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Costa Cruises launches Costa Voyages

Costa Cruises launches Costa Voyages, a new cruise experience designed to offer a unique experience on long itineraries. With new itineraries, unique entertainment and exceptional cuisine.

From September 2023, Costa Voyages will depart from six ships in the fleet: Costa Favolosa, Costa Fortuna, Costa Firenze, Costa Fascinosa, Costa Pacifica and Costa Diadema . With cruises from 10 to 14 days, guests will be able to discover exclusive destinations: the wildest islands of the Canary Islands, the thousand faces of Turkey , between East and West, the mystery of the pyramids of Egypt , the amazing nature of the Azores , the mystical land of Israel , Morocco , the diverse cultures of Northern Europe , through Normandy to the warm destinations of Spain .

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During these fascinating itineraries, there will be no shortage of events dedicated to the cuisine : starting with the line of 14 brand new desserts created in collaboration with the Master of Masters, Iginio Massari . In all the main restaurants, during three different dinners, it will be possible to choose a new, unprecedented menu , included in the price, created by the three world-famous chefs who are the signature of gastronomic excellence onboard Costa ships: Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze and Ángel León . Gala evenings onboard Costa Voyages also offer the opportunity to toast with the captain over dinner, making the cruise an unforgettable moment. There will also be plenty of time for entertainment: the Banquet Night Party , a buffet that is a true work of art, accompanied by incredible ice sculptures made by master ice carvers and live DJ sets.

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For the occasion, Costa has organized special partnerships with Rolling Stone , a reference of excellence in the music world. Meanwhile, for photography lovers, Canon experts will be on hand to share interesting insights with guests in sessions dedicated to photography.

But that’s not all: Costa Voyages can count on the collaboration of the Italian Bridge Federation , with the presence of the Federation’s expert players. In addition to the games, there will be plenty of room for evening entertainment, with three elegant evenings during the cruise . The first is a Gala Night, where people will be able to dance with the officers onboard. The second is Fashion Night, a fashion show where guests are the stars, followed by DJ sets. The third is Glamour Night, a dance competition that includes tango, waltz, rumba and cha-cha-cha.

In addition, excursions are accompanied by specially selected Costa guides to ensure an unforgettable experience even during stops ashore.

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Costa Cruises Launches Costa Voyages

By: Author Carrie Ann Karstunen

Posted on Published: July 7, 2023  - Last updated: February 6, 2024

Italian cruise line Costa will offer an enhanced Costa Voyages concept on select longer sailings beginning in September 2023.

Costa Cruises has announced the launch of its Costa Voyages program, a new cruise concept featuring longer itineraries, updated culinary experiences, and unique onboard entertainment.

Beginning in September 2023, the cruise line will offer the Costa Voyages concept on select 10- to 14-day sailings.

Voyages cruise destinations will include the Canary Islands, Türkiye, Egypt, the Azores, Israel, and Morocco, along with various European itineraries.

Enhanced dining options on Costa Voyages

According to a press release from the brand, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy exceptional gastronomic experiences on every Costa Voyages journey.

During three different dinners in the main dining room, cruisers will be able to choose from an exclusive new menu devised by world-renowned chefs Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze, and Ángel León.

Guests can also indulge in 14 new desserts developed in partnership with master pastry chef Iginio Massari, featuring high-quality ingredients and cutting-edge pastry technology.

On all Costa Voyages sailings, guests will have the opportunity to toast with the captain during a memorable dinner, and also partake in a gala Banquet Night Party . This elevated buffet will feature incredible ice sculptures and a live DJ set.

Costa Voyages will offer upgraded entertainment

According to the cruise line, each Costa Voyages sailing will feature extraordinary entertainment, thanks in part to a series of brand partnerships.

Special partnerships on Costa Voyages

In collaboration with Rolling Stone magazine, Costa will offer an exclusive musical show on each Voyages cruise.

Photo brand Canon will engage cruisers in photography sessions, where they’ll learn how to best capture their vacation memories.

Bridge players will be happy to hear that Costa is also partnering with the Italian Bridge Federation on Voyages cruises. With expert players from the federation aboard, beginners can take advantage of introductory workshops, while experienced players will have the opportunity to compete in a tournament.

Glamorous fun on Costa Voyages

Each Costa Voyages cruise will offer three elegant evenings on board. The first is a gala night at the Grand Bar, where guests can dance with the ship’s officers.

The second formal night is Fashion Night , a fashion show where guests will be the stars. Cruisers can compete on the Grand Bar’s red carpet in a style battle, followed by a DJ set.

