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Costa: Ship

Costa Cruise Lines will wow its passengers with their passion for travel by illustrating the rich amenities of the world around them.  Famous for the architectural and decorative aspects of its ships, Costa illustrates a collaboration of esteemed architects and world renowned artists.  Currently operating a fleet of 15 ships, Costa will continue to grow always providing warm hospitality, never-ending entertainment and authentic Italian cuisine.  Upon recognizing the distinct Italian ambiance, there will be no question that you are aboard a Costa Cruise Ship.

From cruising the Eastern and Western Mediterranean to Northern Europe and the Americas, Costa Cruise Lines travels everywhere on a multitude of unique itineraries. Explore the majestic beauty of the Middle East, or sail the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, the world’s third largest ocean scattered with jewel-like islands. Let the open waters of the Caribbean call to you or explore the beauty of the Mediterranean. Delve into the wonders of South America, discover the hidden gems of the Far East and allow the Transatlantic to impress you with its beauty and culture. Wherever your sense of adventure takes you, you’re assured a delectable dining experience, exceptional service and wonderful memories aboard Costa Cruise Lines.





Accommodations

Whether you are traveling alone, with family or friends, Costa offers a variety of accommodations to meet your travel requirements.  From a cozy interior stateroom to one with a private balcony to having a beautiful ocean view, your stay aboard Costa Cruise Lines will be very enjoyable.  Staterooms are equipped with numerous amenities to cater to your travel needs.  Most rooms have a TV, radio, private safe, direct dial phone, internet access, hair dryer and a mini-bar/refrigerator.

Costa: RoomInterior

Standard cabins are reasonably spacious, with soft furnishings, warm colors and wooden accents.  Passengers will experience a taste of Italy, as the walls are dressed with original Italian art work.  All staterooms have twin beds, most of which can be converted into a queen, for your convenience.  Some include a pull-down berth to accommodate an extra occupant.  These are fully hidden when not in use.

Ocean View

Take advantage of the spectacular scenery aboard a Costa cruise from your ocean view stateroom.  Dressed with Italian accents, these spacious cabins include twin beds, some of which convert into a queen size if you require more room.  Often a pull-down berth is available to accommodate an extra passenger.  Equipped with amenities to suit your travel needs, Costa’s cabins will make your stay very comfortable.

Balcony

In addition to a wonderful view of the ocean, occupants in the Balcony stateroom can enjoy their privacy while overlooking the ship and the surrounding scenery from their personal balcony.  Guests aboard Costa Cruise Lines will enjoy the Italian inspired ambiance of their comfortable cabins, which are equipped with amenities to suit their travel needs.  For convenience, the existing twin beds can often be converted into a queen size.  Furthermore, a pull-down berth may be available in some cabins for additional guests.

Costa: RoomSuites

The suites aboard Costa Cruise Lines are often referred to as "La Dolce Vita", meaning The Suite Life.  This little play on words clearly indicates that you will be staying in the lap up luxury.  Enjoy having your own personal butler, a spacious bathroom, whirlpool tub, an expanded sitting area, panoramic windows and a private balcony.  Advantages of staying in a Costa Suite include VIP status and luxuries such as sparkling wine, fresh fruit delivered daily, complimentary bathrobes and slippers, dining privileges and special treatment all around.

Spa Staterooms*

For the spa lover, Costa Cruise Lines offers exclusive cabins and suites inside the spa area, where guests will have unlimited access to the Samsara Spa and thalassotherapy pool. In addition, guests will be pampered with a special welcome ritual consisting of a selection of regenerating treatments. Guests will also be treated with thoughtful amenities for their comfort and convenience, such as a flat screen TV, a stylish bath accessories set and the privilege of ordering from the wellness menus at the Samsara Restaurant.

*Note: Only available on Costa Serena and Costa Concordia.

Onboard Activities and Amenities

Theatre

Catch a Broadway style show in Costa Cruise Lines’ theatre where their dancers and singers will amaze and entertain guests with glitz, glamour, and special effects.  

Onboard Classes

Immerse yourself in the world of Italian style cruising with Italian cooking lessons and Italian language classes. You can also attend cooking demonstrations, dance classes, and port and shopping lectures so you can learn the utmost about every port of call you visit. Or come out and meet new friends as you attend an art auction, bridge games and trivia contests.

Golfing

If you’re looking to improve your golf game, there is often an experienced golf-pro on board Costa Cruise Lines, offering clinics and lessons.  Please note that additional charges apply for these services.  Other amenities may include a practice driving cage and putting greens.

Fitness Facility

Calling all fitness buffs to the gymnasium.  Fitness facilities include aerobics rooms where you can either "do it yourself", using free weights and cardio equipment, or take part in one of many instructed classes.  Enjoy a relaxing yoga class or release your energy during an intense kick-boxing class.  Please note that some of these specialty classes may cost extra.

