Costa Brochure 2016

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Excitement never ends on board!

Discover this Costa “musical” ship with its colourful design based on different popular music symphonies. The secret of its beauty lies in the variety of its styles.

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Some Highlights of the Ship: • 1504 Cabins In Total • 5 Restaurants, Including The Club Blue Moon And Samsara Restaurant (Both At A Charge) • 13 Bars Including The Cognac & Cigar Bar And Coffee & Chocolate Bar • Samsara Spa • 5 Jacuzzis • 4 Swimming Pools • Multi-Purpose Sports Pitch • Theatre • Casino • Discotheque • Grand Prix Simulator • Shopping Centre

Malta to Malta

Mediterranean Cruise 7 Nights

TWIN

INSIDE CLASSIC TRIPLE

QUAD

TWIN

INSIDE PREMIUM TRIPLE

QUAD

TWIN

BALCONY CLASSIC TRIPLE

QUAD

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL 31/03/16 07/04/16 28/04/16

499 509 569

649 659 719

459 469 529

609 619 679

429 439 499

579 589 649

549 559 619

699 709 769

509 519 579

659 669 729

479 489 549

629 639 699

669 679 739

819 829 889

629 639 699

779 789 849

599 609 669

749 759 819

22/09/16 29/09/16 06/10/16 27/10/16 03/11/16 10/11/16 17/11/16

679 629 599 549 519 509 499

829 779 749 699 669 659 649

639 589 559 509 479 469 459

789 739 709 659 629 619 609

609 559 529 479 449 439 429

759 709 679 629 599 589 579

729 679 649 599 569 559 549

879 829 799 749 719 709 699

689 639 609 559 529 519 509

839 789 759 709 679 669 659

659 609 579 529 499 489 479

809 759 729 679 649 639 629

849 799 769 719 689 679 669

999 949 919 869 839 829 819

809 759 729 679 649 639 629

959 909 879 829 799 789 779

779 729 699 649 619 609 599

929 879 849 799 769 759 749

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

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Add All-Inclusive drink package at

Savona Marseille Ajaccio

Rome Civitavecchia

€175 €112 per adult

per child

Cagliari

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015 Malta

Date Port Country Arrival Departure Thursday Valletta Malta - 19:00 Friday At sea - Saturday Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy 07:00 18:00 Sunday Savona Italy 09:00 16:30 Monday Marseille France 08:00 18:00 Tuesday Ajaccio Corsica 09:00 17:00 Wednesday Cagliari Sardinia 08:00 14:00 Thursday Valletta Malta 12:00 -

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship.

Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

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• All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 17 years) at €140 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate Included in the price: • 7 nights cruise on Full Board basis • All port taxes Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

14 April 2016 13 October 2016

Add All-Inclusive drink package at

€150 € 96 per adult

per child

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015 • All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 17 years) at €120 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate

Super Saver Cruises

Savona

6 Nights

Marseille Rome Civitavecchia

Date Port Country Arrival Departure Thursday Valletta Malta - 19:00 Friday At sea - Saturday Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy 07:00 18:00 Sunday Savona Italy 09:00 16:30 Monday Marseille France 08:00 18:00 Tuesday Cagliari Sardinia 13:00 19:00 Wednesday Valletta Malta 13:00 -

Cagliari

Malta

Included in the price: • 6 nights cruise on Full Board basis • All port taxes Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

INSIDE CLASSIC INSIDE PREMIUM BALCONY CLASSIC TWIN TRIPLE QUAD TWIN TRIPLE QUAD TWIN TRIPLE QUAD PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL 14/04/16 13/10/16

419 489

569 639

379 449

529 599

349 419

499 569

469 539

619 689

429 499

579 649

399 469

549 619

589 659

739 809

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship. Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

549 619

699 769

519 589

669 739

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

Add All-Inclusive drink package at

20 April 2016 19 October 2016

€200 €128 per adult

per child

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015

Cruise Longer

• All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 17 years) at €160 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate

8 Nights

Included in the price: • 8 nights cruise on Full Board basis • All port taxes

and get 1 night FREE Savona Marseille Ajaccio

Date Port Country Arrival Departure Wednesday Valletta Malta - 20:00 Thursday At sea - Friday Ajaccio Italy 08:00 17:00 Saturday Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy 07:00 18:00 Sunday Savona Italy 09:00 16:30 Monday Marseille France 08:00 18:00 Tuesday Ajaccio Corsica 09:00 17:00 Wednesday Cagliari Sardinia 08:00 14:00 Thursday Valletta Malta 12:00 -

Rome Civitavecchia

Cagliari

Malta

Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

INSIDE CLASSIC INSIDE PREMIUM BALCONY CLASSIC TWIN TRIPLE QUAD TWIN TRIPLE QUAD TWIN TRIPLE QUAD PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL 20/04/16 19/10/16

569 599

719 749

529 559

679 709

499 529

649 679

619 649

769 799

579 609

729 759

549 579

699 729

739 769

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship. Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

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889 919

699 729

849 879

669 699

819 849

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

Add All-Inclusive drink package at

€75 €48 per adult

per child

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015 • All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (2 to 17 years) at €199 • Infants sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 2 years) at €89 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate

Malta to Savona Taster Cruise including flight

Savona

Rome Civitavecchia

3 Nights

Malta

Date Port Country Arrival Departure Thursday Valletta Malta - 19:00 Friday At sea - Saturday Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy 07:00 18:00 Sunday Savona Italy 09:00 -

Included in the price: • 3 nights cruise on Full Board basis • Flight from Italy to Malta • Transfer Port/Airport • All port and airport taxes Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

INSIDE CLASSIC INSIDE PREMIUM BALCONY CLASSIC TWIN TRIPLE QUAD TWIN TRIPLE QUAD TWIN TRIPLE QUAD PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL 05/05/16 24/11/16

299 299

399 399

279 279

379 379

269 269

369 369

319 319

419 419

299 299

399 399

289 289

389 389

359 359

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship. Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

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459 459

339 339

439 439

329 329

429 429

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

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Cagliari (Sardinia)

Cagliari is a cosmopolitan working city surrounding an evocative medieval centre where taverns and restaurants casually spill out onto the many cobbled piazzas. The 6km Poetto Beach is the longest stretch of beach in Italy and forms an integral part of the life of the Cagliaritani. In summer it has a cheerful holiday atmosphere and is lined with funfairs, restaurants, bars and discos. The southern end is undoubtedly the most popular, with its picturesque Marina Piccola yacht club. The hilltop citadel is Cagliari’s most iconic image, its domes, towers and palazzo are rising above the sturdy ramparts built by the Pisans and Aragonese. Inside the battlements, the old medieval city reveals itself like Pandora’s box. The university, cathedral, museums and Pisan palaces are wedged into a jigsaw of narrow highwalled alleys. Sleepy though it may seem, the area harbours a growing crop of boutiques, bars and cafes. The neighbourhood is known to locals as Su Casteddu, a term also used to describe the whole city.

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Civitavecchia is basically the port of Rome in the Italian region of Lazio. A sea port on the Tyrrhenian Sea, it is located 80 kilometres (50 miles) west-northwest of Rome, across the Mignone river. The harbour is formed by two piers and a breakwater, on which there is a lighthouse. The name Civitavecchia means “ancient town”. The harbour was constructed by the Emperor Trajan at the beginning of the 2nd century.

The first occurrence of the name Centum Cellae is from a letter by Pliny the Younger (AD 107). The origin of the name is disputed: it has been suggested that it could refer to the centum (“hundred”) halls of the villa of the emperor. Next to the town is the location of the cruise ship docks that service all of the Rome area. All major cruise lines start and end their cruises at this location, and many others stop for shore excursion days that allow guests to see Rome and Vatican sights, which are about 90 minutes away.

