This was a fabulous holiday! There are just three reasons I couldn't give it a perfect 5. 1. "Water toys"-having only 4 "floaties" when you have 36 people on board is not enough. On vacation, no one wants to jump is the sea and tread water for the duration of the swim stop. 2. The new Contessa is lovely. However, on the top deck there was not nearly enough loungers or chairs. People were having to share or go below deck. There was plenty of space for more. 3. It is a bummer that you advertise excursions to Explorer travelers but they actually do not happen or are not reccomended. We were excited on day 1 to go river rafting but once on board heard that that actually wasn't an excursion. Same with canoeing-said you "could" go, but that it was a very bad experience. Better tour operators or excursions need to be sourced. Lola was super and responsive. Martin and Neno amazing employees! Chef Bane and Marko fab. Charlie and Tino fun on deck, and maids were wonderful.

- Anonymous, 18/06/2026 17:02, Travelled with Family

Our crew was fabulous. Lauren ( our tour guide) as well as Cesar and Kafka ( pardoned any misspellings) went above and beyond to make the experience so incredibly joyful and memorable. They showed us the best of Croatia and we are sharing our wonderful experience with all of our friends and family

- Patti, 16/06/2026 13:28, Travelled in a Couple

Great crew, beautiful boat, plenty of good food and fantastic memories

- Anonymous, 16/06/2026 05:03, Travelled with Family

Fun

- Anonymous, 16/06/2026 00:01, Travelled with Friend/s

My wife and I had an absolute blast on the 7-day Split-to-Dubrovnik Explorer cruise on the Contessa. This was our first cruise ever, and it wildly exceeded our expectations. Every stop was a treasure in it's own way, the recently renovated ship has a modern/elegant design, the cabins were spacious, food on on-board was great, crew was fantastic and friendly, and our tour guide Lola made sure we knew all the fun activities to do, and the best places to dine. Highly recommend., 5 star experience.

- Eric, 15/06/2026 14:27, Travelled with Family

The seven night cruise in Croatia was an enjoyable experience. We saw different islands, daily swims and enjoyed the staff. The food was good and was typical Croatian food, lots of meat. If you are vegetarian they will accommodate you. If you like to float on a float during the swim stops bring your own floatation as there are limited choices.. Couple things I would change are the mattresses on the beds. They were very lumpy and hard on my body. I think more towels should be given to the passengers as they only do one exchange for the entire week.

- Anonymous, 15/06/2026 13:52, Travelled with Friend/s

The staff on Contessa were excellent.. helpful and friendly. Lola was very organized and always available to answer questions or assist with restaurant reservations and suggestions. 10 out of 10.

- Anonymous, 15/06/2026 13:01, Travelled with Friend/s

We finally managed to bring some of our family with us to show them how beautiful Croatia is and how good holidaying this way is. The Captain and crew were exceptionally good this year especially our chef Kole

- Colin, 15/06/2026 12:27, Travelled with Family

Had the best time! The crew on tempera were incredible and couldn’t do enough for us. Cannot wait to go back! Thank you!

- Anonymous, 15/06/2026 11:51, Travelled with Friend/s

It was me and my husband’s first cruise. We had a great experience that exceeded our expectations. The boat has a modern decoration, the room is spacious, comfortable and clean. The crew were very professional and friendly. Lola “the cruise director” organized all the excursions and gave us many tips about the best restaurants, bars, and even ATMs, she’s very professional and sweet. I highly recommend Contessa cruise, a 5 stars experience.

- Ana, 15/06/2026 11:29, Travelled in a Couple

Spectacular

- Anonymous, 15/06/2026 09:44, Travelled in a Couple

The Mali Ante was the perfect ship to be on. The cruise food was great Croatia style meals and the drink prices were reasonable. The Captain’s dinner was perfect, as were the drinks and dancing afterwards. Our cruise director, Elena, was very helpful and knowledgeable. We cruised in early June, which I think is the perfect time to go. The water is just warm enough to swim, but the cities are not as crowded as they will be later in the summer. Recommend bringing swim shoes, an inflatable “noodle”, and maybe a 1mm neoprene swim top if you get easily cold when swimming. Also, we liked our lower cabin. Seemed to be a little roomier and quieter.

