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Luggage tags are used when boarding to allow the identification and delivery of your baggage to your cabin. On board, at the end of the cruise, you will receive your tags indicating your priority, to facilitate disembarkation. Please note that it is mandatory to attach tags to your baggage.
With Bag Express, your bags will be picked up directly from home and placed in your cabin at an affordable cost. You can book this service online by logging on to MyCosta, entering the MyCruise section, or by calling the dedicated number.
It’s a nominal and staff discount that entitles you to a 10% discount on your next cruise (excluding port and registration fees, service fees and any flights). You are entitled to the Premium discount if you buy a Premium cabin, a Suite or a Samsara and it can be used to buy a future cruise, not including world tours and their flights, and cruises to the Far East, departing within 1 year after the end of the trip on which you accrued your discount.
Classic fare cabins offer you all the comfort of a higher-class cabin at cheaper rates, along with the freedom to access the services and facilities on offer.
However, Premium fare cabins enjoy a higher level of Costa comfort with free services: the choice between first or second service at dinner, first breakfast service on request and 24-hour room service.
Costa Cruises provides many advantageous opportunities for purchasing a cruise. Family Specials ensure an affordable holiday for families of two adults and one or two children under 18 years, who pay only airport taxes and registration and service fees; Family Spaces are tailored for families who want to combine convenience and comfort; One-and-a-Half guarantees special rates for an adult travelling alone with one child. In addition to promotions for families, Costa offers a honeymoon rate for couples on their honeymoon, groups bookings of more than 8 cabins, Basic, Last Minute, Roulette and Light rates (available on cruises that include different departure and disembarkation ports). Stay in touch with us to receive updates, as Costa will always surprise you with many offers throughout the year.
Simply complete all the required fields to complete online check-in and get your boarding pass. Please be careful when filling out the email field: the address must be unique and only one is required per reservation, but if you add it for all passengers, each must have their own.
In the phone number field, remember to enter the international prefix (+1 not 001) for landlines and mobiles.
To access Web Check-in simply enter MyCosta by entering the last name of one of the passengers and the reservation number. Web Check-in is located within the MyCruise section.
The services you have chosen for your cruise can be found summarised in the "Basket" section. From there you can choose whether to confirm them, change them or delete them. Once decided, you can go ahead with the booking. Remember: you have until 3 days prior to departure to change your mind at no extra cost. After his time, each service booked will be charged to your account.
All services booked before departure can be paid for on board.
The luggage is handled during boarding and disembarking by Costa staff using a simple labelling system, so you don't have to move around the ship with suitcases. Once your baggage is on board, you don’t have to worry about a thing: a Costa staff member will deliver it to your cabin at no charge. Because of security checks carried out on all bags, baggage delivery may be extended up to two hours after departure.
Please remember to label all your baggage carefully: in the event of doubt or difficulties, you can always count on our staff to help you.
On the day prior to disembarking you will receive labels to attach to your luggage, which you should leave outside your cabin to be collected by staff to ensure a smooth disembarkation.
During boarding and disembarkation, we advise you to keep hold of your hand luggage, personal belongings and documents at all times. Also, remember that strollers must be carried as hand luggage.
Once you have purchased your cruise, you can personalise it through MyCosta by booking drinks packages, excursions (CostaTours!), products and services associated with the chosen route. Package availability and price may vary depending on cruise duration and destination.
Once you have purchased your cruise, by accessing MyCosta, you can look up and book the tours available for each stop.
If you book your cruise with Total Comfort or Deluxe tariff you will enjoy this valuable opportunity: the more you book, the more you save! Book a trip prior to departure and all the subsequent trips booked before departure or on board will entitle you to a discount. The discount is valid for the excursion with the lowest price. You can easily pay for all
To book your cruise online, you can visit your travel agent, call our Contact Center or request a
If you are on board and you're already thinking about your next vacation, our Personal Cruise Consultant will be available to suggest new destinations and offer you the very best deals.
You have three payment methods to choose from:
- Deposit and Balance directly by credit card. If you choose this mode, the system enables you to make a balance by
- Deposit by credit card and balance transfer.
- Deposit and balance transfer.
To register, click on "Register" and enter the information required. Please note that all fields marked with an asterisk are mandatory. In the "Password" field, you can enter a word of your choice containing a minimum of 8 alphanumeric characters (including letters and numbers). Please note that site registration allows you to sign up to the CostaClub at the same time. You can view your current club membership (from Ambra to Perla Diamante) and your CostaClub points accumulated so far.
To receive the discount code and then receive a special Premium discount, simply leave us an email address and/or mobile phone number before the end of the cruise. There are several ways: enter your email address and/or cell phone number on MyCosta (MyCruise section), register on the site or at the Totems on board or subscribe to the Costa Club.
It will not be possible to provide the data required to receive the Premium discount immediately after the end of the cruise. To receive a special discount, simply state the code received when reserving your next cruise. Remember, Premium discount is valid one year from the date of disembarkation of your last cruise.