Savona (Italian Riviera)

This northern province of the Liguria Region forms the north shore of the Italian Riviera. Savona province was once known as a very important centre of iron and brass working for many centuries. Today the main industry is tourism, with many thousands of sun-worshippers visiting the local beaches every year. The capital city, Savona, is a port that has been a rival of Genoa since the middle-ages. It was, in fact, all but destroyed several times with the harbour blocked by sunken ships. The city was also bombed during World War II and suffered a great deal of damage. However, despite all of this, the city is now one of Italy’s largest ports and exports many products to both the UK and the US including, amongst other things, Italian cars. Away from the port, the medieval centre is still intact. The main focus is on the impressive Priamàr fortress. This vast stronghold overlooks the sea and was built in the 16th century by the Genoese.

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Marseille (French Riviera)

The port city of Marseille is the third largest city in France and here modern style meets history. The bay, flanked by Fort Saint-Nicolas, and Fort Saint-Jean shelters the Chateau d’If, of Count of Monte Cristo fame. The city is watched over by the basilica NotreDame-de-la-Garde and offers a large pedestrian zone filled with department stores, shopping areas (including the colourful French-African quarter) and a mix with historical sites. Founded 2600 years ago, the oldest city in France combines the richness of a unique heritage, an intense cultural life and an exceptional location. Sometimes affectionate, sometimes rebellious, she loves to seduce the visitor who cannot resist the charm of 111 different districts, the mild climate and the secrets of its gastronomy. It is a port city with a strong identity, and has also kept abreast of the changes throughout time to become an important capital of the Mediterranean Basin open to the world.

Ajaccio (Corsica)

Best known as the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, the town of Ajaccio dates back centuries before the French leader’s birth. It is now the capital of Corsica with a population of around 62,000, the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. One of its first buildings was the 15th century fortress built on the town’s peninsula which are still visible today.

Although Ajaccio is rich in history, it is also world renowned due to being the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Today, the city’s main street is Cours Napoleon in honour of this great leader. The home where he was born on 15th August 1769 and lived until he left the island is called Maison Bonaparte and located in the Old Town. The Town Hall houses the Napoleon Museum and contains various statues and paintings recalling Napoleon’s famous career.

The Ajaccio Cathedral, built in late 1500, is well noted for its Venetian Renaissance style as well for its ties with Napoleon. The Corsican red coral is world known while the traditional Corsican knife is historically considered as the ‘Symbol of Respect’.

Other typical local products include the mixed herbs from the wild bush, the Canistrellis which is a typical dry biscuit and the fig jam.

Summer cruising with

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What is neo Cruising?

No fixed dining time

On Costa neo collection ships, you can just relax and enjoy the different rhythms all at your own pace. This is why dining times are made more flexible too: you can dine at the time that fits in best with your schedule. The entrance to the restaurants is free from 6.30 to 10.30 p.m. So you can have dinner at the time you prefer.

Gourmet menus

Every destination offers guests the chance to try the flavours of the places the ship calls at. On board, the gourmet menus feature regional recipes and traditional local dishes, to be enjoyed with wines by the glass chosen by the Italian sommeliers association. Discover the history behind each recipe.

Many new original ports

Costa neoClassica will take you into the smaller ports, which are often more picturesque. It means seeing destinations as they really are, going ashore for unusual trips, and soaking up the real atmosphere of the places you visit. It means travelling off the beaten track to beautiful destinations with great culture and wonderful nature. You’ll feel less like a tourist and more like an explorer.

Slow Cruising concept

This means more time in ports which allows to explore the scenery in more details and enjoy the sights. Imagine a “slow” holiday that is less formal too, with plenty of time to relax. Imagine a cruise that gives you all the time you need.

