The whole experience exceeded our expectations. We thought that lunches were of fine dining quality. The balance of on-board versus port side time was wonderful as was the freedom to explore on our own. The whole crew was very friendly, and our fellow travelers were a delight. Our tour Director Anita was quite simply fantastic - great suggestions for places to visit and to dine and very personable. Thank You!
- Gary, 31/07/2025 01:10, Travelled in a Couple
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
Vi hadde en fantastisk uke ombord på Romantic Star. Utrolig fint opplegg: flott båt, fin lugar, god mat, veldig hyggelig cruise manager og mannskap og fine utflukter. Daglige "swim stop" ga en veldig fin kombinasjon av bading og opplevelser. Kan virkelig anbefales!
- Anonymous, 25/07/2025 09:05, Travelled in a Couple
We sailed on the Wine Cruise on Romantic Star in July 2025. The ship, the crew and our tour guide, Ivana, were amazing. We loved the destinations and the unique wine tasting experiences. The food on ship was fantastic, and took care of special dietary needs. We were guided by Ivana, our incredible Tour Guide. She made us feel at home and gave us excellent, personalised advice for activities in port. Cannot recommend highly enough. We loved our cruise. Thank you Sail Croatia, Romantic Star, and Ivana.
- Gordon , 23/07/2025 14:43, Travelled in a Couple
Great product - Boat awesome and destinations fantastic with staff very good
- Mick, 22/07/2025 21:39, Travelled in a Couple
Our cruise on the Olimp from Dubrovnik to Split was fabulous. Ioana the cruise excursion director was the so organized. Ioana set the Vibe for the whole cruise right from the beginning. Ioana paid attention to details she listened to what people wanted and made sure that she provided clear information and instructions, both verbally and through the what’s app. Captain Jure and crew all were very professional and friendly making sure were safe and truly cared about our enjoyment. The rooms were cleaned beautifully everyday by Nicolina. Sail Croatia was the best choice for us. If you book with Sail Croatia you will not be disappointed.
- Jeri , 22/07/2025 13:38, Travelled in a Couple
Trip was made by a great crew. Easy and relaxed. My only comment as most are couples I would have liked to go for a paddle board with my wife. Perhaps another paddle board and other recreational water sports toys. But that me. A active relaxer.
- Murray Healey, 22/07/2025 06:14, 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
Our cruise was made exceptional by the itinerary organised by the tour manager Ivana Mateja, captain and the crew on board Romantic Star. The locations and excursions we visited at each stop on our way from Split to Dubrovnik were well organised and each wine tasting event was amazing! Every member of the crew was friendly and welcoming and made us feel that we were on an exclusive and unique holiday. The food was delicious and high quality, and beautifully presented. The accommodation was very comfortable and spacious.
- John, 15/07/2025 09:17, Travelled in a Couple
We loved Croatia. Esperanza and its crew were very good. The difficult issue for us was the tipping. It was quite an expensive holiday in the first place and the tour manager suggested tipping around 10%. Made us feel awkward.
- David, 15/07/2025 06:50, Travelled in a Couple
The ship was beautiful! Food was delicious. Staff was warm and welcoming. We loved it all!
- Ken and Christi, 14/07/2025 02:15, Travelled in a Couple
All very well organised, excellent ship and crew, stunning scenery and great company.
- Emrys, 12/07/2025 20:08, Travelled in a Couple
The boat crew and Sail Croatia guide (Ivan) were amazing, very attentive and friendly. The accommodations on the ship were awesome and the water and views of Croatia breathtaking and the excursions on to the island were just right. It was a fantastic way to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Highly recommend.
- James, 09/07/2025 22:03, Travelled in a Couple
The dedication of the crew including the forever singing sailor, the captain always welcoming to me. Equally true with tour director Ivan. And Ivor. As we’re Stipe,, Ana another mick jagger fan and finally the petite Nicolas.
- Peter, 09/07/2025 04:12, Travelled in a Couple
Beautiful vessel and crew who organised a great itinerary. Every swim stop was lengthy and in a great location and visits and tours were of a high standard. Along with interactions with other guests made for a highly recommended holiday.
