Costa Cruises - Costa Classica

Sailing her way through glorious destinations Costa Classica is a ship that embodies the great Italian style and flair.

Originally constructed in 1991 and having a complete refurbishment in 2001, Costa Classica is a ship that combines modern Italian design, attention to detail and a quality passenger service. The ship offers a good range of facilities and amenities to suit every mood. Weighing 52,950 tonnes and stretching over 715 ft Costa Classica is a modest ship however her style and sophistication matches that of a grand cruise liner. As she sails around the world, this carefully thought out ship takes in the marvelous views of the Mediterranean, Dubai/Emirates as well as those of the Far East.

Costa Dining

Dining onboard Costa Classica is an occasion to be relished. An impressive line-up of mouth watering and well balanced menus are served at all times of the day. Various dining options mean you can choose to share an elegant evening in the formal surrounds of the Costa Classica main dining rooms or grab a light snack from the Alfresco Café. Whilst journeying on a Costa cruise, passengers are also invited to attend the midnight buffet which is a fabulous and plentiful feast of fine food into the night.

Facilities and Entertainment

There are lots of great things to do on Costa Classica that will have you working up a sweat or relaxing and taking it easy. By day you can make full use of the sports facilities including swimming pools, a fitness centre, outdoor jogging track and gymnasium. Perhaps you may want to take advantage of the dance classes and return home to show off your moves or maybe get involved in sporting competitions and aim for the top spot. If you’d prefer, however to exercise your grey matter rather than your physical being, then you have to the opportunity to learn the passionate language of Italian! These group classes provide a welcome alternative to the usual activities found on most cruise ships. Providing the perfect opportunity to indulge in a little retail therapy, Costa Classica has a range of boutiques selling a range of gifts and products, perfect as a memory of your time spent aboard.

As your attention is turned to the night’s entertainment why not start the evening in one of the Costa Classica 5 bar lounges, enjoy a tasty cocktail in the Positano bar or engage in some good conversation in Il Dolce Amore Bar. The heart of the social life onboard is Piazza Navona and the Puccini Ballroom. These two exquisitely decorated lounges provide the perfect place to meet, dance and be entertained. Witness amazing cabaret performances, dancers and speciality acts in the Colosseo Show Lounge. This double level amphitheatre is a stylish and unconventional space that is ideally suited to the flamboyance and spectacle of these shows. For vibrancy and pizzazz there are a range of lounges playing the best of jazz, classical, Latin and ballroom music. These lounges allow you to dance the night away and include the 360 degree Galileo Disco lounge and the Puccini Ballroom. Experience that Las Vegas atmosphere and try your luck in the Costa Classica Casino equipped with many games and action packed tables.

Costa Kids

Costa Classica enjoys a good rating as a child friendly ship and welcomes those enjoying family holidays. There are menus, activities and ranges of entertainment to suit everybody. The friendly Costa team are on hand morning, noon and night allowing you to take time out for yourself and relax. There are different kids clubs aimed at different age groups that include great activities from pizza parties and pirate treasure hunts to face painting and even Italian language lessons! The Mini club is for the 3 to 6 year olds whilst Maxi club aims at 7 to 11s. For younger teenagers there is the Teen junior club and the Teen club is best suited to older teens.

Costa Classica is a marvellous ship that offers a wealth of facilities, amenities and entertainment. The superb onboard atmosphere makes this an ideal ship for family cruises. Have your cruise holiday just the way you want it with Costa Cruises and their Italian style.