Once you have purchased your cruise, you can personalize it via MyCosta, booking drinks packages, excursions (CostaTours!), products and services associated with the route you have chosen. Product availability and pricing may vary depending on the cruise duration and destination. Customizing your cruise is quick and easy, please log into MyCosta with the last name and booking number to make your vacation special before you even leave! Book now and pay on board!
Once on board, our staff will show you how to reach your cabin. You will find the Costa Card on the bed. Please note that all even-numbered cabins are located on the left side of the ship and odd ones on the right.
You will find the specific directions to reach your port of departure in MyCosta in the MyCruise section by stating your point of departure, and we will provide you with directions.
When boarding, check your cabin number on your cruise ticket. You can go there directly. You will find your key on the bed. Your luggage will be delivered to your cabin as soon as possible.
The tours require a minimum number of participants and the price includes transport, a guide and entrance fees to museums and monuments. Meals and drinks are only included when specified. Children and teenagers benefit from price reductions of between 10% to 30%. Children under three years of age are free of
From standard meals (drinks not included) to activities on board, from sports and wellness
You must know the full name and date of birth of all the guests travelling with you. Booking online is simple: once you have chosen your cruise, you simply follow the booking process that tells you
All cabins are modern in style and offer small and large comforts. In each are: air conditioning with thermostat, flat-screen satellite TV, safe, minibar and 24-hour room service, a steward who is always available (surcharge depending on cabin choice during purchase), WiFi (surcharge), soap and liquid soap for the shower and linen (sheets and towels), changed regularly. Every morning, the cabin and bathroom will be cleaned and organized. Every evening, as well additional cleaning with trash removal, there will be a replacement of pool towels and towels left on the floor and a ready-made bed to welcome you for the night, blinds closed and the lights on.
The Samsara cabins and Suites are luxurious, stylish and comfortable environments that guarantee unlimited privileged access to the spa area. Samsara cabins and suites offer continental breakfast served in your cabin on request, 24-hour Room Service, bathrobe and slippers, double CostaClub points, and a Premium discount of 10% off your next cruise. Also, you in the Samsara Suites you’ll find all the details of the Costa ship Suite, plus some special features: purifying filter shower, an essence diffuser, bathroom scales and a kettle with a selection of aromatic teas.
Suites are spacious, comfortable, airy and enhance the view of the sea even more. Buying a cabin Suite will offer you the following: Connoisseur drinks package (not included for guests who buy a World Tour cruise), dedicated restaurant, priority boarding and disembarkation at the terminal with private VIP area, personal butler, personalised invitations to special events and special daily access to the spa area of the ship. You’ll also have Deluxe privileges
If you book a guaranteed cabin (referred to as G0000), after booking you will be assigned an equal or higher category at the same price in the selected category, although it may have different amenities. Assigning a category higher than that purchased as guaranteed and/or on the basis of any commercial promotions will not entail the possibility for passengers to enjoy the relevant privileges and rights. The same or higher level as assigned above may be without a double bed and/or equipped for disabled persons.
You can reserve one cabin at a time online, the Costa ship cabins can accommodate up to four guests, except the Costa Diadema, which has larger cabins that can accommodate up to five people. On other ships, families with three children can travel comfortably in two cabins with the Family Spaces promotion. Also, the customization of your cruise through MyCosta can be carried out online for a maximum of four people for each registration (except for those who bought a quintuple cabin on Costa Diadema). If you are travelling with more than four people, please refer to our Contact Center or your travel agent and you can book without any problems.
You will find this information at the top of the ticket in a box.
Check availability, rates and terms applied at the parking lots of the ports of departure for your cruise. You will find all the details at MyCosta, in the dedicated area within the MyCruise section.
Within MyCosta, all the services you have chosen to book can be found in “Basket” section of “Your bookings”.
Vaccinations - when required - can be of varying types and can be obligatory or optional depending on the country of destination. You should check with your doctor or local health clinic; they will give you all the information you need and perform the required vaccinations. If a vaccination is mandatory you should book it in advance.
You can arrange special diets when booking through your travel agent or by calling our Contact Center. On every Costa
Yes, it is possible, the request must be made within the month following the date of departure.
In order to receive your cruise tickets and luggage tags by mail, you must complete the web check-in and boarding form by logging into MyCosta with your last name and reservation number. You must print out all these documents and take them when boarding together with the valid documents required for foreign travel.
Remember that it is the responsibility of passengers to obtain the necessary travel documents and comply with the requirements of customs and immigration. Passengers without the correct travel documents will not be permitted to board and their holiday will not be refunded.
To receive a new password, you must click on "Retrieve password" and enter the required information; the new password will be sent to the email address you provided during registration.
Of course! You can do it yourself directly from the official Costa website by accessing MyCosta. It is convenient, fast and secure: enter all your information to ensure a hassle-free departure. When completing it, you’ll need your booking number, personal info and documents of all guests who will travel with you.
No, in addition to online boarding forms, on the day of departure you will have to present your cruise ticket and the travel documents required.
Remember that it is the responsibility of passengers to obtain the necessary travel documents and comply with the requirements of customs and immigration. Passengers without the correct travel documents will not be permitted to board and their holiday will not be refunded.
Yes, from whichever port you start your Costa Cruise, with the completed form online you will access boarding, along with your cruise ticket and the travel document required.