- Anonymous, 15/06/2026 07:35, Travelled in a Couple

The Croatian itinerary was fantastic, and the crew were friendly and hardworking throughout the trip. Unfortunately, the condition of the Mali Ante did not meet our expectations. The ship felt older and less well-maintained than many others we saw in port. The jacuzzi was out of service for most of the trip, our shower leaked, & our lower-deck cabin was extremely noisy whenever the engines started. The cabin was also very damp, leaving clothing and towels moist and causing some clothes to develop a musty odor. We also found what appeared to be mold or mildew staining on our bedding. Breakfast was limited to one hour each morning, no snacks were provided between meals, and guests could not bring their own snacks or drinks onboard. Drinks were expensive, and the bar tab had to be paid in cash. Considering the ship’s condition and limited amenities, the suggested gratuities felt excessive. While Croatia was beautiful, the overall experience did not provide the value we expected.

- Tiffany, 15/06/2026 07:26, Travelled with Family

We just absolutely loved our cruise. We felt like we had an actual holiday. Spent our mornings cruising to a swim spot and the afternoon and evenings exploring new islands and villages. Food and staff incredible.

- Janeen, 15/06/2026 05:29, Travelled with Friend/s

What an incredible week. The crew were absolutely amazing. Definitely the best way to see Croatia!

- Ashton, 15/06/2026 05:08, Travelled with Friend/s

Absolutely fantastic the food was amazing and all the crew on the male ante Clean and organised Trips were fab and daily info was good but could have had more interaction from the rep Captain of boat fantastic and caring for staff and visitors Highly recommend

- Anonymous, 15/06/2026 01:28, Travelled with Family

Fantastic holiday

- Anne, 15/06/2026 00:44, Travelled with Friend/s

We had an amazing time, the guys on the boat were fantastic and couldn't do enough to help us, We visited some beautiful islands and met some great people, We will be going this cruise again one day

- Matthew, 13/06/2026 21:58, Travelled with Friend/s

Our week on the Sail Croatia Explorer aboard Almissa far exceeded our expectations. Lauren and the crew were amazing, and everything ran so smoothly. The swim stops were beautiful, and the food was always delicious. A special thank you to Bobby and Marko for catering so well to gluten-free dietary requirements - we never felt like we were missing out. A huge shoutout to Ceaser and Kafka for the fun nights, great music, and always bringing the good vibes. The week truly had something for everyone, whether you wanted a social night out or an early night in (or both, like us!). What really made the trip special was the group of guests. There was such a fun mix of people and ages (we're in our mid-20s), and by the end of the week, it felt like one big happy family. We’ve left Almissa with incredible memories and couldn't recommend this experience highly enough.

- Sophia & Mia, 13/06/2026 16:32, Travelled with Family

Our Salve di Mare Explorer Cruise was truly unforgettable. From the moment we boarded, the crew made the experience feel personal, luxurious, and effortlessly fun. Our onboard representative, Matilda, was fabulous; witty, personable, organized, and always sharing history and local tidbits of each port. Marko & Vlaho mastered the balance of polished bartenders and friends, with perfect prosecco pours flowing late into the evening, then back up early each morning serving breakfast without missing a beat. Chef Bojan & sous chef Fani prepared incredible meals daily - I’m still thinking about the stuffed tomato starter. Captain Frane’s Dinner was a highlight, especially once the impromptu conga line pulled in sailors Fadil & Richard! The Salve di Mare itself is stunning; sleek, modern, impeccably clean thanks to Julija, and clearly built with pride and craftsmanship. Every port was beautiful, but some of my favorite moments were simply onboard laughing and lounging with everyone aboard.

- Bethanie, 13/06/2026 14:57, Travelled with Friend/s

I had an amazing time sailing with Sail Croatia. A huge shoutout to our trip leader, Lauren, who was fantastic throughout the journey. She had incredible knowledge about every destination we visited and always had great recommendations for things to do, places to eat, and local experiences. Her enthusiasm and expertise really enhanced the trip. The crew on the Almissa were absolutely amazing and made us feel welcome from day one. The service was exceptional, and the food on board exceeded all expectations—it was consistently delicious and one of the highlights of the trip. The overall vibe of the trip was fantastic, with a great mix of relaxation, adventure, and socialising. My favourite part was definitely the daily swim stops. Getting to jump into the crystal-clear Adriatic waters every day was an unforgettable experience. Thank you to Lauren and the Almissa crew. You guys are the best.