- Brian , 09/07/2025 00:16, Travelled in a Couple
The boat Katerina was wonderful, and looked brand new although several years old. The captain and the rest of the crew were very friendly and provided excellent service. The itinerary and included tours were all good, and the country looked beautiful. Excellent weather also helped. Tour manager V was always available and provided great information and assistance when required.
- Frank, 08/07/2025 20:02, Travelled in a Couple
Most relaxing and luxurious way to see the best of Croatia's wonderful islands and historic sites. The Yacht Romantic Star, her crew and guide was incredible!
- Mark, 08/07/2025 15:23, Travelled in a Couple
Fabulous, friendly helpful crew & fun, informative, well organised tour leader. A few little things would make it a 6 star experience. A box to help get in & more importantly out of the small boat at the blue cave for those with short legs and limited mobility - This trip is overpriced at 25 euros - it’s a 15 minute 15 euro experience at best. A washing line in the shower in the cabin to dry your swim wear would also be good. That said a great tour visiting beautiful islands. Food on board was excellent, swim stops were well chosen & cycling round the lakes a joy. The retractable stairs into the water at the swim stops made the trip as my partner could swim off the boat without fearing she could not get back on the boat.
- Anonymous, 08/07/2025 12:14, Travelled in a Couple
We highly recommend this team. It was a delightful week with many new friends. The boat was top notch and the crew was very receptive to every request. Would strongly recommend this vacation to anyone who wants to chill out and relax.
- Fraser, 08/07/2025 11:46, Travelled in a Couple
We had Ivana as our tour guide and she was great at organisizing oir daily activities and a great crew
- Nicholas, 08/07/2025 10:14, Travelled in a Couple
A pristine vessel lovingly operated and maintained by a wonderful family, generous cabins and plenty of food. Very engaging and knowledgeable host and guide, with excellent optional and included tours. Would recommend.
- Paul, 08/07/2025 09:22, Travelled in a Couple
After spending two weeks on a 5000 passenger cruise ship in the Caribbean in November last year, it was the total opposite experience travelling on Romantic Star. Not only did we have plenty of space to relax , but also were able to befriend fellow passengers in the first couple of days, which was impossible on the other ship. Life time friendships made. Staff all very friendly and totally helpful. We were made to feel important, which does not happen on a large cruise ship. The daily swim stops were great as were the buffet breakfasts and 3 course lunches. The islands visited were similar but different. Our host Vitak was charming and most informative during his regular 10 am talks. We would have no hesitation in returning to sail with Sail Croatia. Perhaps they could think about branching out to take in more northern islands , which I think would be popular for returning guests.
- David, 08/07/2025 08:48, Travelled in a Couple
We had the best week on the Esperanza. Ivana our onboard cruise manager was amazing, such a lovely person, and the boats crew were first class. The boat was spotless, food great and service excellent. The weather was perfect, swim stops relaxing, town visits interesting and the Captains dinner a fun night. It was a trip that has provided a life long memory.
- Geoff, 08/07/2025 08:47, Travelled in a Couple
We looked into many options and ultimately picked the Elegance cruise from Split to Dubrovnik on the Olimp. We had high expectations and it exceeded them. The Sail Croatia tour director (Ivan) was amazing — funny, informative, transparent. The ship and its crew were also excellent. It was recently renovated and all the systems including the AC worked well which was key because there was a heat wave when we were there. The swim stops were excellent and the swimming platform made it easy for everyone to access the sea. Just an amazing trip, staff, and fun group of fellow passengers. Highly recommended. Great job Ivan!
- Daniel, 08/07/2025 01:14, Travelled in a Couple
Truly, a first class operation. The captain and crew of the Katarina were very professional ,accommodating and helpful. The meals were excellent, the cabins beautiful and the entire ship spotless. Very impressed , Would certainly do it again and would Strongly recommend it! Thank you for a wonderful experience.
- Akram , 06/07/2025 14:10, Travelled in a Couple
Lovely almost new boat but old classical style. Wonderful cruise director, Anita, who went out of her way to ensure everything was as perfect as it could be - spot-on recommendations for restaurants and activities, and incredibly warm and friendly. The unmatched crystal clear water of the Croatian islands.
