HVAR: Croatia’s Most Expensive Island 💰

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Hvar, Croatia - We took the ferry from Split to Hvar island. Hvar is said to be the most expensive island in all of Croatia. We came to find the best things to do in Hvar in just one day - between the luxury and the local experiences.
Hvar Fortress - Much like the rest of Croatia, this landmark has changed hands many times throughout history. A form of this modern structure was originally built as protection against pirates, but it turned out to be a major attack by the turks in 1571 that proved the value of these walls. They burned the entire town to the ground, but luckily the citizens of Hvar were able to find safe shelter up here. Eventually Hvar lost its strategic importance and the fort was turned into a disco, and now, a museum with some incredible views. Seeing the Fortress is definitely one of the best things to do in Hvar.
Pokonji dol Beach - A great local beach close to old town Hvar.
Laganini Lounge - let’s call it what it is, Croatia has become a hot spot for summertime fun. Influencers, Athletes and Affluent people, all crowd in for "yacht week" and beach parties. The Croatian coastline, especially here between Split and Dubrovnik are right up there with Italy, Greece, Ibiza, and the South of France for decadent vacations. Since we have been on a Croatia Road Trip across the country on a budget, we haven’t really got to experience the fancier side of things to do in Hvar. Today, we change that by going to Laganini Lounge via a short taxi boat ride from Hvar Old Town.
Local Dinner - While I was planning this Croatia trip, a good friend of mine from back home said if we ever made it Hvar, his family would love to invite us over for dinner and make a traditional Croatian meal - Peka. We had local Hvar Wine, amazing prosciutto and cheese and I learned how to make Peka. It was the perfect night, and THE best thing to do in Hvar (if you can find a nice local family to take you in).
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[@beaubritton2125]

Garett, where did you get that t-shirt with all the flags on the back ?? It represents, and I need one in XXL. I just found you yesterday and I am binging on your travels, this video from Croatia is so fun.

[@GarethLeonard]

TravelDeeper.shop is where you can find all my t-shirts and merch! Thank you so much Beau! 🙏

[@shogunbj]

Croatians are originally Slavic nation, more precise they are South Slavic tribe. I like to call Croatians as " South Americans of Slavic world ". They are great at football, warm, great looking people, emotional and passionate about life in general. It is like Samba meets Balkans, great combination of beauty and raw life. Bang on Croatia, great nation.

[@powderskier5547]

Croatia is simply a stunning country

[@GarethLeonard]

Agreed. 💯

[@lule55555]

Hi there. I'm from Hvar, and I just want to tell you - finally. Finally someone taped a normal video about this place, and trudt me, you just scrathed the surface of Hvar, and in general, whole Croatian coast lifestyle, nature, tradition and heritage. But YES, that's great example. Enough with stupid parties, and other fake things. Good job.

[@Artekk83]

Exactly. I love Hvar but not hvar Town. It's mess and mixing luxury with rude people. Everything on the west from Stari Grad smells bad 😞😞😞

[@rivan0]

​@@Artekk83which town you recommend?

[@Artekk83]

@@rivan0 it's yours decision but definitely not Have town and neighborhood. + You should have car/motorbike/scooter

[@Artekk83]

@@rivan0 stari Grad, Jelsa, Vrboska

[@Artekk83]

But in the winter time people traffic is in Stari Grad

[@chaBuTheOne]

I studied in Split for half a year. I loved the city, the people, the vibe, among many other things. I would love to one day be able to go back and build a family there. pomalo

[@GarethLeonard]

That's really cool! I would love to spend more time there as well. A summer home would be amazing there or on one of the surrounding islands 🙌

[@therealakkherself1296]

Crostia is lovely. Hvar is far away from split though, and very diffrent by my opinion

[@milkatrajkovska5162]

Absolutely beautiful Hvar Croatia it’s amazing

[@GarethLeonard]

I completely agree, Milka! 🙏

[@ticklemetricia8306]

Omg That meal at the end looked amazing . I am surprised by the culture and the food sit looks amazing I am Italian and so I enjoy our culture but I am loving Croatia culture as well

[@alexwallace6120]

I loved your dinner with that local family .They were great host. You and your friends were a welcomed and grateful guests. The wine looked delicious and the food too. What a wonderful experience.