Remember that it is the responsibility of passengers to obtain the necessary travel documents and comply with the requirements of customs and immigration. Passengers without the correct travel documents will not be permitted to board and their holiday will not be refunded.
Insurance is not mandatory, but we recommend you arrange some when booking the cruise. The insurance company that collaborates with us has agreed on a specific policy with particularly
No, drinks are not included in the price. Drinking water is available on board at the buffet during opening hours. All drinks (cocktails, coffee, soft drinks) can be purchased with the Costa Card at the ship’s bars and restaurants. Special Drinks Packages are also available in advance when making a reservation or on board. Booking the Total Comfort new rate will include one of our Special Drinks Packages.
To buy or customize your cruise online you should always enter an email address. If you do not have an account, you can book by calling our Contact Center or through your travel agency.
For booking purposes, you do not need to provide the email address of every guest, only one per cabin is required. However, entering an email address is important, and will enable you to receive all the information before departure, stay in touch with us and be informed about our special offers. If you have booked a Premium cabin, entering an email address for each guest is even more important and beneficial: everyone will enjoy a Premium discount of 10% off their next cruise.
Completing Web Check-in allows you to download the boarding form required to board, which you must provide along with your cruise tickets. Also, you can be sure you have entered your details and will embark with no problem. When completing it, you’ll need your booking number, personal info and documents of all guests who will travel with you.
Costa offers different rates to suit your needs: Total Comfort and Deluxe that already include many privileges in the price, such as Drinks Packages, excursion discounts and other benefits. Those who want to save even more money, but do not want to give up the comfort of a Costa vacation, can always book the Basic rate or, for some departures, special deals such as Last Minute, Roulette and Light (available only on cruises that have different boarding and disembarkation ports).
World Tour cruises have a special tariff that includes privileges designed exclusively for this special itinerary.
It is important and obligatory: to have contact info if required during your cruise, you will be asked to give your mobile phone number, and the first and last name and phone number of a family member or friend who is not travelling with you. All information, in compliance with the rules on Privacy, will be automatically deleted 7 days after the end of the cruise.
No, this is not possible.
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To purchase your cruise online the accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Mastercard. We do not accept debit cards, VISA Electron, Postepay, ATM, Postamat or Cirrus Maestro.
In addition to travel documents (boarding pass, cruise tickets, luggage tags and any tickets), each guest must bring a valid identity document for travel abroad to all countries included in the itinerary: Identity card or passport, depending on your nationality and destination of the cruise.
Remember that it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents and comply with the requirements of customs and immigration. Passengers without the correct travel documents will not be permitted to board and their holiday will not be refunded. It will also be the guest’s responsibility to ensure they have any visas required for the countries to be visited and to check the validity of their travel documents.
Children under 18 years old must also travel with a passport and, from June 26, 2012, inclusion in their parents' passports is no longer considered valid
For all cruises that require a valid ID card to leave the country - children under 18 years may travel with their passport or identity card (please note that for children under 14 years with Italian nationality, if the names of their parents/guardians are not included in their document, a birth certificate proving parentage will also be required). If the child is not travelling with both parents or is accompanied by guardians or any persons mentioned in the document, please check with the relevant authorities to find out what is required for minors to travel abroad.
For children under 15 years, please check with the relevant authorities if they can use just their birth certificate with photo, validated for travel abroad by the police or other authorities. The acceptance of this document by the local authorities depends on regulations in the countries visited by the ship during the route (for example in Egypt, Morocco, Gibraltar, Iceland, the certificate is not valid).
All ships are equipped to accommodate children in strollers from six months: lifts and spacious cabins, spacious decks and boardwalks. Children under 3 years have priority boarding and can use the playroom at the Squok Club (outside peak hours and accompanied by an adult). Upon request and subject to availability, through the Hospitality Office/customer services, you can
To make your holidays as safe and comfortable as possible, Costa Cruises has implemented a series of hygiene and sanitation measures on board, along with checks to minimize the risk of spreading the H1N1 flu virus on board, which the World Health Organization declared an influenza pandemic.
In the
Before printing your cruise ticket, you must first complete the online check-in, where your cabin number will be assigned to you. Cruise tickets will be available online several days before departure, depending on your country of residence. For more information, please contact your travel agent.
To print out the form, you must first complete online check-in, where your cabin number will be assigned to you. You can download the boarding form directly from MyCosta.
The number of bags you can carry on board varies depending on the length of your cruise:
- Cruise up to 7 nights: in addition to hand luggage, one bag/suitcase per person
- Cruise from 8 to 14 nights: besides hand luggage, you can bring a maximum of two bags/suitcases per person.
Cruises over 14 nights: no more than three suitcases per person in addition to hand luggage
The recommended maximum weight per bag is 50 lbs. All baggage must pass through an x-ray security check before being boarded. It is prohibited to transport weapons, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, gas and poisonous and infectious substances. If your trip includes a flight, we suggest checking the weight allowance provided by the airline.
We suggest that you go always to the boarding gate at least 2 hours before
The supplement for single use of a cabin varies depending on availability for the chosen departure date. The earlier you book, the more opportunities you will have to get the lowest single person supplement of 30%.
