Costa Marina
If there is one feature of Costa Marina that truly captivates everyone who step a foot on this magnificent cruise ship, it is the arresting grandeur of its atrium made of glass that sparkled with the ship’s brilliant lightings. Gracefully ascending up to three decks high, the commanding presence of the atrium has even been heightened by the inclusion of a waterfall-like feature where clear water stream down a glass wall. A magnificent view indeed! But that’s just a mere glimpse of the overall splendor of Costa Marina. The ship’s nightclub will find revelers dancing and partying under the magical constellations of stars, what with its dome made of glass. These are just slices of exciting things to discover aboard this ship from the famed Costa Cruises.
Twelve years after its launch in 1990, Marina got an extreme makeover; so to speak, in 2002 where latest teak planking was installed at the upper deck and all staterooms were treated to brand new upholstery, curtains and carpeting. The ship can support up to 760 passengers and interestingly, the passengers that are being wooed by Costa Marina are the Germans. The general atmosphere of the ship is beaming with vibrancy and life, so for those who are into hobnobbing and socializing and delight in activities where a lot of interactions take place, then take this cruise and enjoy life with the company of affable people.
Other Specific features of Costa Marina include the following:
The Cabins
Having a total of 388 staterooms, these are particularly divided into the following categories:
- suites with private balconies
- rooms with ocean view: single, double, triple and quad
- ocean view singles
- inside singles
- “inside doubles” with each having a couple of twin beds
- “inside doubles” with each having a queen-size bed
- “inside triples”
- “inside quads”
The standard features of all the cabins are compact closet, a desk and vanity, a cabinet and a bathroom with shower head.
The Restaurants
Cristallo Restaurant
This 440-seater dining venue offers seafood delicacies and pasta creations along with grilled meats. Specific favorites are baked provolone and grilled eggplant. The restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows accommodate natural lighting for added charm.
Yacht Club Buffet
This 260-seater restaurant offers a wide range of cuisine from Asian to Europeans for breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.
The Various Amenities and Highlights
- two swimming pools (one intended for children)
- the Tropicana Theater (260-seater with daily and nightly shows similar to those performed in Las Vegas)
- a running track that stretches up to 250 meters
- a ball room
- the Marina Spa (various spa treatments like a full body massage)
- a beauty salon and a sauna
- a fitness center (offers numerous exercise classes like classic aerobics, Pilates and yoga and even dance classes as well)
- Laguna Club (for some live and mesmerizing music treat)
For those who are wishing a splendid sea voyage full of warm smiles and amiable conversations on the company of different nice people, come aboard Costa Marina!
