13 independent reviews for Dubrovnik to Split small ship cruise
Reviews for Dubrovnik to Split small ship cruise
Keith Walmsley review 24 Jul 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Everything! Fabulous ship, crew, other guests, locations, food, cabins.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Go with an open mind3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
ExcellentJudy Magnussen review 4 Oct 2021
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Swimming from the boat or going in a smaller boat to a quiet cove to swim.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Enjoy every minute!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I think it benefited local people.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
It was wonderful and I really loved it. We had a great tour guide and all the crew were really kind and helpful. If I had to look for any improvements, I think I found the food very average and I think they could have done something to cheer the cabins up a bit. They were a bit grey and the bathrooms smelly.Lynn Frost review 6 Oct 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Stipe singing us in to lunch with his ukulele and swimming in crystal clear waters off the back of the boat.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Relax and go with the flow, itinerary is subject to weather so don’t get hung up on particular stopping points.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
The on board dinners ( Captain’s & BBQ) took place in the quieter ports, which was a shame as we would have patronised the smaller restaurants.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Very good, had a great time, would do another in a different location.Rene Uys review 22 Sep 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Everything was fantastic2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Do everything there is to do3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Benefited local people4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Fantastic!!!Christine Murray review 17 Sep 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
All the locations we visited in Croatia were stunning! Most favourite was Korchula!!!2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Be prepared to offer a tip to the staff & cruise director.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Absolutely4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
10+. We would do it again!!!Nicki Vance review 9 Jun 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Visiting various islands, particularly Korchula and Hvar.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Come ready for any weather!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We bought quite a few local meals and drinks; it was great we had a large water bottle to refill our own bottles so didn’t buy one plastic bottle (acknowledging the large bottles are plastic but assume are refilled).4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Very good considering the poor weather. The guide, Ivana and crew of the boat were excellent. This was my first cruise and I would definitely look to do another small boat cruise again. Still not ready or want to travel on large cruise ships but small ones are good.Alex Atkinson review 4 Sep 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
It was all memorable, every day was something different to look forward to. I loved Dubrovnik old town and was glad that we booked a couple of extra nights at the start of our vacation.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Take sea shoes / surf socks as most of the beaches are pebbled and rocky to enjoy a swim in the sea. Take a handful of pegs and a small bottle of hand wash to rinse out swim wear and light weight clothing, there are a few places on the top deck to hang items out. Extend your trip with extra nights at the beginning and end in a hotel or apartment.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Visiting the small islands supported the local economies. The drinking water is safe in Croatia so take a reusable drink bottle to refill when on land sight seeing.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
It was a great vacation, well organised, good food, lovely and knowledgable crew, relaxed and casual. We were also fortunate to have a super group of guests on board, a range of ages with families and couples from all over the world - Australia, New Zealand, USA, South Africa, UK and France.Jenny Tizard review 19 May 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Our tour guide was amazing. She was really interesting and very good at organising us and everything else. Local guides were first class. The boat was spacious, clean and well designed. The crew were friendly and helpful.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
If you have any food allergies or intolerancies, communicate this when booking.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
All crew and guides were local.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
We felt very looked after, but we also had lots of opportunities to go off on bikes and go walking on our own.Carol Martin review 3 Jun 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Walking through the islands visited with plenty of time to explore. Having overnights at port, also, provided not only some night life entertainment, but also an early morning walk before departure (for those later morning departures). The lectures by Stan, our cruise program director, were useful and informative. Actually, the whole staff were very friendly and approachable - a highlight for me.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Don't forget your bathing suit....like I did! Also, bring attire for any rain or sprinkles.... like I didn't! If you are challenged by up/down steps and uneven walking terrain, be sure to ask the tour/excursion director about conditions of the tour beforehand. If you like your salads at lunchtime, you'll have to be quick as not enough was presented for 40 paying passengers. This was a 'downer' for me.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
I think the local economy was impacted, and having a small ship also cuts down on harmful impacts on marine life in the seas4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
3 out of 7 nights were spent on the mainland Croatia. I would have preferred those evenings in the islands to explore more there. Overall, I'd rate my 7 days/nights at 7 out of 10 (ten being excellent).Carol Stewart review 10 Oct 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
The experience on MV Papa Prvi was great. The crew was friendly, accommodating and very professional; we were in good hands. It was my first cruise; the boat size (max 38) was just right.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Just do it!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Each night we ate locally; this was of benefit to the communities. The bigger ships had full board.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
The cruise on the Papa Prvi was a definite 10/10!Amanda Fullerton review 3 Sep 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Swimming in the amazing cool, clear, deep blue waters of the Adriatic off remote islands.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Pack quick drying clothes. It gets hot and it is nice to be able to rinse out items.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Definitely benefitted local people. We bought meals and gifts while in port.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Wonderful! Nice guests on our cruise and a professional staff.Joan O review 16 Sep 2017
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Loved visiting Dubrovnik & the islands2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Travel light & take sea sickness tablets with you if you need to3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Used local restaurants & shops4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Wonderful - lovely mix of people & nationalities on the boatLouise Hiron review 28 Aug 2016
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Loved being able to travel around Croatia while being completely looked after. Fantastic swimming stops, amazing places to visit. Loved it.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Take your snorkels and inflatables to make those swimming stops extra fun.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes especially when we visited the smaller islands as it helps their economy.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
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