Alisaクルーズボート, クロアチア

Our voyage on the Alisa: the treasure was all on board.

Since childhood I have always been enchanted by the idea of being a pirate, so this opportunity to sail the Adriatic coast in an authentic Turkish gulet seemed a wonderful way to celebrate a milestone birthday. It was! Captain Mario and his crew could not have possibly been better hosts, welcoming us aboard and charming us with their kindness, humor, and knowledge of the sea and the area. Skillful Captain Mario, like the basketball player and fan that he is, pivoted around bad weather and sailed us into coves and protected areas whenever necessary to avoid rain and maximize the late-season sunshine. We woke to substantial breakfasts with excellent coffee as well as treats (donuts! pain-au-chocolat fresh from the bakery!) and ate hearty Croatian meals (soups, seafood pasta, gnocchi, tortellini) with lots of surprises including gelato and, yes, birthday cake. Board on the Alisa is breakfast and one large meal a day, and captain was so flexible about moving mealtime to accommodate what was happening in port, offering a substantial lunch when we planned a romantic dinner or there was a fish festival, and serving dinner (or "linner") to allow us an unbroken day sightseeing in port. He is an authoritative captain and yet takes the needs and requests of his passengers so seriously. He also was vigilant about our safety, during the week he carefully tended a tiny cut on my foot with disinfectant and a band aid and brought a guest to the doctor for a prescription that allowed him to feel better. Nothing is going to mar the experience for a guest on Captain M's watch! The Alisa is a beautiful and majestic ship; she is NOT a superyacht with white glove service and a stiff, formal, uncomfortable vibe. We enjoyed a week of casual fun and unforgettable experiences; experienced the sublime beauty of the crystal sea and spectacular coastline, and shared unforgettable memories, from sunsets and dolphins to squid fishing and spectacular falls from the SUP (stand up paddleboard). What a refreshing reset for a milestone birthday; what a rare and wonderful way for a childhood fantasy to come true.

にお勧め

The knowledge, experience, and kindness of Captain Mario and his crew. The classical beauty of the Alisa. The stunning views and experiences of the Dalmatian coast.