Wonderful! Improvement must be considered for highly excessive noise level in dining room. Requires acoustical treatment. Disappointing that meals were not served on outside tables! Missing towel bars or hooks to dry swimwear in rooms. Consider reducing swimming frequency for additional dock time at additional locations such as Havar & Split. All staff were very helpful, considerate and friendly!! Beautiful Ship!!!

- Anonymous, 07/10/2026 09:43, Travelled in a Couple

My husband and I loved the yacht and visiting the different locations along the coast. Every location was a little bit different, but all were beautiful. The common areas of the boat were never crowded and the daily swim stops were great. The cabin was spacious enough and remarkably quiet (lower deck). Our representative, Vicko, was so informative and humorous with his daily breifings of our itinerary, some history, and cultural tips. The wait staff/bartenders were so helpful and attentive. While generally, the food was good, I was a bit disappointed in their "accommodation" for our dietary needs. I told the booking agent before we booked about our dietary needs and she assured me it would be no problem. We verified this again shortly before the trip. We felt like our request was not fully conveyed to the chef and people supplying provisions on the boat, so it seemed like our alternative meals were kind of afterthoughts. The food did not measure up to the price of the trip.

- Anonymous, 02/10/2026 10:24, Travelled in a Couple

This was a beautiful cruise with wonderful swim stops and interesting ports every day. The breakfasts and lunches were very good. Staff were very friendly and helpful, and the boat was kept very clean. There is not a lot of storage in the cabin, given the underbed area is taken up with life jackets. But after a day we had our storage needs figured out. They supply only basic bath amenities so bring your own, including washcloths. The shower was very weak and marginally warm a couple of days, other days it was cool. There were don't enough lines or hooks to hang wet swimwear to dry. The boat is not metal so bringing magnetic hooks doesn't help. This is only one of the very few ways to get to these small island ports. It's well worth the minor foibles on the boat.

- Anonymous, 29/09/2026 07:55, Travelled in a Couple

The holiday was lovely. I really liked the Esperanza boat, very warm and welcoming with friendly staff. The swim every morning was a highlight, the top deck for sunbathing and visiting the different islands each day. We meet a bunch of great people whom we got on really well with which added to the overall experience. The food was mainly good, but thought the tipping expectation was extreme.

- Anonymous, 22/09/2026 19:15, Travelled in a Couple

Well organised, comfy cabin, tasty food. Tour manager Anita was personable and a great communicator. The dining room, although smart and stylish, was not good to eat in. It was very noisy and felt claustrophobic. It was disappointing we could not eat outside. Breakfast was okay, but there was limited choice and the food quality not good. Often the fruit ran out. Coffee not good either. Excursions were terrific with a wide choice. The gratuity advice was incredible. 600 euros per cabin ! Nearly everyone was astonished that we were expected to give that much.

- Anonymous, 22/09/2026 15:51, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing. Loved all the ports we visited. The ship was beautiful and well maintained. The staff were extremely helpful and nothing was too much bother. The food was good. About what l expected for what we paid. A couple of things. Food was good. Always fresh but l thought at lunch they should have had another option on the set menu. A few people don’t eat seafood but there was no other option. You would only get different menu if you had an allergy.. TVs in room don’t work. ? Why are they there? Overall l enjoyed the cruises. I would recommend Sail Croatian friends and family.

- Anonymous, 22/09/2026 12:33, Travelled in a Couple

Enjoyed the holiday. Good was poor cleaning the cabin was very basic i.e. had no hand soap all week.

- Anonymous, 22/09/2026 09:02, Travelled in a Couple

The trip was very good. The staff was great. I enjoyed the tour. Food was solid, but not phenomenal. I enjoyed the island visits but disappointed to miss Vis (understand that was weather related). I wish we had more opportunities to visit towns earlier in day. I'd rate this probably higher overall, about 4.25.

- Anonymous, 20/09/2026 17:06, Travelled in a Couple

Was a great time on the Queen Jelena -- Vedrun our tour manager was lovely and super informative. Ship was elegant and rooms were a good size, Food was overall very good onboard. A great way to relax and see Croatia without the trouble of moving hotels. Would be good if the ship left the coffee machine on all day. Also, Sail Croatia should include a few drinks per meal as part of the package. But definitely worth it -- an amazing vacation!

- Anonymous, 16/09/2026 19:21, Travelled in a Couple

Our week was good. Everyone was professional and attentive. The food was very healthy and good. The swim spots were good. The island stops were good. Our only disappointment was a change in the schedule resulting in our last port stop before Dubrovnik being boring and the food options mediocre.

- Anonymous, 04/09/2026 19:36, Travelled in a Couple

Dino was a very good tour leader, esp. nominating specific restaurants to eat evening meals at on each island we frequented. The crew were attentive, the cabin cleaning staff were top notch. Swim stops were great. Food was good but there seemed to be an extensive use of puréed vegetables! Music played non stop inside the boat even if no one was there? Still, a good experience.

- Anonymous, 28/07/2026 16:25, Travelled in a Couple

The food needs to improve.

- Anonymous, 28/07/2026 05:00, Travelled in a Couple

Sailed on the Katarina Great Captain and crew Recommended

- Tony, 19/06/2026 09:25, Travelled in a Couple

It was very fair, the weather was excellent and the staff on the ship were very good. Friendly, helpful and provide excellent service. The food on board were excellent and both the chef and his helper did an exception job. Considering with a small kitchen and serve 29 people daily. Your manager did a excellent job. The biggest issues is the itinerary. Way too much idle time. I am a veteran of river cruises and this is certainly no comparison to those programs. May I suggest that perhaps add some more activities to each island that we visited. Alternate lunch and dinner on board. On the final stop, Dubrovnik, sail pass with the view of the old town must be added. For the life of me, I can't believe we didn't do it. Instead we had a swim just outside for an hour just to wait for docking, is the fuel that expensive?

- Anonymous, 17/06/2026 12:37, Travelled in a Couple

Our holiday was very relaxing. Dino was 5 stars and so were the rest of the crew. Great way to see the islands. The only reason we rated 4stars instead of 5 is because we would have preferred not to be served a full 3 course meal at lunch. A buffet would have been better. Save the big meal for when we were in the towns. As it was we ate two dinner type meals a day until we decided to just not eat lunch on the ship.

- Anonymous, 27/05/2026 17:06, Travelled in a Couple

Interesting ports of call, good food and wine, good value for money, a beautiful country.

- Jo, 12/05/2026 10:47, Travelled in a Couple

Many great highlights - fabulous country and facilities Suggestions When arriving at Dubrovnik- do a full on water up and down around old town before we dock Lunches are great but heavy 3 course meal for lunch prefer lighter salad etc Service was great , host very knowledgeable Great boat

- Deborah, 12/05/2026 08:32, Travelled in a Couple

The staff were very friendly and accommodating The food was adequate but could have been somewhat better..Enjoyed my time in the Dalmatian islands

- Anonymous, 14/10/2025 14:19, Travelled in a Couple

We enjoyed our travel of the Croatian islands with Sail Croatia. Ioana made the experience great ! She has given reliable information and realistic expectations of the activities every day. We made so many friends which added value to the experience itself! Food is great ! The cabin was spacious and clean. If anything, I would recommend all inclusive sailing, maybe offering 1 or 2 options of activities for the passengers to choose from . Thank you for this experience! Best, Arlyn and Thomas

- Arlyn , 14/10/2025 13:56, Travelled in a Couple

- Douglas, 12/10/2025 03:54, Travelled Solo

Katerina is owned and crewed by the family. This is a 5 star rating. Ship is spotless and crew are the best. Owner and crew (mostly family and cousins) are so attentive to every detail. Meals: adequate and enjoyable but not outstanding. Captains' dinner was very good. Activities: not memorable. Walking tour in Dubrovnik was boring. Ship provided dinner was not impressive. Should have stayed in port and gone to local restaurant Ioana our tour director was 5 stars' She had to deal with a lot of shifting itinerary and was a truly shing star for the passengers. Overall was a nice experience. Met a lot of good people and that was a big plus; Croatia is very expensive on the street Plan to spend some BIG $$ in local establishments. Overall, a check on our bucket list. Nice but would not do again

- John, 10/10/2025 00:28, Travelled in a Couple

We sailed on the Queen Jelena (Split North itinerary). Beautiful boat, really good crew. The food onboard was just OK, often just warm rather than hot. A 3 course lunch is not what most people have day to day at home and the thoughts from fellow passengers were thst this was a bit rigid and maybe a buffet style lighter lunch would be better as it felt you had breakfast and a couple of hours later a large lunch making you lethargic. Trips were ok, village dinner was good, buggy trip was good but not best value. More time needed in Dubrovnik as it beautiful, I would skip the walking tour (pointless) and enjoy more time exploring yourself. All stops on this itinerary were beautiful. One last point; the daily briefing should be carried out using the TV in the saloon as shown on the website content so you can actually get a visual idea of your day ahead. The WhatsApp group is useful when it's set up. Overall a good experience, 7.5/ 10

- Paul , 07/10/2025 05:49, Travelled in a Couple

We enjoyed the crew and getting to know the passengers. . The food was inconsistent, not always stellar . Much of it dry and cold, the coffee was instant, and we had to pay extra for real coffee. The islands themselves very scenic, the ship was clean, and the crew were amazing. We would do a smaller cruise but upgrade to a fancier ship with better food. Otherwise, great memories were made.

