We have just returned from a wonderful 7 days on the Costa Meditteranea sailing from Venice to Katakolon and return. We also sailed during the week of a storm so had an extra day in Corfu but have nothing but praise for the staff.
We are an English speaking retired couple who travel quite a lot. At no time did we feel that as English speakers life was more difficult for us on the Costa Meditterannea. It is an vibrant, friendly, Italian boat - we felt that added to the charm. We met smiling, happy staff who were trying their best.
We also asiled during the week when there was a dramatic storm which prevented us form reaching Katakolon. Winds reached in excess of 80km/hr. Despite this, the boat was extremely stable and we hardly felt any movement.