Launched in November 1993, the new Costa Romantica will continue an evolution in luxury cruising begun by her sister ship, the Costa Classica. The Costa Romantica is an architectural tour de force of stunning drama. Window walls offer breathtaking ocean vistas. Public rooms are richly embellished with rare woods and Carrara marble, exquisitely detailed by the finest European artisans. Original works of art greet the eye at every turn. The talented designers of the Costa Romantica have spared no expense to make her the most comfortable and beautiful ship afloat.

She is decorated with almost $20 million in original works of art including sculptures, painting, murals, wall hangings, and handcrafted artisan furnishings. She has 34 luxurious Italian-inspired suites, averaging approximately 340 to 580 square feet (ten suites with verandas) featuring all the comforts of home and butler-style service that the most experienced travelers will enjoy. Nautical wall murals and cheerful fabrics capture the Costa Romantica's spirit of adventure. Her over-sized staterooms average more than 200 square feet, and are considered to be among the largest of any ship.

A fully contained spa at sea offers an exciting complement of Health and Fitness Activities, including Beauty treatments, therapies and personalized instruction. Full promenade deck designed for fitness enthusiasts. 1,500 square-foot Business/Conference Center features the latest in audio-visual and business.

• 2 Swimming Pools
• 4 Jacuzzi Hydro Massage Baths
• Jogging Track
• Caracalla Spa
• Venus Beauty
• Fitness Center/Gym
• Lido Capri

If the ideal dining experience is what you crave, Costa's Romantica would be the perfect ship for your cruise. You're guarantee the best dining affair ever on the open seas. Our skilled chefs will turn your old favorites into a thing of the past and open your mind to a wide range of new favorites. If you have a sweet tooth and don't know what to do, make a trip down to the bakery shop and put that sweet tooth to rest. The kiddie-o's also have their own Pizzeria with each and every meal that they'll possible want.

• Botticelli Restaurant
• Terazza Cafe
• Juliet's Patisserie
• Romeo's Pizzeria
• Indoor/Outdoor Restaurant
• 24-Hour Room Service

Let the entertainment begin!

As the moon lights the sky, the level of energy high. The air is filled with the enchanting sounds to people interacting, finding new and old friends, variety of music playing, and thrilling sounds from the casino of those trying their luck. No matter what you're in the mood for, they'll be come form of entertainment to suit your mood to a "T". Even if you plan on just dancing the night through, they'll be a Disco just for you. With the help of Costa's Romantica, your cruise will surely be worth your wild and more. Enjoy!

• Diva Disco on the Lisboa Deck, 14 decks above the sea
• Tango Ballroom
• Excelsior Casino
• The two story L'Opera Theatre
• Piazza Italia Grand Bar