Access the reserved area of the Costa website and click "edit your profile", with your password, you can change the information released during registration, including your email address.
Yes, if you have not entered the 24th week of pregnancy by the end of the cruise.
Please bring a medical certificate that verifies the expected due date and a good state of health. Please note that our ships are not equipped for assistance with pregnancy and birth.
We always ask our guests to check before departure that they are in possession of the identity document required for their cruise and to check the expiration date. For tourist visas
Each email address must match only one user registered on the Costa website. To successfully complete your registration, you will need to enter a new email address, not yet being used by another user. You can contact our Contact Center operators for assistance.
To correctly display your reservation, you must enter the same information you submitted during the purchase. We suggest that you verify it and, if you need assistance, call the Contact Center stating your reservation number to our operators.
Yes, to ensure people with disabilities have a wonderful cruise, all information regarding their specific needs must be provided at the time of booking. If a chaperone/caretaker and wheelchair are required, there is a limited number of wheelchairs on board our ships for emergencies, approved for use on board. Our ships also have fully equipped cabins free from architectural barriers with preferential boarding and disembarking, and a dedicated elevator for emergencies.
There is a time limit within which you can customize your cruise (up to 3 days before the date of departure of the ship). This period is indicated by the system once you have entered your information. If the deadline has expired, you can book (CostaTours!) excursions, drinks packages or other products and services on board. We suggest you do this on the first day of the cruise to avoid availability problems.
On every Costa
The Oggi is the book handed out every night in the cabin. Will keep you updated on the activities of the next day, the times of the restaurants, news about the port of call, the (CostaTours!) excursions available and
The temperature is pleasant however, it is advisable to bring warmer clothing to avoid changes in temperature between outside and inside and in enclosed spaces with air conditioning. You can control the temperature individually in your cabin using the thermostat.
On a cruise you can dress how you want: the dress is informal and casual. Garments must be suitable for the environments, season, destination and occasion: more formal for the gala dinner, more comfortable and casual for
On a cruise, there are cabins that satisfy your needs in terms of space, features and location. Each cabin type has different characteristics. There are internal, ocean view, private balcony or window cabins.
For those looking for the best, there is the total comfort of the suites, Panorama Suite and Grand Suite with amenities, attention to detail and exclusive service. Those who wish to travel in style can book a cabin or Samsara Suite with unlimited access to the Spa.
For more information please consult the page "Our cabins".
Squok is the cute mascot of Costa, half shark and half dolphin, who will become your child's best friend.
For excursions on land, we recommend you wear casual clothing and comfortable shoes without heels. If the trip includes visits to religious sites, we recommend you wear appropriate clothing.
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You can store your belongings directly in the cabin. Each cabin is equipped with a safe.
Costa ships are easy to find your way around. On the screens placed in public areas of ships, simple, intuitive videos are shown with all the information you need, from finding your cabin to when your baggage will be delivered. On each
Access to the Spa is open to all Guests travelling in Samsara cabins and Suites. For all other Guests, access is subject to payment of a daily or weekly entry fee.
On board each guest will receive a personal identification card: all costs will be charged directly to the account of the cabin with this Costa Card, so it will not be necessary to carry cash during your stay on the ship for daily expenses in bars, in the boutique or for extra services. We will issue a receipt for each purchase, which must be signed by the guest. At the end of the cruise and before landing, you will receive a final bill with listed items of all purchases made on board.
Upon delivery, the Costa Card is already activated and will automatically charge your purchases to the account of the cabin. However, within 48 hours after
Our itineraries are designed to offer our guests the most beautiful and calmest seas in the world in the best seasons. Our ships have been designed and manufactured using the latest technology: we have a sophisticated stabilization system to ensure that sailing is peaceful even in rough seas. Those who have already experienced a cruise with us were surprised by the breadth of the interior spaces and the sense of stability that you have walking aboard our ships. In any event, seasickness tablets are available free of charge at the Hospitality Office for those who need them.
This is a new service that puts no time limits on dinner: you can enter the restaurant from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, even the choice of the table is free, so every night you can meet new friends! Available for members CostaClub Perla Diamante, guests who purchase a Suite or guests who purchase a Premium cabin
Samsara Spa is the exclusive Costa health and beauty
Each ship has a modern infirmary on board, open at the times indicated in the daily newsletter, and a 24-hour in-cabin medical service Primary care provided by doctors and nursing staff is charged.
Guests should be aware that over-the-counter medication
Every day you will receive large, soft beach towels in your cabin for use on board and to take on land for your trips. If you lose it, you will be charged the cost of the towel. You can also buy them and take them home.
When booking your cruise, please select the type of table at which you would like to dine (with the number of guests), as well as the service hours and the restaurant (if you choose a Classic Cabin, you can't choose your dinner service hours).
Also, different types of guests are not required to choose the time of their dinner service, as they can take advantage of the open seating service (CostaClub Perla Diamante members, guests who buy a Suite).
You can purchase packages drinks at any bar on board. Please note that the purchase of drinks packages may only be done through the Costa Card.
