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Costa Diadema Cruise Review to Europe - Western Mediterranean
7 Night Marvellous Mediterranean (Rome Roundtrip)
Sail date: February 04, 2016
Ship: Costa Diadema
Cabin type: Inside
Cabin number: 2285
Traveled as: Couple
Reviewed: 8 years ago
Review summary
This was not a bad cruise. The rooms were compact & efficient. (Dual plugs were a plus) the service was friendly and not overly intrusive. The food was just OK. Not great. As Americans, we did not have to pay for water with meals. There were many many things that were extra. Like water, soft drinks, juice, etc. ( a beverage plan is available @ different price points) there were several alternative restraunts for dinner, all cost extra. Trying to get breakfast or lunch @ the buffet was like hand to hand combat. It was crowded and difficult to navigate. Shore excursions were overpriced! Overall it was a good experience, but it is also a case of you get what you pay for.
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
Entertainment
Service and Staff
Cabin / Stateroom
Ship tip
The ship was newer and very nice. Lots of families on board. People from every nation. Most crew members spoke several languages very well (I'm jealous of this skill).
Ports of call
La Spezia (Cinque Terre), Italy