The Ship was clean and layed out perfectly with room and space that accommodated sleeping, dining and recreation. The staff and crew were professional, courteous and quite informative. The schedule was easy with adequate time to rest in between excursions, swimming (my favorite), meeting other travelers (this too), dining and relaxing. I can't think of a thing that could have been different to make this experience any better. We are totally satisfied and will cherish our memories thanks to the efforts of the Sail Croatia team.
- Michael, 16/09/2025 21:42, Travelled with Friend/s
Great friendly crew good food Bedran was awesome and mio was fantastic to deal with Captain and all crew were very friendly and helpful
- Phil, 16/09/2025 03:59, Travelled with Friend/s
If you dream of sailing then this trip is for you. To see Croatian islands while sailing is a unique experience. Start with breakfast, Cruise in beautiful clear waters, swim for a couple of hours, eat a 3 course lunch and then explore a beautiful different island each day for 7 days. Plenty of activities to choose from as you go. A family run boat so service is key and they pride themselves on making your journey an exceptional one. I will recommend to all family and friends.
- Sally, 12/09/2025 11:16, Travelled with Friend/s
- David , 09/09/2025 06:11, Travelled with Friend/s
our guide, very clean boat, social environment, great weather and scenery.
- alfred, 09/09/2025 05:56, Travelled with Friend/s
The experience from the day we arrived at the wharf in Dubrovnik to the time we departed in Split was truly unforgettable. The crew from Ivan the captain down to Ivana and Andela who looked after everyone were extremely professional, polite and helpful. Nicko the cruise guide was simply the best you could hope for. He was informative, friendly and went out of his way to make sure things ran smoothly for everyone. I would recommend Sail Croatia and the Katarina to anyone
- David, 03/09/2025 12:47, Travelled with Friend/s
Top class tour guide and a beautiful boat. Excellent sailors and staff.
- Anonymous, 03/09/2025 05:14, Travelled with Friend/s
Great boat, great crew, great tour guide & great experience. Awesome food, scenery & company. What else can one hope for.
- Peter , 02/09/2025 09:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Attention to detail and to safety by sailing crew and cruise director and staff.
- Anonymous, 27/08/2025 21:41, Travelled with Friend/s
Amazing crew and staff and such a relaxing way to see Croatia
- Peter, 27/08/2025 00:17, Travelled with Friend/s
Absolutly fantasic experience! Our travel director Loana was amazing, Her experience and energy was infectious. The ship was amazing with plenty of room and class. The crew were sensational and the captain faultless, we would defenitly do the cruise again. Thankyou Loana!
- daniel, 12/08/2025 15:21, Travelled with Family
From the wonderful crew and knowledgeable, friendly tour guide, the cruise was the perfect combination of relaxation, exploring and exceptional food.
- Peter, 08/08/2025 23:42, Travelled Solo
The Boat, Destinations, The Crew, The Passengers and the weather.
- Chris, 05/08/2025 17:48, Travelled with Friend/s
We did the trip with family for our mother's 80th birthday. The vessel was excellently equipped, the food high quality and the service excellent. We had swim stops that were my favourite parts...Towns along the way were busy but retiring to the vessel was like a little oasis. The Queen Jelena parked in the center of all the towns which gave us prime access to the towns and sites to visit. It was like having a hotel in the best location in every town that we went to, with luxury transport included. Staff were professional and friendly and our host Nickos was always available to provide advice or answer questions. For someone who enjoys more solitude and time away from the crowds, this trip represented a 'happy medium' between the busy towns of Europe in summer and the solitude provided by the vessel and sailing. Thanks Sail Croatia,
- Roy, 05/08/2025 09:28, Travelled with Friend/s
The beautiful ship. The amazing swim stops. The clean and spacious cabins. The ‘welcome on board’ canapés. The opportunity to experience some beautiful, picturesque islands. The Captains dinner. The itinerary. Mio & the lovely cleaning lady who cleaned our cabins. Only having 14 guests on board. Room for improvement:: The staff could be more friendly (except Mio and the cleaning lady - they couldn’t do enough for you); there should be more fish served as part of our lunches as we are out at sea and in the Adriatic! The lunches were lovely but certainly could be improved; the breakfasts and fresh fruit needed to be replenished as you were scared of having too much and not leaving enough for other passengers. It was not clear that you could have more. The chief female waitress in my opinion didn’t want to be there and that was more than obvious at times. As there was only 14 guests on board, it felt like most of the crew were ‘on a jolly’ and did not make enough effort to satisfy.
