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Unforgettable experience

This cruise was absolutely amazing, the ship is magnificent, the crew is bending over backward to help you in any way possible, the food was delicious in every meal and for every taste.
So so worth it.

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Ray Saturday, June 3, 2023

Trip of a lifetime!

Just returned from a seven day cruise with Running on Waves. It was truly amazing in every way. The ship is gorgeous, the staff exemplary, food amazing and activities wonderful. The shop held 47 passengers which allows for such a rich and wonderful experience. I absolutely recommend this cruise! I will never forget it!!!

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Camille Wall Saturday, June 3, 2023

Luxury sailing yacht. Best way too see the Greek isles!

My wife and I were looking for a smaller, relaxed cruise ship to see as many of the greek islands as possible. We did a random google search and found Running On Waves, which had great reviews everywhere we looked. We trusted the reviews and booked it. We’re glad we did! We’ve traveled all over the world and have a pretty discerning taste for service/accommodations and both the crew and the boat amazed us. Attentive, friendly service and the crew really felt like family by the end of the vacation. Our room was very spacious! We were pleasantly surprised by the size of the bathroom/shower. Great sailing themed room with comfortable beds. The housekeeping was on point as well. There was never a single time that our room was not serviced with fresh towels, soap, etc. We really can’t say enough about how great it was. Don’t think, just book!

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CruiseCritic community member Tuesday, June 13, 2023

I had seen a travel influencer post this trip last summer and thought wow I had never thought of traveling this way. Small ship, sailing through the Greek islands. It looked amazing. I was hesitant because I couldn't really find much information or reviews but I thought let's just go for it, and I booked on a whim. I have traveled on many different lines from Princess to Disney to Crystal. But I had never done a ship like this and didn't know what to expect. Running on Waves far exceeded my expectations and we had the trip of a lifetime. The boat is absolutely beautiful. Small enough that you feel like you're on someone's personal sailboat, but luxurious enough that your every need is taken care of. We had one of the larger main deck cabins and I definitely recommend that. We had plenty of space and it didn't feel like we were on such a small boat. The crew was fantastic. Robert, the hotel manager, is an absolute gem. He worked all day every day to make sure everyone was having a wonderful experience. The food was fresh and delicious and every evening Robert would cook up a specialty pasta for us, every bowl made with love. Our stops were islands I had previously never been to, with the exception of Santorini, but they were incredible to discover. Each island had its own beauty and each island was completely different. Our favorites were Syros and Milos. I would never have even thought to visit them without this itinerary. We had opportunities on this boat that you would never have on the big ships. Visiting these smaller islands, climbing the mast, and even jumping off the ship into the Aegean Sea on our final day. I could go on and on about Running on Waves. If you have the opportunity to book on this incredible ship please take it. You will not regret it.

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Anonymous Thursday, June 15, 2023

The ship is like a diamond - everything was perfect and shiny!

We were the only Australians of 22 passengers, on our June trip through the Cyclades, but everyone spoke excellent or charming English and were very friendly.
The staff were sooooo helpful.
Nothing was too much trouble.
They were always happy and keen to make us happy.

Breakfast was at 8am but I was always welcome in the saloon at 7.15am as they were setting up.
I was doing travel planning on my laptop and preferred the firm, flat surface of the dining table.
I was offered fresh squeezed orange juice by Malvin and my espresso coffee by Taier.

The dining experience on board was amazing -with a varied menu which included exceptional Greek dishes.
I also loved the tuna tartare on avocado!
It was such fun to see Robert every night preparing his unique and delicious pasta station!
I loved his risotto with porcini mushrooms.

The on-off boarding for the tender transfer to shore was always safe and I felt very looked after by the sailing crew.

Robert (Tour Director) was always thinking of our welfare and was so kind and efficient in arranging an exclusive appointment in a hospital on the island of Ios.
My husband, John, needed a Medical Doctor to remove stitches on his head from a surgical procedure which had been done before we left Australia a week before. (It was a great success!)

The special touches like the bubbles on boarding on the first night, the pink Prosecco to toast the Santorini Sunset and the Photo Safari on the final night were amazing.(A photo safari is when the passengers are in the tender circling the ship when it is in full sail. A magnificent sight!)

This ship is like a diamond - everything was perfect and shiny!

I cannot recommend it more highly and the experience is in the top 10 of a lifetime of many unique travels.

Date of experience: June 10, 2023

Source: https://www.trustpilot.com/reviews/64970c3c8b366a12dc95da4a

 

Dr Janet Hall Saturday, June 24, 2023

A journey we will never forget!!!

On 06/10/2023 we arrived on board as guests,felt as friends for seven days and left the ship
06/17/2023 with tears in the eyes.

Thanks to crew wich made everything (and a bid more) possible !!!

Hendrik & Andrea

Date of experience: June 17, 2023

Source: https://www.trustpilot.com/reviews/64996e93a2db4776ccad8699

 

Hendrik Koenig Monday, June 26, 2023