[@GarethLeonard]

It was honestly my favorite experience of the entire trip. Thanks for tuning in Alex! 🙏

[@dillon84]

Last day in croatia today :( Back to the england tomorrow Hvar is a defo for next year. Great video

[@goranskrnjug]

Omg that "peka" was amazing. I like it more with veal but lamb is also good.

[@ivanuljevic7354]

nah the best one is with octopus, filled squids, and then veal mixed with rooster

[@Tonkahontas]

I appreciate you appreciate our history. Glad you enjoyed the food and the locals. Thank you for being respectful and grateful! Also, props to Branko for playing some music, it definitely connects us all :)

[@GarethLeonard]

It was such a special place despite all the fancy visitors these days. I was so happy to be able to show the real side... if only for a moment. 🙏

[@mmafanatik5356]

So much positive energy in your videos bro . I am from Split but I spent many beutiful moments on Hvar . Thank you for presenting Croatia in such nice way 🙏

[@mikehunt8997]

My mom use to make that leg of lamb all the time and it was great. She cooked the lamb in a similar way with all those vegetables.Sometimes even added a goolash sauce. I miss my mom.

[@thebigl156]

I’m in awe of Doris and Branca. I mean starting the two hour cooking process of the Main course after the guest arrive is an entertaining style I’ve never seen before. I just loved them both.

[@mkralj60]

making the peka in front of the guests is a part of the entertaining process in Cro 🙃 and you might as well get drunk until it's ready 😉

[@thebigl156]

@@mkralj60 Would it be considered sacrilege to a Croatian to make the Peka in an oven?

[@CMaj1506]

@@thebigl156 it wouldn’t be peka if you made it in the oven. It has to be made with the coals and the special bell shaped pan.

[@Kokolo-ze2cp]

@@thebigl156 to put it as simply possible, Peka is a name for a specific Croatian technique of preparing food and simultaneously a name for the specific tools (and place where the meal is prepared) as a whole and its not the name of the dish itself, for example when you tell a Croatian "Peka" our association will be the bell and the traditional stone oven not necessarily the dish prepared in it. If you say it more specifically like "Hobotnica na peku" (Octopus Peka style) or Hobotnica ispod peke" (Octopus under Peka, in this case meaning under the bell) we're going to know you're talking about the actual dish and what kind od peka dish it is. So Peka in a normal home oven is simply not Peka. And it's not only because of the tools you need to use for it to be a real Peka but because of the flavours that can only be attained by this technique.

[@thebigl156]

@@Kokolo-ze2cp That’s an excellent answer. Thank you.

[@MarekMars]

Exploring Hvar in just one day must have been an exciting adventure! It's known for its allure and luxury, but also offers authentic local experiences. Discovering the best of both worlds sounds like an unforgettable journey! 🌴🚢🏝

[@the_unorganisedtasker]

The warmth and hospitality from the local family dinner look so adorable. It's these memories that are priceless.

[@ogigya]

Nice video,nice people,and beautiful Croatia🍺🍺

[@paske1924]

Glad you enjoyed Hvar Always nice to see people enjoying Croatia

[@sabrinastraveladventures4263]

I smiled watching this the whole way through 😁👌🏼 Thank you Gareth Sabrina🇫🇷🇬🇧

[@GarethLeonard]

Aw, thank you so much Sabrina!! 🙏

[@malinnara]

We discovered Croatia early enough but took too long to visit when it was way too late. Now it became so popular and that's what drives the prices up and up. Now it's a place for the rich to enjoy. 😭😭😭

[@mojojim6458]

All of us have followed where your finger is pointing for years. And you have led us on grand adventures. For some reason I like your Croatia series the best. "Aside from all the torture devices, the heat alone would be unbearable. I hope they at least had Wifi." That's our Gareth. No one enjoys these adventures more than our host. His enthusiasm is infectious.

[@roberts3138]

Just Awesome! With you in Croatia while chillin in Boston

[@GarethLeonard]

Thanks for watching Robert! 👊

[@mistermerita341]

What a welcoming family. The peka looks good. Awesome vlog!!

[@juan857]

I visited Hvar & Spilt and loved it . Can’t wait to come back and visit Zadar Dubrovnik

[@monicasickels7741]

~~Beautiful~~ What a beautiful place...I bet it's so fun traveling to all the places in this big beautiful world of ours and meeting all the people..so sweet. I can't wait to see your next video 🙂👍❤️

[@jellyfish6056]

Gareth, thank you for creating these videos of your travels in Croatia. You made me feel as if I was right there with you. The "family meal night" made me truly emotional, what amazing hosts! Thank you again! ❤

[@bassdmin7436]

Thank you again for a wonderful video. The people and food were beautiful. I drooled over that lamb you had. Omg!