- Anonymous, 05/08/2025 08:53, Travelled with Friend/s
We really enjoyed the itinerary and The Esperanza was very well maintained. However some issues need addressing. The staff don’t appear to be very happy in their work place. Deck hands rarely smiled, the waitress in the salon was at times most inappropriate and borderline rude. It’s not every day you hear the F word or gestures using an arms whilst talking to passengers. So totally unprofessional and disrespectful to the Captain.. We appreciate that crew are able to go ashore for free time but please don’t tell the passengers that drinking of alcohol was consumed whilst ashore and then come onto deck to work; Safely for guests and crew surely should be paramount. The salon steward Mio went above and beyond to make every moment a pleasurable experience. The food lacked any wow factor, breakfast tepid, cold ravioli not nice, lettuce leaves as a salad, fruit bowl not replenished until we complained Only 14 guests in total and that shouldn’t mean less effort.. Representive did his job.
- Anonymous, 05/08/2025 08:47, Travelled with Friend/s
It was the perfect trip! I have seen most of the World, but this made the rest 6 or 7 compared to this trip being a 10!!! The crew was wonderful, especially our tour guide. Extremely informative and full of energy and enthusiasm. The sights of the places visited were will remain with me forever. The other outstanding part of the trip was the meeting of the other travelers on the Romantic Star. Very well traveled from all different countries. We all got along so well together. It was definitely a highlight of my trip. I would recommend this trip highly and already have to my friends. John H..
- John, 31/07/2025 21:48, Travelled Solo
We arrived at the boat in Dubrovnik and met the very welcoming host Vedran. We were made to feel at home instantly and explored the boat which had all the facilities you would expect and a splendid hot tub on the sun deck. To say we had a blast is probably a bit of an understatement. We all got on very well as a group, and the staff were excellent – including Mio, Martina, Sylvie and the captain Vlado. We were lucky with a very hot & sunny week so the daily swim stops in coves were always welcome. And then there was the wine….. Whilst by no means experts we can now distinguish our Grk from our Vugava and discuss the styles of Posip! And for red, the ubiquitous Plavac Mali (literally ‘little blue’) was made in all sorts of styles. We visited family wineries in various locations including a fun jeep safari on the island of Brac and a local Peka dinner on Hvar. Thanks Vedran for your knowledge, unflappability and company during the week. Keep on singing those songs!!! živjeli!
- Paul & Clare, 31/07/2025 09:44, Travelled with Friend/s
Great people, nice crew & boat.
- Fernando, 29/07/2025 11:14, Travelled with Family
This is a trip to recommend for several reasons, the itinerariy is superb. Ivana our host could not have been better and the crew is fantastic. There is always room to improve on A few things like breakfast, the village dinner, but all in all very good
- Gustavo, 29/07/2025 05:12, Travelled with Family
From the minute we boarded our vessel, Esperanza we knew it would be a great holiday. The service from all of the crew was exceptional, with Dino, our tour guide providing us with valuable information and he had very sound knowledge of every destination we visited. I would place Dino as one of the best tour guides I have ever had. Martina, our front of house hostess, did an amazing job of keeping all of the guests happy in every possible way. Nothing was too difficult for her and made everyone feel happy. I would highly recommend this cruise for anyone looking for an educational and fun holiday in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Thank you Sail Croatia for the wonderful experience.
- Harold , 26/07/2025 13:27, Travelled with Friend/s
Great company with experienced staff. The rep was super friendly and knowledgeable. Will be back next year.