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INSIDE CLASSIC TWIN PRONTO NORMAL 05-Jun 16-Jun 27-Jun 08-Jul 19-Jul 30-Jul 10-Aug 21-Aug 01-Sep 12-Sep

649 699 849 949 999 999 1049 999 949 899

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799 849 999 1099 1149 1149 1199 1149 1099 1049

TWIN

INSIDE PREMIUM TRIPLE

QUAD

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL

699 749 899 999 1049 1049 1099 1049 999 949

849 899 1049 1149 1199 1199 1249 1199 1149 1099

659 709 859 959 1009 1009 1059 1009 959 909

809 859 1009 1109 1159 1159 1209 1159 1109 1059

629 679 829 929 979 979 1029 979 929 879

779 829 979 1079 1129 1129 1179 1129 1079 1029

OUTSIDE CLASSIC TWIN

OUTSIDE PREMIUM TWIN TRIPLE

PRONTO NORMAL

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL

799 849 999 1099 1149 1149 1199 1149 1099 1049

949 999 1149 1249 1299 1299 1349 1299 1249 1199

849 899 1049 1149 1199 1199 1249 1199 1149 1099

999 1049 1199 1299 1349 1349 1399 1349 1299 1249

809 859 1009 1109 1159 1159 1209 1159 1109 1059

959 1009 1159 1259 1309 1309 1359 1309 1259 1209

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

Malta to Malta Mediterranean Islands Cruise 11 Nights

Savona Toulon

Portoferraio Propiano Olbia

Capri Salerno

Trapani Catania Malta

Port Country Valletta Malta Trapani Sicily Olbia Sardinia Propriano Corsica Toulon French Riviera Savona Italian Riviera Portoferraio Elba Capri Italy Capri Italy Salerno Italy Catania Sicily Valletta Malta

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Arrival Departure - 18:00 08:00 18:00 09:00 20:00 08:00 18:00 08:00 18:00 08:00 19:00 08:00 18:00 14:00 - 23:59 08:00 18:00 08:00 18:00 08:00 -

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015 • All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 17 years) at €160 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate Included in the price: • 11 nights cruise on Full board basis • All port taxes Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship. Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

30 May 2016

Mediterranean Fly & Cruise 6 Nights

Savona Portoferraio

Capri Salerno

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015 • All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (2 years to 17 years) at €299 • Infants sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 1 year) at €149 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate

Catania Malta

Port Country Savona Italy Portoferraio Elba, Italy Capri Italy Capri Italy Salerno Italy Catania Sicily Valletta Malta INSIDE CLASSIC TWIN PRONTO NORMAL

399

499

TWIN

Arrival Departure - 19:00 08:00 18:00 14:00 - 23:59 08:00 18:00 08:00 18:00 08:00 INSIDE PREMIUM TRIPLE

QUAD

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL

429

529

409

509

399

499

Included in the price: • 6 nights cruise on Full board basis • Flight from Malta to Italy • Transfer Airport/Port • All port and airport taxes

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship. Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

OUTSIDE CLASSIC TWIN

OUTSIDE PREMIUM TWIN TRIPLE

PRONTO NORMAL

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL

479

579

499

599

479

579

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

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Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

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Mediterranean Cruise & Fly 5 Nights

Savona Toulon Propiano Olbia

Pronto price is valid till 19 December 2015 Trapani

• All the prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (2 years to 17 years) at €299 • Infants sharing with 2 adults (6 months to 1 year) at €149 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate

Malta

Port Country Valletta Malta Trapani Sicily Olbia Sardinia Propriano Elba, Italy Toulon France Savona Italy INSIDE CLASSIC TWIN PRONTO NORMAL

399

499

TWIN

Arrival Departure - 18:00 08:00 18:00 09:00 20:00 08:00 18:00 08:00 18:00 08:00 INSIDE PREMIUM TRIPLE

QUAD

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL

429

529

409

* correct at time of printing and subject to change

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509

399

499

Included in the price: • 5 nights cruise on Full board basis • Flight from Italy to Malta • Transfer Port/Airport • All port and airport taxes

Classic cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front/rear end of the ship. Dining together on request basis and only if one of the cabins booked is a Premium cabin.