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The buffet is available for lunch and for dinner; in the evening, you can also enjoy the elegance of the main restaurants. There are also themed restaurants for dinner (on specific ships only) such as the Club Restaurant, the Japanese restaurant Teppanyaki Restaurant, the Pizzeria Pummid'oro and or the Samsara Restaurant. The opening times of all the restaurants are stated in the daily newsletter.
No animals are allowed on board Costa ships. The only exception is for persons with reduced mobility who may, upon production of the appropriate documentation, be accompanied by a dog trained and certified to work or perform tasks for the benefit of persons with a disability.
Smoking – cigarettes, cigars and pipes – is not permitted on board in all public areas of the ship, with the exception of the areas marked as "Cigar Lounge". Electronic cigarettes can be used exclusively in the cabins and in the areas marked as "Cigar Lounge". In some public areas, smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor Smoking Points equipped with ashtrays. Smoking is not allowed in cabins but is permitted outdoors on private balconies. In order to avoid a fire hazard, it is very important to always extinguish and dispose of cigarettes
Every ship in the fleet offers 24-hour satellite Internet access. You can connect to Wi-Fi on board with your personal computer, iPad, iPhone, smartphone or using the PCs at the Internet Point. Instructions for access and service costs are available once on board. You can access the Internet with a single device at a time, the cost of the service will be debited directly from your Costa account, you can choose between metered
On board all Costa ships you will find a Casino with slot machines, roulette and gambling tables. Access is limited to guests of legal age and the opening is scheduled only during sailing. For
The general drill will take place before departure to instruct all visitors on emergency procedures, on how to wear a life jacket and how to reach their meeting point. Please note that participation in the drill is required. All instructions for taking part will be announced after boarding.
The
The service of Holy Mass can only be found on some cruises and during major religious holidays. On every Costa
During the day, children over three may participate in the kids' club, Mini Club If parents want to spend time freely, they can book collective childcare one day in advance at the Mini Club, from
For a fee, each Costa ship has a fast laundry, dry cleaning and ironing service Each cabin is equipped with bags for washing clothes and a laundry price list. In MyCosta, in the section "Customize -> Celebrations and Surprises", you can book the "MAGIC LAUNDRY SERVICE" at an affordable price, an offer to enjoy during the last days of your cruise.
For children over three years (not requiring diapers) there are several entertaining activities for the duration of the cruise. Children's Club and Teen Club are open all day from 9.00am until midnight, and our entertainment staff will keep your children and many new friends amused, divided into four age groups: Mini Club (3-6 years), Maxi Club (7-11 years), Teen Club Junior (12-14 years) and Teen Club (15-17 years). The assistance of our qualified staff is available free of charge in our 4 clubs: simply register your children at the time of boarding, when you will also receive a detailed program of activities dedicated to them. Activities may vary according to the season, the ship and the number of people involved. Entertainment is not provided for children under three years of age, but in the off-season or during hours with low turnout, they can access the club with their parents.
No, the activities are free. The programs are full of activities for children aged 3 to 17 years. Costa holidays are fun for everyone and there is a club for all ages.
Any changes regarding the restaurant and the time allocated for dinner must be requested with the Mâitre at the times indicated in the daily newsletter. Costa will try to meet the needs of everyone within the limits of available seats. If you have booked your cruise with a Premium plan or Deluxe, you can change the time of dinner and the restaurant by going to MyCosta, under "MyCruise" -> "Service hours for dinner." Check the availability of seats in the various restaurants, and remember, you can change the time of the dinner service until 4 days prior to departure.
We have agreements with different trading partners, satellite mobile radio coverage is available on all ships in the fleet that allows customers of the main mobile phone operators to send and receive calls and text messages, and also use data services offshore. Your device must be enabled for international roaming. Rates are determined by your operator depending on your service plan, please contact them for more information. If we sail near the coast, the phone could connect to a local operator, in this
Celebrating a birthday, a wedding anniversary or honeymoon aboard the ship is a truly unique opportunity. You can buy special packages with cakes and other items directly on board, or by logging on to MyCosta, in the section "Customize" ->"Celebrations and Surprises". On the Costa Diadema, you can also book areas where you can celebrate with friends or family in a more private setting.
It is not possible to bring food or drinks on board that were purchased on land. If they are local products bought during a port stop, you can leave them with Costa Security staff and collect them at the end of the cruise.
For safety reasons, no electrical appliances can be brought on board, with the exception of battery chargers (for mobile phones, video cameras, cameras, PCs and MP3 players) and electric razors. A hairdryer is available in every cabin and on board ships, and you can benefit from a paid service for ironing, laundry and dry cleaning.
No marriage ceremonies can be conducted on Costa ships, either civil or religious.
On the external
Yes, the itinerary may be changed either before departure or during the cruise, the reasons may be technical, operational or due to a force majeure. The safety of our guests and crew members is a top priority of Costa Cruises and is necessary for a peaceful and pleasant holiday so, for that reason, if stops are planned in high-risk countries, the company reserves the right to change the itinerary of the cruise. Even while navigating, the Commander has the authorization to change the planned route. For itinerary changes made after booking and before departure, communication will be sent promptly to all guests.
