TRAVEL TIPS
Follow those who Love the Sea, just Like You!
The Mediterranean
with Costa Toscana
Amid the rocky ravines of a valley nestled between Lake Bolsena and the Tiber plain, atop a hilltop plateau of clay and tuff rock, stands a medieval village that looks like it has come straight out of a fairy tale: Civita di Bagnoregio. Famous for its beauty and an inescapable fate due to the constant erosion of the hillside and surrounding valley, it has set the scene for countless cinematic masterpieces, including Fellini's “La Strada” (The Road), Miyazaki's “Spirited Away”, and Sorrentino's “The Young Pope”, among many others. The name “Bagnoregio” translates to “King's Bath”, recalling the thermal waters that, according to the legend, once healed Desiderius, King of the Lombards. Today, the village has just ten residents, countless cats, a “wishing well” and many other legends that you can discover with the help of our expert guide. And, of course, your visit isn’t complete without sampling the traditional local food and drink.
Back on board, a light show reveals the secrets of some of the most fascinating sea creatures. Among whales, dolphins and humpback whales, get ready for our Sea Destination Light show in the Cetacean Sanctuary! Experience this innovative show from the unique perspective of the ship on the open sea.
Dubai and the Emirates
with Costa Smeralda
Is there anything more exotic than crossing the desert dunes on the back of a dromedary camel to discover the animals of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve before enjoying a traditional barbecue under the stars and spending the night in a Bedouin tent? Experience the famous hospitality and charming traditions of the local people, and if they offer you a cup of gahwa, the Arabic coffee drunk before a meal, remember to give it back with your right hand after drinking it!
And to totally immerse yourself in the Arabian atmosphere, the “Skyline Party” in Abu Dhabi Bay awaits you. The dancers in traditional clothing, private spaces and lights of the skyscrapers in the distance will give this glamorous party a unique atmosphere.
The Dominican Republic
with Costa Fascinosa
The island of Tortola is home to a forest that you can fly over, just a few metres above the treetops, enjoying extraordinary views. With the canopy tour, you can don a helmet, gloves and harness and fly over the island to admire the sites with a dash of adrenaline, for the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation. Here humanity and nature live in harmony: did you know that the buildings in the capital are painted in pastel colours to blend in with the colours of the tropical vegetation?
And the fun doesn’t end there! Back on board, in the bay of Guadalupe, you can have a ball at the “White Moon Party”, the most dazzling party ever, with “lunar” cocktails, international artists and exclusive cuisine. All under the moonlight...
The Dominican Republic
with Costa Fascinosa
We have the perfect experience for you. Catalina Island, a mile and a half off the coast of the Dominican Republic, is a protected natural area with white sandy beaches, secret caves and natural pools, making it the pristine paradise you have always dreamed of. Experience a day in the life of Robinson Crusoe, getting up close with monkeys and macaques or diving to discover the colourful depths of the coral reef.
Catalina Bay will also be the setting for an unmissable Sea Destination, with the sunset as the backdrop. On board, among dancing and tropical cocktails, we will celebrate our “Sea Party” to the rhythm of Merengue music.