[@earthflash]

So fun --- to see YOU have so much fun. Your joy is contagious!

[@foodiekr3820]

Beautiful sharing 😍😍😍😍😍 Always enjoy your videos ♥️😍😍♥️😍♥️😍♥️ Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@mrsodiaries1198]

Wow! Beautiful one Gareth! Watching from PA!

[@escape2nomad688]

Great trip! Hvar was amazing and we had a great time🤩🙌🏻

[@mitchk2981]

I was there before you were born. It was still Yugoslavia and it was a hip inexpensive place. Very popular with young rich Italians coming over on private boats but otherwise much more rustic that it is now.

[@Surf4life101]

Love all of your posts!! Great job!

[@GarethLeonard]

Thank you very much, John! I truly appreciate it. 👊

[@andrewcordle2424]

The more I see your videos the more you make me really want to go there and pig out with you !!! 🐷 The food, the drinks, the sunshine and the beautiful scenery there are so enticing. Thank you so much Gareth for yet another wonderful video !!! 🙏👍😘

[@JimmyGlo630]

I just subscribed, great video Thank you for promoting Croatia 🍷

[@BH-oq7pz]

WOW. I think this is the first episode you've ever gotten me to laugh out loud...haha...I enjoyed tagging along!!..nice day!...(wish I could've also joined in on tasting the local wine! 😉😉😊😄😋🙂

[@Peenyouwass]

Hi Gareth! Your vids in Croatia recently made it onto my recommended page, and I'm super glad they did, cause I think you've really done a fantastic job showcasing the country's diversity and hospitality. It's been a joy seeing my own country through your eyes, it's easy to forget sometimes how amazing your own surroundings really are. I especially enjoyed this episode because of the family that invited you over for dinner, that lady is a star! Next time you visit, I'd suggest you make your way out to Vis, it's the most remote permanently populated island, very similar to Hvar but a bit more chilled out, it is THE best. My family's from there but, to quote the lady from the video "I'm not biased, really I'm not" :) Looking forward to the next video, cheers from Split!

[@robertferwagner3051]

I hope Gareth will not make a video about the Island of Vis, because Vis has to stay how it is now. And now for me it is Paradise. At this moment I am on the Island of Vis!

[@bleiburg101]

What diversity?

[@Peenyouwass]

@@bleiburg101 have you seen this guy's other videos? he's been to zagreb, zagorje, istra (pula, rovinj and motovun), plitvice, cetina (including an abandoned airbase), knin, split, and hvar, and he's not done yet. i'd say that's a pretty solid spread right there. unless you're saying croatia just isn't diverse, in which case.. what

[@Peenyouwass]

@@robertferwagner3051 very glad you're enjoying it! this is the prefect time of year to be there, I'm honestly super jealous because work is keeping me Split-bound. say hi to the island for me

[@mkralj60]

that's what came to my mind, like wow, we grew up with all of it and got used to it taking it for granted, but the feeling is so familiar, you're invited to friend's house for dinner, they make peka, you all get a little bit drunk until it's ready to eat and you're so relaxed and having a great time 😊

[@justinbuchanan7882]

Thank you for all of your videos! I love them!

[@GarethLeonard]

Thanks for following along Justin, I appreciate it 👊

[@DavidandSarah]

wow that is one breathtaking island!

[@powderskier5547]

If you have never been, you must, no matter what part, it will tick every box

[@riobabic8960]

You are very talented at putting your videos together Gareth ! You should be an Oscar winner !

[@androidpest]

Very cool amazing country great video mate !

[@KimAswani]

Thank you for your video. It more than enough to plan my next trip to Croatia. Heading there soon. 😆

[@supermomHKVlog]

Amazing place❤❤❤

[@JulianaOliveira-tk3xp]

Great video.. me and my husband are planning to spend a few day in Hvar.. Your video helped us to decide! Thanks!

[@brandonmoore2237]

Hvar looks amazing, man! A little too rich for my blood, but the fancy seafood meal you had does look phenomenal, as does the lamb dish you had later in the video! Lol glad to know I'm not the only one who always ruins white T-shirts when I eat! 🤣

[@SuWoopSparrow]

Yes she wasnt exaggerating - Croatian lamb is the best in the world.