On board, American Express, Visa, Mastercard and debit cards are accepted (with the exception of ships in Asia). Prepaid cards, rechargeable cards, and VISA Electron, Postepay, Postamat and Cirrus Maestro cards are not accepted,
Our crew and guests come from all over the world and one of the reasons our ships are so special is the international atmosphere that reigns on board. You will have no difficulty in communicating with our staff. Also, the entertainment and the shows are meant for an international audience: traditional music, dances and mimes: here the official language is the music!
Also on the ground, you can choose which language to participate in our exclusive excursions (CostaTours!)
The ship has the most fashionable shops, with the best Italian and international companies where you can go shopping, choose gifts or buy basic necessities. At the
In addition to the classic tours, suitable for everyone and available for all cruises, there are Eco CostaTours!, dedicated to lovers of nature and travel; Premium CostaTours!, a selection of the most popular tours for small groups of up to 25 people; and customized tours, tailored to suit your needs.
For more information, please consult the pages dedicated to excursions (CostaTours!) on the site, accessing the dedicated area on MyCosta, or alternatively, view the detail of the cruise of your choice. The cruise itinerary includes tours available daily, for each port. You'll find a brief description of what you're going to visit, an indication of the level of difficulty and what you can do (e.g. View, Shopping, Entertainment, Wine Tasting).
A final invoice will be sent to your cabin the night before disembarkation. Check it carefully. Any complaints must be reported before disembarkation. If you have registered a credit card, the amount will be charged automatically, which means that on the day of disembarkation don’t check out, but simply leave the ship with your electronic key. Every purchase made after the release of the final statement of account will not be charged automatically to your credit card: you will have to pay the extra amount to the reception on the day of disembarkation. There will be an exception for mini-bar items that, if consumed the night before disembarkation, which will be charged to your credit card.
Daily, on behalf of the Guest, a service fee will be charged for all hotel services on board. Payment will be required at the end of the cruise. The prescribed daily amount varies depending on the date of the cruise and destination of the cruise itself. You can find all details about the daily amount anticipated for the cruise by consulting the page "Useful info" on the official Costa Cruise site.
All activities on board, including our excursions (CostaTours!), are organized taking account the opening and closing times of the restaurants. If you do not participate in organized Costa excursions, we recommend you check the daily newsletter for the time the ship departs for the next stop.
Yes, if one is available and by paying the difference in rate. Requests for changes of cabin must be made immediately after boarding at the Hospitality Office.
Yes, debit cards are accepted on Costa Cruises ships as a method of payment (with the exception of ships in Asia). We do not accept Electronic or Prepaid cards.
There are no ATMs or banks on Costa ships: remember to get money on land before departure or during the cruise.
The ship provides GSM connection for mobile phones, with which you can call or send messages using international roaming. The ship is also equipped with a satellite telephone system that allows you to make calls directly from your cabin. Calls will be charged to your
Yes, you can purchase ship visits through a travel agency. Customers who are going to visit the ship (a visit of approx. 4 hours) can enjoy the magical atmosphere of the ship: the main hall, theatre, Casino, disco, bars and restaurant. Not only that, you can visit the cabins, solarium, wellness areas and the Squok Club. Every adult who buys a Costa Cruise within 60 days from the date of the visit, will receive a credit to spend on board
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In case of damage both in port and on board, it is essential to make the damage known to relevant staff on site. You will then need to contact your insurance company (if you have a policy) or contact the Agency where the cruise was booked.
When you subscribe to the Club, only the last cruise in the past 3 years and during which the age of majority was reached will be valid.
At the time of booking the cruise, you must communicate your membership number in order to receive all the privileges for your CostaClub membership level.
The Upgrade Privilege is open exclusively to Acquamarina, Corallo and Perla members while the SuperUpgrade is open to Perla Oro and Perla Diamante members.
The privilege is to receive a free Upgrade on the additional cruise and on all subsequent ones regarding the number of cruises carried out in the previous calendar year. For example, if a member has made two cruises in 2015, the upgrade is applied in 2016 from cruise number 3 onwards. The calculation does not take into account cruises under four days.
You cannot apply the privilege on cruises in August and on the World Tour and New Year cruises.
Acquamarina, Corallo and Perla members may receive an upgrade to a cabin with balcony (upgraded) according to the following scheme: from internal to external and from outside to balcony, the purchased cabin category remaining unchanged. Perla Oro and Perla Diamante members may receive an upgrade to the Suite category (SuperUpgrade).
The provision of the privilege is subject to the availability of the ship's cabins.
The privilege is to receive a free Upgrade on the additional cruise and on all subsequent ones regarding the number of cruises carried out in the previous calendar year. For example, if a member has made two cruises in 2015, the upgrade is applied in 2016 from cruise number 3 onwards. The calculation does not take into account cruises under four days.
You cannot apply the privilege on cruises in August and on the World Tour and New Year cruises.
Acquamarina, Corallo and Perla members may receive an upgrade to a cabin with balcony (upgraded) according to the following scheme: from internal to external and from outside to balcony, the purchased cabin category remaining unchanged. Perla Oro and Perla Diamante members may receive an upgrade to the Suite category (SuperUpgrade).
