We had the misfortune to sail on the Costa Riviera one Christmas several years ago and we said "never again", this time I mean never again. Not wholly the fault of Costa who now do not produce an English brochure. We were sold this on a coach tour/cruise idea which sounded excellent.
3400, Italians including 500+ children on a ship of this size does not make for a good holiday for 40 English ...
As a regular and loyal Fred Olsen cruiser I would like to add my comments about this cruise.
I chose this cruise to celebrate our 40th wedding Aniversary. It was booked last year at the full brochure price.
Embarkation was smooth and the itinery was fantastic with excellent weather.
We were last on this ship 10 months ago and in our opinion it has changed not for the better. Gone has the happy ...