The final elegant evening is Glamour Night , with a dance competition featuring tango, waltz, rumba, and cha-cha, where guests can showcase the skills learned from the onboard dance masters during the day.

Formal attire will be required for each of these special evenings.

Related: What to Wear on Formal Night on a Cruise

Game shows and more on Costa Voyages

Costa’s entertainment staff will organize games inspired by the 1960s and 1990s, including “Double Interview” for couples, “Musichiere”, and “C-Music” with quizzes, challenges, and musical auctions.

Additionally, there will be a variety of workshops and creative labs for guests to enjoy.

Voyages guests will also have the opportunity to experience a guided tour of the ship , discovering behind-the-scenes areas including the galleys, the bridge, and the crew bar.

Planned itineraries for Costa Voyages

Costa has announced that its new Costa Voyages cruises will sail from September to November 2023, from April to June 2024, and from September to November 2024.

The special sailings will be aboard six ships in the cruise line’s fleet: Costa Favolosa , Costa Fortuna , Costa Firenze , Costa Fascinosa , Costa Pacifica , and Costa Diadema .

Here’s a rundown of where you can go on a Costa Voyages cruise and what to expect:

Egypt and the Holy Land

Cruisers can visit Egypt and the Holy Land in 2023 aboard Costa Pacifica , and in 2024 aboard Costa Fortuna with Costa Voyages.

Optional organized tours will take guests to the Egyptian Museum, the pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mycerinus, or the great pyramids of Giza.

Tours can also take guests to visit the holy sites in Jerusalem, including the Cenacle and the tomb of King David, and along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Wailing Wall.

Guests cruising on Costa Fortuna will also be able to visit Bethlehem, the birthplace of Christianity.

Morocco will be featured in 2023 by Costa Favolosa and in 2024 by both Favolosa and Costa Fortuna .

At the port of Tangier, guests will be able to explore the markets of the white city and savor the flavors of Moroccan cuisine.

Related: 11 Awesome Things to Do in Tangier Morocco Near the Cruise Port

Two new tours will be available in Casablanca, allowing cruisers to immerse themselves in Moroccan traditions. Guests will be able to visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque, with a 6,000 square meter hammam adorned with mosaics, followed by lunch at Rick’s Café, inspired by the movie Casablanca .

Canary Islands

Nature lovers will enjoy a cruise to the Canary Islands, available on both Costa Firenze and Costa Fortuna in 2023, and on Costa Diadema in 2024.

A must-do shore excursion is trekking in Lanzarote, exploring impressive stretches of solidified lava and colorful volcanic cones in Timanfaya National Park.

In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, guests can venture into the depths of the earth in the Cueva del Viento. Europe’s most extensive lava tunnel offers 18 km of labyrinthine underground galleries formed 27,000 years ago.

Costa Voyages in Portugal will be offered on Firenze , Fortuna , Favolosa , and Fascinosa in 2023, in addition to Costa Diadema in 2024.

Portugal tours will include an exploration of the unique traditions of Madeira, like descending mountains in traditional wicker baskets, called cestinhos ; exploring the old city of Lisbon by tuk-tuk, and a whale-watching excursion along the “whale route” with a marine biologist.

In 2024, Costa Fascinosa will sail towards the Azores, where guests can search for the secret ingredient of the famous purple volcanic tea and enjoy a lunch with cozido das Furnas , a mix of meats cooked in underground pots.

Türkiye will be a Voyages destination for Costa Fortuna in both 2023 and 2024. Guests will have the opportunity to experience Istanbul from four perspectives: on foot, by tram, by metro, and by boat—immersing themselves in the city’s culture and daily life.

In Izmir, guests can discover Turkish rituals and then take a stroll through the village of Alaçati, which blends the eastern and western cultures.

Costa ships Firenze , Fascinosa , Diadema , and Favolosa will offer a wide selection of cruises that combine northern and southern Europe into a single vacation, visiting charming destinations such as Copenhagen, Le Havre (to explore Normandy and Mont Saint-Michel), the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage site of Cádiz, La Coruña (to visit Santiago de Compostela), and Lisbon.

Costa Fortuna will also sail to experience the best of the Balearic Islands and the Greek isles, exploring remote beaches and picturesque villages.

Shore excursion highlights include a boat trip to the Blue Caves of Zante, a visit to the Palace of Knossos in Crete, and a bike tour in Palma de Mallorca.

To ensure an unforgettable experience during port calls, all Costa Voyages tours include guides who are carefully selected and certified by Costa.

Ready to book your Costa Voyages cruise? You can find the lowest Costa prices and exclusive bonus offers at CruiseDirect . They offer a best-price guarantee and never charge booking fees.

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What do you think about Costa’s new Costa Voyages concept? Which itinerary would you choose? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below!

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Costa Kicks Off 2024 Spring and Summer Season

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Costa Cruises has kicked off its 2024 spring-summer season, offering itineraries that explore destinations worldwide, from South America to the Far East.

This Easter weekend, Costa offers cruises to Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay onboard the Costa Diadema, Costa Favolosa and Costa Fascinosa; to the Far East onboard the Costa Serena visiting Taiwan, Japan and South Korea, and the Costa Deliziosa arriving in Taiwan on the third leg of its Around-the-World cruise.

Also available are cruises to the Mediterranean, in Italy, France and Spain, where the Costa Smeralda will offer a week-long sailing with calls at Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples and Civitavecchia. The Costa Fortuna and Costa Pacifica will offer mini-cruises to Barcelona and Marseille, departing from Savona.

New for Costa is the debut of “Sea Destinations,” starting in June, in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. Costa ships will offer new experiences to be enjoyed onboard, such as a party in the bay of Formentera in the Western Mediterranean or a typical Caprese breakfast in front of the Faraglioni rocks of Capri island.

During the summer season, three ships will be sailing the Western Mediterranean, including the Costa Smeralda and Costa Toscana and Costa Pacifica. Destinations include Marseille, Barcelona, Cagliari, Naples, Civitavecchia/Rome and more.

Two ships will explore the eastern Mediterranean. The Costa Fortuna will operate a new itinerary with stops exclusively in Greece and Turkey. The Costa Fascinosa will offer one-week cruises to Catania, Taranto, Mykonos, Santorini, Malta. The Costa Deliziosa will set sail on a one-week itinerary including Marghera/Venice, Bari, the Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini, and Katakolon/Olympia.

Two ships, the Costa Favolosa and Costa Diadema, will explore Northern Europe. The Costa Favolosa will offer three different itineraries, from 13 to 22 days, departing from Hamburg, bound for the North Cape and Lofoten Islands, Iceland and Greenland, plus a new eight-day itinerary dedicated to Scotland. The Costa Diadema will offer one-week cruises to the Norwegian fjords.

Also available are mini-cruises in the western Mediterranean, in Italy, France and Spain, of three and four days, with the Costa Pacifica, Costa Fascinosa and Costa Fortuna. 

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The July 15, 2023 cruise on the Costa Firenze departs from Copenhagen, Denmark. On this 7 Night Northern Europe sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Costa Firenze sets sail on a Saturday (July 15, 2023) and returns on a Saturday (July 22, 2023).

The Costa Firenze was built in 2020 and is amoung Costa's 12 ships in it's fleet. The Costa Firenze is included in the cruise line's Vista Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the Costa Firenze vs all other Costa ships.

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• COSTA CRUISES LAUNCHES COSTA VOYAGES: A NEW WAY TO EXPERIENCE LONG-TERM CRUISES

Unique itineraries, exceptional gastronomic experiences, unprecedented entertainment, and partnerships with world-renowned brands await guests of the new Costa Voyages, starting from September 2023.

Genoa, July 7, 2023 - Costa Cruises presents Costa Voyages , a new cruise experience designed to uniquely explore extended itineraries, in which the experience of travelling towards wonderful destinations meets the best of gastronomy and never before seen onboard entertainment.

Starting from September 2023, in a single cruise ranging from 10 to 14 days, guests will have the opportunity to embark on a journey to exclusive destinations during the best seasons of the year, namely autumn and spring, to explore them in the utmost comfort. The proposed travel experiences include the wild Canary Islands , the myriad facets of Turkey , between East and West , the mystery of the Egyptian pyramids , the stunning nature of the Azores , the mystical land of Israel , Morocco , the various cultures of Northern Europe , spanning from Normandy to the warm destinations of Spain .

While sailing through these wonderful destinations, guests will have the opportunity to savor exceptional gastronomic experiences. Starting with 14 new desserts created in collaboration with the Master of pastry chefs, Iginio Massari : a fusion of top-quality ingredients and new technologies in the pastry industry. In all the main restaurants on each cruise, guests will be able to choose, during three different dinners, a new, exclusive menu included in the fare and devised by three world-renowned chefs who represent the gastronomic excellence on board Costa ships: Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze, and Ángel León . Costa Voyages will also provide the opportunity to toast with the captain during a memorable dinner. Also waiting for guests on board will be the Banquet Night Party , a buffet that is a true work of art, accompanied by incredible ice sculptures carved by master ice sculptors, and a live DJ set.