- Susie, 02/10/2025 20:08, Travelled in a Couple

Everything about our Croatia Elegance cruise on the Katarina was outstanding, with the exception of the meals, which often weren’t to our liking. But would do it all over again in a heartbeat!

- Kathrin, 30/09/2025 00:38, Travelled in a Couple

Great ship and crew.

- Peter, 23/09/2025 19:14, Travelled in a Couple

This cruise was a great experience. The staff was incredibly attentive, the food was delicious and plenty of . It .The destinations were wonderful and the swim spots were calm., clean and secluded. The cabin was a little small and the bed a bit uncomfortable. I recommend it for anyone looking for a fuss free, intimate way to see the islands of Croatia..

- Mary-Louise , 23/09/2025 03:15, Travelled in a Couple

The crew

- Kevin, 16/09/2025 17:22, Travelled in a Couple

Comfortable cabin. Tasty food. My food preferences were accommodated. Nice tours were organised. Tour operator was pleasant and accommodating. Standard of wine was good.

- Denise , 16/09/2025 15:39, Travelled Solo

We were on the Esperanza which is an excellent facility. The food and service were outstanding. I think every port stop should include a walking tour. I think it would be good to have the boat docked while we are at lunch so you could walk off immediately after lunch. Our cruise director Mia worked very hard to keep everything organized. Unfortunately she is difficult to understand as her speech is very rapid fire. The guests got to know each and all were friendly. Lovely overall experience!

- Scott, 10/09/2025 06:47, Travelled in a Couple

Lovely boat, comfy bed and cabin. Very relaxing on board and nice stops along the Split North route. SC rep was excellent as was service on board. Food was a bit hit and miss but Croatia not renowned for its cuisine. Warmed plates would help

- Nigel, 09/09/2025 14:06, Travelled in a Couple

Sailing on the Olimp with Sail Croatia was, overall, a very good experience. The boat itself was fantastic, and the crew were excellent. However, a couple of things did take the shine off the trip. Firstly, in the cabins there’s a constant whirring from the extractor fans throughout the night. The air-conditioning is fine, but these bathroom fans never switch off. We asked for them to be turned off, which they kindly did on the first night, but for the rest of the week we had to put up with the noise—such a shame. Secondly, breakfast was always served in the dining area, which is air-conditioned, but with all the doors kept closed the sound of 30 people chatting becomes deafening. It seems such a missed opportunity not to let guests spread out onto the aft deck, where there’s fresh air and space for the noise to dissipate.

- Andrew, 09/09/2025 08:10, Travelled in a Couple

our guide, Vedran, combined with the absolutely lovely ship Queen Jelena and it's expert captain/owner (Gordan? sorry), combined for a wonderful experience. Exploring the Dalmatian Coast this way was amazing and everything we hoped it would it be, and was so much more. Vedran informed, educated, coddled and tolerated all of us crazy tourists with grace, humor, and bottomless patience. The captain found us the most beautiful swimming spots each day, and navigated through the islands so smoothly, especially during the few rough waters we had. The boat is absolutely beautiful, comfortable, and relatively brand new (2018)! My only quibbles would be with the kitchen. The Captain's dinner was one of the best meals we had in our 2 weeks in Croatia (and probably the most fun!), and all the lunches were lovely (though the chef could have used a lighter touch with the tuna steaks and racks of lamb to better represent his skills). We just wish the breakfast window was longer and less rigid.

- Peter S, 06/09/2025 12:12, Travelled in a Couple

The boat (Queen Jelena), the intinerary from Dubrovnik to Split, the regular swim stops and the food, was all outstanding. However, I also did not feel like I needed a full 3-course sit-down meal in the middle of the day EVERY day. Our tour leader was informative, helpful and lovely. Perhaps the only disappointment was that the boat was half full (in July??) with 12 other passengers : 3 couples and the rest retired single and/or divorced women in their 70s. (I still work and was holidaying solo for a break and some fun). By the 4th night I was feeling trapped in the slow lane and trying to avoid the "horrible ex-husband" stories.. That said, I do recommend Sail Croatia, and I understand you cannot control who books a tour at the same time as you. However I found the Elegance cruise to be better suited to travellers seeking a slower pace.

- Anonymous, 19/08/2025 14:30, Travelled Solo

The ship was immaculately fitted out, crew were friendly, helpful and courteous. Food was substantial and generally good standard. But not gourmet as photography on brochures suggested. The islands were interesting and great to explore, however, a couple had very little to keep us occupied and exploring( notably Brac). Sail Croatia events coordinator was always helpful and available to help and plan for each stopover.. We felt that more entertainment in evenings even one more early on in cruise would have brought guests and crew together . The evening dinner on one of the islands was extremely disappointing, both for location and the meal itself.

- Peter, 29/07/2025 15:00, Travelled in a Couple

The weather was very good, the boat was very clean, the Captain & crew were hard-working, friendly, helpful and professional. And our fellow passengers were great. The variety of tours on offer was good. We would have liked one night at anchor in a sheltered bay. And we would have preferred longer breakfast time from, say, 8am to 10am. The bed in our cabin wasn’t very comfortable, too hard a mattress for us. However all-in-all we had a great trip and we would recommend it to others.

- Michele, 22/07/2025 12:47, Travelled in a Couple

The boat, the crew, the swim stops and overnight stops and excursions made this a trip to remember. The only down side that let the cruise down and the reason we didnt give it 5 stars was the food was not what we had hoped. There were good days like the first day and the Captains Dinner but sadly some of the lunches were not of the standard we would expect from a cruise at this price point. Most days the protein offered was well overcooked and given their were only 14 passengers this was disappointing

- Karen, 22/07/2025 02:15, Travelled in a Couple

It would;ve been nice to be able to dine outside on the Olimp, have the outside bar open at least for beer and a cocktail of the day. The Jacuzzi wasn't working.

- Rich, 16/07/2025 15:45, Travelled in a Couple

Romantic Star Cruise (June 21-29, 2025) Pros: -Ship was new and clean. -Swim stops were perfect. Cons: -Staff, except guide, looked unhappy (no smile). -Cleaning day didn't do a good job cleaning. Towel were not changed in the 7 days' stay. -Food was OK, not interesting. -Coffee and juices were charged if consumed outside the 1 hour for a meal time - outrageously cheap!! -Captain's dinner (lame) and dinner in town were had in Hvar, so we didn't get to eat out in beautiful Hvar. They should have been held in Dubrovnic (where we stayed 2 nights) and Planikovak (which didn't have good restaurants).

- Eunjae, 02/07/2025 16:15, Travelled in a Couple

I wish we could visit the ports in the morning instead of being on the boat. The weather was so hot we just didn't want to go out exploring the port until 7PM. Food and crew on the boat were excellent, as well as our Sail Croatia rep really trying to make the afternoon excursions work smoothly.

- Matthew, 17/06/2025 22:08, Travelled in a Couple

The boat was comfortable, the food beautifully prepared the shore stops were very interesting and we had a very organised cruise director. We were lucky to only have a small group of 18 on a boat that caters for 36.. The spoilers were the boat crew did their job efficiently but nothing more. There was never a smile or any other pleasantries. Only Dragon ever engaged with anyone. It often felt awkward. It was the first time we have encountered this on our many cruises. Also, it was pretty savings to only have coffee available from 7.30am and only instant coffee available for free at morning tea. If we wanted an express it cost €5 which is exploitation when on sure we had many coffees for less than half that price.

- Dina , 17/06/2025 08:14, Travelled in a Couple

Great service

- Anonymous, 28/05/2025 10:32, Travelled in a Couple

Our tour director Klara was exceptionally helpful & organized. The Olimp captain & crew were fantastic & very friendly. Thank you for showing off your beautiful country Croatia! Brock & Anna

- Anna, 27/05/2025 07:16, Travelled in a Couple

We enjoyed having a relatively small group of fellow travellers being 36 in total from Australia, Canada, South Africa, UK and USA. Our cabin was comfortable although the quality in pillows and towels was poor. The chef and catering staff did a magnificent job with meal preparation it’s was always delicious The dining saloon however was very noisy during meal times and made conversation difficult The islands/towns visited all had something different to enjoy and we soon chose our favourites. The staff were all friendly and courteous and the boat comfortable and in good condition .We were disappointed that smoking was allowed in the inside deck area which was enclosed with plastic coverings. and attached to the dining saloon. This was especially unpleasant and meant many of us could not utilise this area. This issue was reported to the staff however we felt the resolution unsatisfactory. Regardless of these issues we did enjoy the experience and had a lot of laughs.

- Anonymous, 20/05/2025 16:42, Travelled in a Couple

Overall, a very good experience. We both enjoyed our week on the Olimp, it is a beautiful ship. Our rep was amazing, he worked hard to ensure we had a good week. The food , especially lunch, was beyond exceptional. Breakfast wasn't bad but I expected some good fresh fruit options instead of canned peaches and unripe pineapple every morning. Included in the cruise price we had two really excellent wine tastings and two that were average. Having said that, we would still recommend cruising with Sail Croatia. The team really went above and beyond

- Shelley, 13/05/2025 17:17, Travelled in a Couple

Karolina and the Crew Only down side was the Hot Breakfast was always cold and disappointed the Captain only sat on one table and did not move to each table after each course.

