Adriatic Cruises

The currency in countries in the Adriatic is the Euro (EUR). Many establishments accept major credit cards, although it is a good idea to carry some Euros in cash with you just in case.

Many languages are spoken across the nations with coastlines on the Adriatic Sea. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Italy, Montenegro, and Slovenia each have their own languages and dialects.

The southern portion of the Adriatic has a typical Mediterranean climate with dry, hot summers. The upper portion of the Adriatic is more humid with a climate which is classified as subtropical. Average temperatures in the summer months fluctuate between 25°C and of 30°C but can vary up to 20°C from area to area.

Cruising to the Adriatic in the spring and autumn months means cooler temperatures and fewer crowds of tourist. The summer months are peak travel season but are the best time of year for Adriatic cruises if you want hot, sunny days.

Pack lightweight, breathable clothes that can be used to cover up during hot days ashore or visiting churches. A light jacket and long trousers are a good idea for the evenings; comfortable shoes for walking and sun protection are a must.

The Adriatic sits between a string of countries and has long acted as a hotbed of culture. Civilizations have grown up, traded and flourished thanks to the region’s abundance of nature and strategic locations for trade. Cruising to the Adriatic means you can visit a long list of the famous countries and sights in the part of Europe in one trip.

Cruises from the UK to the Adriatic leave from either Portsmouth or Dover. The route takes you along the coast of Portugal, Spain and into the heart of the Mediterranean.