Peter and Ana are perfect hosts for their family run villa located in a gorgeous bay not far from the main town of Hvar. So one can retreat from the hustle and bustle of the ferry port where you arrive, but still have it accessible via short taxi. Be sure to take advantage of their relationship with a particular taxi operator, who charges far less money than the much pricier generic taxis located by the market and bus terminal. Bring plenty of kunas, because they do not accept credit cards for the personalized lunches and dinners they craft and provide. So, visit an ATM machine at a bank in Hvar port before going to the Hvar Villa. The Villa and its exquisite bay are so serene, restful, and beautiful you may not want to go back to the Hvar port often. You need to tell Peter or Ana in advance if you want them to prepare you lunch or dinner. At dinner they have a nice display where one can select which fish or beef piece you want them to grill over fire-flamed barbecue. They tend to have more fish selections so if you desire beef a particular night arrive early for the 7:00 pm sitting. Pay the money to get a bay/ocean view room; it is worth every penny. They have several alternative waterfront alcoves where you can sunbathe but also receive some sun protection. Be sure to borrow one of the oneman or two-person kayaks to paddle around their idyllic bay. Thank you again Peter and Ana from your California visitors and friends! We have travelled for 6 weeks in Western to Eastern Europe during April-May 2019 and this was the only gem where there was SUN! Yea, Hvar and Villa Jagodna! It probably is safer weather wise to travel to Hvar in prime June-August, but of course there will be more tourists to compete with.

William L