Spa

Pamper yourself and relax in the soothing Samsara Spa aboard Costa Cruise Lines.  The word "samsara" comes from Sanskrit and refers to the continual spiritual quest for a divine state of balance and beauty. A variety of treatments are available, so indulge and take advantage of this luxurious opportunity.  Inspired by Oriental traditions, the Samsara Spa offers Ayurvedic treatments originating from the ancient Indian healing tradition, cleansing and nourishing therapies, and deep tissue massages, among others so you can feel totally at peace while cruising with Costa.  The Samsara Spa also features salon services such as Indian milk and honey manicures and pedicures with marma point massages. Spa packages are also available and can be booked ahead of time. And, for the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation, book a spa stateroom located exclusively inside the spa area, where you will have unlimited access to the Samsara Spa and thalassotherapy pool*.

*Note: Please see a full description of Costa’s spa staterooms above, under "Accommodations".

Casino

The Vegas inspired atmosphere aboard Costa Cruise Lines will have you gaming all night long.  Try your luck at the tables and slots during your cruise and take your entertainment level up a notch.

Nightlife

Costa Cruise Lines has activities to keep you entertained throughout the entire day, but things really heat up at night.  Following a casual drink in the Venetian-style lounge, make your way to the lively nightclub and onto the dance floor to cut a rug.  Broadway style shows are a big hit frequented by many cruise guests.  Enjoy a high-energy production put on by the onboard resident troupe of singers and dancers.   The fun is never-ending aboard Costa Cruise Lines.    

Dining

Costa: Dining RoomDining shouldn’t be rushed, so feel free to do so at your leisure aboard Costa Cruise Lines.  Whether you choose to dine out formally at 7pm or in the comfort of your stateroom at 9pm, the authentic Italian cuisine is sure to please.  Costa prides itself on catering to its guests, providing menus that accommodate their needs.   Options include everything from a health conscious spa menu, to a casual buffet to deluxe dining in a specialty restaurant.  For your convenience, cozy bistros serve pizza, gelato, and specialty coffee around the clock.  Dining options for your young ones are also available including a Kids Menu and Beverage Card, and ice cream, Nutella, and chocolate evening parties. Room service is also available 24 hours a day.

Cruising with Family

Costa Cruise Lines specializes in providing ongoing recreational and physical activity to keep your family entertained.  Everything from the cuisine, to shopping, to leisure activities is designed with each guest’s interests at heart.  If you plan to travel with children, Costa offers a wonderful kids program full of exciting pirate treasure hunts, pizza parties and so much more.  Morning, afternoon, and evening Costa Cruise Line provides activities for children ages 3 to 17. Families can participate in fun onboard activities like karaoke, bingo, and talent shows. And, Costa provides two themed dinners from pirates, to video game world so that parents can have a romantic evening while assured of the fact that their youngsters are well taken care of and having fun!

Costa Cruise Lines offers fun activities for every age group to ensure that you and your family have a fantastic vacation:

Ages 3-6

The kids in the Mini Club will be kept entertained with t-shirt paining, creativity and imagination courses, treasure hunts, games and tournaments in the pool, ice cream, Nutella and chocolate parties, and an evening at the circus!

Ages 7-11

Kids in the Maxi Club will have so much fun meeting new friends with edutainment activities in collaboration with the WWF, treasure hunts, an interview with the captain, group dancing lessons, fun fair and face painting and fun sports activities including volleyball, basketball, table tennis, hoops, and bowling.

Ages 12-14

Kids ages 12 to 14 in the Teen Junior Program will be thrilled playing volleyball, basketball, football, tennis and water polo. They can play video games on a giant screen, paint t-shirts, make necklaces, go on a treasure hunt, and have a guitar party under the stars with pizza and soft drinks. They’ll also have the chance to get to learn hip-hop dance, juggling, and magic tricks.  

Ages 15-17

Teens will have fun with international karaoke, beach parties, Tex Mex and Asian dinners, barbeques and pizza. They can participate in Olympicteen and swimming pool games, bowling, shuffleboard, take part in tournaments of boys against girls, and learn how to hip-hop or Latin dance.

Weddings

Planning to tie the knot?  There’s nothing more romantic than an elegant cruise wedding.  Costa offers exquisite wedding packages for a fraction of the cost of a traditional hometown wedding.  Leave all the planning to the experienced ship staff and just enjoy yourself.  All you have to decide is where you’d like this beautiful wedding to take place and the venues are endless.  From exchanging vows in the cozy shipboard chapel, on a rooftop garden in Italy or in the port of your choice, you will be guaranteed to have the dream wedding you’ve always wanted.  Honeymoon and anniversary packages are also available.

Meetings at Sea

Costa Cruise Lines can provide you with the boardroom space, hardware, dining facilities and personnel to ensure an efficient and enjoyable conference setting.  Take advantage of business cruising options to initiate teambuilding and to reward your staff for a job well done, with a little work on the side of course.




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