- Grace, 13/06/2026 14:05, Travelled with Friend/s

The week was amazing, really exceeded my expectations! Lauren our trip guide was the best, so much fun and lots of knowledge. The crew on the boat were so friendly and helpful too. Would deff come back and go on the Almissa :)

- Mikayla, 13/06/2026 14:00, Travelled with Friend/s

We booked the Explorer cruise aboard the Contessa with Sail Croatia expecting nothing more than a floating hotel and an efficient way to explore Croatia's islands. What we didn't expect was to love it so much! We chose the Contessa because of its recent retrofit. The ship felt brand new: modern, elegant, and relaxed. Our cabin was even larger than many cruise ship rooms, with a spacious walk-in shower. Having read so many bad reviews about some of the older vessels, we were thrilled with our choice, as the Contessa truly stood out. The food was consistently good. Our bartenders Martin and Nino quickly learned everyone's preferences and delivered incredible service with warmth, personality, and remarkable attention to detail. Anita, our Cruise Director, kept everything running seamlessly from start to finish. From daily itineraries and restaurant recommendations to helping guests make the most of each island, she never missed a beat. She knows how to create an unforgettable experience.

- Caroline, 09/06/2026 12:38, Travelled in a Couple

Boat, staff, and host Anita were all amazing. Definitely recommend

- CRAIG, 09/06/2026 12:28, Travelled in a Couple

We scheduled our Sail Croatia trip hoping for a Family Adventure and it was SO MUCH MORE than we had even hoped! Croatia was beautiful! Waking up every morning on the Almissa to a new swim spot was epic and the excursions were fantastic! But Without a doubt, the best part was the people…the crew and the 32 new friends that we will never forget! Lauren, our host, was fantastic! She made every excursion seamless, and her brief history of each destination befire our arrival was one of our favorite parts of the trip. Thank you to Kavka and Ceasar for keeping our drinks full and keeping us laughing! ! To Marko and Bobby for the fabulous food and sensitivity to a dairy allergy. To Geo and Chapo for making sure we were safely docked, and ready for our daily swims. And to Captain Joseph for manning the helm safely! And to all of our new friends who started out as shipmates and ended as friends! What an adventure to remember!

- Darcie, 09/06/2026 11:10, Travelled with Family

Fabulous family trip with brilliant crew and fantastic cruise director. The 7 days we spent with Sail Croatia on an Explorer cruise on the beautiful Contessa is an experience I will long remember. Anita, our cruise director kept us updated every day and was super helpful with any request we had. Thank you Anita- your knowledge of our destinations, recommendations and patience was outstanding. Bar staff, Nino and Martin were good fun and always keen to help. Thanks for the card game lesson! The rest of the crew were also helpful and responsive to any requests- food was consistently very good and catered for our meal preferences. Great tour options at each location. Looking forward to an opportunity to travel with Sail Croatia again. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Rachel, 09/06/2026 10:19, Travelled with Family

I went on the explorer cruise on the Almissa with my friends, it exceeded my expectations! The food on board was so so good, the day to day running was very smooth and I had the best time! Our guide Lauren was amazing, she made the whole experience seamless, her recommendations were fab and she was super friendly and welcoming!

- Anonymous, 09/06/2026 06:28, Travelled with Friend/s

Really enjoyable! Staff were super warm, friendly and accommodating. Thank you for a lovely week 😊

- Rhiannon, 08/06/2026 19:08, Travelled in a Couple

Unbelievable week. Everything was amazing! Food, service, Organisation, Tours and everything in between was perfection. The explorer trip on the Almissa was perfect for us ( 25 & 32 ) Good mix of party and chill and the Almissa crew are amazing.