- Greg, 13/05/2025 07:42, Travelled in a Couple

The cruise had a nice relaxing pace but there was still lots to enjoy The food was great. Vicko was very helpful and entertaining.

- Glenn, 13/05/2025 05:59, Travelled in a Couple

Please see detailed feedback in an email to Monica but some improvements could be made

- Anonymous, 09/05/2025 16:35, Travelled in a Couple

Tour guide Mia was wonderful. Very attentive to the group and great communication. Wine tour sail trip was incredible. Great side trips on each oof the islands.

- Clifford, 29/04/2025 17:57, Travelled in a Couple

- Anonymous, 02/11/2024 23:01, Travelled in a Couple

Our cruise was very relaxing with the right balance of activities and interaction with other guests. We really loved the swim stops each day and the meals were of premium quality and presentation. There was plenty of space on the boat, Esperanza, to feel like you could have some privacy and then interact when we wanted to. We would recommend the cruise and we had a great time., the crew was very helpful and friendly.

- Fiona, 26/10/2024 02:01, Travelled in a Couple

Great crew all round. Extremely professional and courteous. Very high standards of comfort and cleanliness. Very professional Tour guide , perfect touch and interaction with all passengers. Only complaint is breakfast is too early to close at 9.00am, also it was a direct shut down at that time. Even at 9.o5 am the coffee and tea was closed, leaving the only option was to purchase. Tea and coffee. That station should be available all day subject to cruising condition.

- Graham, 08/10/2024 09:07, Travelled in a Couple

The lovely people we met on our boat. Wonderful staff looked after us. The ports were great.

- Susan, 27/09/2024 00:59, Travelled in a Couple

We had a great group of passengers that made it a really inclusive, friendly and fun first cruise.

- Paddy, 26/09/2024 14:17, Travelled in a Couple

Mia our boat coordinator made sure we had the best experience. Very relaxing way to cruise around the islands.

- Rachel , 24/09/2024 06:56, Travelled in a Couple

We reserved a few years ago but then the COVID Pandemic landed. We had to cancel and Sail Croatia were so great to deal with. A full refund no hassle. We rebooked six months ago and just returned home. We were on the ESperanza Dubrovnik return. Boarding was easy. We met with Mia the cruise director. Such a lovely warm kind person. She was so organised . We got great information and recommendations where to go when ashore. The food was very good . Anna and Antonio were our servers and bar tenders. Nothing was too much trouble to them. The weather was not the best but the captain and the sailors had to rearrange the itinerary to avoid the rough seas at times. We felt safe at all times and managed swim stops in secluded bays every day. Overall we loved it. We made new friends who we will keep in contact with. Two small areas that could improve. The hairdryer in the room wasn't great so I'm told. Also the ladders for getting back onboard after swimming need to be longer. Excellent.

- John Philip Collins , 19/09/2024 18:40, Travelled in a Couple

Great staff. Made friends with other passengers. Meals on board were great. Beautiful scenery. The boat was expertly steered through storms. Not so good - tour of Vis, Verdan sold it to us as a scenic tour. I didn't expect most of it to be going through military bunkers. I wanted to see the island, not the inside of some old military thing. Dinner at Korcula was not good or tour of Korcula - that woman was painful in her terrible attempts to be humorous.

- Judith, 17/09/2024 18:06, Travelled in a Couple

Captain very good at choosing swim locations and avoiding some inclement weather. Food/drinks/service & guides all good and great choice of ports of call. Engines noisy with downstairs cabins at back of boat.

- Anonymous, 17/09/2024 07:55, Travelled in a Couple

Well it wasn’t Great, the crew were bored

- Brian, 03/09/2024 06:56, Travelled in a Couple

Great people, amazing places and relaxed pace. Accommodating of dietary requirements. Need better beds and pillows. Noisy airconditioner and noise from boats alongside at night.

- Anonymous, 14/08/2024 09:57, Travelled in a Couple

Wonderful crew and an amazing Sail Croatia representative ( Barbara 😊) The boat (Esperanza) was beautiful, and perfectly maintained. The food was delicious. The drinks were fairly priced. My husband and I celebrated our 40th anniversary . It was a trip of a lifetime. All and all the itinerary was good. I would skip Mijet. There was not enough to do on the island.

- Jean, 06/08/2024 16:11, Travelled in a Couple

Our tour/customer representative, Barbra, was great. The islands were good with a couple of things. We didn't get to explore Vis much since we stayed korcula.. Korcula was great. We stayed in Mijet which was not worth the stop. As for the food. Breakfast was good but could have had more options instead of eggs. Lunch was over the top each day. The food was good. The night before and the day of decorating, we felt rushed off the boat. We had to be off by 9am. Jacuzzi was emptied the night before and could not be used. Did not understand why decorating time could not have been around 11.. The staff was great and the swim stops we a pleasure.

- Steve, 06/08/2024 15:56, Travelled in a Couple

Sail: beautiful Islands. Cove swimming 5 of 7 days were spectacular. Last 2 days large open water. Perfect if you prefer that environment Food: breakfasts were substantial and full of choice. Well done. Lunches offered no choice so difficult to please everyone Room: plenty of wing room on above deck room. Clean sheets and towels were offered after 4 days.

- Anonymous, 06/08/2024 06:12, Travelled in a Couple

On arrival we were greeted by Ioana who welcomed us in a very professional and courteous manner. The ship Olimp was amazing. Very modern and clean. The crew were equally professional and a special mention must go to our housekeeper. She was the BEST. Our cabin was always cleaned with fresh towels which made our experience even more enjoyable knowing that everything was clean. Ioana who was in charge of cruise went over and above to ensure everything was perfect for all the guests on board. She was a true professional and I cannot thank her enough for making our cruise so very special and memorable. Thank you!

- Nigel Fawkes , 23/07/2024 11:01, Travelled in a Couple

The places we visit the people we met and the crew were exceptional.

- Sandra, 23/07/2024 10:58, Travelled in a Couple

Great cruise, great places and islands visited. More customer service focus required with drinks service available on deck (not just order at bar) and free tea and coffee all day. Some water sport equipment ie paddle boards masks & snorkels would have been great.

- Veronica , 11/07/2024 04:31, Travelled in a Couple

Location location

- Joanne, 09/07/2024 11:55, Travelled in a Couple

My wife and I had a wonderful experience sailing on Olimp. Beautiful vessel with everything being first class. Couple of minor things they could improve the experience with but overall wonderful. Excellent food, beautiful clean cabins, excellent staff/crew and stopped in fantastic swimming locations.

- Geoff, 09/07/2024 05:03, Travelled in a Couple

But the cabin was too close to the engine

- Maria, 20/06/2024 16:04, Travelled in a Couple

The ship is lovely and the meals were great. It would have been better if we could have spent more time in port. We could have done without the stop in Vela Luka since there was nothing there. We thought the tour manager could have provided more timely updates on what to do in each port and spent more time with the group rather than just dropping us off and leaving. We are used to tour manager being more involved that what he was.

- Anonymous, 14/06/2024 19:04, Travelled in a Couple

- Barry , 11/06/2024 21:31, Travelled in a Couple

Good boat, nice crew, good food.

- C, 11/06/2024 09:23, Travelled in a Couple

Beautiful boat, amazing staff, delightful tour guide Mia Would highly recommended- but maybe a bit later than April- where the weather is changeable and a lot of restaurants on the islands were not open yet- none the less a trip to remember.

- Jackie, 30/04/2024 15:14, Travelled in a Couple

Meeting such fantastic crew and fantastic people on board who truly made our holiday so special . Our tourist organiser Mia was absolutely fantastic so helpful, friendly and very informative. The boat was always immaculate and the capitan was lovely and friendly too.

- Tanya , 30/04/2024 07:07, Travelled in a Couple

We loved Croatia! Sail Croatia made it easy to travel and explore each Stop. We sailed the Queen Jelena in October with beautiful weather all week. Our lower deck cabin was roomy and comfortable. Breakfast each morning were routinely average but lunches were each a unique dining experience. Our fun loving Cruise mates made our trip unforgettable ! We can’t wait to book again!

- Ginnie, 03/12/2023 21:12, Travelled in a Couple

The swimming stops for me was the Best part also the food was very good The staff was also really nice Thank you It would be nice to have afternoon coffee and tea included in the package Yours truly Antonio Bossio

- Antonio , 24/10/2023 13:06, Travelled in a Couple

Ivan our cruise director was very informative and always happy to answer any questions we had. All the staff were friendly and accommodating. A special thank you to Marija who made up our room.. The boat was very comfortable and our lunchs were very good. I especially enjoyed the desserts.

- Anonymous, 24/10/2023 05:50, Travelled in a Couple

Sail Croatia is a customer oriented company and we are glad we sailed with them. The ports we visited were fantastic. The ability to select from a number of organized tours at each port or just do your own thing was much appreciated. Croatia is a beautiful country and we felt safe and welcomed everywhere we went. However, there are a few things you should consider. You don’t get to most ports until mid afternoon each day so might have less exploration time than you anticipated. The breakfast selections were great but lunches and dinners are at set times and set menus. We loved it but be aware you get what they serve. Our lower level room was very nice, but it was only serviced a couple times in the whole week and twice we had to ask for things like toilet paper, garbage to be emptied and dry towels. Oddly enough other rooms had the same issues while others were tended to daily which was weird. No idea why the discrepancy, but the final assessment is we had fun and would do it again.

