My Croatia cruise on the Esperanza with Sail-Croatia was fantastic! I couldn't have asked for more. The manager/cruise director, Ioana, was so great. I enjoyed all the shore excursions she suggested, such as the buggies and the visit to the bio reserve. The captain was such a nice man; so were Tomo, Anna, Filip, and the crew. The food was great. The cooks were happy to accommodate anyone's dietary needs. (I mentioned I didn't go for octopus, so they kindly cooked me a zucchini fritter dish instead, and I enjoyed that very much. They did the same for several others who wanted something different.) Many other passengers agreed with me that the food on the cruise was consistently better than the restaurants we visited onshore. The other passengers were great people, too! The ship was beautiful and comfortable, polished to a high shine, and the accommodations were perfectly comfortable. And of course, the Croatian coast is a shatteringly beautiful place. Great work, Sail Croatia!
- Andrew, 01/06/2024 00:13, Travelled Solo
- Tihomir, 09/08/2023 00:45, Travelled Solo
A very well designed cruise. The MS Esperanza was well built and designed with an excellent Captain and crew, hotel staff and guide. The Sail-Croatia staff were friendly, helpful and efficient
- Stephen, 13/10/2022 11:47, Travelled Solo
quality service and demeanour
- graham Smith, 07/09/2022 08:02, Travelled Solo
Travelled solo and loved every moment of the trip. The service, the guide, the down time, the tours and the picture perfect scenery the whole trip. All the other guests were fantastic too and made some great friends. This was my 2nd sail Croatia and there will be a third :D
- Luke, 30/08/2022 04:05, Travelled Solo
The Sail Croatia crew were very accommodating and friendly, they provided great service and experience throughout the sail. The Kraljica Jelena was very comfortable and provided what I though could be the best sailing experience through croatia
- Darren Cederman, 09/08/2022 07:43, Travelled Solo
This was the maiden voyage of Roko and a first for me on small ship cruising as well as Croatia. Sail Croatia exceeded my expectations in every respect. The ship, the food, the crew, and the itinerary were first class . From Day One in Split to Day Seven in Dubrovnik the crew worked hard seeing to our comfort, safety and entertainment. I will be cruising again next year with Sail Croatia just because they do it right.
- Greg, 27/08/2021 02:44, Travelled Solo
Great trip , beautiful islands, lovely swim stops , comfortable Cabin. Great staff . The most outstanding staff were Ivana the excellent Tour manager and Tomas who seemed to do everything. Highly recommended
- Harley, 23/08/2021 12:34, Travelled Solo
Hi Harley, thanks for your 5-star review. It's great to hear you enjoyed everything about your cruise and that your wonderful staff and Tour Manager were accommodating throughout. Thank you!
Several things - The ship itself. Small but very roomy. Still able to have moments of quietness and relaxation without being overcrowded. The luxury and efficiency of the boat. I felt like a guest on a private yacht The crew. Their determination to ensure that everyone enjoyed the experience. I had personal doubts if my aging legs would allow be to reboard the boat after visiting the Blue Cave. I was assured byMateo and Andelko they would make sure I had no problems, and so I was able to visit the cave. I owe a lifetime experience to these two young sailors. There was so much, food, drink, the excursions, Vedran our ever helpful and informative guide. Lastly Croatia itself. One of the most beautiful coasts I have ever visited, and in my life I’ve seen a lot. A cruise I’ll always remember as one of the very best.
- Don, 20/08/2019 04:54, Travelled Solo
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're really happy to hear you got to visit one of the best countries on earth, with us! We will pass all your comments on to Mateo and Andelko who were a vital part of your overall cruise experience, we know they will appreciate your comments here. As an avid, experienced traveller, we value and appreciate your comments even more and we thank you for choosing to enjoy this special adventure with us!
The ship was great, perfect size and number of people; good facilities, cabin good size and nice, attentive staff, very good meals/service. Most of the stops were excellent, especially the islands. Sitting on deck watching beautiful scenery go by was priceless. Loved them. Good combination of stops in small villages and larger towns/cities . A couple of the swim spots were fabulous, a couple of others not. Glad that some optional activities were arranged. (enjoyed buggy ride though more riding, less rest stop would have helped.--but that;s anther company).
- Hiram, 01/08/2019 12:09, Travelled Solo
Many thanks for your 5 star review of your cruise on board Esperanza with us this summer. We are so pleased to hear you had a great cruise and that you'd recommend the cruise. Thanks so much for joining us.
The first cruise i went on in late june (North run)was so good had to do it again but (south run). The crew are just unbelievable they make you feel like your family. The cruise is magic the food, swim stops, beautiful islands just so good . The info and organization from the sail Croatia rep Boris was very helpful just made things so easy . Just like to thank the crew from the Esperanza can't wait for next year.
