Itinerary
Croatia August 17-24 2024
Friday August 16
Dubrovnik
~11pm Unofficial Pre-Cruise meet up at Milk Bar
Saturday August 17
Dubrovnik
2pm Embark on boat
4pm Welcome Drinks & Mixer
Explore Dubrovnik at leisure
Dinner at leisure
Sunday August 18
Dubrovnik-Slano
Breakfast on board
9am Depart Dubrovnik
Swim stop
Lunch on vessel
~2pm Arrive in Slano
Bus to town of Ston
Oyster Tour (optional) 35 Euros per person
Explore town of Ston at leisure
6:30pm Meet bus at designated point for bus back to Slano
"Kaftans & Cocktails" Welcome Dinner on board
Monday August 19
Slano - Mljet
Breakfast on board
Swim Stop
Lunch on vessel
Arrive in Mljet (boat docks in Pomena)
National Park (optional) 25 euros entrance fee
8:30pm "Sail Away With Me" Captain’s Dinner on boat
Tuesday August 20
Mljet - Korkcula
Breakfast on board
Swim stop
Lunch on vessel
1 Hour Guided Walking tour in Korkula upon disembarkation
Guests to explore at leisure
Dinner at leisure in Korkula
Wednesday August 21
Korkula - Vis
Breakfast on board
Swim Stop
Lunch on vessel
Arrive in Vis
Guests to explore at leisure
"Golden Hour" Dinner on board
Thursday August 22
Vis - Bisevo - Hvar
Breakfast on board
Blue Caves (optional) 25 euros entrance fee
Swim Stop
~2pm Arrive in Hvar
Peak Traditional Lunch at Hora Estate local vineyard
Explore Hvar at leisure
Dinner at leisure
Friday August 23
Hvar - Split
Breakfast on board
Swim Stop
Lunch on vessel
1 hour Guided Walking Tour of Split upon disembarkation
Dinner at Leisure
Saturday August 24
Split
Breakfast on board
~10am Disembarkation after Breakfast
Safety & Etiquette
A major reason Ursula Hosting and beard & compass have been so successful in planning group trips is because we strive to put together a great group of people. We understand vacation is a time to getaway, let your hair down and have a great time. With that said, it is our ultimate goal to provide a safe & welcoming space for everyone on board. It is our hope that our guests will be kind, courteous and inclusive and help us maintain our mission of bringing our community together for shared experiences.
We ask that you listen to crew member instructions and safety protocol. Follow all rules of the boat and from the captain. Also, please be on time for excursions and departures from port.
And, lastly, have fun.
Your cruise director, the crew, and your hosts, Nelson, Jeremiah & Brandon, are here to make sure you all have the best time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help this make this one of your best holidays yet!
What's Included & Not Included?
Included
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All breakfasts and lunches are included. Three on-board dinners are also included.
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On-board WiFi is free and included.
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Peka traditional Croatian Lunch on the Hora Estate in Hvar is included.
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On-board WiFi is free and included.
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Port & Tourist tax included
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Walking tours in Korkula & Split, including gratuity.
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Each guest will receive one beach towel; additional towels available for rent
Not included
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Dinner at leisure in Dubrovnik, Kurkula, Hvar & Split and this is NOT included.
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The Oyster tasting experience in Ston is NOT included. It costs 35 euros per person. We highly recommend this tour.
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Entrance to Blue Caves and Mljet National park is NOT included. The cost is 25 euros per person for each entrance.
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Alcohol is NOT included but can be purchased at the on-board bar. Prices are quite reasonable (i.e. cocktails 11 euros).
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Other off-board excursions, unless otherwise specified, are NOT included.
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Airfare and airport transfers are NOT included.
Theme Nights
On Sunday August 18th, we will have a Welcome Dinner on Board. The theme is "Kaftans & Cocktails."
On Monday August 19th, we will host a Captain's Dinner on-board. The theme is "Sail Away With Me". We will have music and mingling on the top deck following dinner.
On Wednesday August 21st, we will have dinner on-board. The theme is "Golden Hour." Following dinner there will be a party on the rooftop deck.
Music will be provided by Atlanta's very own DJ Delaney.
Tipping Guide
Suggested tip per passenger (in cash)
Cruise director - 35 euro for the week per passenger
Crew - 50 euro for the week per passenger
Cruise Hosts - tip at your discretion
Travel Tips
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Check to make sure you passport does not expire within 6 months of your date of arrival in Europe.
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Getting cash out of an ATM will generally give you the best exchange rate. When prompted, you should always accpet the conversion rate in the local currency.
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Whenever using your credit card, if given an option to choose between the local currency and USD, always chose local currency for best exchange rate.
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Notify your credit cards of your travel plans.
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Check with your mobile provider to see if Croatia is included in your international plan. AT&T for example, has an add-on plan that costs $10 per day for use in Croatia. Verizon has similar rates.
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Verify your flight information and double check luggage restrictions.
Packing List Recommendations
Passport (that does not expire within 6 months of arrival date in Europe)
Prescription medications & over-the-counter meds
Swim wear
Flip-flops
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Theme night attire
Phone Charger
Voltage Converter
M.S. Diamond Info
Built: 2015, preparing for refit in 2023 for season 2024. Length: 50 m; Width: 8,6m
Refit includes change of all wooden windows and new black glass panels will be installed, complete refurbishment of main restaurant, full refurbishment of cabins.
Maximum occupancy: 38 passengers
Voltage: 220v
Passengers cabins: 10 - double/twin cabins on the main deck ; 6 double/twin cabins and 2 triple cabins on the lower deck
Crew members: 8
A popular vessel to cruise Croatia’s waterways, the MS Diamond is a stunning 50 metres long and 8.8 metres wide deluxe vessel. Built in 2015, the ship underwent a refurbishment at the end of the 2023 cruise season and was updated with modern, state-of-the-art equipment and amenities. Each cabin comes equipped with air conditioning, safe, wardrobe, hairdryer, TV and toiletries.
The vessel has an outdoor lounge, swim platform, bar and restaurant, it provides the perfect intimate setting for solo or group travelers alike. No doubt a pleasure to cruise on, the MS Diamond is sure to be the highlight of any Croatian adventure!
Restaurant Recommendations
Restaurant Reservations are not generally required or needed.
Dubrovnik
Restauran Kopun
Restaurant Nautika
Restauran Arsenal
Fish Restaurant Proto
Korčula
Konoba Maslina
Konoba Marco Polo
Konoba Adio Mare
Restaurant “Aterina”
Konoba Belin Žrnovo
Hvar
Mediterraneo Dine&Wine
Dalmatino
Restaurant Park Hvar
Restaurant Hanibal
Split
Restaurant Bajamonti
Restaurant Brasserie On 7
Restaurant Zora Bil