- Ian, 17/10/2023 11:34, Travelled in a Couple

Fantastic cruise on a clean efficiently managed ship.

- Paul, 17/10/2023 06:14, Travelled in a Couple

After four weeks of independent traveling through major cities, the pace of the seven day cruise was very welcome and needed. The daily routine of a generous buffet breakfast, relaxing on the deck before a swim and then a three course lunch before departing for shore for the afternoon, was very pleasant in the beautiful weather we had. The cruise offered a glimpse of the beautiful cities and islands Croatia has to offer, which I would now like to explore further. We had two evening meals and a lavish wine and cheese night on board too. Daily activities are offered at an extra cost, with some requiring minimum numbers to go ahead. Most people on our cruise were retired or nearing retirement and shared many common interests, (particularly travel) which created a great atmosphere. Staff were terrific.

- Marianne , 12/10/2023 13:41, Travelled in a Couple

Cruise was very relaxing. Only issue we had was food was not very good and way too much. There was a lot of waste

- Anonymous, 10/10/2023 14:05, Travelled in a Couple

Staff .... we're all fantastic.

- Anonymous, 10/10/2023 05:00, Travelled in a Couple

overall great cruise format. goods: excellent food - almost too much food. most meals I couldn't finish the main course. very attentive to my food allergies. crew excellent. great service team. accommodations - excellent. room was nice size with plenty of storage. shower/toilet combo was good size and always cleaned. all the stops were fantastic - whether swim stop or port stop. Our guide manager Boris was FANTASTIC. Adapted to our group vibe and adjusted tours and stop recommendations accordingly. I went from D to S --- fantastic option to maximize travel to islands. others: The only land based tour I was a little disappointed with was in Vis. The Vis military tour. We didn't do the subpens, as described. The rest of the tour was fine, but there was too much time spent herding folks to get the full tour. NOT a Sail Croatia tour, but maybe they can pick another provider.

- Dee, 26/09/2023 09:33, Travelled Solo

We loved our trip with Sail Croatia on the Olimp. Wonderful ports, beautiful swim stops, lovely food, pleasant hard working staff. However, our trip was spoilt but poor communication prior to us leaving home as we did not know that all payments once on board were to be in cash. For a cruise of this luxury status, we find this unbelievable, but prior knowledge would have enabled us to better prepared and not worry every day about what we were spending.

- Kerrie Jacobson , 26/09/2023 07:39, Travelled in a Couple

The ship was very nicely appointed. It was clean and comfortable. The cruise destinations were all very special and memorable. I really enjoyed my time with Sail Croatia. Our tour guide, Mia, was excellent. Pamela and Toemo stood out amongst the crew. They worked diligently and were very pleasant. There were a few areas of opportunity for improvement. The crew (Sailors) could have been much more friendlier. A simple smile and hello when passing guest would make a big difference. They would not even acknowledge you. The food presentation and service was very good. The food quality and taste needs a lot of improvement. The food was either very bland (no flavor) or very salty. The desserts were good, but the meals (lunches/dinner) were not. The coffee on the boat was terrible! This is such a simple offering that goes a long way. It was instant coffee and it was only offered until noon everyday. Thank you

- Steven A, 21/09/2023 14:57, Travelled in a Couple

This is a rather presumptuous title. There were many good things about the cruise but some improvements could be made. The scenery was wonderful and historic towns very interesting; food on the boat was very good; food onshore was overpriced and variable quality. Service on boat was very good. There could have been more attention to safety during swim stops eg ensuring safety rope was always in the water and life belt available at all times.. Additional to information given by tour manager, Boris. It would also be good to know about cultural events taking place onshore eg concerts, traditional events. We happened by chance to see the changing of the guard in Dubrovnik and discovered quite a few music events by chance. A disappointing welcome reception for one non-alcohol drinker who was given water in a plastic cup while everyone else was sipping Prosecco from a glass flute. I should have been offered juice, tonic, sparkling water etc not just some water in a plastic cup!

- Geraldine Cook, 12/09/2023 18:23, Travelled in a Couple

We had to cancel our initial 2020 booking due to Covid so we were lucky to get one of the last cabins on Olimp ( elegance cruise) It certainly was a wonderful way to see some of the Croatian islands in style. The regular swimming stops were a highlight as well as the amazing crew on board ! Vedran our tour manager kept us well informed and was always on hand for any support needed. Our cabin was comfortable, cool and quiet. We also had a friendly and fun group on board which made our trip even better. I would thoroughly recommend a Sail Croatia experience.

- Lucia, 12/09/2023 05:59, Travelled in a Couple

Nice boat ! Shared a cabin with a stranger and it worked out great Food on boat was hit or miss. Coffee should’ve been served with dessert Chef accommodated my gluten free status very nicely. Beautiful swim stops every day. Turquoise water !! It would have been nice if boat had paddle boards or. Kayaks but it was fun anyway My only real criticism was of 2 of the stops Mjlet only had a park to go to and nothing else Milna was a very quiet island with a very small town and just restaurants Hvar was amazing and we didn’t arrive until 4:30 pm which stunk Local village dinner very good Staff was accommodating Tour guide very friendly and informative Oh and the pillows stink too! Needed two of them!!! Overall a good deal for the price

- Alyce, 11/09/2023 21:37, Travelled Solo

The concept is great. The ports we visited were fantastic. I loved the swimming each day and we were very fortunate to have an awesome group on board. The group would mean the difference between a good time and an awesome time. We were lucky. I did find the breakfasts a little tedious with the same items served up every day with almost no variety. The cabins were clean, but the curtains need to be upgraded to block out light. Having a cabin directly under the dining room meant we could hear every chair movement after each meal with the staff cleaning the floors. Ivana the cruise director was sensational. She made the adventure fun. Aside from the few recommendations it was a fun trip,

- Anonymous, 04/09/2023 03:03, Travelled in a Couple

Spacious cabin on the lovely Queen Jelena. Great breakfast buffet every morning. Crew was nice and our other shipmates were great fun! Beautiful water to swim everyday with a new port to explore every afternoon. Definitely a trip to experience once in a lifetime. Would recommend Sail Croatia to everyone!

- Erica, 23/08/2023 07:26, Travelled in a Couple

The overall cruise was done very well of land and water. The staff couldn’t be more accommodating..

- Anonymous, 15/08/2023 11:28, Travelled in a Couple

I appreciated the staff and culinary efforts for my Elegance Cruise. My accommodations were as expected. I would have appreciated more information or recommendations for off-boat experiences throughout the cruise. It would have also been appreciated if the bar stayed open past 11pm on the Captain's Dinner evening (when we were told it would be).

- Michelle M., 10/08/2023 17:54, Travelled Solo

The Boat is immaculate and the staff superb. The swim stops and overnight mooring locations were amazing. Food was very impressive. Room was plenty large enough and finished to an extremely high standard. Everything had a luxury feel to it. The Staff were very friendly and efficient.

- Graham, 09/08/2023 13:29, Travelled in a Couple

- Tihomir, 09/08/2023 00:45, Travelled Solo

Islands and Ports visited were outstanding. Passengers were fun and cohesive.

- Steven , 08/08/2023 10:26, Travelled in a Couple

1. Staff was fabulous. 2. Cruise itinerary was fantastic. 3. People on the boat were fun. 4. Food and drinks were good.

- Erin, 02/08/2023 19:35, Travelled in a Couple

Calm sea, daily swim off back of boat, perfect passenger numbers 38 in 19 cabins, getting to see a new Croatian island every day, fantastic sea water temperature - easy to stay in water for an hour, fantastic scenery and sightseeing particularly in the older areas of Split, Dubrovnik and Korcula, visit to Blue Cave in Viz, watching/dancing at the battle of the bands (Beatles v Rolling Stones), Captain’s Dinner & live music. excellent quality of food & staff, impressive cabins with excellent shower, fantastic group of passengers of similar age

- Anthony, 25/07/2023 10:50, Travelled in a Couple

We enjoyed the cruise particularly the islands we stopped however there certainly are areas for improvement.

- Anonymous, 21/07/2023 08:54, Travelled in a Couple

The Queen Jelena was a beautiful ship. The rooms are comfortable and the common areas were lovely. Our guide, Mia, made our week extra special; she was so knowledgeable, patient, kind, helpful and funny. The places we stopped for swimming each day and overnight were beautiful. We had a fantastic time and it was sad to say goodbye at the end of the week. We had an issue with our bathroom/drainage smell, which the crew attempted to fix as soon as we advised them.

- Sarah, 11/07/2023 04:09, Travelled in a Couple

Such a stunningly beautiful journey! The swim stops made the trip! (bring your water shoes so you don't step on sea urchins when you go explore the shore, also the ship doesn't supply any water toys, so pack maybe a blow-up ring/noodle to float around on). The crew, especially our Tour Guide Stjepan (Steven), Petar and Tomo in the dining room/bar and Zrinka, the maid were FANTASTIC! Keep in mind that not all the excursions that are shown for each island are available at the time you go. We were hoping for more excursions, but still enjoyed each island! In our opinion, Queen Jelena is the most beautiful ship in the Sail Croatia fleet... Captain Gordan should be very proud! Thank you, Sail Croatia, for a trip of a lifetime!

