Ports and Crew

In each port that we arrived in the early afternoon, we enjoyed a one hour tour from a local guide. The ship company provided a pack and ear set to each person onboard so they can hear the guide as the group is led through the city streets. This saved the guide’s voice and allowed us to spread out more and enjoy the scenery. Man of the streets we explored were narrow and the ability to continue to listen to the guide through the earbuds made it easy.

 
Each guide had local knowledge and connection to the city we explored. They shared the highlights of the area, the history, and what made that place special. These special features ranged from heartbreaking story of bombs being dropped on beautiful old town in Dubrovnik or Vis being famous for a location where Mama Mia 2 was filmed. The hour was a perfect amount of time to get a feel for the new port, get familiar with the area, and also find a place to make a reservation for that evening’s dinner.
 

The crew onboard the MS Ambassador was exceptional. Our Captain and his two sons – who were our sailors – did a great job of navigating the ports and tight places. Our captain was so talented, he would also find amazing swim stops and adeptly maneuver the ship into a protected cove that was our own to enjoy. We had friendly bartenders who all knew us by name within the first few days and a talented chef. Our beds were turned down each day by the ladies who kept everything beautifully clean and we were spoiled from start to finish. Our cruise director, Ksenjia, was just the cherry on top of the entire crew. She had a wonderfully thick Slavic accent and rocked the coolest mullet you will ever see. She kept us well informed of the changing schedule that was dictated by when we’d make it to the next port and had a great sense of humor. She was patient with our many questions, helped make reservations, and did her absolute best to make sure we all were enjoying ourselves.
 

I feel very lucky to have had the experience I did with the crew and passengers onboard. Croatia was a very special and fascinating place. I am eager to return in the future to see how they have integrated their history and discovered what makes their part of the world unique and special.