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COSTA MEDITERRANEA.
Sea for yourself
The last ship I visited, Costa Mediterranea, is the
sister ship of Costa Atlantica and technically
identical in design. The major difference between
Tony Hammond
is the first of
the two is in the interior design; with Costa
five TTG
Atlantica influenced by Fellini and this ship taking
Cruisaders
its cues from Italian art, architecture and culture. we’re recruit-
The atrium is spectacular, as is the walk down ing as case
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the glass staircase, which is very high and links
studies about
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two of the large and spacious restaurants.
agents getting
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are ideal for families and couples alike, with no
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COSTA ATLANTICA.
real bar on age range. But bear in mind that on
At three-and-a-half times the size of Costa European cruises, the majority of passengers will
Tony’s top tips
Marina, Costa Atlantica is altogether a different be continental, so don’t send clients who prefer
proposition. to be among a host of Brits. ALTHOUGH Costa is Italian-owned, English is now
You board the ship straight into the main the language among crew due to the wide range
atrium area, with its panoramic lifts towering of nationalities represented onboard. Costa’s
high above you. Far East sailings are very popular with the UK
The decoration is much brighter and far more market, so Brits make up to 60% of passengers.
glamorous, with numerous bars, lounges and It is also worth remembering that Costa will
eating possibilities. I also appreciated seeing allow passengers to embark and disembark at
teak decks and balconies on a modern ship. certain ports other than those where the
The Squok Club is perfectly sized and there is itineraries formally start and finish from. So if
the addition of a large arcade area to keep the there are no flights available to get your clients
kids amused. The gym is at the front of the ship to the port of departure, they may be able to join
so you can see where you are sailing to while you a day later by flying to the first port of call and do
are working out. the full cruise from there.
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