- Mary, 02/07/2023 13:53, Travelled in a Couple

Croatia, its people and its islands. The boat, its crew and our fellow guests. Memories and friends for life

- Richard, 21/06/2023 07:01, Travelled in a Couple

A laid back experience combined with a beautiful boat and excellent service from the crew. Cabins were spacious compared to some larger cruise experiences we have had and the food was excellent. Will definitely think about another cruise with Sail Croatia.

- Gus, 20/06/2023 13:32, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing sea coastal island sceneries cruising on a luxury Yatch. Great sunrise each morning, and will remember for ever my Turkish cafe. The best daily swim in theses clear Dalmatian waters with a captain who found great quite safe water spot paradise for us. A fantastic cruise team on board on this week in particular, top front house waiters, doing their best, and always pleasant with the guests..amazing guys Great adventure expedition journey in each town well organized and explained by Slavran. Love his character, and passion for his country Croatia. About the chef, and his delivery product, a very poor results, and a no interest in what he does. The breakfast buffet were fine, and sorry but the lunch menu and food were a shame in relation to the image and the service that your company want to achieve. That would be the issue that you need to work on it. Simple fresh food with care , attention, balance of the menu, and a touch of imagination, this is what the people like.

- Dominique, 16/06/2023 12:17, Travelled in a Couple

Our guide, Stefan, was excellent and did his best to make it a great experience - even if we had some very bad weather at the beginning. The boat and the crew were fine and the service excellent. We think there could be more attention paid to safety - a clearer set of instructions what to do in case of emergency and a member of the crew on duty 24 hours per day. The food was fine but at some points they ran out of salad bar and fruit salad. There should MORE than enough of everything like that.

- Victor, 25/05/2023 05:31, Travelled in a Couple

Overall we enjoyed our time on the beautiful Queen Jelena. We unfortunately missed out on 2 of the islands due to weather and whilst we understand you can not control the weather we feel a small compensation (another dinner on the boat, free tab for the day etc) could have been offered, as the ship would have saved significant amounts of money by NOT sailing.

- Wayne, 23/05/2023 13:53, Travelled in a Couple

The staff are fantastic and go above and beyond to make the cruise a great experience. As an example, a guest suffered a family tragedy; and within minutes the staff was already coordinating arrangements for her to get to her family. Our only complaint is that they weren't able to modify the agenda to accommodate weather conditions unsuitable for swimming. We spent a lot of dead time waiting for an afternoon docking slot because the weather wasn't suitable for swimming at the selected swimming locations.

- William, 23/05/2023 12:25, Travelled in a Couple

Great cruise director who kept everyone's spirits up despite the weather. Service by rest of crew, average. Food mixed, some very good, rest average Boat very nice but mattress was hard and needs to be replaced along with pillows

- Robin, 23/05/2023 11:54, Travelled in a Couple

The comfort of the room, the very professionel and friendly, at the same time, crew, the choice of islands that we visited and excursions offered. Our Sail Croatia representative on board was excellent. She knew her country and good stories. She also listen to her clients. One thing where there will be place for improvement is for a vegetarian or pescatarian diet. We had 3 days of sauté veggies and 4 days of tuna steak. Don't take me wrong It was good but too much the same. Desserts were very good.

- Helene, 13/11/2022 17:26, Travelled in a Couple

The overall experience was very good. The crew were experienced and courteous, the cabins were spacious and clean and the destinations were fantastic.

- Walter , 29/10/2022 05:58, Travelled in a Couple

We really enjoyed the freedom to explore each location in our own time .

- Anonymous, 27/10/2022 07:16, Travelled in a Couple

Great ship, crew and guide. Good company Wonderful swim stops. Interesting history on walking tours. Don't forget ear plugs

- Soo, 21/10/2022 07:06, Travelled in a Couple

Very relaxing cruise in early October, weather was fine and sunny with little or no wind. The Boat was clean and comfortable, food was tasty and enjoyable, staff were attentive without being overbearing. Would recommend to guests looking for a relaxing short break.

- Gwyn, 18/10/2022 08:15, Travelled in a Couple

The early morning departures and late arrivals into ports made shore visits shorter than expected, and passengers were tired after being woken early mornings with engine noise. The itinerary changes due to weather etc could have been better communicated. The loud music playing in the salon all the time was completely unnecessary. Lighter lunch options would have been appreciated. The included shore tours were very good!

- Lindsey, 04/10/2022 09:02, Travelled in a Couple

1. It would be nice to have ready maps of places. I note other ships had printed maps available. 2. it would be nice to have working jacuzzi. 3. Transportation from ship to airport was horrible. One car instead of two or van for 4 people. Otherwise service was great. Good food, clean room, polite people, great locations. I do recommend this cruse to my friends

- Anonymous, 01/10/2022 20:25, Travelled in a Couple

Trip would have been perfect, except for the food. Unfortunately, most days it came out cold.

- Stephen, 30/09/2022 02:54, Travelled in a Couple

Fantastic guide called Ivan charming , gentle and funny. He loved his hometown, Split. He was organised and helpful. We also had a good cabin and ensuite. The small group of 28 people were friendly and approachable. The swimming and destinations were unique and interesting.

- Carla , 27/09/2022 11:04, Travelled in a Couple

Excellent week cruise. Boat is very clean and well cared for. Excellent staff and good food.

- Jennifer, 27/09/2022 04:42, Travelled in a Couple

The ship itself, MS Olimp, was superb...one of the best on the circuit. Captain Yuri takes immense pride in, and care of his ship, which is genuine luxury. Comfort and safety of his passengers was Yuri's number one priority. All the crew were chilled and attentive. Vedran, our Sail Croatia representative, was always 'on point' and we loved his comedic irony and dry sense of humour. 'V' was also extremely knowledgeable about his country's history. The island ports we visited were just so charming and picturesque. Milna in particular was rustic and authentic in a cosy harbour, and Korcula was just beautiful. We never knew the Croatian Islands had so much charm. If you love small ship cruises, the Elegance Cruise is just for you.

- Steve , 20/09/2022 07:24, Travelled in a Couple

- Diane, 18/09/2022 09:48, Travelled in a Couple

It was our first time on a cruise and Sail Croatia team and Ivan made it a very enjoyable and pleasurable experience. The food was absolutely great, the overall staff were very friendly and always approachable and there to assist you if needed. The itinerary for the cruise was a great selection and the cabins are of a good size and always clean too. Ivan our main host was brilliant and very proud of his country and rightly so. I would 100% recommend Sail Croatia and especially the trip we went on. We have made many lovely memories on this cruise and met some lovely people. Ivan gave great info daily about our planned days including history and local details of each of the islands visited. We also thought having a photographer come along to photo the group was a wonderful idea capturing the holiday. We have a 4 instead of a 5 star because there was a limited selection of alcoholic beverages, no nibbles and cabin decor is a little basic, however we loved our holiday and thank you xx

- Nichola, 06/09/2022 17:37, Travelled in a Couple

- Emma, 06/09/2022 07:28, Travelled in a Couple

This is a well structured sail program with good island tours and there is still time for recreation in the form of swimming off the boat. The tours are well chosen and the guides’ seem dedicated to their country The administration of the bar service with sometimes extremely rigid closing times- 11pm - on shore an early closure time - renders the service unsatisfactory I presume the extremely small amounts of bathroom amenities- soap shampoo - is intended to be a green effort. It just caused us to buy our own which constitutes “penny pinching”

- George, 16/08/2022 00:58, Travelled in a Couple

The ship was clean, with only 17 passengers the staff to passenger ratio was high. With this in mind we might have expected a more personal service throughout the cruise. All itinerary was covered but there were areas that could be improved.

- Phil, 02/08/2022 16:41, Travelled in a Couple

The staff & other guests

- Andrea, 10/07/2022 09:26, Travelled in a Couple

We gve this only 4 Stars due to the fact that it was advertised as a 5 STAR cruise and it didn;t live up to our expectations. We had an absolutley fabulous time but some amenities were lacking. The crew was great, personable and helpful -- but a few addiions would have made it a 5 star experince. Upon arrival for Welcome on Board at 11:30 AM after a long walk to the port, (PORT LOCATION WAS CHANGED AND WE WERE NOT NOTIFIED NOR WERE THE PORT PEOPLE HELPFUL) it would have been nice to have been offered a cold towel & water. Instead we were directed to bar to purchase water/drinks. Our Welcome w/ canopes & champage was to be at 12 -we were greeted at 12:40 with champage - and no appetizers or canapes. No food available unless you are at breakfast between 8 & 9 and Lunch between 1-2 and we were forbidden to bring snacks/drinks on board. No refrig in room - need to go to water cooler to get cold water in middle of nite. But we would recommend to other cruisers as a fun experience.

- Chris, 08/07/2022 13:39, Travelled in a Couple

We cruised on the Roko in June 2022. We enjoyed the concept of that cruise, a good alternation of resting and fun time on boat and discovery of the islands. Food was great, cabin confortable, staff friendly and professionnal. The boat itself is amazing, we appreciated the private balcony! We would have appreciate a transfert from boat to Dubrovnik on day 7 like others cruises lines were doingm instead of taking public transportation. It was a Elegance Cruise, after all!! Also, the stop at Vela Luka is totally useless, a waste of time since there is nothing to see or do at that place. Please review the itinérary. Otherwise, everything else was perfect.