- Stephen, 06/07/2025 07:03, Travelled in a Couple
Just back from a fabulous week aboard Queen Jelena on the Elegance cruise from Split to Dubrovnik. Our ship was immaculate and our experienced captain chose idyllic places for us to swim every day, and quaint towns and villages to visit. The crew were all excellent particularly Pamela and Ema who were super attentive. Our tour representative Anita was exceptional, keeping us up-to-date throughout, making dining suggestions, and brought together our fellow guests so that we were all a big family by the end of our cruise. One of the most scenic, friendly and relaxing holidays we've had, highly recommended 👍
- Gordon , 02/07/2025 12:46, Travelled in a Couple
The ship was superb, the tour guide Anita who was fantastic (great personality, good communicater and provided lots of useful tips for each stop) the crew, the food was first class and of course our fellow travellers. 18 of us on board (UK, USA and Australia) which meant you got to know everybody even though we were only together for 7 days. Highly recommend this cruise, thank you to all onboard for an unforgettable week. Till the next time 🏴🇭🇷❤️
- Neil, 02/07/2025 12:21, Travelled in a Couple
This was one of our best experiences in cruising. what made it great, the beautiful croatian islands, the swim stops en route,, our fellow travelers to which by cruise end felt more like family. and the opportunity to explore in each stop, without time limits to be back on boat. Being in a port each stop overnight is such a plus. Our cruise director, Anita, was a joy, a blessing to have and she made the experience 10 plus stars. The Jelena crew was outstanding and the ships accommodations were great as was the food. Do it, you won’t regret
- Marshall, 01/07/2025 09:05, Travelled in a Couple
This trip was the best holiday I've had in decades. The ship, the crew, the food (OMG, the food!) - and my fellow passengers all made for an incredible time onboard the Queen Jelena!
- Rick, 26/06/2025 06:44, Travelled in a Couple
The Olimp is a beautiful, well equipped cruise ship. The ship and rooms were extremely clean. Our above-deck bedroom was equipped with a large, comfortable double bed and en-suite shower room. The saloon, where we had our meals, was roomy and air-conditioned. Further seating was available outside the saloon. There was a hot tub on the top deck along with ample areas to lounge. A big plus was the swimming platform at the rear of the ship which made entering and leaving the water on our daily swim stops much easier. The food and service from the crew on board was excellent. In particular on the Captain’s dinner evening. We enjoyed our visits to all the islands on our route (Split-South-Split) and the informative walking tours.
- Kevin, 25/06/2025 21:16, Travelled in a Couple
We were very lucky to have the best cruise director Ioana who provided a fantastic experience for all Guests onboard the ship of approximately 17 guests. My highlights included the Blue Cave experience, Captains Dinner ( my terrible dancing) plus very interesting walking tours including Dubrovnik, Korcula and Split. Also Everyone including the Captain, crew and staff were always very accommodating with any extra requests during the cruise. A truly memorable experience with genuine friendships gained from other cruise guests which made it like being with family. Thanks Sail Croatia for my bucket list trip of Croatia. Stephen & Jann D Perth Australia
- Stephen , 25/06/2025 07:48, Travelled in a Couple
Destination’s, crew, room, ship, guide, swims all great. Well organised at all times but still unhurried and pleasurable. Recommend
- Ivan, 24/06/2025 14:04, Travelled in a Couple
Nikos gets my highest accolade. As a host, he did whatever he could do to take care of everything and everyone. The captain was talented, friendly and like Nicos, always had a warm friendly smile. Dragon, Nicolett, the rest of the staff were excellent. The places we saw were wonderful. The swim stops were something that almost everyone looked forward to.