- Jacob, 08/06/2026 14:32, Travelled in a Couple

Our trip w Sail Croatia was wonderful on all fronts. The MS Contessa was recently refurbished and felt like a brand new, luxury yacht. The crew was incredibly helpful, kind and always available as needed. And our trip guide, Anita, was the absolute best and always there to keep us having fun, providing exceptional excursion options, making sure we were always safe and providing up-to-date plans for each day, I would highly recommend Sail Croatia to anyone looking for a truly amazing vacation.

- Patrick, 08/06/2026 14:04, Travelled with Family

We loved our week seeing the islands of Croatia BBB and meeting new friends from around the world!

- Diana, 08/06/2026 08:33, Travelled in a Couple

Wow!! What a absolute amazing experience on the boat Almissa the boat was beautiful we had the most incredible guide Lauren and crew and the most amazing group of people croatia is absolutely beautiful had one of the best times of my life 100% recommend sail Croatia the explorer cruise

- Melanie, 08/06/2026 07:50, Travelled with Friend/s

Absolutely amazing. Highlight of our Euro adventures. The host and crew were amazing. Food was first class every day and night. Stunning adventures. Highly recommend. 5 stars

- Mick, 08/06/2026 07:08, Travelled with Family

My wife and I had an amazing time on board Salve Di Mare, we did the explorer cruise, which was just perfect for us, offering grear activities but was also very relaxing. Our ship was beautiful, spacious rooms, great areas for soaking up the sun and just beautiful all round. Matilda, our rep was amazing. She went above and beyond for each guest, was super friendly, gave great insights into each location we went to, helped ensure each activity and program ran smoothly. She also gave fantastic recommendations into where to eat, drink and enjoy the locations we would stop at. Matilda did an amazing job as our rep, we were super lucky to have her. A special thank you as well to our amazing crew, Captain Frane, Sailors Fadil and Richi, Waiters/Barmen Vlaho and Marko, Chefs Bojan and Fani, and our Maid Julija. You all were absolutely amazing and so great at your jobs. Thank you! We made many fantastic memories, and new friendships too. Sail Croatia is definitely a top highlight for us.

- Nixon, 08/06/2026 06:57, Travelled in a Couple

Amazing! Contessa boat is beautiful. Lower deck cabins are spacious and the ensuite bathrooms are gorgeous. Explorer cruise provided a great mix of activity, fun and relaxation. We enjoyed bike riding, zip lining and kayaking as well as relaxing in the roof top spa and drinking cocktails! Croatia did not disappoint and we couldn’t fault the Sail Croatia staff. Great friendships and memories formed. Highly recommend!

- Melinda, 08/06/2026 01:19, Travelled in a Couple

Salve di Mare is a beautiful boat. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. The lunches were delicious. Our guide Nikos was wonderful. He had recommendations for bars and restaurants and was helpful with the excursions. We had a small group and enjoyed all the guest on the boat. I cannot think of a better way to see the coast of Croatia. I would highly recommend Sail Croatia and Salve di Mare.

- Lynn, 06/06/2026 17:05, Travelled with Family

Wonderful. Great customer focused team on board. Anita was leader and very attentive and helpful Martin and Neno in the dining room were great. Joyful Joy was always ready and cheerful. Superb group. Boat clean and comfortable. Wonderful on all fronts

- Bill, 05/06/2026 10:21, Travelled with Friend/s

Best holiday ever. From the boat and the tour guide, to the stops and food. Ceili, our tour guide, was amazing - super professional but still showing us where we can find something fun, interesting, and exciting. Always came up with the best suggestions and was happy to hear our experiences at places we discovered on our own. The organized group dinners, drinks, and moments were great. Thanks for taking us up that hill Ceili!! The boat and crew need a separate review of their own to brag about how perfect they were. Stews and deck hands were great - I’ll miss my dudes, Niksha and Damir. They were on point with the service and always made sure we had what we need. The Tempera boat was great. I consider myself lucky to get a chance to “live” on the beautiful boat for a week. I spent so much time on the top deck and the salon was a great place to grab a drink and take a break from the sun. 10/10 would do this all over again!

- Daniel, 04/06/2026 11:14, Travelled in a Couple

We had an absolutely fantastic time on our 7 day Explorer cruise, aboard the Contessa! The staff were friendly and went out of their way to make everyone on board happy and comfortable! Communication was prompt and efficient and we always knew what was up next on the agenda. We loved that you could choose to excursion with the group or go explore each stop on your own. A must do trip!

