Cruise Croatia will launch the MV Aretis in 2025, marking the first new-build ship in Croatia in three years, with an early spring debut. This 36-guest vessel will offer 19 seven-night cruises between Dubrovnik and Split from June to October 2025, and will expand to 24 departures in the full 2026 season.

Featuring 18 ensuite cabins, a restaurant, bar, sundeck, and jacuzzi, MV Aretis promises luxury amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, swim stops, and water sports equipment. The ship represents a 20% investment by Cruise Croatia in the Radež shipyard, emphasizing the growing demand for luxury small-ship cruising as noted by Graham Carter, the company’s chief commercial officer.