Our family of four arrived in Singapore the morning of the cruise (after flying in from Perth, Australia). At the Port we were informed by Costa staff that we could embark at 1pm and enjoy some lunch. This was a pleasant surprise as our tickets showed 3pm embarkation. This process went smoothly and without any delay and we were shown to our cabin (a four bed inside cabin). The cabin was roomy enough for four (bunk bed & double bed). The cabin was by no means first class, but it was clean & fresh with plenty of storage space.

The MDR menu offered plenty of variety to cater for everyone including the more fussy eaters (ie: the kids!). The waiters were fun and attentive and by day 2 they knew our names and choice of beverages. We particularly enjoyed the Italian Night, with authentic Italian meals and some entertaining dancing from the service staff. The buffet was not open every evening, which limited the evening choice to the MDR or pizzeria. This would be our only criticism of the cruise, as if you didn't feel like attending a formal night in the MDR, you only had the pizzeria as an alternative. That said, the pizzeria was a great place to have a late night snack (I haate to admit it, but I did indulge one evening), which offered ready made pizza slices or the option to order your own.

Our family all have very different tastes and the buffet did not disappoint any of us. OK, there may not have been lobster on offer, but for lunch there was everything from fresh salads and fruit, to roast meats, vegetables, pasta dishes, soups, seafood, sushi, a variety of breads, various individual deserts.....I could go on. Read more