- Ray Scott, 24/06/2025 01:44, Travelled in a Couple
Pros: Crew was great overall. The bartenders/servers were fantastic. Breakfast was fine to good and met expectations. Croatia is a beautiful country and our tour guide/runner was a local that was very knowledgeable in this aspect. Cons: Lunch was in general, underwhelming for the cost. My wife is a health nut, and I saw her salt food for the first time in my life. When paying this premium on price I would expect the food to be more elevated, or at least more enjoyable. The video implied more access to the boat than we received. Several small requests - like opening windows, screens, etc were denied and the requests themselves often felt as if we were asking the staff to move mountains. Tour guide was not particularly friendly, often had condescending responses to guests, & occasionally left out vital info when visiting particular islands (i.e cash only). Unfortunately, the experience on the cheaper options is probably more reflective of the value you receive on the Elegance line.
- Kyle, 20/06/2025 02:30, Travelled in a Couple
Ship, islands & Tour Director. Ioana was fabulous.
- Larry, 18/06/2025 11:57, 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
Maureen comma my wife, comma and I could not have experienced a better cruise than the Katarina. The ship was brand new, the captain was dynamic, the crew was superb. The food and the ambience was bar none. The ability to see Croatia on a small ship like this is the only way to see this beautiful country. State rooms were incredibly clean and well kept every single day. Service, food, and just laid back comfort with no pressures by being on a very small ship is the only way to go. Congratulations to this stellar crew and this magnificent boat that made our trip one of the best that we’ve ever taken abroad.
- Joe, 17/06/2025 15:06, Travelled in a Couple
I felt like I was living the lifestyle of the rich and famous. There was a new town everyday--and we had good to great meals at them. (If I yelped or did restaurant reviews we would have had more great meals.) (The boat provided breakfast and lunch and dinners twice during the 7 day cruise.) I thought the food quality on the boat was excellent. I loved that we had a swimming stop everyday. The waters and coastal towns of Croatia are very beautiful. The crew was constantly cleaning the boat. Here are things that did not put me off but might put off some: fresh sheets and towels only once during the week, plastic bed lining under the sheets, if you are tall your feet may stick out past the bottom of the bed, there is only one choice of meal for lunch, unless you advise ahead that you don't eat fish, or don't eat meat, and then they will accommodate you. But for me the friendly crew and adventuresome fellow passengers and beautiful swim stops and towns made this a fantastic vacation.
- Jon, 17/06/2025 14:28, Travelled in a Couple
For starters, the family-owned ship/crew 'Katarina' was superb in every way! The quarters and services were first class all the way! The cruise was Director (Mia) was completely professional and very helpful beyond her requirements. I would definitely rebook another cruise with 'Sail Croatia', and refer them to everyone I know. The Croatian coast/islands/sea/people are beautiful in every way! Thank you for a most fabulous vacation experience!
- JOHN, 17/06/2025 11:54, Travelled in a Couple
It was a wonderful experience. Wonderful guide Ioana, , who could not have been more helpful ,great staff Capt Gorden, sailors Josip and Josip, Pamela in the bar and the two wonderful chefs Ship was beautifully presented. Meals were spectacular We also had a great bunch of fellow passengers. Each port was unique Swim stops were a highlight Highly recommended
- Chris, 17/06/2025 06:23, Travelled in a Couple
We're grateful to the crew of the Romantic Star, and to our stellar guide, Anita, for making this trip smooth and memorable. The food was great, the ship was kept spotlessly clean, the swim stops were wonderful, and the service was above and beyond. In addition to Anita, who seemed to anticipate all our needs, a special shout-out to master sailor Dragan and waiters Hrvoye and Toni for their helpfulness and friendliness. We didn't love the wine tasting/tour on Korčula, but that's a minor glitch in an otherwise fabulous week.
- Anonymous, 15/06/2025 21:42, Travelled in a Couple
Ship crew, Sail Croatia rep, friendliness of all travellers
- Ian, 15/06/2025 20:05, Travelled in a Couple
Our second trip to Croatia was very special for several reasons. The cruise itinerary was varied and excellent overall. Anita was a superb tour manager, always making an extra effort to make everyone happy. She communicates very well, is highly organized, works extraordinarily hard, and always has a smile on her face. The Romantic Star ship is well designed, very comfortable, and the food is healthy and tasty, We were also fortunate that the other passengers were friendly and interesting. I would definitely recommend this cruise to my friends. I do feel that more time should be spent on land. We often landed mid to late afternoon. I feel that the educational component should be enhanced (eg more discussion of Croatian history). I also feel that the ship should overnight in Komiza instead of Vis. But overall the experience was wonderful. Thank you!
