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Things I LOVED and HATED on my Mediterranean Cruise - Costa Smeralda

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πŸ‘οΈ 11K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 26:02
What This Creator Said
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Mediterranean Β· SummerVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I would and will cruise with them again

the drink package was 245 Euros per person which boils down to around 35 Euros a day

these desserts were amazing I kind of want to say these are probably some of the best tasting and best presented desserts I've had on any ship at all

the design of the theater spaces on board this ship is horrible

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book a Mediterranean cruise with Costa for affordable prices and drink packages.
βœ“Arrive early to the theater to get a seat with an unobstructed view.
βœ“Try the desserts in the main dining room.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cruise line reputation β€” Costa may not have a fantastic reputation, but the creator enjoyed both experiences and would cruise with them again.
Expectations vs. price β€” If you pay 699 Euros for a Mediterranean cruise, don't expect the Ritz Carlton; with lower expectations, you might have a good time.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the pros and cons of cruising with Costa Smeralda?
QIs Costa a good value for Mediterranean cruises?
QWhat should travelers expect from the shows and dining on Costa Smeralda?

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The Costa Smeralda is the world's 7th largest cruise ship. I cruised with this gigantic floating hotel and waterpark around the Mediterranean in the summer of 2023 and I was pleasantly surprised. Costa is the Italian brand of Carnival Cruise Line, and they offer a pretty good experience for a fairly low price compared to Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and NCL, (to name a few). #cruise #cruiseline #cruiseship Get my NEW BOOK! "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09MV7KR5K Get exclusive videos and behind the scenes looks here: https://www.patreon.com/veryunofficial Amazon links to my gear, and other fun stuff I wish I had! https://www.amazon.com/shop/veryunofficialtravelguides Follow on: www.facebook.com/MorgansVeryunOfficialTravelGuides Instagram @MrMorganOBrien Twitter: @MrMorganOBrien Affiliate Links: I receive a small percentage from purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.