OUTSIDE CLASSIC TWIN

OUTSIDE PREMIUM TWIN TRIPLE

PRONTO NORMAL

PRONTO NORMAL PRONTO NORMAL

479

579

499

599

479

579

Not included: • Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board): €9.00 per night for persons 14 years and over*. €4.50 per night for children 4-13 years* • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

Ports of Call

Salerno (Costa Amalfitana)

Salerno is a city overwhelmed by history and traditions, a city of extraordinary beauty, not only for its landscapes but also for its architecture. The Scuola Medica Salernitana was one of the most important and renowned medical schools in the middle-ages, with scientists who drew directly on ancient Greek and Arab knowledge. Salerno is also known as Hippocratica Civitas (city of Hippocrates, the famous Greek physician) in honour of the importance of Salerno among the history of medicine. Furthermore, it is this school that gave origin to the modern University that takes pride of place in Salerno today. Nearby places, which can be visited on optional excursions, include the spectacular Costa Amalfitana and the historic site of Pompei.

Capri

Capri is an Italian island of stunning beauty in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrentine Peninsula, on the south side of the Gulf of Naples, in the Campania region of Southern Italy. It has been a resort since the time of the Roman Republic. It is luxuriant, extraordinary island that boasts a wonderful climate, and one in which many world famous artists and novelists have produced their best pieces of work.

Features of the island are the Marina Piccola (the little harbour), the Belvedere of Tragara, which is a high panoramic promenade lined with villas, the limestone crags called sea stacks that project above the sea (the Faraglioni), Anacapri, high on the hills to the west , the Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), and the ruins of the Imperial Roman villas.

Propriano, Corsica

Propriano is a commune in the Corse-du-Sud region of France on the island of Corsica. It is situated on the Valinco Gulf. Trees cover nearly half the Corsica countryside where Propriano and Sartene are located. The mountain peaks reach a height of 2,700 metres - all encircled by 965 kilometres of an enchanting coastline. Propriano is a haven for watersports lovers. Apart from wonderful sunshine, the qualities that make Corsica so special are its rich variety of people, scenery, traditions and dialects.

The town mainly comprises discordant, pastelwashed apartment blocks, gaudy shops, cafes and restaurants and intimate, curving, sandy beaches.

Propriano is known for its fantastic beaches and its unique atmosphere.

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Portoferraio, Elba

Savona, Italian Riviera

This northern province of the Liguria Region forms the north shore of the Italian Riviera. Savona province was once known as a very important centre of iron and brass working for many centuries. The port of Savona has been a rival of Genoa since the middle-ages. It was, in fact, all but destroyed several times with the harbour blocked by sunken ships.

The city is now-a-days one of Italy’s largest ports and is home to Costa’s cruise terminal. Away from the port, the medieval centre still remains. The main focus is on the impressive Priamàr fortress. This vast stronghold overlooks the sea and was built in the 16th century by the Genoese.

Toulon is a medium sized city between Marseille and Nice. It is in the west of the French Riviera and in the southeast of Provence. A visit to the harbour and its promenade is a must; the folk of old Provence, the typical accent of locals, the numerous souvenir shops, coffee shops and fish restaurants must be experienced. Visit the statue of the Spirit of Navigation pointing at the sea, locally known as “cul vers ville” for its buttocks are turned toward the city. The statue was hidden and thought lost, during WWII, until it was found by chance in a local carpenter’s shop who returned it to the authorities.

The fourth largest French city on the Mediterranean coast, Toulon is renowned for wine making, fishing and manufacture of aeronautical and electronic equipment

Olbia, Sardinia

Trapani, Sicily

Catania, