Beautiful sea, great weather, kind and simpatico crew and staff. Kind and professional captain who took on board the requests of his guests and supported them when he could. Cleaver and knowledgable tour guide Anita always helpful, kind and fun. So, thank you it was a wonderful holiday.
- Viv, 23/10/2024 21:58, Travelled with Family
The sailors took pride in their ship, always on top of their responsibilities. Our room was comfortable as advertised, staff friendly. Anita our hostess engaged with all her passengers, always eager to help. Our trip was delightful, swimming spots and beautiful ports to dock in. Wonderful country to explore with delicious food. Very fortunate to have had the loveliest travellers to make our holiday exceptional.
- Anonymous, 23/10/2024 09:05, Travelled in a Couple
The trip was great for my restricted mobility. The railings on all walkways and stairwells made walking around the ship possible. The crew were always available to offer a helping hand or arm. One of the sailors - Mario - was exceptionally thoughtful. He carried my mobility scooter on and off the boat, storing and charging it overnight. He was sensitive to my fears, crossing from boat to boat, offering encouragement and praise, as well as physical help. Wonderful intuitive personal skills!
- Alison, 21/10/2024 05:43, Travelled with Family
I had researched quite a few small ship cruise lines before booking, and I'm so glad we went with Sail Croatia! We sailed the Explorer cruise Split to Dubrovnik on The Salve di Mare, which was the most beautiful boat, with the rooms being generously sized and very well appointed (we were in the lower deck and even had a double vanity in our ensuite!) The Captain and his crew were reliable and friendly. Our cruise director Vicko was nothing short of amazing, being generous with his time and also his knowledge and assistance. We really enjoyed the daily Destination speech learning so much about the history of each please we were heading to. We did have to make a couple of itinerary changes due to port issue and weather, but it did not detract from any of our trip, if anything it meant we got to be first people of the day into the Blue caves! The food far exceeded our expectations, and as is with Croatia, always very generous servings! I would not hesitate to recommend Sail Croatia!
- Lee, 17/10/2024 05:19, Travelled in a Couple
Ioana and the crew
- Georgette, 14/10/2024 19:24, Travelled with Family
This trip was a perfect combination of days relaxing on the boat and afternoons sightseeing on islands. Great food and wonderful excursions. Spacious and modern rooms/facilities on the Katarina. Incredibly attentive, polite and knowledgeable staff. Absolutely wonderful trip!
- Janice, 14/10/2024 19:22, Travelled in a Couple
- Anonymous, 14/10/2024 18:53, Travelled in a Couple
This was our first cruise and we weren't sure what to expect. It was so fun and relaxing! We met lots of fun people and enjoyed each stop. Our tour manager, Dino, could not have been better. He had lots of fun energy and went out of his way to help and answer questions or give suggestions. The staff in the bar/dining room were also fantastic. And, the boat was beautiful and comfortable. We will recommend this cruise to friends.
- Robin, 14/10/2024 18:33, Travelled in a Couple
We travelled on the Katarina from Split return. It was so much fun and the scenery spectacular. If I had to suggest one thing that is a must I would say you need to book on the Katarina. It is a family run yacht and they honestly treat you like family. It was 5 star from start to finish.
- Sandy, 14/10/2024 09:36, Travelled with Family
Our navigator and crew made this trip very special! We were also paired up with travelers of similar interests, which was also very nice. I did not know what to expect as I have never been on a cruise, so all I can say is this trip exceeded my expectations! We are not the "cruise" type and with a small group on Katarina, this did not feel like a cruise at all. The little things, like our rooms cleaned, beds made, fresh towels every day, were also lovely and unexpected. I have some dietary restrictions and every request was met quickly and with no problem whatsoever. We are swimmers, and loved that there was at least a one hour swim stop every day. Swimming in the Adriatic sea/Dalmation islands was like a dream come true! All of the island stops were fabulous and we loved that we got a little history from our navigator before departing on each island. I will most definitely recommend Sail Croatia Elegance cruises to all of my friends and family!
- Catherine, 09/10/2024 21:07, Travelled in a Couple
Well organised itinerary which provided great range of optional excursions, opportunity to swim in a range of spots off the boat & explore the islands of Croatia. Tour guide (Kkara) was fun & crew of Salve de Mare were friendly & efficient. A great bunch of fellow travellers helped create a great cruise !