- Caroline, 20/06/2022 18:31, Travelled in a Couple

We were so well looked after from beginning to end. The onboard welcome set the tone for the week. The destinations were ideal for a mature couple and the ships facilities made relaxing in between a pleasure. Our on board guide was the best! And the crew were so friendly and helpful. Lunches particularly were prepared with care - lots of fresh ingredients. In short - we loved it!

- Anonymous, 02/11/2021 07:22, Travelled in a Couple

We loved the personal aspect. The food was excellent and the staff made it special and looked after us really well. Our original cruise was cancelled 2 weeks before we were due to leave and we swapped onto a different one but the staff were most helpful with changing details, and arranging for our transfer to a different port. Our one issue was that in some ports, we didn't have much time to explore, due to the late docking of the ship which limited arranging any excursions prior to nightfall. We were concerned we wouldn't enjoy this cruise so much, but we loved it and would recommend to others. Special thanks to Boris and Tomo who both excelled and made the whole experience very special.

- christine, 19/10/2021 16:24, Travelled in a Couple

The crew were great, especially Bojan and Vedran. The stops were beautiful, special thanks for getting us to the blue cave early and alone!

- Anonymous, 08/10/2021 11:25, Travelled in a Couple

Mooie boot voor goede prijs. Lieve crew !! Spijtig jacuzzi was kapot. Ivana top gids! Leuke mensen leren kennen van over de ganse wereld.

- Debby, 05/10/2021 14:44, Travelled in a Couple

From start to finish my holiday was super - Ivana our guide and all our crew were fantastic. Travelling on the Alfa Mario was a dream holiday and made more special by the friends I made on my 7 days - a holiday to remember.

- Samantha, 05/10/2021 10:18, Travelled Solo

It was a great tripThe guide Ivana was wonderful the weather was beautiful the boat Was a new boat the food was good and what more can said

- Caroline, 22/09/2021 14:22, Travelled in a Couple

Well appointed, comfortable new Roko ship with lovely staff. The swim stops were beautiful and it was nice to enjoy each island’s sites and restaurants, Representative Boris was wonderful with knowledge and tips for every port. Head waiter Bojan was charming and attentive. Dule and Marijana served excellent meals and desserts and Lorena kept everything tidy. I would skip the included village visit and meal. Only wish is that Sail Croatio would have smoke free ships, smoking from the staff was disturbing particularly in the early mornings.

- Miray, 20/09/2021 09:58, Travelled in a Couple

On arrival we were at once impressed by the beautiful lines of the Ship for intents a luxury yacht. The location on Split dock alongside a number of other similar vessels added to the scene. As the group met for the first time we were introduced to crew and of course the Captain. The roles for each were clearly stated and very quickly we were underway to our first port of call. But before that there was swimming in the refreshing ad sparkling Adriatic. Lunch followed and we were quickly into the rhythm of what was seven fabulous days. The island we visited and the spots where we swam all had unique attributes impossible to reach in any other fashion One of the highlights was the visit to Dubrovnik a magnificent location with so much to offer, We were also fortunate to avoid be coincident with the arrival of the monster cruise ships and enjoyed an excellent tour. Much to soon we were headed to Split having enjoyed some the most relaxing and days ever. Sail on Olimp

- Frazer, 24/10/2019 06:16, Travelled in a Couple

On arrival the Olipm was gorgeous and exceeded my expectations. The lower cabins are by far the best choice. The food on boards was excellent. Lara and the Captain were very good hosts. The bar/ waiter staff looked pretty miserable for the duration of the trip offering hardly any hospitality or smiles. It appeared that the job was a chore to them. I cannot understand why customers cannot pay for their drinks at the end of each evening. What is the reason for this? Also the boat ran out of Jack Daniels and despite going to other islands this was never replenished, why? It seems ridiculous and the boat is losing money! The bar staff were not interested. Other than that we had a fantastic holiday.

- Paula Rosbotham, 15/10/2019 12:24, Travelled in a Couple

We arrived and were put in a room with a shower that did not work. The crew knew about the issue with the shower. They put us in the room anyway. I had to change rooms so I could have a room with a working shower. The new room was smaller and had 2 beds. The original room had a full size bed and was larger. That was a bit upsetting since they knew about the issue. I also paid for a larger room. We did not have enough time on land on any of the stops especially in Dubrovnik. We arrived in Dubrovnik very late in the afternoon and left early in the morning. This town was the highlight of the trip with very little time there.

- Beth, 15/10/2019 11:32, Travelled in a Couple

Great passengers and staff Scenery Would be 5 star with less salty better food and more facilitation to do non scheduled activity

- Helen, 09/10/2019 19:27, Travelled in a Couple

It was flexible, small party made it easy to engage with rest of travelers. Not to long between each island. Tour guide Matteo was very informative about each next destination all things of interest to see and view he was very informative about each places of interest, very good at his job as well as being great host. The ship was very clean. All staff were very good at their jobs, keeping the ship in pristine condition.

- Helen, 09/10/2019 19:20, Travelled in a Couple

Right from the beginning enquiring about the trip, Sail Croatia office staff (Cayley and Aly) were great, followed up and I have to say, it was the follow up email made me move forward and book. I was encouraged to take the trip because of the option of a 'solo' traveller and get matched up with like kind traveller. Unfortunately there was no other solo travller booked but Matio, (our guide) immediately seeing my disappointment at check in, said to me that he has never seen anyone left out and assured me it will be fine. Matio was correct, and I had a great time, lots of laughter and cold beverages too. Although there was lots of land time at each of the stops, I think it would have ben fun to have other option to have entertainment on board. I would rate the trip 3.5 out of 5.

- Susan, 09/10/2019 18:58, Travelled Solo

Esperanza is a beautiful ship maintained to an extremely high standard with helpful and attentive crew. The cabin was spacious and well appointed. The whole cruise was well organised and every port of call was fascinating. The only criticism would be the food which although it was wholesome and well presented would have been much better if hot breakfasts had been warmer than lukewarm and main dishes had not been overcooked.

- Neil, 09/10/2019 10:02, Travelled in a Couple

Our Split to Dubrovnik trip was great - we had an amazing group of people and enjoyed the lovely ship. Staff does run a tight one! It was great to have dinners on our own most nights with the flex to stay out for the evening when the islands are less busy. Bed was comfortable and the shower was great, even if our upper cabin was noisy. Overall a fun week!

- Diane, 01/10/2019 06:26, Travelled in a Couple

Excellent food and service, beautiful locations

- Anonymous, 23/09/2019 11:26, Travelled in a Couple

BEAUTIFUL boat and loved the swimming off the boat! Great crew and "V" was fun and we enjoyed his humour very much! Would have enjoyed more sunning chairs and music on the sun decks. Would have liked to have had a Queen or King bed option, rather than two twins. Nice choices of excursions! Enjoyed the bike day and the 4 hour jeep tour with Garon. Thank you for a lovely holiday!

- Tamara, 18/09/2019 09:33, Travelled in a Couple

The best part was our cruise director Matteo. He was very informative and helpful. He answered all our questions and really made us feel at home. We really connected with Matteo Bartenders Carlos and tomislav were great as well as Ivana our maid. We were a bit disappointed in some of the meals served. For example we had tuna one day which was overdone. I prefer tuna rare as most people would. Overall a great experience

- Walter francic, 14/09/2019 06:28, Travelled in a Couple

fun people and times

- Anonymous, 12/09/2019 01:54, Travelled in a Couple

Good education and amenities Could have been better at providing context on swim times and drop offs the day before to better plan the trip Expectation of 10% tipping should be outlined upon booking that it is the recommended amount. Many passengers were surprised when told this by the staff.

- Steve, 11/09/2019 18:48, Travelled in a Couple

- Sheelagh, 11/09/2019 14:14, Travelled in a Couple

A great mix of people from USA, Australia, Ireland Canada. The boat was well equipped the food was great the staff were lovely,, cabins were very quiet even in lovely ports. Would definitely recommend if you want a mix of sightseeing and relaxation.

- Anonymous, 10/09/2019 07:25, Travelled in a Couple

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- Geraldene, 08/09/2019 11:45, Travelled in a Couple

The trip itinerary was fabulous and the Captain and crew very efficient. Mateo, the cruise director, had a great sense of humour with very informative daily updates. Swim stops were ideal as the weather was very hot. Don’t expect 5 Star but the cabin was comfortable, clean and functional for a small boat. The chef was very accommodating for dietary requirements and on the whole the food was good but it occasionally missed the mark. Our recommendation is to bring your own pillow. I would definitely take this trip for the scenery and history of beautiful Croatia.

- Sue, 03/09/2019 10:08, Travelled in a Couple

The only reason for the four stars is that we thought the drinks were unnecessarily expensive.

- Dave , 03/09/2019 05:08, Travelled in a Couple

Our experience with Sail Croatia was excellent in every respect. The only reason for the four stars is that we thought the drinks were unnecessarily expensive.