[@peterabbott5929]

THE BEST. Thank you.

[@livezurichlovekarin7089]

Garrett such a wonderful video about your day on Hvar. Very funny for us: at the end, when you walked back from the evening with Doris and Branco the vid ends almost exactly in front of our family sommer home!! Most likely we sat on the terrasse the moment you and your friends walked by 😂. If you ever come to Zürich in Switzerland you have to come and visit us: we will cook Swiss traditional food for you 😀😀 Would be great!

[@jesperd6466]

Ive come to this Island for the past ten years, it isnt that expensive if youre looking outside of the town Hvar… i can defintely recommend Jelsa - beautiful little town and beautiful bays

[@BobbyJ-cl5gr]

Trip planned with my brother and his family next summer.. Experience some of my Croatian heritage . Looks like I should start saving my pennies lol 🌴🍹😎

[@elchicosimpson]

I'm learning english whit your videos and there are great. You should take those grandparents along for all your trips. Saludos desde Argentina

[@Photostoryhr]

Nice video. BTW 80kn is about $11 not $20

[@brentpeddy4223]

This is absolutely my favorite travel channel! Garreth I think it would be great if you could start incorporating maps into your presentation so we can get full comprehension. Cheers!

[@GarethLeonard]

Thank you so much Brent, I truly appreciate the message. 🙏

[@brentpeddy4223]

@@GarethLeonard Not sure if you follow Johnny Harris channel where he does lots of history. He's got the best maps! He also collaborates a lot with Yes Theory

[@Kivas_Fajo]

Yep, the Adriatic sea is crystal clear...

[@Kivas_Fajo]

@@Gareth_Leonard That is illegal in my country. Get it off...

[@AlbinSahovic]

Greetings from ZAGREB Bros. Really Nice video

[@ButterflyVan]

Gareth you get to have some of the most fun!

[@GarethLeonard]

I am very fortunate, and have a great group of people around me on this trip!! 😀

[@ButterflyVan]

@@GarethLeonard you sure do !

[@nazasefer8047]

Divni ljudi u predivnoj zemlji jedva cekam august al ovaj put u Dalmaciji pŕoslu sam godinu bila na Hvaru nezaboravno i predivno iskustvo ❤

[@robertferwagner3051]

Very nice video and a very good channel.

[@GarethLeonard]

Thank you, Robert! 🙏

[@VlogGoals]

Hi superb video, stay connected!👍

[@GarethLeonard]

Cheers!

[@zalegalizaciju434]

I travel alot lately,just came back from South America...but home is home..there's nothing like summer chill in Croatia...❤

[@dawncharles8209]

Wow, there is beautiful

[@GarethLeonard]

It truly is, Dawn!

[@User03212]

HVAR, it's a nice place but it's a little crowded is it? That food looks yummy!❤️

[@kgblossom]

I fully enjoyed your trip with you. You truly enjoy your work. You I'm a bit jealous but very happy for you.

[@zucko2509]

Verry nice video, you present our country better then we do 🤟🤟🇭🇷❤️

[@GarethLeonard]

I appreciate the kind words, Toni! It was such a beautiful experience exploring this country!!

[@MarL1p]

10:50 Gareth: I'll start with that overpriced small shrimps carpaccio Croatian guy: I'll have bacon and potato (or "give me some real food" ) :D

[@GarethLeonard]

Haha, I love the honesty! The potatoes were so good! 😂

[@MickAngelhere]

Don’t worry, one day you will be a very rich KZbinr and methinks that you will be the same fair dinkum bloke travelling the world. That Island sure looks like the place to be and that meal you had of slow cooked lamb looked real delicious, you did get into the wine 😂brilliant video mate👍👍👍👍

[@matthewosama5606]

I go to Iraq, a beautiful and wonderful country and its people are very friendly

[@siiNke]

Island Krk is pretty nice as well.

[@jenniferschauer5759]

I’ll be in Croatia next week. How do I get to spend a day with that family in hvar? That brick oven is amazing. I want to be their family.

[@ot0m0t0]

I allways advise my foreign friends to get a local friend, or a connection to an inner circle in Croatia. It is a gateway to a behind the tourist trap kind of thing and truly amazing. It shoul not be too difficult, could be your host or a neighbour even a taxi driver. I talked to a Danish guy on a plane that bought a house in dalmatia just cos he liked the neighbour so much, they still get druk every chance he is in. One time a taxi driver sent me to the best konoba (restaurant) ever. Talk to everyone honestly and Im sure you will be fine.