- Julie, 09/10/2024 18:01, Travelled in a Couple
We thoroughly enjoyed our Sail Croatia experience! A fabulous way to explore some of Croatia's beautiful islands in a relaxed atmosphere with the opportunity to make new friends while soaking up the sun and cooling off in the clear blue water with swim stops along the way. The crew were warm, helpful and the food was outstanding. We will definitely be recommending Sail Croatia to friends and family, we may even sign up for another cruise in the near future!
- Kathryn , 09/10/2024 17:53, Travelled in a Couple
An amazing week sailing around Croatia with an incredible crew on board the Tempera. Ioana our guide was incredible - always going the extra mile to ensure we had everything we needed and were happy! Even with some bad weather that meant we had to slightly alter our route, we still had a fantastic time as she had excellent suggestions for things for us to do. An all round amazing week in Croatia!
- Francesca, 09/10/2024 11:45, Travelled in a Couple
The crew was amazing; friendly, knowledgeable and provided great service. The boat was clean and comfortable. The trip was the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure. Thank you to the Tempera Crew!!
- LIz, 09/10/2024 11:44, Travelled in a Couple
Sail Croatia - Katarina Explorer cruise was an amazing way to visit the beautiful coast of Croatia. The crew was friendly, attentive and so professional. I would recommend the cruise to anyone looking for wonderful experience.
- Samantha, 09/10/2024 10:46, Travelled in a Couple
My sister and I had a great trip on the Tempera ship. What more can I say about the amazing crew, the 5 star meals, the swim stops and the experiences that were set up by our hard-working, devoted ship activity director, Ioana. The small ship atmosphere is the way to go. I would highly recommend Sail Croatia.
- Carolyn , 07/10/2024 19:23, Travelled with Family
Really enjoyed the crew! Ioana was absolutely amazing and always replied so quickly. Food was excellent but you need good hot coffee. (This seemed to be the consensus) Room was perfect. Really enjoyed the whole experience, thank you!
- Mary-Ellen, 07/10/2024 19:22, Travelled with Family
My husband and I were a little hesitant about booking a cruise since we are not typically "cruise people" but we happy we did! The boat was the perfect size. It was great waking up every morning to a view of the Adraiac sea. The crew was amazing and were all very friendly and welcoming. The lunch on the boat was delicious everyday. My only complaint is that I wish the coffee was left out a bit longer after breakfast.
- Justine, 07/10/2024 16:52, Travelled in a Couple
We had a fantastic trip on Tempera. The crew and our tour guide Ioana were excellent. Ioana was funny, warm, a great communicator and brilliant at getting us all organised. We thought it was a great itinerary with plenty of optional excursions. The ship was comfortable and the food onboard was delicious. The trip was a wonderful way to see some of the beauty of Croatia. We would highly recommend. Thank you Ioana and Tempera crew!
- Anonymous, 07/10/2024 16:41, Travelled in a Couple
My husband and I really enjoyed the sail from Split to Dubrovnik. The ship and crew went above and beyond. All stops and excursions we took were very enjoyable.
- Michelle, 07/10/2024 08:41, Travelled in a Couple
Very well organised. Crew did a fantastic job. Everything is cleaned every day. Can’t say any more about them. Definitely no negatives. Totally recommend.
- Leanne, 07/10/2024 06:04, Travelled in a Couple
An amazing trip! A wonderful tour guide, group of fellow travellers, crew and boat made this cruise one that we’ll always remember. Nikos our tour guide went above and beyond to make sure every guest was catered for and happy. His expert knowledge, patience and commitment to his job were greatly appreciated. Every crew member was helpful and friendly, doing their work at a very high standard. The vessel was scrubbed and polished from top to bottom daily, keeping it in pristine condition. The food was varied and delicious. Thank you Sail Croatia
- Leigh, 07/10/2024 05:39, Travelled in a Couple
Things that made our trip special - *The crew who were so good at their jobs but also took the time to get to know everyone and did it with a smile and a laugh * Our tour guide, Nikos, who went the extra mile every time to make sure we were all happy *The chefs who made amazing food *And all the special touches that made us feel we were being taken care of. *Our fellow passengers all got along well which made the trip so much fun and we felt like a family. Alot of that was because of the energy of the boat. It was clear everyone was happy in their jobs and got along very well. Our trip was amazing and we have so many memories to take home.
