Loved the opportunity to explore the beautiful Croatian coast on Queen Jelena. Docking in the heart of a different place each day and being able to explore into the evening instead of rushing back to a ship that would be moving on before dinner set this apart from traditional cruises. Swimstops in quiet coves were another highlight of every day. We met some fabulous people, we spent the week with Canadians, Australians and Americans as well as others from England and Scotland. Meeting people from so many places and having the opportunity to socialise with them through the week, was another great strength of the trip. We’ll be keeping in touch! The food was good, the bar nearly always open and the crew helpful and worked hard to ensure we enjoyed every part of our holiday. We had an amazing tour guide with us throughout the trip, who did so much for us, including entertaining us. I would recommend Sail Croatia to anyone wanting something a little different and a memorable holiday.
- Paula, 12/09/2025 20:29, Travelled in a Couple
The service, food, employees, comraderie with other I met, the ship was lovely, the activities, and our guide V.
- Deborah, 12/09/2025 12:00, Travelled Solo
I really enjoyed the program…. Relaxing mornings , swim stops and lunch. It really made me wind down. Lovely Croatian islands to discover and evening meals on shore. Katarina is a well appointed ship. Extremely clean and comfortable and the staff were great. Very helpful and attentive without being too familiar. I loved it.
- Alyson , 10/09/2025 16:47, Travelled in a Couple
Our Sail Croatia Rep, Klara, set the tone for the week with her excellent communication and offbeat humour. The Olimp was a beautiful ship, really luxurious and the crew were friendly and helpful. The food was perfect - not to heavy so we could enjoy the fabulous island restaurants and swimming off the back of the boat was so exciting. That left the Islands to spin their own magic on us - stunning scenery, great outings on bikes, buggy and jeep and discovering the history and local wines made for a superb holiday. Best of all we met like minded people from around the World we enjoyed spending time with. 5 stars all round.
- Fiona, 10/09/2025 14:35, Travelled in a Couple
The staff were wonderful, friendly and professional and very eager to please. The boat was comfortable with sun, shade, and AC. the swim stops were beautiful. The countryside was wonderful. Our unplanned extra time in dubrovnik was handled well. The trip to Montenegro was way to long with the border crossings. The cruise leader was so knowledgeable and friendly. The food was delicious and varied. Our whole family aged 21 to 78. Loved every minute. I have told many people about it and have given them information.
- gaye, 10/09/2025 00:21, Travelled with Family
Beautiful ship, great crew, fabulous cruise director. We visited beautiful ports and always the swim stops were a highlight. A little more variety in the food would have made it a five star review. Would recommend this trip to anyone wanting to see beautiful Croatia , learn some history and relax.
- Leslie, 09/09/2025 11:27,
The people, our host was exceptional. Staff very friendly. Ship was very comfortable and clean.. the swim stops a definite high light.. so much history to take in. The food was very good although I did hear some say they were looking for more of a variety.
- Catherine, 09/09/2025 10:23, Travelled with Family
Unforgettable holiday visiting many beautiful islands. Captain and Crew were fantastic and our trip was made even more special with our host Ioana both knowledgeable and fun very helpful going above and beyond booking not only our group tours but also booking and advising restaurants as so many to choose. The rooms are very clean and comfortable and the food was fabulous highly recommend Favourite memory of the holiday the dolphin pod swimming along side the boat travelled the world and not seen so many dolphins at once 🐬🐬
- Caroline Wild, 09/09/2025 09:21, Travelled with Friend/s
The food was fabulous, the staff were hardworking and efficient. The ship was exceptional and facilities were 5*. Couple of small things that would make it better: -2 x cabin keys; -Hand soap and shower gel (information stated these were provided and to being shampoo & conditioner, but these were provided); -Coffee machine and tea facilities available at all times. We are very early risers and look forward to a morning coffee or tea. Had an amazing week, thank you and would happily sail with Sail Croatia again. Many thanks ⛴️😁
- Sherry, 09/09/2025 08:39, Travelled in a Couple
A brilliant week aboard the Katerina. The crew were outstanding as was our guide Vedran. We visited many beautiful places and were given plenty of information on V’s daily talks. The food was excellent. Can’t recommend this cruise enough.
