Cruise Croatia to welcome new 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.”