- Anonymous, 22/07/2025 10:11, Travelled with Family
Vi hadde en super ferie fra start til slutt. Mannskapet ombord var veldig proffesjonell og hyggelig Rent og pent ombord og nydelig mat Cruise verten vår Ivana yter 110% En sann glede for oss. Hun var både kunnskapsrik og omtenksom. Vil helt klart prøve å få hun som vår vert på neste cruise Takker for en fantastisk opplevelse
- Stig, 22/07/2025 07:42, Travelled with Friend/s
From start to finish the wine cruise was of the highest standard. Helped by the friendly crew and Captain the holiday was an unforgettable experience. The fellowship created was infectious on the trip and feels like we have made real connections onboard.. a must do!
- Michael , 22/07/2025 06:25, Travelled with Friend/s
We spent a wonderful time in Croatia, our guide Dino provided all the needed information and tips for the different destinations. Also, the crew was top notch, Martina bringing energy to breakfast and lunches and always available at the bar to help! Thanks for everything!
- Julian, 22/07/2025 06:10, Travelled with Family
I had a great time! Specially Dino and Martina contributed to do this trip very pleasent and happy. Thanks a lot!
- Cristóbal, 22/07/2025 05:14, Travelled with Family
From start to finish it was fantastic the crew the Captain all the staff couldn’t do enough for you. Ioana our guide was the life and soul of the boat. Nothing was to much trouble for her and she Explained every day what we could do ie trips Excursions ect. We met many new friends from USA to Australia. And the food was out of this world We’re already looking at next year. Regards Glenn
- Glenn, 16/07/2025 19:50, Travelled with Friend/s
Everything from pre-cruise planning with the Sail Croatia staff, to our Sail Croatia representative Vicko, to the staff and crew on Romantic Star was exceptional. Our cruise had shipmates from all over the world and everyone got along fantastically and had a wonderful time. I can honestly say that everything about this cruise was terrific and I will recommend Sail Croatia to anyone interested in visiting Croatia!
- Robert, 14/07/2025 16:34, Travelled with Friend/s
We travelled with some dear old friends and the other passengers on our cruise became new friends. Our great cruise director Vicko gave us keen insights and brought Croatia front and center.. A beautiful country with fabulous food, wine and rich history made it an unforgettable trip.
- Army , 10/07/2025 13:49, Travelled with Friend/s
Our tour leader (Mia) - first class, great communicator The other guest on the trip - a great mix of people The captain and crew of the boat - they were excellent The above items created a wonderful atmosphere The food onboard - excellent The quality of the boat (Katarina) - well designed and maintained in spotless condition The daily itinerary
- Jim, 03/07/2025 15:28, Travelled with Friend/s
Mia our guide and the entire crew of the Katarina worked so diligently to give their guests an unforgettable experience. The ship was beautiful and was kept in pristine condition. The food was gorgeous and catered very well also for we vegetarians. We enjoyed the daily swims, and of course the excursions on the islands in the fabulous weather. A highlight for us was meeting very interesting and lovely people from all over the world. The holiday of a lifetime!!
- Gerry, 02/07/2025 17:29, Travelled with Friend/s
The whole package
- Ian, 01/07/2025 05:20, Travelled with Friend/s
Sailed on the boat Katarina which was an amazing boat and my wife kept comparing the experience to 'Below Deck'!. Mia was great and really kept us informed and very helpful. Crew were friendly and the food was amazing. Great locations too and Croatia really is beautiful. Thanks Sale Croatia!
- charlie, 24/06/2025 08:53, Travelled with Friend/s
Just back from a fun-packed week on Katarina covering Split return south. Klara did a great job helping to organise onshore dining for the whole group. And the crew generally gave us a great time. Missoni Bar on Korcula was a highlight along with dinner at Mijet Island. Not forgetting the Captain's Dinner and the duo of guitarists, whose playing had everyone on the dance floor. This was my fourth visit to Croatia and has to be the best. I'll be back.
- Andrew, 11/06/2025 09:28, Travelled Solo
Small number of people on board, plus great villages and stops along the way. Service by the staff was exceptional.