The provision of the privilege is subject to the availability of the ship's cabins.
They are an onboard staff member who will deal with requests for reservations of on-board services for Perla Diamante members (Spa, trips, etc.). They will be available by telephone during scheduled hours depending on the route of the ship. All the details will be indicated in your welcome letter on board and delivered to the cabin to members upon boarding.
No, Ambra partners are not entitled to CostaClub discounts.
Points are calculated based on the category of the cabin actually purchased, not on the higher class offered at the promotional price.
For example, if a member buys an inside cabin and then accepts a free upgrade to a cabin with a balcony, the points accumulated will be for the internal cabin that was purchased.
For example, if a member buys an inside cabin and then accepts a free upgrade to a cabin with a balcony, the points accumulated will be for the internal cabin that was purchased.
"Fast track" means a fast track through security at the airport. The privilege is valid only for Costa flights departing from Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate and Fiumicino airport.
This privilege was created for a more comfortable cruise for our Perla Diamante members and provides the chance to send luggage on board through the Bag Express service where it will be placed in your cabin. The luggage shipping service is restricted to Perla Diamante members resident in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden. It is available for cruises embarking in Civitavecchia, Savona, Genoa, Naples, Palermo, Trapani, Trieste, Venice, Marseilles, Toulon and Barcelona. Reservations can be made 20 days from the departure date, not before, via the Bag Express through the Costa website, or by phone by calling the Bag Express Call Center on 199 418 428 from Italy, and + 39 08119706711 from other countries.
A free on-board laundry service is available for all Perla Diamante members, regardless of residence.
A free on-board laundry service is available for all Perla Diamante members, regardless of residence.
Preferential boarding is open exclusively to Club Perla Diamante members and those travelling with the same cruise ticket. Where Meet & Greet applies, Perla Diamante members can complete all the boarding procedures before all other guests by using the preferential ‘Fast Line’. Moreover, at the Palacrociere of Savona and Barcelona, Perla Diamante members will be able to stay in the dedicated VIP Lounge, sharing with the Suite Guests before boarding is open for all other guests.
It means that the first two rows of the theater will be reserved with customized seat covers saying "Reserved Suite and Perla Diamante" (the privilege is also enjoyed by suite occupants). The seats will be held until 5 minutes before the start of the show. The privilege is valid for all passengers in the same cabin.
Excursions are organized exclusively for Perla Diamante members and other VIP guests at the discretion of the ship. All the details (destination, schedule and price) will be communicated to members through the flyer in your cabin. Departure is guaranteed even for the lowest-level membership.
This is a Premium tour at the standard tour price. This benefit is guaranteed for all cruises of 5 days or more.
This is a Premium tour at the standard tour price. This benefit is guaranteed for all cruises of 5 days or more.
The points for cruises purchased under a promotional rate not included in the brochure will remain, and cruise days on board or expenditure will not be recalculated.
For cruises purchased with an InstantSavings rate, the points are always 0, even for expenditure.
For cruises purchased with an InstantSavings rate, the points are always 0, even for expenditure.
Yes, and all members can participate, from Acquamarina to Perla Diamante. It is called "Welcome Cocktails" and will take place during the first few days of the cruise. During cocktails a photo will be taken, courtesy of CostaClub, to be collected from the Photoshop.
During cocktails, a reward will be given to the Member with the highest "score", which is the total points from their cruises after 3 years (which are not taken into account for maintaining membership level).
During cocktails, a reward will be given to the Member with the highest "score", which is the total points from their cruises after 3 years (which are not taken into account for maintaining membership level).
No, this will not be offered.
Yes, members must regularly check the website for all the latest news about the program. Additionally, the days when Privileges are ordered and delivered may vary, depending on the length of the cruise and the organization of the ship. Privileges cannot be combined with those reserved for suites.
Yes, from June 2016 on applicable ships (Costa Fortuna, Costa Mediterranea, Costa Luminosa, Costa Pacifica, Costa Deliziosa, Costa Favolosa, Costa Fascinosa, Costa neoRomantica, Costa Diadema). Aboard Costa neoClassica, Costa neoRiviera and Costa Magica, a dedicated area in the respective main restaurants (Tivoli, Saint Tropez and Smeralda) will be used as an alternative to the Club Restaurant.
Yes, it will be take place after the "Welcome Cocktails" with suite guests. The photos are not complimentary on this occasion. Members may buy them from the Photoshop.
Perla Diamante members can enjoy a full day at the Spa, where available (excluding Costa neoClassica, Costa Magica, Costa Fortuna and Costa Mediterranea). The benefit is valid once per cruise for the Member and a companion in the same cabin (this can’t be extended to anyone in a different cabin). The Member will be informed in their welcome letter. The benefit may be claimed by prior appointment on board, except for when at sea.
All other paid services of the Spa are excluded.
All other paid services of the Spa are excluded.
The benefit of the Upgrade is applied on the additional cruises, provided that during the previous year at least one cruise was taken. Additional cruises are always calculated with respect to the preceding calendar year.