- Jonathan, 13/06/2025 15:48, Travelled in a Couple
The modern vessel the Olimp was sailed and managed by the fantastic crew and Captain to perfection. The meals and service where 5 Star ⭐️ Our cruise Director was informative and entertaining With every briefing , and answered all our repetitive questions with humour. Overall this cruise more than exceeded our expectations Friendliness of the crew , the daily swim stop and the Islands we visited . Looking forward to booking our next Return Cruise with Sail Croatia. Ken & Jan
- Kenneth , 13/06/2025 08:37, Travelled in a Couple
The swim stops were amazing! Everyday we would stop at somewhere incredible with crystal clear water, away from the world and have the place to ourselves. You could see the Croatian islands with ferries, lugging your luggage around, spend endless hours researching what to do, see and eat in each island or you could unpack once for the week, have recommendations made for you, no lugging luggage around, no watching where to place feet in pebble beaches with spiky sea urchins when you just jump straight in from the ship. We chose Katarina for its super yacht feel, and that it did! We were lucky to have only 15 in the group which meant having afternoon drinks alone in the hot tub or spending time with the others of the group should you want to, as we became a close knit family! Klara, our cruise director was fun, informative and always willing to assist us all. I’m not a history buff but her morning briefs was enough to get me interested and wanting to know more and she delivered
- Roger, 10/06/2025 17:11, Travelled in a Couple
This cruise from Split took us out to several islands and on to Dubrovnik then back to Split. The amazing staff on Katarina never missed a beat the whole week looking after our every need. What a team! The boat had every luxury you could ask for and the food on board was amazing. The other guests on board also made it a very memorable trip as we all got along famously! Lastly our tour director Karla was the best we have ever had and we have travelled a lot! Her suggestions for on shore activities were fabulous and her professionalism was beyond words. Also her sense of humour definitely made things hum along nicely. We would certainly go back and enjoy another cruise if the opportunity pops up. Loved it!
- Bernie, 10/06/2025 08:50, Travelled in a Couple
We enjoyed an amazing 7 day island cruise on Katarina doing the Split south return itinerary. The crew were excellent from Ivana and Angela in the bar/restaurant to the sailors, chefs, room cleaner and of course Captain Ivan. Each island was different and we loved visiting Stari Grad, Hvar Town, Mljet, Dubrovnik, Korcula and Makarska as well as Split. We were blessed with fantastic sunny weather and calm seas. The group all bonded on day 1 and we enjoyed several dinners together on the islands. Highly recommended.
- Nigel, 10/06/2025 06:01, Travelled in a Couple
The pace of the cruise was fantastic Having breakfast and lunch on the boat and going into towns at night was perfect.Absolutely loved the swim stops(Floating noodles would have been a great addition).Loved the Captains dinner but thought it should have been on first night or last night
- Stephen, 10/06/2025 04:39, Travelled in a Couple
As someone who isn’t a cruise person, the Romantic Star was the perfect size and experience to see parts of Croatia. *Dino Made All the Difference Our cruise manager, Dino, was exceptional. He kept us informed with clear daily summaries and thoughtful recommendations, always available for questions and/or to help guests. He went above and beyond, arranging special dinners (like our anniversary at a sought-after spot in Dubrovnik) and unforgettable experiences—the farm dinner at Hora Hvar was a highlight, with amazing food and wine. *A Warm, Welcoming Group The best part? My fellow passengers were amazing people from all over, and together we formed a tight-knit, fun-loving group. Their warmth and camaraderie made every moment memorable and truly magical. It was a week of laughter. *Top-Notch Crew The crew was outstanding—accommodating dietary needs, keeping the boat spotless, and always friendly. Everything ran smoothly. I’d book again!
- Michael S, 04/06/2025 15:49, Travelled in a Couple