While on vacation with Costa Voyages, there will be no room for boredom as the entertainment will be extraordinary, thanks in part to dedicated partnerships . Rolling Stone , the reference point for music in the world, will come aboard Costa ships to offer an exclusive musical show. Meanwhile, Canon , the Japanese brand representing global excellence in photography and technological innovation, will engage guests in dedicated photography sessions, where they will learn how to capture unforgettable memories of their vacation.

But that's not all! Costa Voyages can also count on the collaboration with the Italian Bridge Federation , providing a full immersion into the world of the famous card game. In the presence of experienced players from the federation, skilled guests will have the opportunity to compete in a tournament, while dedicated workshops will be available for beginners to learn all the secrets of the game.

For those who love glamour, Costa Voyages will offer three elegant evenings on board . The first is a gala night at the Grand Bar, where guests can dance with the ship's officers. The second is the Fashion Night, a fashion show where guests will be the stars, competing on the red carpet of the Grand Bar in a battle of style, followed by a DJ set. The third is the Glamour Night, a dance competition in between tango, waltz, rumba and cha-cha-cha, allowing guests to showcase the skills learned from the onboard dance masters during the day. Formal attire will be required for these special evenings.

Furthermore, Costa Voyages will organize games inspired by the 1960s and 1990s , such as "Double interview" for couples, "Musichiere" and "C-Music" with quizzes, challenges and musical auctions.

Additionally, there will be a variety of workshops and creative labs for guests to enjoy. Finally, guests will have the opportunity to experience the thrill of a guided tour, discovering the behind-the-scenes areas of the ship , including the galleys, the bridge, the crew bar, and other spaces.

UNIQUE ITINERARIES FOR UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES

Costa Voyages cruises are available from September to November 2023, from April to June 2024, and from September to November 2024, aboard six ships of the fleet: Costa Favolosa, Costa Fortuna, Costa Firenze, Costa Fascinosa, Costa Pacifica, Costa Diadema. To ensure an unforgettable experience even during port calls, the tours include guides who are carefully selected and certified by Costa.

In 2023 aboard Costa Pacifica, and in 2024 aboard Costa Fortuna, guests will have the opportunity to explore Egypt and the Holy Land, embarking on a journey of mystery and mysticism. Organized tours will take guests to the Egyptian Museum, the pyramids of Cheops, Chefren, and Mycerinus, the great pyramids of Giza, in a discovery of the enigmas of the Sphinx and the secrets of papyrus production, from plant to sheet. Tours will also take guests to visit the holy sites in Jerusalem, including the Cenacle and the tomb of King David, all along the Via Dolorosa to the Basilica of the Holy Sepulcher and the Wailing Wall. With Costa Fortuna also it will also be possible to visit Bethlehem, the birthplace of Christianity.

Morocco will be featured in 2023 by Costa Favolosa and in 2024 by both Costa Favolosa and Costa Fortuna. Between scented souks and fascinating medinas, in Casablanca two new tours will be available, allowing guests to immerse themselves in Moroccan traditions. Guests will be able to visit the majestic Hassan I Mosque, with a 6,000 m2 hammam adorned with mosaics and captivating scents, followed by a delicious lunch at Rick's Café, where the movie Casablanca was filmed. In Tangier, guests will be able to explore the markets of the white city and savor the flavors of Moroccan cuisine.

For the nature lovers, there's nothing better than the Canary Islands, available on Costa Firenze and Costa Fortuna in 2023, and Costa Diadema in 2024. Among the tours, a must-see is trekking in Lanzarote, exploring impressive stretches of solidified lava and volcanic cones with vibrant colors in the Timanfaya National Park. In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, guests can venture into the depths of the earth in the Cueva del Viento, Europe's most extensive lava tunnel, with 18 km of labyrinthine underground galleries formed 27,000 years ago!

Portugal will be offered by Costa Firenze, Costa Fortuna, Costa Favolosa, and Costa Fascinosa in 2023, in addition to Costa Diadema in 2024. The tours include an exploration into the unique traditions of Madeira, like descending mountains in the traditional wicker baskets, called "cestinhos", exploring the old city of Lisbon aboard a tuk-tuk or go on a whale-watching excursion along the "whale route" with a marine biologist. In 2024, Costa Fascinosa will sail towards the Azores, where guests can search for the secret ingredient of the famous purple volcanic tea and enjoy a lunch with "cozido das Furnas," a mix of meats cooked in pots buried underground.