- Jo, 09/09/2025 06:41, Travelled with Family
The queen jelena was a small beautiful vessel Staff were all fantastic and worked hard to make everyone feel comfortable. The north Split journey was outstanding so many beautiful islands. Iwona was an amazing tour manager so informative and a brilliant personality bringing fun into every day
- Sha, 09/09/2025 06:33, Travelled with Friend/s
My friend and I traveled on the Katarina from August 24 to the 31st. The yacht was absolutely beautiful. The dining room is stunning and all the shared space, upper deck with lounge chairs, hot tub, to the couches on the main level, we’re extremely well designed and comfortable. We stayed in the lower level and the rooms were spacious. I can’t say enough great things about the crew. The captain was readily available. Our host, Nikos, is amazing. He provided daily itinerary, along with suggestions for tours and restaurants. Nikos recommendations were excellent, in addition to being a great person and enjoyable to be around. The daily breakfast and lunch were spectacular. The staff is top-notch from the hostesses, cooks, housekeeping, and deck hands. We enjoyed the format. Sailed mornings, had breakfast and then a swim stop at every destination. The captains dinner was so much fun with live music and dancing all night. I really enjoyed the guest that we sailed with.
- Doreen, 04/09/2025 19:29, Travelled with Friend/s
The crew, the food and boat was beyond fabulous!
- Joanne, 03/09/2025 22:05, Travelled with Friend/s
Our Elegance Cruise on the Romantic Star was perfect, great tour guide in Ivana, knowledgeable and friendly,, a crew that run the ship efficiently.. beautiful locations to visit and lots of swim stops in the clear beautiful Adriatic waters., and to top it off a great bunch of people on the cruise.
- Anita, 03/09/2025 18:07, Travelled with Friend/s
The friendliness of all crew members immediately made everyone feel comfortable and ready for an enjoyable, relaxing and memorable time. Nikos the tour guide was extremely patient, informative and funny. Nothing was too much trouble. Captain Ivan was very approachable and happy to have you learn more about the runnings of the boat. Ivana and Angela were the hostesses that always knew what we wanted and needed. Their smiling demeanour was so welcoming morning and late at night. The cleanliness of the entire ship was outstanding. The food was plentiful and extremely tasty. I honestly cannot recommend the Katarina crew and boat enough. A fantastic week with wonderful memories.
- Leonie, 03/09/2025 13:17, Travelled with Friend/s
We travelled with another couple, when meeting the other guests on the cruise we knew that we had made the right decision in booking Sail Croatia. The staff were exceptional and we made 13 other beautiful friends. Thank you so much for your hospitality! 💞🤗💖!
- Sharyn, 02/09/2025 18:37, Travelled with Friend/s
We had a wonderful time on Sail Croatia with the Esperanza!! Mia, Martina, Mio, Captain Vlado and Chef Sebastian, Mario and more - thank you for a wonderful week !!!
- Jenni, 02/09/2025 16:06, Travelled in a Couple
Ivana and the crew made the trip pleasurable, always making the effort to see all our needs were met
- Christine , 02/09/2025 15:39, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything was perfect. Staff were exceptional.
- Lisa, 02/09/2025 08:42, Travelled with Family
We had the most amazing time cruising the Adriatic on the Romantic Star. Our cruise manager Klara was fantastic, which added the to wonderful experience we had. She informed us every step of the way and was always available to our needs and requests. She really is a huge asset to the Sail Croatia team. The crew were all wonderful too and we experienced some delicious meals. We made some wonderful memories which we will treasure for many years. Thank-you Sail Croatia
- HELEN, 01/09/2025 05:58, Travelled in a Couple
What an amazing adventure. 5+ Stars on everything regarding this cruise. The Katarina, Ship Crew, Locations/Ports, Itinerary, Food, Activities, Swim Spots. We had an incredible time, met incredible people and had incredible experiences I hope I can take another trip again with Sail Croatia & I may be your #1 Fan 😁 Shout out to Nikos, Capt Ivan, Ivana, Petra & all involved with the Katarina!!!
