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MIAMI, Oct. 17 -- Travelers can explore the best of the Mediterranean for a fraction of the price this fall and winter with Costa's "Mediterranean Value Voyage" collection. As Europe's Number One Cruise Line with nearly 60 years of cruising experience in the region, Costa offers the best of the continent while providing guests with warm, Italian hospitality and an international ambience. The collection features select voyages from November 2006 through April 2007, with early booking fares offering savings of up to 45%.
All of Costa's ships sailing the Mediterranean in the winter are equipped with either retractable magrodomes or indoor pools, making poolside activities enjoyable at all times for guests. This includes the new Costa Concordia, which debuted in July 2006 and currently sailing its inaugural season in the Mediterranean. Revolutionary and stylish, the ship boasts the largest spa at sea, a Grand Prix race car driving simulator and the largest enclosable pool deck of any cruise ship.
"Many North American travelers have long known the benefits of a winter Mediterranean vacation -- lower priced airfare offers more affordable travel, while fewer crowds at ports of call make for easy exploration at the numerous historical sites," said Lynn Torrent, President & CEO of Costa Cruise Lines- North America. "In addition, temperatures in the region are relatively mild, providing a comfortable vacation experience onboard and ashore."
Costa's "Mediterranean Value Voyage" collection features 10- and 11-night cruises throughout Spain, Morocco, Portugal, the Canary Islands, Egypt, Cyprus and Greece. Fares for 10-night cruises, including airfare, hotel accommodations and ground transportation begin at $1,398 per person. Government taxes are additional. All fares are subject to change and based on availability.
Costa, Europe's Number One Cruise Line, offers an experience that is delightfully different in service and cuisine, in an atmosphere filled with love, laughter and la dolce vita. It's called "Cruising Italian Style" and true to its heritage, no detail has been overlooked in bringing the beauty and hospitality of Italy to the sea. Cruising Italian Style ... that's Amore!
The ships of Costa range in size from 30,000-tons to 112,000-tons, and provide an ambience that is distinctly Italian - from the progressive architecture and stylish design to the unforgettable cuisine and gracious hospitality. With eleven ships in service and three on order, Costa offers cruises that span the globe on itineraries of three nights and longer throughout the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, Transatlantic, Dubai, and the Far East.
For reservations or more information, contact a travel agent, call (800) GO-COSTA or visit www.costacruises.com.
Costa Cruises is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE:CCL) (NYSE:and) (NYSE:CUK) .
Costa Cruises is RINA certified with the BEST 4, a highly structured system of certifications involving social responsibility (SA 8000, 2001), environment (UNI EN ISO 14001, 1996), safety (OHSAS 18001, 1999) and quality (UNI EN ISO 9001, 2000). Costa Cruises is a proud member of World's Leading Cruise Lines. Our exclusive alliance also includes Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Windstar Cruises and The Yachts of Seabourn. Sharing a passion to please each guest, and a commitment to quality and value, our member lines appeal to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Together we offer exciting and enriching cruise vacations to the world's most desirable destinations.
Source: Costa Cruises
