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Costa Cruises, (Is it as bad as they say? - Costa Smeralda Review)

Cruise Buoys
Cruise Buoys
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👁️ 31K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 14:26
What This Creator Said
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Mediterranean

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

the food to be truly amazing absolutely

the shows themselves were spectacular

overall would we cruise with costa again definitely yeah it was a great family holiday

the lifts are a real pain to just be prepared if you can't use the stairs

Creator's Tips & Advice

get a drinks package because nothing is included if you don't
be prepared for lift waits if you can't use the stairs

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Costa Cruises as bad as the reviews say?
QWas the Mediterranean cruise on Costa Smeralda a good experience?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing3½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconExcursions3 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3½ Happy BaconKids Family3½ Happy BaconSpa Fitness4 Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Civitavecchia4 Happy Bacon
Top: Town on the edge of extinction
Savona4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Finaborgo and Noli
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YouTube Video Description

Please watch: "Get Ready With Me for Embarkation Day 🛳️✨#grwm" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qu6AefU8KU --~-- Despite the bad reviews, we took a Mediterranean cruise on the Costa Smeralda... Was it really as bad as they say? 🚢 Costa Cruises has been making waves (and not always in a good way) with its mixed reviews. Many cruisers have shared frustrations over service, food quality, and onboard experience. But is Costa as bad as people claim? Or are these reviews missing the full picture? 🌊 Join us as we uncover the truth about our Mediterranean adventure on Costa Smeralda. We'll share our honest opinions and answer the big question: Would we cruise with Costa again? Plus, don’t miss the BTS (behind-the-scenes) end-credit scene for some fun extras! 🎥✨ 📽 Upcoming Content We’ve got exciting new videos lined up, including a full ship tour and daily vlogs, so stay tuned and make sure to subscribe! 🛳✨ 👨‍👩‍👦 About Us Hi! We’re Justin, Tristan, and Josh, also known as Cruise Buoys! Our cruising journey began in 2019 with a Norwegian Fjords cruise on P&O Britannia, and we’ve been hooked ever since! After cruising on MSC Bellissima, our love for the high seas turned into a passion we want to share with the world. 🌍 With over 9 cruises planned for the next year, we’re here to bring you tips, tricks, and real insights into traveling as a family. We’re not just travelers; we’re memory-makers, and we want to inspire your next adventure while keeping it real. 💻 Connect With Us! 📹 YouTube – Subscribe to our channel and join the adventure! Hit the like button 👍 to support us. 📷 Instagram – Follow us on Instagram for live updates and behind-the-scenes moments! 🛍 Merch – Shop our Cruise Buoys merch to sail in style! 💬 BlueSky – Follow us on BlueSky for exclusive updates! #CostaCruises #CostaSmeralda #MediterraneanCruise #CruiseReviews #FamilyTravel #CruiseLife #TravelVloggers #CruiseBuoys #CruiseTips #ShipTour #DailyVlogs #CruisingWithKids #CruiseVacation Hit play and come aboard to find out if Costa lives up to its reputation! ⛴ 00:00 Introduction 01:17 Highlights Reel 03:47 Embarkation 04:51 First Impressions 05:29 Resturants 07:13 Entertainment 08:28 Kids Club 09:32 SPA 10:28 Gym 10:51 Pools 12:05 Excusions 12:54 Final Thoughts