- Patti, 03/09/2019 05:07, Travelled in a Couple

Ana and the crew were so friendly and welcoming. As a solo traveller I was a bit nervous about how I would fit in but there was no need to worry. Ana and the crew couldn’t have been more inclusive. My fellow passengers were fantastic and we all gelled together quickly, enjoying all the islands had to offer in one another’s company. I have had a brilliant time, laughed a lot and eaten fabulous meals on board all against a backdrop of stunningly beautiful scenery. I can’t recommend Sail Croatia enough for a fabulous holiday.

- Sally Rafferty , 21/08/2019 17:57, Travelled Solo

The fact that it was a small cruise is the reason we went. The format was good, rooms were great, and the overall experience was memorable. We were not to happy with our rep who was vague at times, lacked confidence and misinformed us on several occasions. He did get most of the passengers off side. The food was a little sub standard considering we sat at a well presented table each day. Overall. A great experience but some improvement needed.

- Robert, 20/08/2019 05:01, Travelled in a Couple

Small biat experience and ability to mingle with all guests

- Albert, 23/07/2019 18:46, Travelled in a Couple

Good concept with marvellous crew in a beautiful environment.Food was excellent .lovely cabin but would not book next time below stairs by the engine. Wine was so so .Could explain day after breakfast instead of after lunch.

- Anonymous, 23/07/2019 10:16, Travelled in a Couple

Firstly I would like to say the people on board made the cruise. The fact that everyone spoke English was paramount to everyone mixing in together and the enjoyment of the cruise. Secondly the way the dining and scheduling of the meals was really good that gave variety. Also the food was really well planned and good. Loved the breakfasts. . The host V was very helpful and supportive in every way. A very important element. May I say a few negatives. Firstly the flies in the rooms was awful. No provision of deterrent or non chemical spray. Also I think there should have been a BBQ or outside dinner. The weather was so good and would have been ideal. When swims were held some kayaks or noodles would have been great for playing!

- Noela Foote , 02/07/2019 07:45, Travelled in a Couple

Dear Sail Croatia Firstly I want to say Alex and I very much enjoyed the accommodation on the boat and we were very impressed with the helpful friendly staff. Generally we thought the holiday was good value. My only criticism was the quality of the lunches and the repetitive breakfast menu. Cordial substituted for orange juice wasn't appealing. On most days I couldn't eat the main meal. The food offered was poorly cooked. On one occasion the fish was undercooked and covered in a very thick sauce, inedible. The vegetables were often overcooked. The chicken breast was dry and tough.. The entrees and desserts were generally acceptable. Our group of 6 travellers discussed the food and we all agreed a barbecue or smorgasbord of fresh salads could be offered. I understand some guests enjoy a hearty 3 course lunch however I do think there is room for improvement with the food. I'm not sure whether its your budget or the skill of the cook, or both..

- Anonymous, 27/06/2019 06:17, Travelled in a Couple

Great week with Sail Croatia from Split to Dubrovnik. We were on the Olimp which is a beautiful boat and Captain Renato was brilliant. The staff were very attentive and eager to please and great to be with. Antonio our guide could not do enough for us and told some funny stories each day at lunch. He also made sure we were first to visit the blue cave so had zero waiting time which is an achievement. The cabin was spacious, clean, comfortable and freshened up daily. The facilities on the boat met our expectations and was spacious enough that you could be with a group of people, or find a quiet spot to read uninterrupted. We were never hungry - food mostly excellent. A great group of fellow travellers the week that we sailed and the weather was superb. We had some fabulous swim stops and were so totally relaxed by the time we got to Dubrovnik that it was a bit of a shock to have to readjust to real life. The only improvement I would suggest is to make tea and coffee freely available.

- Janet, 25/06/2019 17:32, Travelled in a Couple

the ship: so clean, comfortable the crew: smiling, helpful our guide: informative and funny the sights: steeped in history and well preserved the coastline and the water: indescribably beautiful the company: thoroughly enjoyed the guests, educated, diverse and entertaining thanks for a wonderful week

- vera , 25/06/2019 04:15, Travelled in a Couple

The travel route of the Split - South was what made this a 4 star rating. I would not make this trip much later in the year as it was plenty hot already. The cities visited were great and add to the high rating. The ship itself is nice. The things that took away from a perfect score were: 1. the food and 2. the cruise adviser. I had explained prior to purchase I was vegetarian and would not purchase if could not b accommodated. My meal preparation was not done well at all. Even the breakfast was sub-par; all food that was supposed to b hot wasn't and vice versa. For example, cold eggs and hot cheese. For the first 2 days people were commenting on the "lack of" food and were hungry. 2. Ivan did not have many facts accurate and am not sure why. Maybe he was told we would swim 2 hours but then it was really 20 minutes, for example. Also the times that things were open were incorrect: the nun lace monastery and the shell museum. He also seemed to just make stuff up when you asked him.

- Cynthia, 18/06/2019 11:17, Travelled in a Couple

With maximum passenger capacity of about 40 people, Sail Croatia cruises are just the right size to achieve a really friendly atmosphere. The boat was kept in immaculate condition and one felt safe and well looked-after. The food was rather unimaginative but, given the ridiculously small kitchen it’s a wonder they were able to get anything onto the table at all! Special praise must be reserved for all the crew and staff without whom these Sail Croatia cruises would be no more than average. Polite, well-trained, good humoured, extremely hard-working - nothing was too much trouble for them and their contribution to customer enjoyment was invaluable. They all seem to work with no supervision or management so the company (and its passengers) are very lucky indeed to be able to rely on such a high calibre of personnel.

- Alison, 04/06/2019 05:29, Travelled in a Couple

Boat was excellent. Good food and lovely staff. Would have liked tea/coffee to be included and available to make ourselves all day.

- Anonymous, 23/05/2019 15:55, Travelled in a Couple

It was nice that the group was very similar in age. We bonded within a day and had many drinks and dinners together even when off the boat. We were all English first language speakers from around d the globe. Staying in port overnight is a great fun thing. This makes this cruise different from others on the big ships. The staff and the captain were very good. The wait staff tried hard. I'm not sure if lack of English made them uncomfortable. The breakfast and lunches were good. The chef got an ovation for two of the lunches. The Captains dinner evening was a fun night with speeches and jokes and music from the guests. we all stayed on the boat and enjoyed ourselves. The bar could use a wider selection of alcohol and especially liqueurs. More than just the basics. The complimentary wine served with lunch could be upgraded. Croatia and the islands were beautiful. The people were friendly. This would be a recommended way to see this part of the world.

- Eric, 21/05/2019 07:22, Travelled in a Couple

The boat was pristine. Shared areas comfortable and attractive. Beds, shower, service of room excellent. Private areas looked a bit utilitarian and could do with a few more grab rails; useful for rough weather and for drying of washing of smalls. A dedicated washing and drying room on boat would be great. Food was beautifully presented, however more often than not meat and fish over cooked and hard/dry; almost inedible. Maybe the cooking facilities were not up to the task of preparing roasted or grilled meat or fish. Final niggle, and one that I think was petty. Bottled water should have been supplied to each room; to charge for it and a cup of tea, both of which are inexpensive was petty and seemed grasping. Pity!

- Anne, 14/05/2019 05:32, Travelled in a Couple

The boat was very comfortable, with always plenty of space for everyone and still quiet corners when needed. Our cabin (below deck) was plenty big enough, quiet and the bathroom had a great shower and plenty of hot water. The route was beautiful, a superb mixture of scenery and history, with some fun excursions too (buggies in Kortula). The food on board was good, the staff went out of their way to please and the cruise guide was very knowledgeable but also good fun. What made it extra enjoyable were the rest of the passengers, everyone got on well, lots of fun, but respectful of privacy too. We will definitely try another one. Croatia is so beautiful and this is a brilliant way to see it.

- Anonymous, 02/10/2018 12:18, Travelled in a Couple

Our cruise this year was just as good as the one last year when we did the Split South Return trip. A special shout-out to Tomo in the bar and to Captain Tonci, who gave us plenty of laughs along the way :)

- Penny, 25/09/2018 09:46, Travelled in a Couple

Beautiful scenery, interesting group of travellers and attentive crew. Never ending islands and the chance to swim in small coves each day. Vis and Dubrovnik were highlights but all stops were interesting. Made friends for life.

- Clive, 25/09/2018 05:34, Travelled in a Couple

Good money for value, Food was what I expected, Staff were excellent and friendly. As a small group you get to know and create friendships with far more people than you do on a big cruise liner. I will always continue to use small ship cruises.

- Mark, 19/09/2018 21:39, Travelled in a Couple

We sailed on an Elegance Cruise, Diamond and found the boat very comfortable. Food was good and plentiful. Water cooler was an added bonus. A great group of people on board and this was what made the cruise great.

- Anonymous, 19/09/2018 20:11, Travelled in a Couple

Pleasant and helpful crew, great weather, relaxed cruising and ample opportunities to swim. Comfortable ship.

- John, 19/09/2018 13:56, Travelled in a Couple

Great boat, great island hopping. Daily swim off the boat most refreshing. Dinner in a different port each night was great. The whole time was relaxing with lovely fellow travellers. The staff were very helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Food and wine very nice. Our tour guide, Ivan, was very pleasant, along with all the staff onboard. We had very good weather, couldn’t speak highly enough about the whole trip.

- John, 28/08/2018 10:44, Travelled in a Couple

Travelled the Esperanza for one week in high summer. The cruise was a fantastic escape from all the crowds. The super friendly crew and service was outstanding. The itinerary gave a great snapshot of the Dalmatia coast line and many swim stops inthe crystal blue waters a worthy memorable event. Made many friends onboard and sad it came to an end.

- Herman, 28/08/2018 04:39, Travelled in a Couple

We had a great Split (North) cruise. The Diamond was immaculate and the crew very friendly and attentive. The crowd was a good mix and we enjoyed most of the destinations. The food onboard was well prepared although simple. Our cabin was comfortable and well maintained. All in all we had a really great trip. We would thoroughly recommend this cruise and would like to offer some minor suggestions which would easily elevate our 4 stars to 5. In 2018 settling a bar bill in cash is inconvenient The 3 course lunch is arguably be too much for most people, a buffet type lunch may be more appropriate and provide more choice. In Hvar the boat anchored offshore (this is the norm) and we were put ashore by water taxi mid afternoon with no option to return to the boat until it was able to dock at 8 pm. This made for a very long afternoon. Holding the Captains Dinner on the same day as an excursion meant that we did not get to see the town of Vodice

- Anonymous, 18/07/2018 20:14, Travelled in a Couple

Very comfortable in uncramped cabins. Effective cabin air conditioning. Easy embarkation/disembarkation. Great crew members. Ample sun beds. Captains dinner with live music & dancing a great way to get all the passengers mingling.

- Louise, 18/07/2018 15:18, Travelled in a Couple

Olimp is a beautiful boat very comfortable with lots of areas inside and out to relax. Cabins are spacious and comfortable. Dining area was nicely appointed and all meals very appetizing We were lucky to cruise with like minded and similar age group of lovely people and we all got on extremely well. The islands visited were all beautiful and charming and enjoyed our daily swim stops off the boat I would recommend this cruise to family and friends

- Doreen, 11/07/2018 17:16, Travelled in a Couple

Mooring in the smaller ports and being able to experience the bars and restaurants, and also being able to swim off the boat in beautiful clear water. The crew were great and Antonio did a wonderful job as cruise director.

- Anonymous, 28/06/2018 05:31, Travelled in a Couple

Mooring in the smaller ports and being able to experience the bars and restaurants, and also being able to swim off the boat in beautiful clear water. The crew were great and Antonio did a wonderful job as cruise director.

- Ric, 28/06/2018 05:30, Travelled in a Couple

Mooring in the smaller ports and being able to experience the bars and restaurants, and also being able to swim off the boat in beautiful clear water. The crew were great and Antonio did a wonderful job as cruise director.

- Ric, 28/06/2018 05:30, Travelled in a Couple

The Elegance cruise is the way to go for people of the ages 40+, the cruise is very well organised and the staff are super friendly and helpful. The stops along the way are stunning and certain tours were included. It is certainly an amazing way to see the coastline of Croatia! The people you meet on the cruise are generally like minded people and friendships are formed that could last a lifetime. What is nice is that you don't always have to do everything with the group and there is a lot of time for privacy. I would definitely recommend this cruise for anyone who would like to explore the Dalmation coastline. My husband and I were on our honeymoon and I can honestly say, it was the most special time ever!

- Jean, 31/05/2018 04:23, Travelled in a Couple

Meals were not up to my expectations. There were no attempts by staff to help the travellers mingle and get to know each other at the beginning of the cruise. A wine and cheese on the first night would have been good.

- Anonymous, 29/05/2018 13:44, Travelled in a Couple

A lovely week Island hopping with Sail Croatia. We loved the spacious boat with excellent cabin (big shower) and the care taken by the staff to ensure we had a great time. Mia, Tomo and Ivana, in particular, made the trip something extra special.

- Michelle, 16/05/2018 09:10, Travelled in a Couple

beautiful boat, wonderful 38 guests, itinerary, free time to spend on islands & evenings

- Anonymous, 31/10/2017 14:56, Travelled in a Couple

beautiful boat, wonderful 38 guests, itinerary, free time to spend on islands & evenings

- Anonymous, 31/10/2017 14:56, Travelled in a Couple

Every aspect of the cruise when well.. It was smooth sailing all the way. The crew was excellent, very helpful. Tomo our waiter was very efficient & always served with a smile. Ivana our coordinator was always pleasant & helpful. The food was excellent too..

- Anonymous, 31/10/2017 04:42, Travelled in a Couple

We went the end of season so it wasn't so crowded. Our ship was very nice and we met several couples that we hit it off well with and will stay in contact with for future travels together. The water was still refreshing and the islands so green. Besides the crew smoking so much, it was great.

- Derek, 25/10/2017 23:00, Travelled in a Couple

We thoroughly enjoyed our week aboard the Diamond on our journey from Dubrovnik to Split. The crew were amazing, friendly and very helpful. The boat was everything we expected. The cabins were spacious and well appointed. We loved the fact that we could enjoy a swim most days and laze away the morning on the sundeck. Our arrival at our destination was dependent on the local port authorities and on most days this gave us plenty of time to explore on our own. We appreciated being given advice on where to dine when we arrived in port. I have told my friends how much I enjoyed my cruise. There is really nothing I could complain about.

- Jan, 20/10/2017 11:26, Travelled in a Couple

Really liked our guide Nikoleta, gave lots of info. Also liked all the excurions! Please can we have a full length mirror in die cupboard? Rooms and barthroom really nice. Food good but also please more vegetables....Captains dinner takes way too long. Two couples on our table went to bed without maincourse... Overall we really enjoyed the cruise and would recommend to our friends.

- Hannelie, 17/10/2017 06:36, Travelled in a Couple

We had a great cruise. We were in one of the lower cabins, they tend to get very hot, even with the aircon. It would help if there was a top sheet on the bed as the continental quilt was too hot.

- Joanne, 15/10/2017 07:41, Travelled in a Couple

Very pleasant cruise from Split to Dubrovnik in early October, with ample opportunities to swim each day. Food was satisfactory. Crew and tour director were attentive. Only suggestion for improvement would be having coffee available well before breakfast commences at 8AM.

- Anonymous, 13/10/2017 11:32, Travelled in a Couple

Staff were good and did an efficient job. Food was very satisfactory. I would recommend to family/friends.

- Anonymous, 13/10/2017 06:19, Travelled in a Couple

Fabulous boat, great swim stops, and free afternoons and evenings to explore, wine and dine in each port.

- Anonymous, 11/10/2017 18:49, Travelled in a Couple

Quality of the boat and the service made this cruise special. However the other passengers were the main reason we enjoyed this holiday. A great group of people.

- Roslynne, 11/10/2017 16:48, Travelled in a Couple

The boat was beautiful, our room was a great size, and we had so much fun meeting all the other passengers, some of which I hope will have become friends for life. It was a perfect cruise from one island to another having time to socialise, sun bathe, swim and explore a new Island for dinner each evening. We cycled round the lakes in a stunning national park, we had two very engaging tour guides around both Split and Dubrovnik. The crew were lovely and friendly and our rep Ivana was brilliant, what’s not to like?

- Nicky, 10/10/2017 06:50, Travelled in a Couple

Tour Director, Stan was energetic, fun, knowledgeable and helpful. Ship facilities were excellent, food good, and itinerary interesting yet relaxed and enjoyable.

- Anonymous, 07/10/2017 04:40, Travelled in a Couple

Cruising the Dalmatian costal Island, making new friends on the way and a great guide

- Roy , 05/10/2017 15:57, Travelled in a Couple

Excellent way to see the highlights of Croatia's islands! The crew were fabulous (special shout out to the best cruise manager Marijana - and the hardest working batman/waiter Renato). The boat itself (OLIMP) was wonderful - fairly new still too which made a difference! I have done close to 100 cruises on ships of many different sizes (and have worked in the cruise industry for 20 years) and I have to say that my week on board OLIMP rates as one of the top 5! The swim stops were a highlight and although we had some not so favourable weather at the start of the trip - we met the greatest group of fellow Australians on board which made the entire week a blast! I would love to do this trip again with Sail Croatia!

- Marita, 02/10/2017 06:25, Travelled in a Couple

- Marita, 02/10/2017 06:22, Travelled in a Couple

The sites at which we stopped were stunning. Some bad weather at the start forced us to Milna, which is not so interesting, and obviously Bol would have been a much better stop. However, we appreciate the need for safety. Stan, our host, was superb. His passion, energy and knowledge helped to make the trip even more enjoyable. He related comfortably with everyone and was kind and thoughtful in his dealings with us all. He really was a star and we were grateful to have had him as our host. We were also blessed with some wonderful guests who made our trip even more memorable. Obviously, this is impossible for Sail Croatia to organise, but it seems to work out well. One thing I would suggest to the company is to manage double room bookings more effectively. The idea that a double bed is not guaranteed is ridiculous. This information could be collected as bookings are made. We were notified the day before that we had single beds and were saved only by another couple willing to swap.

- Scott, 29/09/2017 15:39, Travelled in a Couple

Lovely clean boat. Great Cruise host and obliging crew. Attention to small details would have given this a 5 star rating.

- Elizabeth , 27/09/2017 17:07, Travelled in a Couple

Efficiency of tour leader Cleanliness of ship Interesting mix of people Great itinerary

- Anonymous, 26/09/2017 13:21, Travelled in a Couple