[@markodomic3934]

Nice video. But name of islands is not Pakleni otoci (Hell islands) - it is Paklinski otoci (type of resin). And price of raxi boat - 80 kunas is not 20 usd, it is more like 11 usd . Just for correct info for viewers:)

[@salmansalmani1011]

Very beatufull Place.

[@jmg7467]

This is one excellent post, very impressive. There are so many beaches that aren’t full, and restaurants with better food than that fancy place and more than affordable and and and…. But I’m not going to tell you where they are because I’m not ready to share. Ljepa naśa

[@MrBazon]

7:50 yes! we rented a yacht there this summer with princess charter yachts, was unbelivable

[@PinkZmaj]

Hello from beautiful 🇭🇷 did you visit island Krk 🇭🇷 and our beautiful Istria 🇭🇷

[@cmcg1190]

The government of Croatia owes you big-time for such great advertising.

[@annharold5822]

What a lovely video 😂

[@nadajekic6872]

PLEASE DO NOT FEEL OUT OF A PLACE, ALL THAT IS ONLY MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING ! WHOLE ADRIATIC COAST IS BEAUTIFUL, WELCOMING FOR EVERYONE.

[@Kivas_Fajo]

Pro Tip: It is not Havar, it is Hvar. I know, it is almost impossible. But, ...but I am very impressed by you uttering Mljet. Sounds legit to me and I am from Ston.

[@That_Bender]

I'm goin! Not sure when, but I'M GOING!!!

[@kmiklec]

This guy is very funny good vibe

[@VillasHvar]

Gareth we love you.

[@shirleyski6147]

Your very blessed to do this!!! Great Gods world!!!!

[@mikewatson5281]

You have to take me along on your next trip

[@GarethLeonard]

Haha, maybe one day I'll run a group trip here!

[@kucnimajstor2901]

Wow ..

[@paulorobertosouzalima6057]

Olá quando vc vai visitar o Brasil de novo? estava assistindo um vídeo seu em Florianópolis já se passaram 8 anos; está na hora de retornar não?

[@lucihenson8505]

great video - what was the name of the place you stayed in HVAR?

[@harijurada6058]

You have 1000 others, less expensive, islands in Croatia; Žirje, Prvić, Susak, Komiža, Šolta, Premuda, Ist, Dugi otok, Murter, etc, etc . . . .

[@harijurada6058]

Thank you. I leave the award to you and I hope that you will use it for business communication lessons and general communication culture lessons.

[@InternetTimeCapsule]

This is literally the exact air bnb me and my friend stayed in on our visit. We ate the oranges from that tree in front of the apartment

[@InternetTimeCapsule]

I wish I could post pictures in the comments of the Airbnb

[@sempei58]

what was the name of the apartment please

[@benceszabo6548]

We were there between the 6th and 12th of september this year. if you guys were there at the same time there's a chance we could have seen you :D

[@joanna77775]

I grew up in Croatia, spent summers in different parts of the country, loved island of Hvar but Pula-Istria is way nicer!😁😊

[@sempei58]

what was the name of the accommodation you stayed at when you arrived

[@ffolgosi]

I'm going to Croatia this summer and have time for only one island. Which one would you recommend?

[@stargazer5073]

please go to ALBANIA, next!!!

[@mkralj60]

yeah I've heard so much about the beautiful beaches and the nature but have not seen any traveling videos from Albania

[@GarethLeonard]

Albania is VERY VERY high on my travel list! Hopefully soon!!

[@mengili]

Bajadera ❤️❤️

[@elizabethwilk9615]

Garett you are perfect for the Dalmatian coast. You must have some Mediterranean genes.

[@alexsem9824]

i would spend with you the rest of my life! you are so nice!!!

[@GarethLeonard]

Haha, thank you Alex. 🙏

[@ticklemetricia8306]

I love your videos. The woman are so beautiful in Croatia. my dream is to go to Europe someday.

[@flokbetta7428]

Come travel to Bali Indonesia 👍

[@abbeyhopejordan]

"I'll spot you, like a gymnast" as a former gymnast this made me lmao.

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

My ancestors are from here blessings 🫒🌴

[@d.jslove450]

I love Garreth Leonard 💓💓💓