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Costa Cruise Line

MS CostaMarina

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Reviewed by: Shirley Gilkens
# previous cruises: 2
Date of Trip: June 21, 1998
Itinerary: Baltic, Black Sea, Russia

Once you get any small problems sorted out the cruise is marvellous. The staff are mostly excellent, the ports of call great and the food wonderful. The entertainment could be better but not everyone needs entertaining. If you don't mind poor weather go for it.

Apart from the library -- which is not open long enough -- it was difficult to find a quiet space. Lounges are very comfortable, the front seats in the theatre were not very comfortable so go for the double ones. The pool is too small and we did not use the casino.

The food and service were both first class. It was almost impossible not to put on weight, even with great determination, one weakened. The waiters all knew their job and made eating in the restaurant a special affair. The breakfast buffet was all it should be, the luncheon buffet could have been better.

Our cabin was small but adequate. Closet space was just enough but not over generous. I don't think that a very overweight person could fit in the shower with comfort, but for normal size people it was ok. We had quiet neighbours but not everyone did and the sound of the lavatory flushing next door was very clear.

The shows on board were average, but I would not have paid to see any of them on shore.

Great stops, lots of culture and nature.

Mostly European and American and most people seemed to be having a great time.