Yes, Perla and Perla Oro members can take advantage of their privilege by dining at the Samsara Restaurant (where available) after June 2016. On ships with no Samsara Restaurant, the privilege is not available. However, for the period between February and June 2016, Perla and Perla Oro members will be invited to the Club Restaurant (where present).
Yes, we have decided to offer our members a voucher worth €20/US$20, to be spent on board at the discretion of the Member, for example for purchasing excursions, beverages, or Spa services. Gold Pearl Membership is a €50/US$50 voucher. The voucher cannot be used for service fees.
The gift is a tie pin for the gentlemen and a charm for the ladies. The gift will be provided on board at the beginning of the cruise. The gift will only be provided once for the first upgrade.
No, you will enjoy the privileges of the new level on your next cruise.
No, the privilege is only available on ships that have Samsara restaurants and clubs.
Remember, privileges can be individual and for the cabin. Cabin privileges require all occupants to be sharing the same cabin. Having multiple members in the same cabin does not entitle them to multiple or cumulative cabin privileges; these are only given to the highest level of member in the cabin.
If the reservation was made before September 16, 2015, the Member will be recognized on board with the status they had at the time of booking.
This only applies to the cruise/cruise booked before September 16, whether traveling during the grace period (January 30 - June 30, 2016) or outside of this period e.g. October 2016 or during 2017.
If a member was a Pearl Member (at the time of the reservation) but rises to Gold Pearl, they will receive Gold Pearl privileges.
This only applies to the cruise/cruise booked before September 16, whether traveling during the grace period (January 30 - June 30, 2016) or outside of this period e.g. October 2016 or during 2017.
If a member was a Pearl Member (at the time of the reservation) but rises to Gold Pearl, they will receive Gold Pearl privileges.
Yes, but only on-board expenditure will be considered if purchases are made at prices that are not published in the brochure.
All members (excluding Amber members), can receive a free birthday cake but not an anniversary cake. This privilege is reserved for those celebrating a birthday on the cruise and will include a free photo that will be taken in the restaurant when the cake is presented.
At least 7 days before their initial cruise departure date, all Ambra members will receive a welcome gift consisting of an invitation to a free aperitif (selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks) and free admission to the 4D Cinema (where available). On ships where there is no 4D Cinema, in addition to the invitation to the aperitif, they will receive a small gift. The "welcome gift" may change over the course of the year from ship to ship.
In order to meet the needs of Corallo guests, we decided to replace the bottle of bubbly with the end-of-cruise gift: a whole new privilege for members of this Club.
Until June 2016, the special tour will be on-board kitchens exclusively. After June 2016, it will also be extended to other areas subject to availability of ships and on cruises of over 7 days.
All packages purchased on board and automatically charged to your card contribute to the accumulation of points. Services included in the price of your cruise are not counted in the accumulation of points.
Yes, from Aquamarina to Perla Diamante, but excluding Ambra members. Gifts will be different depending on your level of membership. Perla Oro and Perla Diamante members will be able to choose between different types of gifts. The delivery of the new gifts is expected after April 2016. The gift is for the cabin and not per member, and is provided at the highest level (a cabin with a Corallo and Perla Member will receive a Perla gift).
In the "Basket" you will find all the services and excursions that are pre-selected but NOT confirmed. You can make any changes you want up to 3 days prior to departure, when the basket will be cleared and all the services included will no longer be bookable before departure. In the "Your bookings" section, you will find all the services and excursions you have confirmed in your basket. You can make any changes up to 3 days prior to departure, after which everything confirmed in this section will be debited from your cabin account, to be paid at the end of the cruise. In the "Included" section you will find all the services included for your cruise. This section can no longer be changed.
Yes, by going to MyCosta, under "Calendar" you can view your cruise day by day. Your personal logbook will help you to organize your vacation to the to the best effect: all the services booked will be summarized and broken down by day, so you get a clear and complete picture of your cruise.
No, it is not possible to modify services or trips booked with a travel agency through MyCosta. These services can be changed directly with the travel agency.
You will find all the services included in the cruise price in the "Basket -> Included" section and on your cruise tickets.
Of course. You can edit or delete whatever you booked through MyCosta within 3 days prior to departure, for no extra charge. After this time, every confirmed service will be debited from the cabin, to be paid on board.
Of course. You can customize your cruise by logging into MyCosta with the booking reference number provided by your travel agency.
All services included in your shopping basket will be available until 3 days prior to departure. Before that date, all services and excursions will be visible and modifiable. After this time, the basket will be deleted and all selected services will no longer be bookable before departure. Remember to confirm the products you put in the shopping basket as soon as possible as many services are limited.
To access MyCosta you must enter your reservation number. It can be found in the summary of your booking on your cruise ticket, or you can ask your travel agency. If you booked directly with Costa Cruises, you can request assistance from our cruise experts.
Yes, you can also customise your cruise from your mobile.
Yes. Select the service you require, you can choose who to book it for, and (where available) the time and day of the cruise on which you’ll use the service.
Yes. Selecting the trip requested, you’ll have the option to choose who you book for, and (where available) the language and the day of the trip.
No, you cannot book anything for other cabins through MyCosta.
There is no limit to booking services on MyCosta. However, you cannot book different services at the same time on the same day.