- Carolyn Munson, 27/08/2025 15:34, Travelled in a Couple
Quality of accommodation and a beautifully lean and well maintained boat. Efficient crew, lovely food, well paced schedule.
- Tracey, 27/08/2025 05:16, Travelled in a Couple
We sailed from Split to Dubrovnik on the Olimp. A group of friends celebrating significant birthdays. George and his crew made our sail so seamless., They keep the boat absolutely immaculate and Nikolina managed to keep our cabins neat and tidy with regular linen changes. Nothing was too much trouble. Amina and big H were so gracious when we’d come back on the boat for ‘one more drink!’ A big shout out to Ivana, who’’s briefings were so informative, her restaurant suggestions always on point and her manner gentle and warm. For us, Sail Croatia was a travel highlight and a big hit! We love Croatia Helen and John
- Helen, 26/08/2025 16:28, Travelled with Friend/s
This cruise was simply unforgettable! The Olimp is a beautiful boat, and the crew were all fantastic. I loved the daily swim stops and the more relaxed schedule. Our tour guide, Ivana, was very friendly and informative about all the ports we were visiting. The food onboard was very delicious. I would highly recommend a cruise with Sail Crotia!
- Elaine, 26/08/2025 14:48, Travelled with Family
With a caring responsive crew and a fun loving spirited small group of cruisers we had a great introductory experience to small yacht cruising. Energy and commitment of the crew - Ivana and Andrea anticipating our every need, Ivan ensuring our safety, Nikos managing the details and always expertly guiding us along the way and the chef Zelko and Karlo cooking us delicious Croatian food, Petra taking care of our cabins when we’re eating so never to bother us. And the crew Anton Goran and Dalo constantly cleaning and keeping the yacht in tip top shape. Destinations were perfect small towns that allowed strolling shopping historic tours swimming ir simply cafes to enjoy your afternoon.
- Melissa, 26/08/2025 10:30,
The staff and the tour guide made it great
- Ariana, 26/08/2025 08:12, Travelled with Family
We sailed with the beautiful super yacht Katarina for a week from Split to Dubrovnik. From the first moment our cruise manager Nicos was helpful and knowledgeable, he constantly kept the guests up to speed with daily information regarding each stop and excursions. The Captain and Crew were excellent and professional. Our daily swim stops were idyllic and locations were stunning. The excursions were both cultural and fun. We enjoyed every moment of our cruise and would highly recommend Sail Croatia,
- Emer, 21/08/2025 23:34,
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
We had such a great time onboard with Sail Croatia . The room , food, staff onboard and our guide Ivana. It was a pleasure to wake each morning to visit somewhere new and enjoy a refreshing dip in a new swim spot each day . Thank you
- Linda, 19/08/2025 00:49, Travelled in a Couple
My brother , sister and brother-in-law law took our mum on sail Croatia to celebrate her 80th birthday- it was everything I hoped for and more , Queen Jelena was so comfortable and the food and staff were amazing - the islands and swim stops and sailing were beautiful- our tour guide Nicko was fabulous, so helpful and fun - I will do this again and highly recommend the experience- we will treasure the memories of this experience for ever - thank you
- Tracie , 18/08/2025 14:21, Travelled with Family
We thoroughly enjoyed our Elegance cruise with Sail Croatia. We travelled on the Katerina and the ships comfort and amenities surpassed our expectations The itinerary was a great mix of relaxation, socialising and exploring the wonderful islands of Croatia. The best of the cruise was definitely the wonderful crew especially our cruise director Ioana She was a delight and organised so many extra options during our cruise. We made wonderful friends and felt like we were part of a very special family aboard Katerina - we thoroughly recommend the Sail Croatia Elegance Cruise
- Evelyn, 14/08/2025 22:54, Travelled in a Couple
Our experience with Sail Croatia was simply spectacular. From the very beginning, everything was perfectly organized, the boat was spotless, and the route was breathtaking. The food onboard was delicious every single day, with fresh and varied options that exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to Lucija, our guide, who was incredibly attentive, kind, and detail-oriented at all times. She made sure we felt comfortable, well-informed, and enjoyed every stop and activity to the fullest. Her warmth and professionalism truly made a difference. Overall, a first-class experience: excellent service, stunning scenery, delicious food, and a crew that genuinely cares about their guests. I would absolutely recommend it 100%!
