with an abundance of sea water, fresh water and rich vegetation. Jelsa isn’t only underrated ...

A small town in Europe which is surrounded by beautiful scenery is a perfect place to visit for a peaceful short break in Europe. Surrounded by the highest peaks on the island of Hvar, on the northern ...

The International Dark Sky Places program certifies locations that offer exceptional starry nights and a commitment to reducing light pollution. To qualify, a location must provide regular public ...

Hvar is Croatia’s most happening island, a destination for celebs, moneyed revellers and visitors familiar with five-star luxury. There’s still a little spontaneous magic left of pre-boom Hvar, found ...

The fragrant island of Hvar is a microcosm of the very best that Croatia has to offer, writes, Ellie O’Byrne. The chirp of crickets, the sweet smell of figs ripened to bursting in the heavy midday ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...