- Heidi, 03/06/2026 23:51, Travelled with Friend/s

The cruise was fantastic, Ceili kept us up to date on all the things to do on each island. The crew were very friendly and helpful.

- Anonymous, 03/06/2026 07:12, Travelled with Friend/s

Fantastic. Hands down a wonderful experience. Communication, check-in, food, crew, room, excursions, swim stops.... everything was so well done. Our group of passengers was so delightful and we're already contemplating booking another Sail Croatia adventure.

- Deanna, 02/06/2026 13:36, Travelled with Friend/s

The itinerary on our 7 day Tempera cruise was great, our cabin was fantastic but unfortunately the whole experience was severly let down by incredibly poor food and service staff. Definitely not worth the money we paid for the trip.

- Anonymous, 02/06/2026 07:48, Travelled in a Couple

We had a wonderful time with the friendly staff on the Tempera we where greeted on the dock by ceili our tour guide who was Fantastic she kept us well informed the whole trip and was very helpful with any questions we had we found our cabin very comfortable and clean A great experience Highly recommend 🍹😎👍

- Anonymous, 02/06/2026 07:29, Travelled with Family

We had a fabulous time on Sail Croatia Tempera with Ceili & all our new found friends on the cruise Very relaxing & ship was well equipped & very comfortable Loved all our swim stops & the crew were beyond helpful & friendly Highly recommend a great way to see all the different islands .. Go Sail Croatia👍🇦🇺👏👙☀️🥂🍺

- Anita, 02/06/2026 07:21, Travelled with Family

Loved every minute of our cruise. Ceili was our guide and she was wonderful. The food was delicious and the crew always helpful. We had an upper cabin and loved the huge windows...waking up ever morning to beautiful views. Made many special friendships and memories. Will miss Ceili especially as she was a huge reason for all the laughter...bindng us together. Sail Croatia and Ceili are #1 ! ❤️

- Anonymous, 02/06/2026 06:55, Travelled with Friend/s

I travelled with Sail Croatia with my friend and we had a wonderful time. Ceili was our guide and she was amazing from organizing excursions, group dinners and basically anything we needed. The crew was attentive and very professional. Leaving with a new set of friends.

- Karen, 02/06/2026 06:51, Travelled with Friend/s

Try to get pics of room prior to booking-I think we had the worst room on the boat. Room 2 on Tempera has a large intrusion in the room from the next door curved staircase requiring you to hunch over on far side of bed when getting in or out. That closet opens up ONTO the bed and is almost unuseable. The tiny curved table in the room slants down so things slide off of it. The bed was comfortable and the room size decent. The breakfast was good- sausage, eggs, fruit, pastries…. but I (and many other judging by appearances) found the lunches inedible. greasy rice stuffed pepper served with cold mashed potatoes, a bowl of buttered noidles served with a small thin slice of overcooked meat served with more noodles, Very carb heavy and mostly served warm not hot. Soups and desserts were good.

- Trish, 02/06/2026 05:10, Travelled in a Couple

We had a lovely time vacationing on the Contessa. It was a fun way to spend time with old friends and meet new ones.

- Anonymous, 02/06/2026 03:54, Travelled with Friend/s

I could not have asked for better. The staff was so friendly, and the service was outstanding. Anita, our cruise manager, was fantastic and so organized. I have already told my friends and family at home that they have to book a trip with Sail Croatia!

- Lauren, 01/06/2026 19:57, Travelled with Family

What a lovely vacation! This might have been one of my favorite trips ever. The Dalmatian islands are absolutely breathtaking and I would do this exact same cruise again. The ship was nice, comfortable and clean. Ceili, our tour manager, was fun, friendly, and helpful throughout the trip. Our waiters, Nikša and Dimir, were attentive, friendly and funny. Even Peter, one of the sailors was nice enough to give us some recommendations for Dubrovnik on the last day. I highly recommend Sail Croatia and I hope to be on one of their ships again soon.

- Julian, 01/06/2026 17:41, Travelled in a Couple