Turkey will be the destination for Costa Fortuna in both 2023 and 2024. Guests will have the opportunity to experience Istanbul from four perspectives: on foot, by tram, by metro, and by boat, immersing themselves in the city's culture and daily life. In Izmir, they can discover Turkish rituals and then take a stroll through the village of Alaçati, which blends the East and the West.

Costa Firenze, Costa Fascinosa, Costa Diadema, and Costa Favolosa will offer a wide selection of cruises that combine the North and South of Europe into a single vacation, visiting charming destinations such as Copenhagen, Le Havre, from which guests will travel to explore Normandy and Mont Saint-Michel, the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage island, Cadiz, La Coruna, from where it will be possible to reach Santiago de Compostela, and Lisbon.

Costa Fortuna will also sail to experience the best of the Balearic Islands and the Greek islands, from the most famous to the lesser-known ones, exploring remote beaches and picturesque villages. Among the tours, highlights include a boat trip to the Blue Caves of Zante, a visit to the labyrinthine Palace of Knossos in Crete, and a bike tour in Palma de Mallorca.

You can book one of the wonderful Costa Voyages cruises on the Costa Cruises website www.costacruise.com or at your travel agency.

For additional information:

Ufficio Stampa Costa Crociere - tel. +39 010 5483523 / 010 5483068 - [email protected]

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Singaporean firm whose ship took down the Baltimore bridge just cited an 1851 maritime law to cap liability at $44 million

The owner and manager of a cargo ship that rammed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge before the span  collapsed last week  filed a court petition Monday seeking to limit their legal liability for the deadly disaster.

The companies’ “limitation of liability” petition is a routine but important procedure for cases litigated under U.S. maritime law. A federal court in Maryland ultimately decides who is responsible—and how much they owe—for what could become one of the costliest catastrophes of its kind.

Singapore-based Grace Ocean Private Ltd. owns the Dali, the vessel that lost power before it slammed into the bridge early last Tuesday. Synergy Marine Pte Ltd., also based in Singapore, is the ship’s manager.

Their  joint filing  seeks to cap the companies’ liability at roughly $43.6 million. It estimates that the vessel itself is valued at up to $90 million and was owed over $1.1 million in income from freight. The estimate also deducts two major expenses: at least $28 million in repair costs and at least $19.5 million in salvage costs.

The companies filed under a pre-Civil War provision of an 1851 maritime law that allows them to seek to limit their liability to the value of the vessel’s remains after a casualty. It’s a mechanism that has been employed as a defense in many of the most notable maritime disasters, said James Mercante, a New York City-based attorney with over 30 years of experience in maritime law.

“This is the first step in the process,” Mercante said. “Now all claims must be filed in this proceeding.”

Cases like this typically take years to completely resolve, said Martin Davies, director of Tulane University Law School’s Maritime Law Center.

“Although it’s a humongous case with a very unusual set of circumstances, I don’t think it’s going to be that complicated in legal terms,” he said. “All aspects of the law are very clear here, so I think the thing that will take the time here is the facts. What exactly went wrong? What could have been done?”

A report from credit rating agency Morningstar DBRS predicts the bridge collapse could become the most expensive marine insured loss in history, surpassing the record of about $1.5 billion held by the 2012  shipwreck of the Costa Concordia  cruise ship off Italy. Morningstar DBRS estimates total insured losses for the Baltimore disaster could be $2 billion to $4 billion.

Eight people were working on the highway bridge—a 1.6-mile (2.6-kilometer) span over the Patapsco River—when it collapsed. Two were rescued. The bodies of two more were recovered. Four remain missing and are presumed dead.

The wreckage closed the Port of Baltimore, a major shipping port, potentially costing the area’s economy hundreds of millions of dollars in lost labor income alone over the next month.

Experts say the  cost to rebuild  the collapsed bridge could be at least $400 million or as much as twice that, though much will depend on the new design.

The amount of money families can generally be awarded for wrongful death claims in maritime law cases is subject to several factors, including how much money the person would have likely provided in financial support to their family if they had not died.

Generally, wrongful death damages may also include things such as funeral expenses and the “loss of nurture,” which is essentially the monetary value assigned to whatever moral, spiritual or practical guidance the victim would have been able to provide to their children.

Associated Press writer Stefanie Dazio in Los Angeles contributed to this report.

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