For many years my wife and I have read Crusie Critic and Trip Advisor finding them helpful tools when planning a getaway. This is the first time we felt the need to post a critic to try and guide others.

On January 28, 2012 we sailed on the Costa Atlantica for a 10 day cruise of the western carribbean. We have sailed many times in the past on the leading cruise lines. This was our first trip on Costa which we have always heard good things about. We found this a truly unique experience due to the demographics. There was about 85% European (Italian, French and German mostly)and 15% Canadian and American passengers. We really enjoyed the opportunity to meet people from all over. The crew spoke all of the languages and almost ever passenger spoke English so there was no problem communicating.

This ship held about 2,100 passengers which having sailed on the largest and some small ones, we personally feel is the perfect size. While the Atlantica is soon to be refurbished, it was exceptionally clean and well appointed. Read more