- Saibel , 13/08/2025 18:13, Travelled with Family
Stellar service by all staff Wonderful guests who have become friends Excellent dining and bar service Lots of options at each port Tour director was able to accommodate many requests Boat was beautiful Swim stops fantastic
- Mary, 12/08/2025 20:18, Travelled with Friend/s
What can I say - this trip exceeded our expectations in every possible way. The seamless, friendly, personable, professional staff were charming and couldn't do enough for us. Special shout out to Iona our tour guide who was truly wonderful and extremely funny - we all grew very fond of her. Particularly like that the Yacht is owned by a family and run as a family business which I feel really shines through in the feel and atmosphere of the boat. The boat is beautiful - really classy and luxurious without being pretentious. We met a wonderful group of people and we built friendships and bonds that were very special and really added to our experience. Croatia is stunning and being able to have a snap shot of various different islands was wonderful. The Croatian people are so proud and patriotic it's lovely to see. We didn't want to leave and will defo be back - our favourite holiday so far. Thank you for having us x
- Claire, 12/08/2025 09:01, Travelled in a Couple
Ivan Captain Ivan cruise tour guide & team made this luxury holiday cruise so special. Safe, fun, relaxing but lots of excursions & surprisingly so much packed in for all of us to experience was fantastic. Wished it didn’t end . Gorgeous cruise Split to Dubrovnik 💁🏼♀️
- Sandy, 09/08/2025 08:24, Travelled with Family
From meeting Vedran, our Tour Manager, who looked after us throughout with fantastic knowledge of all locations we visited, to the ships crew and Captain Vlado who kept us safe throughout, we loved our trip starting in Split and sailing down to Dubrovnik, visiting various islands on the way. experiencing swim stops, superb restaurants and wine. Special mention to Martina & Mio who looked after in restaurant/bar and housekeeping were always friendly and efficient throughout. Would definitely recommend this trip and all the staff on Esperanza that looked after us
- Samantha , 08/08/2025 20:27, Travelled in a Couple
The ship was lovely, staff so friendly and helpful, cruise manager spectacular.
- Caroline, 07/08/2025 05:12, Travelled in a Couple
I travelled with my family for a special birthday. We had an amazing time aboard Queen Jelena. The staff were so courteous and helpful, our giuide Nikola was amazing. Fun group on board. Activities and information was great. We absolutely loved everything about our 8 day cruise to the beautiful towns along the way from Dubrovnik to Split. Thanks everyone I will be spreading the word how wonderful this trip is Bernadette 🙏☀️
- Bernadette , 05/08/2025 14:42,
It was a lovely spacious ship with generous cabins. Days spent after breakfast relax on deck , swim stop which was so good. Three course lunch followed by more relaxing. Then shower and out to explore on shore. Food was generally good and staff were very helpful .
- Dorothy , 05/08/2025 14:30, Travelled in a Couple
We did an elegance cruise on the Romantic Star and everything about our cruise was perfect. The captain and crew were amazing, very professional and so hard working to make our cruise so enjoyable. Our tour manager Ioana was fabulous and did an excellent job. We only had a small number on our cruise so the service was extra special and very personal. The daily swim stops were a highlight. I highly recommend Sail Croatia!!
- Trish, 05/08/2025 05:21, Travelled in a Couple
The Croatian Coast and Islands are stunning and it was very fitting to experience the coastline and surrounding islands in such a beautiful boat, The Romantic Star The Crew and Captain were very professional, polite , helpful and friendly. The boat was kept spotless and the quality of food was to a very high standard. A lot of thought had gone into our experience as it went by as smoothly as the calmness of the Adriatic. Swimming off the back of the boat in crystal waters and stunning backdrops was a daily highlight. The Captain always seemed to find a wonderful secluded spot, there was crew at hand to ensure everyone’s safety. The wine experience meant that we were taken inland to lovely vineyards, providing us to witness landscapes within the islands and to experience local and delicious wines. All our ventures and experiences were brought together by our amazing tour manager Ivana. Ivana was very thoughtful , insightful, enthusiastic and caring and a credit to Sail Croatia.
- Robert, 31/07/2025 20:52, Travelled in a Couple
We just finished an amazing week aboard the Queen Jelena elegance cruise. The boat was beautiful and the crew were very friendly and helpful. Our guide Ivana went above and beyond for the guests and was very knowledgeable about each beautiful island we stopped at. The food was delicious and staff Pamela and Emma were wonderful. Would highly recommend!
- Julie , 30/07/2025 21:58, Travelled in a Couple
We did the wines of Croatia cruise on the Esperanza our guide Vedran was amazing, all the staff where fantastic they made our experience extra special, it was my husbands 50th special birthday while we where on board and all the crew really pulled out all the stops, the places we visited where out of this world so pretty and authentic. The food was excellent, lovely buffet breakfast, three course lunch every day with authentic local cuisine, We had a daily swim stop which was not only refreshing but gave us the chance to experience the coast line from a completely different angle, paddle board made it easy explore a long way along the cost line, We made many new friends, with other guest and crew, had wonderful experiences on Esperanza, it truly was a privilege to be on board big thank you to Vedran our guide and all the Crew on board Esperanza, would highly recommend we loved it 😎
- Victoria, 29/07/2025 20:46, Travelled in a Couple
Everything about our time on the Queen Jelena was perfect from start to finish. Our rooms were cleaned daily. The crew were extremely polite. The captain actually cared about his passengers and making our experience as memorable as possible. Drinks were very reasonably priced. Ivana was our tour guide and she went above and beyond for her customers. No question was too silly to be answered and she was very knowledgeable about everywhere we visited. Ivana even gave us advice about things to to after our elegance tour. I would highly recommend a trip on the Queen Jelena with the fantastic crew including Ivana.
- John, 29/07/2025 10:52, Travelled in a Couple
We have just spent an amazing 7 nights on the fabulous Queen Jelena sailing from Split to Dubrovnik. The crew, food, scenery, our new friends and especially our tour guide Ivana made this a week we will never forget. If you are thinking about doing a trip with Sail Croatia … do it!
- Anonymous, 29/07/2025 05:23,
From the very beginning it was top notch. The crew, our cruise director and Capain went out of there way to make everything feel like we were special. The food was very good, the swim stops were awesome, and the excursions were well planned out. We met people on day one, by day 7 we were friends. Even planning another experience with them. If you have doubts, just do it! You won't regret it.
- Janet, 24/07/2025 13:05, Travelled in a Couple
Absolutely the best holiday I have ever been on. It was our first ever cruise and it certainly didn’t disappoint. The crew and Ivana were attentive and friendly The food aboard was superb and the wine tastings absolutely beautiful. Cannot fault the whole holiday Thank you so much
- Judith, 23/07/2025 10:05, Travelled in a Couple
We sailed a 7 day cruise with Sail Croatia. The boat is called Katarina & it is part of the Elegance line. Captain Ivan, his staff and the cruise director were so welcoming and attentive. We had amazing swim stops every day, visited beautiful islands and had plenty of time to enjoy them. The boat is beautiful, new, well maintained, clean and very comfortable. I was sad to see the trip end and I would go again, if possible.
- Toni, 22/07/2025 23:19, Travelled with Family
Everything came together to create the perfect holiday - the stunning landscapes, the refreshing swim stops, the delicious food, and the beautiful cruise. What truly elevated the experience was the wonderful crew, especially the amazing team at the salon, and our exceptional guide, Dino. Their warmth and professionalism made every moment even more special.
- Valentina, 22/07/2025 18:31, Travelled with Family
Dino and Martina were very Kind and helpful, we had a wonderful experiencie! The crew and staff were Also very Kind, and the Chef and cooks did an extraordinary Job to prepare a birthday cake for my sister.
- María Cecilia , 22/07/2025 17:59, Travelled with Family