http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room.aspx You can read more news and updates here on Costa Cruises, a World's Leading Cruise Lines brand! 10 Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Costa Cruises’ Fifteenth Ship in Costa Fleet Set to Debut in Summer 2011 Costa’s newest ship, the Costa Favolosa, took to the sea for the very first time today at a ceremony held at Fincantieri’s Marghera ship yard in honor of the ship’s technical launch. The Costa Favolos... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Thu, 05 Aug 2010 12:56:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-favolosa-launches-in-marghera.aspx Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, inaugurated the new international cruise terminal in Tianjin on Friday with the first port call of the Costa Romantica (53,000-tons; 1,356 dbl occ). The opening of the new terminal marks a major step forward in the growth of Costa Cruises in China. C... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:46:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-inaugurates-new-tianjin-international-cruise-terminal-in-china.aspx Work is continuing at Fincantieri’s Marghera yard on the construction of the Costa Favolosa, the fifteenth member of the Costa fleet. The ship’s distinct yellow funnel with blue “C,” a design that has been a signature feature of all Costa vessels for over 60 years, was recent... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:41:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-installs-funnel-for-costa-favolosa.aspx The global launch of the 50th anniversary festivities for the famed Italian move “La Dolce Vita” began today in Stockholm onboard the Costa Atlantica. Anita Eckberg, one of the stars of the film, was the honorary guest of Costa Cruises’ during a luncheon in Stockholm celebrating th... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:19:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/famed-film-la-dolce-vita-commences-50th-anniversary-celebrations-onboard-costa-atlantica.aspx Europe’s Number One Cruise Line Offers Niche Cruise Product to Travelocity Customers   Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, is now available on Travelocity, one of the world’s leading online travel retailers. Current 2010 itineraries and future 2011 routes from Costa&rsqu... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:17:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-announces-new-marketing-agreement-with-travelocity.aspx Seven-Night Mediterranean Sailings in Peak Summer Months Offer Travelers an Affordable and Authentic European Experience Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, is making peak-season Europe accessible with Mediterranean cruise getaways in 2010 from just $699 per person. These limited-time far... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:07:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-makes-2010-summer-europe-accessible-with-cruises-from-just-699-plus-three-category-upgrades.aspx Along with her sister ship, the Costa Luminosa, the new Costa Deliziosa (92,600-tons; 2,260 dbl occ) is the newest “flagship,” of the Costa fleet, offering the most exclusive and innovative elements designed for Costa’s most discerning clientele. Features of the Costa Deliziosa com... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:16:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-deliziosa-the-newest-flagship-of-the-costa-fleet.aspx Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, was awarded “Best Mediterranean Itineraries” and “Best Africa/Middle East Itineraries” in the eleventh annual Porthole Cruise Magazine’s  Readers’ Choice Awards. The awards are published in the December 2009 issue... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 08 Dec 2009 07:33:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-wins-best-mediterranean-africa-and-middle-east-itineraries-in-2009-porthole-readers-choice-awards.aspx The Costa Deliziosa, Costa’s newest flagship, completed her official technical trials in the open sea successfully. She will be inaugurated on February 23, 2010 in Dubai, which marks the first time the international locale has hosted a cruise ship naming ceremony.   The stunning ship, C... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 07 Dec 2009 07:30:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-deliziosa-completes-sea-trials-successfully.aspx Highlights Include Reduced Consumption and Increased Water Recycling    The fourth edition of Costa Cruises’ Sustainability Report is now available online at www.costacruises.com. It was drafted in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Guidelines. Highlights of Cost... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:24:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-releases-fourth-sustainability-report.aspx Costa Cruises’ renowned Samsara Spa was named “best spa” in the 2009 Cruise Critic “Editors’ Picks” Awards. The awards honor the world’s top cruise lines and highlight the best of the best in cruising. The Samsara Spa is featured on all of Costa’s newe... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:08:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-samsara-spa-named-best-spa-in-cruise-critic-editors-picks-awards.aspx First Cruise Ship to be named in an Arabian City – Inaugural Set for February 23, 2010   Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, and the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) announced today that the new Costa Deliziosa with be named in Dubai. Costa and DTCM wi... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:31:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-and-duabi-team-up-for-inaugural-celebration-of-new-costa-deliziosa.aspx Names Chosen by Travel Agents and Guests from Around the World    After more than 16,000 suggestions from more than 40,000 travel agents and fans around the world, the names of the 16th and 17th ships in the Costa fleet have been selected. The two sister ships, set to debut in 2011 and 2... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:29:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-unveils-names-of-newest-fleet-memebers-costa-favolosa--costa-fascinosa.aspx All Programs Minimize Impact on Ecosystems and Create Economic Opportunities for Local Communities    Travelers sailing with Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, may select from 240 special eco-excursions, created to minimize their impact on ecosystems and generate economic oppo... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:20:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-offers-240-eco-excursions-on-sailing-around-the-world.aspx The Costa Atlantica, a member of the Costa Cruises fleet, once again received a perfect score for vessel sanitation in a recent inspection conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  The inspection was held on September 26 during a stopover in New York, one of the port c... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:14:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-atlantica-receives-a-perfect-score-for-vessel-sanitation.aspx Savor unique European destinations while enjoying La Dolce Vita this winter with Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line. New packages begin at just $1,408 per person and include cruise fare, air fare, air tax, transfers and a one-night post hotel stay, if necessary.   Beginning at $1,40... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:14:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-offers-european-sailings-complete-with-air-beginning-at-just-128-per-person-a-day.aspx MIAMI (September 24, 2009) – Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, received the ABB Energy Efficiency Award 2009 this week in recognition of its efforts and progress in improving energy efficiency in its motor and drive systems.   The prize was presented as part of “Energy... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Thu, 24 Sep 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-receives-the-abb-energy-efficiency-award-2009.aspx 7-Night Caribbean Sailings Also Include Free Upgrades from $549 and “Kids Sail Free” Specials Throughout the Season   Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, is offering “Italy in the Tropics” at an upgrade during its winter Caribbean season from Ft. Lauderdale. ... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:17:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-offers-italy-in-the-tropics-from-just-399.aspx 15-Night Transatlantic Sailing on the Costa Fortuna from $599   Travelers can experience the romantic charm of Europe and the tropical beauty of the Caribbean all at once, and for just $40 a day, with Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line. Fares on the December 5, 2009 15-night sailing... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:53:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/the-best-of-both-worlds-sail-europe-and-the-caribbean-for-40-a-day-on-costas-transatlantic-routes.aspx Getting Set to Sail is Easy with Three Simple Steps at www.costacruises.com   MIAMI (July 20, 2009) — Guests sailing with Costa, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, may now check-in online for their cruise vacation with three simple steps at www.costacruises.com. This new web check-i... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:25:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-introduces-web-check-in-for-guests.aspx MIAMI (July 15, 2009) – Costa Cruises, Europe’s Number One Cruise Line, planted 100 organically-certified olive plants today in the Cinque Terre National Park near Castagnoli di Riomaggiore in Italy.   As an environmental effort, Costa Cruises decided to make the inaugural event l... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:00:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-cruises-donates-100-olive-trees-to-cinque-terre-national-park.aspx COSTA PACIFICA, FOURTEENTH SHIP IN COSTA FLEET IS DELIVERED IN ITALY Second Ship to be Delivered to Costa in Less than One Month   MIAMI (May 29, 2009) – The Costa Pacifica, the fourteenth ship in the Costa fleet, was delivered today at the Genova-Sestri Ponente ship yard by Fincant... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Fri, 29 May 2009 12:55:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-pacifica-fourteenth-ship-in-costa-fleet-is-delivered-in-italy.aspx COSTA LUMINOSA DELIVERED BY FINCANTIERI AT MARGHERA SHIPYARD Thirteenth Ship in Costa Fleet; First of Three New Ships to be Delivered in Less Than One Year   MIAMI (May 1, 2009) – The thirteenth ship in the Costa fleet, the Costa Luminosa, was delivered yesterday by Fincantieri at t... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Fri, 01 May 2009 08:57:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-luminosa-delivered-by-fincantieri-at-marghera-shipyard.aspx COSTA DOUBLES CRUISES IN THE FAR EAST WITH THE DEBUT OF THE COSTA CLASSICA    MIAMI (April 6, 2009) – Costa, Europe’s number one cruise line, has doubled its presence in the Far East with the arrival of the Costa Classica (53,000-tons, 1,308 dbl occ), which joins the Costa ... Costa Cruises Press Room | World's Leading Cruise Lines Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:59:00 GMT http://www.worldsleadingcruiselines.com/AboutUs/press-room/costa-cruise-lines-press-room/costa-doubles-cruises-in-the-far-east-with-the-debut-of-the-costa-classica.aspx