- Anonymous, 11/06/2025 09:15, Travelled with Friend/s
From start to finish the cruise and the staff exeeded our expectations , what a wonderful experience. We are already discussing our next cruise !!
- David, 10/06/2025 06:26, Travelled with Family
Our tour director, Vedran, and Esperanza's crew provided us with a great experience both on board and on shore. Their hospitality was exceptional, as they made every effort to ensure our experience was outstanding. Passengers from 4 different countries made the trip even more delightful. The weather was perfect for exploring the islands. Food was excellent both on the ship and at our ports of call. Although the May water temperature was cool, swimming off the back of the Esperanza was a daily ritual that made our trip even more memorable. I can't remember the last time I had so much fun. Overall, it was a fantastic experience; I highly recommend it!
- Anonymous, 28/05/2025 14:39, Travelled with Friend/s
I would give Sail Croatia two thumbs up, 10 out of 10, 100% — or whatever else I can say to express just how amazing this experience was! The cruise was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The crew was top notch — friendly, professional, and always going above and beyond. The food was nothing short of spectacular, with delicious meals that exceeded all expectations. It was truly an unforgettable trip, and I can't say enough great things about the entire experience. If you're thinking about booking with Sail Croatia, do it — you won’t regret it!
- Anonymous, 27/05/2025 18:06, Travelled with Friend/s
Small boat with limited people.
- Bob, 27/05/2025 15:20, Travelled with Friend/s
What a wonderful week, the crew was great! Food was great! Mia was the best tour director, so friendly and attentive! Just a wonderful enjoyable week with friends.
- David, 27/05/2025 11:49, Travelled with Friend/s
The four of us set out to Croatia from Canada via Prague. From the moment we arrived the staff greeted us with humour and. Assistance. The entire trip we were able to relax and enjoy the wonderful cruise and scenic views. It was a wonderful way to spend my 50th birthday with my spouse and best friends. Throughout the cruise we were updated about excursions and opportunities to visit sites.
- Chad, 22/05/2025 08:02, Travelled with Friend/s
1) the elegance of Queen Jelena 2) the staff could not do any more to make the whole experience memorable 3) the food was excellent quality 4) the Islands were spectacular 5) extremely well organised 6) like minded passengers
- David, 20/05/2025 12:59, Travelled with Friend/s
The ship is a classic beauty nicely updated. The service,crew and food superb. Vicko our rep, always kept us well informed and did a great job. Well organised and well planned 7 days cruise. An unmissable experience!
- Edgar , 13/05/2025 13:09, Travelled Solo
The people
- Chuck, 13/05/2025 03:21, Travelled with Family
Beautiful islands, clear water, great crew & comfortable accommodations.
- Greg, 13/05/2025 01:47, Travelled with Friend/s
The cruise was great. This survey is a pia. I had written a glowing review but the program erased it because I didn't want to include my name. So there you go.
- Morpheous, 09/05/2025 13:34, Travelled with Friend/s
It was a wonderful adventure to a region of this world I had not considered venturing to before. The ship took great care of us on board and Mia, our official cat herder, did a fantastic job of steering us through a series of wonderful excursions focused both on culture, as well as the local vineyards!
- John, 06/05/2025 19:07, Travelled with Friend/s
The Captain, Crew and Cruise manager were fantastic.
- Mike, 06/05/2025 05:30, Travelled with Friend/s
The Country and Croatia were beautiful. The Yacht we were on Olympia, was beyond our expectations. The service, food, staff were excellent. After taking several cruises, Our cruise director Dino, was the best we have ever had. He made our trip. We will loook to sail with you company again after this cruise.
- Kristy’ Burnett, 29/04/2025 06:41, Travelled with Family
What an adventure! Sailing on the Olimp was fantastic. First, the cruise leader, Ioana. Wow. Dynamic, organized, fun. Not sure the cruise would have been the same without her leading the way. The ship itself was beautiful and well maintained. The staff was helpful to make sure all our needs were met. Beautiful destinations and fun history tours. Even though we were traveling with friends, the new friends we made helped make things even better. Would be happy to go again.
- Gary, 22/10/2024 15:13, Travelled with Friend/s