- Karen, 04/10/2024 10:49, Travelled in a Couple
We had so much fun on the boat! The meals were fantastic. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. Our tour guide was so much fun and knowledgeable.
- Kristen, 03/10/2024 03:57, Travelled in a Couple
Loved it
- Amanda, 02/10/2024 17:09, Travelled in a Couple
Our first visit to Croatia was made even more perfect by the Sail Croatia cruise. We were on the Katarina. It had an awesome crew who looked our every need. The boat was spotless & clean, service amazing & they made the whole experience very special. Our choice for using Sail-Croatia was made after a friends recommendation last year and you did not disappoint. The larger sized cruise ships have never appealed but this smaller, more personal choice was perfect. We are already planning our next trip. Finally a special callout to our Tour Manger/Host - Dino who made it perfect!! Thank you xx
- Carol, 02/10/2024 06:44, Travelled in a Couple
This was a spectacular sailing experience. Our captain sailed the boat to wonderful swim spots and our cruise director Klara was charming, fun, and very energetic with interesting information of each Croatian Island we visited. The bar and food servers did a prompt, friendly, and outstanding job! And the cooks(Chefs)presented beautiful and delicious dishes! This experience was amazing. The only thing I would recommend is that we get an earlier email on what to bring and that it was a CASH only for your drinks and tips at the end of trip. A lot of people travel ahead of the sailing trip and don’t check on their emails. That info would have been better to know if it had been received at least 4 weeks before actual cruise date.
- Nancy, 02/10/2024 03:18, Travelled in a Couple
WOW!! I can't say enough amazing things about our trip! We had an absolute blast and took home tons of great memories. We sailed on the Salve di Mare and it was sensational. The staff was courteous, the captain was knowledgable and our tour host Klara was amazing!! She gave thorough history of each island we visited and was always gracious and went the extra mile to assure we had an amazing time. Loved meeting so many new friends as well; as much as I was ready to go home it was quite sad leaving such a fun week! Would definitely recommend!!
- Shawna, 01/10/2024 12:57, Travelled in a Couple
Sailing on luxury Katarina with our 7 days planned out perfectly-incredible crew whose job is to create a fun incredible & comfortable trip. The Captain, his family & crew plus Dino our cruise director made every day special. We visited so many beautiful places,swam in remote coves ate delicious food and made lifelong friends. From around the world. We are already planning our next Sail Croatia cruise.
- Lorraine, 01/10/2024 10:04, Travelled in a Couple
What a wonderful week on Tempra Explorer Cruise this week. The crew were extremely helpful and attentive. The chef was masterful in his approach to Croatian cuisine. Lovely presentations and always supremely delicious. Our Sail Croatia host Victor was such a positive influence. He is funny and very knowledgeable. Our cabin was easily large enough for 2 adults and good size bathroom and shower. Loved this cruise!
- Diane, 30/09/2024 16:02, Travelled with Family
Had a fantastic time on board the Katarina! Everything was perfect from beginning to end. We were greeted by Dino on the sidewalk when we arrived, and he explained the immediate details we needed. We had an amazing time with our fellow passengers from around the world, visited the most beautiful places imaginable, and tasted some great food and wine. The ship was immaculate, the crew was fantastic, and weather was perfect! Dino was so helpful no matter when we needed him, or for what! He is a gem! so many memories I will always cherish! Thank you to all!
- Anonymous, 30/09/2024 15:19, Travelled in a Couple
We are very experienced cruisers, having sailed on nearly every size ship, so we wanted to try something very intimate and the Katerina did not disappoint. The captain and his crew were excellent. Dino, our cruise manager, was great and kept us all updated (and entertained) throughout the trip. We also lucked out with near perfect weather and a wonderful mix of fellow passengers from the U.S., Canada, Ireland and Australia. I highly recommend sailing onboard the Katerina!
