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Following in the rich traditions of Costa's magnificent Italian-inspired vessels, the Classica epitomizes our devotion to Italian design. Richly embellished public rooms feature rare woods and Carrara marble, exquisitely detailed by the finest European artisans. The Classica's staterooms are generously proportioned and luxuriously appointed. No expenses were spared making this the most beautiful ship a float. Discover the fine art of Italian cooking in a class that simmers, or explore Europe's ancient destinations in an exciting lecture. You can do everything. Or nothing at all. Whatever you choose, one thing is certain - you'll never be bored onboard a Costa cruise.
Overview Costa Classica Public rooms The Ponte Vecchio shop features duty-free Italian designer goods as well as sundries. The library also houses the six-station Internet area, with 17-inch flat screen monitors and e-postcard capability. The 40-seat card room drew bridge fanatics, and the Sanremo Casino has 120 slot machines, along with six roulette wheels, seven Black Jack tables, a mini dice table and five video games. The Puccini Ballroom holds the Piano Bar and private parties were scheduled there, too, during the cruise. The Business/Conference Center has very comfortable chairs with pop-up writing tables and simultaneous translation facilities. Activities Come join our staff aboard Costa's Atlantica while we have a blast sailing the deep blue seas. Your time on-board will be completely occupied by our many activity and facility possibilities to enjoy at your leisure. Whether you decided to relax in the Jacuzzis, get dazzled up in the Beauty Salon or catch of some reading time in the Library. While you're enjoying your cruises, our small cruisers are also accommodated with a Children's Room for them to enjoy as well.
Entertainment
Entry into the two-level Colosseo Showroom is really impressive, very Roman; inside it's like being in a seashell with a handmade mosaic backdrop framing the production shows, dancing, travel lectures and movies that are held here. The high backed, colorful leather chairs in the main lounge's Piazza Navona Grand Bar drew clusters of guests at all hours. The captain's cocktail party is held here, as well as games and dancing. The Galileo Disco and Observatory at the top of the ship is really spectacular, observatory by day with a clear 360-degreee view of heaven, sea and earth, and a mecca for late night dancing. While the children are away, the adults are at play. Aboard Costa's world-renown Classica, you'll find a wider variety of entertainment than you'll be able to imagine. If you're feeling a little lucky, feel free to journey to the Casino and try your luck at a game of blackjack or the slot machines. If you have a case of Dancing Fever, proceed to the Galileo disco & Observatory or the Puccini Ballroom and enjoy yourself. If you're looking for a bar type atmosphere, you'll enjoy the Piazza Navona Grand Bar. No matter where your spirit leads you, you'll be overcome with excitement.
Fitness and Recreation There are two very pleasant pools on Deck 11 and two jacuzzis by the aft pool, as well as two at the Caracalla Spa and Fitness Center, run with Technogym equipment, which allows you to program your workout and take it home. An authentic Roman bath, steam, sauna and the full range of treatments and salon offerings through Steiner round out the offerings. A very pleasant Juice Bar serves smoothies and other nonalcoholic concoctions, and the front windows give really awesome views over the sea or ports of call. A walking and fitness track saw use from early morning until around dinnertime. Family The onboard youth center is attractive and colorful, with the children's program accommodating young cruisers ages 3-17 from 9 a.m.-11:30 p.m. except for generous lunch and dinner hours and during days in port. Group babysitting with a fee can be arranged for ages 3 and up. Costa frequently offers special rates for families. Fellow passengers Since Classica sails in Europe, the ship has a very international clientele, with about 10-20% North Americans. Passengers tend to be ages 45 and over. Although announcements are still made in several languages, Costa limits the length and frequency of them. Dress Each seven day cruise has two formal nights and a Toga Night; the rest is mostly resort casual; 10-day itineraries have one additional formal night. Gratuity Recommended amounts are $2.50 per person, per day for the waiter, $1.50 per person, per day for the cabin steward, $1 per person, per day for the headwaiter. |
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was inaugurated in 1991 as a step upward toward luxury, and in 1999 there was a plan to stretch her, which was abandoned in favor of an extensive refurbishment in 2000. You can get drunk on the lavish display of art on this ship, set at about $20 million when she was launched, with an incredible amount of sculpture, original painting, hangings, murals and crafts, even for a Costa vessel. The nude figures in the lobby are gone now, and problems with sound carrying in the dining room, which originally reverberated from the Carrerra marble floor, have been solved. With rich wood paneling and the charming leather chairs that have been used in Costa's later ships, the Classica emerged from her refit gorgeous and very popular. This is a romantic ship, from the moment the white-gloved attendants escort passengers to their cabins, and service has real panache.