Costa Cruises brings over 50 years of experience to its passengers and is considered Europe's #1 cruise line. Costa offers an "Italian Style" cruise experience in a warm, relaxing environment that's festive, elegant, and service-oriented. Its fleet spans the globe, offering cruises to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and South America.

Guests can head for the lively casino, pulsating with the excitement of blackjack and poker tables, the roulette wheel, and the jingling of slot machines. There are intimately designed dance floors, perfect for "high stepping" to a capriccio, and sweeping ballroom floors ideally suited for classical dances.

Passengers enjoy musical revues and live performances by comedians, acrobats, and mime artists. Guests can relax or step up to the microphone and enter a karaoke contest in Venetian-style lounges and piano bars.

Costa's festive theme nights include the tarantella dancing and pizza tossing of Festa Italiana, the ice carving and conga lines of Notte Tropical, and the Caribbean cruise toga party, Roman Bacchanal.

Boutiques are filled with Venetian glass figurines and Italian leather goods, and the statue garden reflects Italy's artistry and beauty. Italian cooking classes and onboard lectures allow guests to return home with a new recipe and piece of mind.

The fitness center features state-of-the-art Technogym equipment, free weights, an aerobics area, and a sauna. Fitness instructors teach aerobics, stretch, and dance classes and help guests achieve personal fitness goals.

Guests can soothe mind, body, and soul in the spa. Along with Turkish and Roman steam baths, passengers can unwind and choose from a range of treatments, including hydrating seaweed wraps, shiatsu, and aromatherapy.

On deck, guests can exercise on the jogging track, tee off with a private golf lesson, and enjoy a game of water polo or bocce ball. Outdoor relaxation is also available in the pool and Jacuzzi.

Costa offers supervised interactive programs for children and teens ages three to 17. Activities include costume parties, board games, pizza parties, junior aerobics, pirate treasure hunts, face painting, masquerades, video game tournaments, karaoke contests, and Italian lessons. Caribbean cruises include "Parents Night Out," where parents are able to enjoy some free time for two nights during their cruise while kids partake in a dinner buffet and evening activities.

Costa offers several dining options. Delightful six-course meals are served amidst Roman pillars and Italian marble in the main restaurant. Guests can enjoy gala dinners, midnight buffets, and lighter choices from the spa menu. European chefs prepare authentic Italian cuisine along with traditional and exotic dishes ranging from prime rib to West Indian crab cakes. Cozy bistros serve authentic Italian pizzas, gelato, cappuccino, and espresso. Additionally, room service is available 24-hours a day.