- Evan, 30/07/2019 17:06, Travelled Solo
The food was great, The service was very efficient and friendly, Our fellow guests were good company. Vedran, the Sail Croatia rep, was most entertaining and went out of his way to make sure we had a very successful cruise. The swim stops in the Adriatic were a highlight for me.
- Richard , 06/07/2019 08:40, Travelled Solo
Hello, thank you so much for your 5 star review of your time on board Queen Jelena with us this season. It's great to hear you were pleased with all aspects of the cruise and that the swim stops were a highlight for you! :) Thank you.
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- Frank, 08/05/2019 12:31, Travelled Solo
I was on a journey to recover from the loss of someone very dear to me. The small ship, it’s crew from the captain to the people who serviced my cabin and all the passengers virtually adopted me! We began each day with cheerful/knowledgeable Mia telling us what to expect which always started with a swim off the back of the boat in some secluded cove. We entered beautiful old ports filled with history each day and then enjoyed each other’s company comparing experiences over a drink under the stars. I’ve made wonderful new friends and left the ship hoping some day to return. Yes - my version of an Elegant cruise - thank you!
- Vaughn, 21/08/2018 05:19, Travelled Solo
Had an amazing time with Elegance Premier Plus on M/S Olimp. The crew was very professional, friendly and we all had a fantastic time together. Sail Croatia's representative, Ana, made the trip very memorable. She and the entire Olimp crew was there for anything that I needed. Ana was especially helpful and went above and beyond in helping me with personal recommendations and organizing additional activities. As a single traveler, I was lucky to get my own room without paying extra. Definitely be on the lookout for last minute deals. I will definitely recommend everyone to cruise with Sail Croatia and when possible, request to be on board with Olimp!
- Asad, 29/05/2018 02:30, Travelled Solo
We had a great crew with a great cross section of passengers from around the world. Spacious spotless cabins and a crew director that was informative of the history and places to see. Look forward to returning asap! Consider this trip one of my lifetime best memories:)
- Patrick, 25/05/2018 18:04, Travelled Solo
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that the crew on board were informative and that you found the cabins spacious and clean. We look forward to welcoming you on board another cruise in the future.
There are several elements that when combined, make a 'great holiday'. These include, the places you visit, the people you meet and the service you receive from those employed in the tourist industry. Let's start with the crew of the fabulous cruise ship, Olimp. Their commitment to ensuring we had a great time was amazing. Nothing was too much trouble. Our cruise Director Mia did an outstanding job and was always there for us. Her enthusiasm was contagious. What an generous person and such an asset to Sail Croatia. My fellow passengers where just great. Fun loving, energetic, passionate and easy to be with. It was like a mini United Nations with any conflict. I am confident some friendships will last a lifetime. Our destinations in Croatia were all gems. Such unspoiled beauty, friendly locals and some of the most incredible architecture one could hope to see. Sail Croatia was easy to do business with and I would do this cruise again, in a heart beat. My sincere thanks to everyone.
- Peter, 17/10/2017 08:52, Travelled Solo
Thank you for your review. We are really happy to hear you enjoyed your overall experience with us - it sounds like you had a wonderful time. Thank you for your comments on the cruise ship Olimp, it's great to hear the crew were friendly and helpful. We will pass your kind comments on to your Cruise Director Mia, as we are sure she will enjoy the read. It's great to know that you enjoyed the company of your fellow travellers and made some lifelong friends on your journey. Thank you again for all your comments and for taking the time to post your review!
Seven years ago I had to stop drinking. In an offhand remark to two deckhands as I embarked for my seven-day cruise on Sail Croatia's MV Olimp, i said, "I suppose the bar doesn't stock no-alcohol beer" (Yes, it exists.) "No, but we'll get you some," they replied. And they did. This is just one example of the many ways, big and little, in which our crew and cruise director Mario made our Elegance holiday - incidentally, my 75th birthday present to me - magnificent and memorable. Great service, a sparkling spick-n-span ship and the glorious scenery of the Dalmatian islands made this the cruise of a lifetime. Top marks, Sail Croatia. Highly recommended.
- Hugh, 10/10/2017 05:17, Travelled Solo
Cruise host Mia was very attentive and hospitable. The whole crew were professional and friendly. Good food and service. Fellow passengers got along very well and we had lots of laughs.
- Thomas, 13/06/2017 00:46, Travelled Solo
Lovely people in a beautiful country. Just the perfect way to see such a great place.
- colin, 22/09/2016 17:19, Travelled Solo
Fantastic trip, the crew were exceptional, the boat was new, the food was great. We went to beautiful places with private swim stops each day along the way. Would highly recommend.
- Gary Ernest , 20/09/2016 08:00, Travelled Solo
A combination of the beautiful ship and quality of the staff, the other people on board and the tour destinations. The ability to swim at destinations each day and the amount of time you spend at each location was fantastic. Love it and would do it again.
- Kevin, 26/07/2016 02:36, Travelled Solo