Luxury small cruise ship line Cruise Croatia has revealed it will operate a newbuild ship in 2025. The 36-guest MV Aretis is the first of its kind to be built in Croatia in three years. It will join the Cruise Croatia fleet in early spring next year, offering 19 seven-night departures from Dubrovnik to Split, and vice versa, from June 7 to October 11. For 2026, she will operate the full summer season offering 24 departures.
Cruise Croatia has partnered with the Radež ship yard in Korcula and made a 20% investment in the build process, allowing exclusive use of MV Aretis through 2025, 2026 and 2027.
The ship will feature 18 en-suite cabins measuring up to 160 sq ft. A restaurant and bar area will be on the upper deck, while the outside of the ship will have a sundeck and covered outdoor lounge area with sofas, sun loungers and a jacuzzi.
MV Aretis will offer swim stops throughout its cruises, and be equipped with stand-up paddle boards, a sea kayak, floaties, goggles, snorkels and fins in various sizes. Additionally, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea, coffee and filtered water will be available.
Graham Carter, chief commercial officer of Cruise Croatia, said: “We’re very proud to announce the introduction of MV Aretis to the Cruise Croatia fleet. Demand for luxury small-ship cruising is growing, as guests seek out holidays with a difference, exploring destinations that larger vessels simply cannot visit. MV Aretis will be one of the most stylish and elegant ships ever built in Croatia, offering a luxurious and intimate cruise experience. We cannot wait to welcome guests onboard.”
For more information visit www.cruisecroatia.com.
About Cruise Croatia
Cruise Croatia is a small-ship cruise line established in 2019 and specialising in exceptional sailings in Croatia. Operating the newest fleet of small ships in the country, guests enjoy seven-night cruises navigating the Dalmatian coast on departures from May to October annually. The luxury, up to 164ft ships house a maximum of 19 spacious cabins, many with private balconies. A proven local network sees authentic experiences and excursions.
Cruise Croatia is part of the Unforgettable Travel Group, a leading luxury travel company with offices in London, New York, Melbourne, Split and Athens. In addition to Cruise Croatia, it operates the market-leading luxury brands Unforgettable Greece, Unforgettable Croatia and the Unforgettable Travel Company.
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