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1 week onboard Costa Toscana - why the bad reviews?! (Part 2 of 2)

Travel Blog Jamie
Travel Blog Jamie
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👁️ 26K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:23:44
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsCruise Vlog🥈Expert Creator
Mediterranean · Winter · 7 nightsFrom SavonaFirst-Time Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I think that might have been the worst experience I've ever had in a buffet it's so busy you can't walk around

I have really enjoyed the food on board in the main dining room in particular every course I had was very good

consistency of levels of service really does need attention on this particular ship

this offers very good value for money in terms of a fly cruise with your transfers included

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check the daily program and app for announcements instead of relying on ship-wide calls
Factor in the pay-as-you-go model when budgeting for your cruise
If you have dietary restrictions or preferences, make them known to staff early

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overcrowding on a large shipThe ship felt busy but not overwhelmingly so; plan for potential chaos in areas like the buffet
Pay-as-you-go model adding upThe baseline price is low, but extras like drinks, internet, and excursions can increase the total cost

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy are there bad reviews for Costa Toscana?
QIs the food quality on Costa Toscana good?
QWhat is the value for money on a Costa cruise?

Topics Covered

Excursions3 Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconService Crew2 Sad BaconDisembarkation4 Sad BaconDrink Package1 Happy BaconDining Buffet3½ Sad BaconDining Main3½ Happy BaconCabin Interior2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Civita di Bagnoregio4 Happy Bacon
Top: Civita di Bagnoregio excursion (€16)
Civitavecchia (Rome)
Top: Civita di Bagnoregio excursion (€16)
Palermo, Sicily3½ Happy Bacon
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Meh — no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Description

My first ever cruise with Costa Cruises continues - this is my 2 part docu-vlog of my whole experience of a week onboard Costa Toscana. This is a whole new world for me and yes, I saw some of the bad reviews but I’m all for making up my own mind (as should you). In this episode I show you my entire experience onboard Costa Toscana including all venues, meals, menus, entertainment, spa, thermal suite (etc) and what I get up to in our next ports of call, Palma de Mallorca, Palermo, Sicily and the ‘dying city’ of Civita Di Bagnoregio, about 1h30 from Civitavecchia. It’s then time for disembarkation process, awful transfer back to Milan and flight back to see Maffoo and my fur babies. Buckle up, part 2 has all the best highs and unexpected lows. The big question, would you sail with Costa Cruises? Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications for bi-weekly cruise and travel vlogs! Let’s follow each other on Facebook (jamiewrobins), X, Threads, Instagram and Blue Sky @travelblogjamie. You can become an exclusive member of my Patreon page with behind the scenes vlogs, Patron-only LIVES, shout-outs, monthly post cards, personalised video messages etc at Patreon.com/travelblogjamie, have personalised videos made for you at Cameo.com/travelblogjamie (currently in the top 13% of requests worldwide) and find my webpage at beacons.ai/travelblogjamie. #costacruises #costatoscana #costacrociere #cruise #travelblogjamie #cruiseship