tgladen26
Get a cabin with a balcony.
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Costa Luminosa Cruise Reviews - Tips
56 Costa Luminosa Tips
orionch1
The itinerary is amazing but keep the expectations low when it comes to food and entertainment, at least for everyone younger than 50.
sshiggs
Do not book shore excursions directly with the Luminosa. We found that in each port, we were able to book the exact same tour for a third of the price charged on board the ship. If you are visiting Bari, Italy, Costa will charge you 7 euro 95/ person for a transfer from the ship to the city. Avoid this unnecessary cost. The walk from the ship to the city takes about 10 minutes at a leisurely pace. We learned this after we had been gypped. Don't make a similar mistake. In general, Costa charged for simple amenities which were included free of charge on every other line we sailed with. The tendency to nickle and dime guests gets old very quickly. The cruise line's aim is obviously to make money, and while I'm no economist, I would say it is going about it in the wrong way. Savvy consumers simply make the choice to cruise with another line in future, or, like my husband and I did, refuse to patronize any of the services on board the ship and wait until the port stop to spend their money. Either way, ultimately, the cruise line loses.
Adriatico
Go and enjoy...
joep3351006
Make sure you fully understand all of the extras you will have to pay for on board.
Dreifuerst7
Read information sheets delivered to your room mailbox.
glynn29
Use another cruise line.
ginabeana49
Beautiful ship and very international. Met people from all over, but many spoke English.
DanDaniel
Purchase a drink package (for both alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages) beforehand. It will save you lots of money.
cobalt7782
A total immersion of Italian culture
claudiaserrano
Buy a drink package or its just water and coffee with breakfast only!
amontoya39
Skip the main dining room and eat at the buffet; be prepared for long lines and guests cutting the line. Pizza is not free and not worth paying for.
surfside5s
Biggest disappointment was that there was no food or coffee available after the late dinning room service. No included food on deck i.e. ice cream, pizza etc.
jplowder
Eat in the dining room.
brett2510
Room creaks while in transit and can be annoying.
NateDee
Stay away as far as you can. Even if this cruise is $200-$300 less than your budget, and if going on a trip is a must, then spend more to get more value. I regret this cruise, I had a terrible time and I want my money back. I've been on about 15 cruises now and this is by far the worst cruise I've ever been on.
NuggetsCruising
Check On The Itinerary, There Might Be A Change On Your Itinerary.
hubertlebrun
Live life and embrace it .
sjmanni1948
I will not sail again with Costa.
rw2841999
Definitely dors not cater to North America market.
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