- Patrice, 30/09/2024 10:24, Travelled in a Couple
Dino was amazing, so helpful and knowledgeable, provided wonderful recommendations and was always available. The staff was awesome, couldn’t have asked for nicer people. The boat was nice and spotless. Would and will highly recommend to others
- Anonymous, 30/09/2024 02:55, Travelled with Family
Wonderful experience on the Salve di Mare from beginning to end. If on the fence, book it! This is by far the best way to experience the Dalmatian coast in a short time - swim stops with no crowds, FULL afternoons and evenings to explore, wonderful people, and no hassle of packing up every couple of days. Attention to detail and level of service provided by all staff was much appreciated. Someone saw that I didn’t eat a fish entree (although it looked delicious!), and the next afternoon, I was offered a vegetarian dish when fish was served again. While the weather wasn’t perfect and the schedule was shuffled a few times, the communication and coordination from Vicko more than made up for it. He was very informative, kept us all up to date, and helped to make reservations that we would have been unlikely to secure. A note to future travelers - it is difficult to contain the water in the cabin showers, so don’t make my mistake by leaving clothes you wish to wear again on the floor!
- Anonymous , 28/09/2024 15:03, Travelled in a Couple
Individuell opportunity to travel.
- Marina, 26/09/2024 20:40, Travelled in a Couple
Visko (not sure if I spelled this correctly) was an outstanding cruise/tour director! Very friendly and accomodating; did whatever he could to assist the passengers. He also did a very good job with the captain of adjusting the schedule due to weather conditions. Crew was very friendly and responsive. Accomodations were comfortable & comparable with bigger boats we had experienced. All in all a wonderful experience. One suggestion for improvement - the crew tipping recommendations on the website was significantly different (lower) than what was mentioned on board. At the end of the day this is each guest's decision, but to ensure adequate currency is on hand perhaps this could be clarified on the website.
- Robert, 25/09/2024 15:54, Travelled in a Couple
From the moment we booked the trip to the time we had to say goodbye, I was so impressed with the good communication and customer service that the sales coordinator, our coordinator Vicko and the crew of the Salve Di Mare. I was astounded when I felt a little sea sick at the effort and care to look after me. I felt much better and over the next several days, individuals asked about my welfare and how I was feeling. You don’t have that level of concern and attention these days anymore and was so touched. The amenities of the boat were nice and it is a very nice boat. Our food was great and I looked forward to every meal as something new and different but tasty. The weather was not that great for the first couple of days as a large storm was hovering over Europe. It worked out fine. I understand not all itineraries are in stone especially where the weather plays such a big part. The excursions were nice and this was an excellent vacation. I highly recommend this boat and crew.
- Jennifer, 24/09/2024 10:02, Travelled in a Couple
Our tour manager and the whole crew made our time on sail Croatia so special. They were so knowledgeable and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time from making recommendations, assisting with enquiries and making dinner and activity reservations. We unfortunately didn’t have great weather, but they made sure we still had a great time and that we were still able to have our daily swim stops. The food was great, breakfast buffet and three lunch courses was always so delicious- it was always a fun surprise to find out what was on the menu for the day. The cabins are chin had an en suite and AC were also so comfortable, spacious and clean.
- Bianca, 24/09/2024 05:22, Travelled in a Couple
Dino, Bronko and Valentina went above and beyond to make sure our friend group of 6 had a wonderful experience. The chef also did an amazing job of satisfying these picky Californians! We also loved the swim stops and the recommendations for excursions and restaurants. We will recommend this to our friends and family.
- Lauri, 23/09/2024 19:04, Travelled in a Couple
Loved my 7 day cruise on Almissa! Every day waking up to stunning Croatian islands, towns and cities was such a fantastic experience with options to do as much or little as you want. Almissa the boat was clean and well equipped to cater for all passengers. The cabin was spacious and comfortable and the crew including Dino the Cruise Director were fantastic! I would 100% recommend and if I'm ever over this side of the globe again, wouldn't hesitate to join another Sail Croatia cruise.
- Bianca, 23/09/2024 18:01, Travelled with Family
We had such an amazing time aboard the Almissa for the explorer cruise. The crew was very helpful, funny and informative. Breakfast and lunch prepared by the chef exceeded our expectations-everything was so fresh and homemade. Dino, our guide, made excursions seamless and helped us plan our free time by giving us recommendations. We had such a wonderful time hanging out with the other people on the boat as well. Croatia is beautiful and the swim stops were always delightful (despite having some bad weather days). I really think this was the best way to see the country- everything was made so easy for the guests. We didn't want this week to end! Some of the excursions were a little pricy and not all options were available due to weather/sold out, but we still had a great time.
