CONTRARY TO OTHER REVIEWS, LUMINOSA WAS THE PERFECT SHIP FOR US

Judging by some of the Luminosa reviews posted on Cruise Critic prior to boarding our ten-day cruise February 5, this was going to be the cruise from hell. Well, it was the exact opposite and our small group of ten had a very enjoyable time. This ship is probably the cleanest I've been on. The musical entertainment was first rate with two good dance lounges, poolside parties, nice well run bars, excellent dining room service and a cheerful crew from India, Philippines, Peru and dozens of other countries. We expected smoking in parts the ship, but rarely did we smell any smoke, even when walking through the casino.

Don't compare this Costa ship in the Caribbean winter season to other cruise ships. It's European and of the Americans and Canadians on board, probably about 500 of the passengers, my guess is they were mostly from New Jersey and Toronto Italian communities. Read more