Costa Magica
If you are extremely fascinated with the sheer beauty of Italy’s renowned Emerald Coast, Bellagio Positano, Portofino and Sicily then a cruise aboard Costa Magica is the right one for you since its tempting swimming pools and vibrant public places are all lovingly inspired from these exquisite Italian places. One of the largest passenger ships in Europe, Costa Magica naturally attracts European travelers particularly Italians, of course but there is also a great number of passengers hailing from North America who wish to rub elbows with Europeans and experience what Italian cruising feels like. And since the voyage predominantly consist of Italian passengers, Americans on board my miss those hamburgers by the pool side and rounds of blackjack at the casino but may savor those espressos available in the ship’s bars and strut their stuffs on the dance floor with all those late-night dancing gigs.
Built in 2004, the cruise ship can accommodate up to 3,695 passengers (including the 1,023 crew members) and can entertain all of them with its numerous bars, casinos, lounges and other public places on interest like the following:
- Bressanone Library (those who want to constantly feed their mind)
- Virtual World Arcade (video games for the children and for those who are child at heart)
- Capri Lounge (to dance the night away and to enjoy some cocktails)
- Augustus Lounge 1952
- Capo Colonna Piano Bar (listen to the music of the grand piano playing)
- Classico L’Aquilla Bar (for some intimate conversations)
- Salento Grand Bar (there’s a casino next door)
- Casino Sicilia
- Urbino Theater (for a wonderful, unforgettable night of dancing, music and brilliant shows)
To really lived up to its name, the esteemed Milan-based Accademia di Brera was inspired by the theme “magic” to render a series of enthralling works of art that never fails to capture the attention and elicit admiration from all those that see them. The captivating artworks adorn some of the onboard suites of the ship and the stairways as well so one cannot miss their alluring effect.
Specific features of Costa Magica include the following:
The Cabins
With a total of 1,358 cabins to 843 are located outside and more than 400 of them having their own private balconies, all these passenger cabins have the following features:
- small refrigerators
- wide windows
- furniture made of leather
- a compact closet
- vanity and desk
- bathrooms with showers heads and vanities
The Restaurants
The Costa Smerelda Restaurant and Portofino Restaurant
Feasts on a combination of popular Italian menus and American delights in the ship’s major dining areas; Italian wines are also served.
Bellagio Buffet
Well, who doesn’t want t9o feast on sumptuous buffet that include pizza and grilled meats among its array of specialties? There is even a coffee station that serves on a 24-hour basis
The Swimming Pools and Other Amenities
The ship has four pools with one that has water slides and a retractable roof. The Saturnia Spa offers massage and facial treatments. There is an area for aerobics sessions and a gym where steppers, treadmills and stationery bikes are available.
For a whole new dazzling experience, come aboard Costa Magica and live a life that is full of magic!