- Jill, 23/09/2024 13:41, Travelled in a Couple
We were looking forward to our trip but the whole Our experience was way better than we anticipated. We were on the Tempera during mid September. The weather was a bit unpredictable and our tour route had to change. Our fantastic crew and tour manager swapped out a stop, and we spent some time on Sipan, which was an unexpected and delightful surprise. We arrived in Dubrovnik feeling as if we had well and truly experienced the Dalmatian Coast. Cabins are comfortable. Hot water didn't run out. Swimming everyday. The boat is clean and well maintained. And the food - THE FOOD! Authentic dishes cooked to perfection. This trip was excellent value for money. Last word goes to the team that looked after us. Thank you Klara, Tomo and the crew. At the end of the day you guys were the ones who made the trip special, creating an amazing atmosphere for all of your guests. We are looking forward to coming back.
- Janet, 23/09/2024 09:52, Travelled in a Couple
Vicko definitely made the tour interesting and fun. The mother and son team in the kitchen turned out some brilliant food and the tuna steak was THE best we have ever tasted. The bar crew were kept hard at it and were fantastic. Anna was excellent in taking care of me one morning when I was unwell and she kept our rooms immaculate after she had done the house cleaning. We were a mixed bunch from USA, Canada & Australia and we couldn’t have asked for a better group of people. We have made friends that we will be keeping in contact with and have already caught up with some who were travelling post cruise. If you are considering this cruise BOOK IT!!!! Thanks Vicko & crew. The chat group you set up on the first day for us all is still being used 12 days later from all over the world. That definitely says something. Five stars from us!
- Jo, 21/09/2024 06:37, Travelled in a Couple
This was our first sail Croatia cruise and it exceeded all my expectations. The itinerary was a perfect way to see Croatia and included some great excusions. Every stop was beautiful Our cruise rep Vicko was fantastic, his knowledge allowed us to plan a perfect week and see as much as we could in the time we had. We definitely will return again
- Claire, 17/09/2024 07:21, Travelled with Family
Our boat the Salve de Mare was beautiful and comfortable. Our host Vicki was kind, informative and very helpful, especially since my baggage had been lost and he continually followed up with the airline. Truly above and beyond.
- Joanne, 17/09/2024 07:13, Travelled in a Couple
Such a great holiday everything we expected and more. Katarina is such a friendly ship
- Anonymous, 16/09/2024 17:30, Travelled in a Couple
We truly enjoyed every aspect of our cruise on Katarina. We could not have asked for a better crew and activities coordinator Nikos who gave us the perfect first trip to Croatia. I have never seen a crew work so hard and flawlessly to give us a perfect experience. The food served was phenomenal. Unfortunately, the rain hindered a couple days of our trip but our coordinator and and captain worked so well together to decide to switch our locations (still saw all same locations just in different order) to avoid the worst of the rain. The swim stops were magical, crystal clear blue waters to swim, float, snorkel or paddle board on, whatever you prefer (this boat did have some floats, noodles, snorkel.gear and paddle boards). Croatia is a such a beautiful country and we are so glad we chose Katrina to see it. It was a trip of a lifetime.
- Jeri, 16/09/2024 10:33, Travelled in a Couple
A great cruise with lovely crew, guide & mix of passengers. This cruise had a nice balance of independent and group time, together with optional activities and relax time onboard. Great value for money & would highly recommend for those who want to avoid both the ‘party boats & costly high end cruises’. Five stars!
- Sam, 12/09/2024 16:45, Travelled in a Couple
My husband and I had the best time sailing the Katarina around Croatia. Our crew was absolutely phenomenal. They were extremely attentive and made sure everything was perfect throughout our trip. It was so fun making new friends and getting to experience so many new and beautiful things together. We absolutely loved the daily swim stops. Our favorite excursions were biking Mljet National Park and the canyoning adventure outside of Split. If you are considering visiting Croatia, this is definitely the way to do it!! We could not recommend Sail Croatia more! Absolutely loved it!
- Clementine , 12/09/2024 12:48, Travelled in a Couple
We had a fantastic time on our Explorer Cruise! Our tour guide, Dino, was so helpful, fun & organized. The Boat was also very comfortable, and we loved stopping at the daily swim spots. We could not recommend this trip enough; it truly exceeded our expectations. Also, shout out to our bartender, Marco, sorry we drank all the wine!
- Kelsey, 10/09/2024 13:18, Travelled in a Couple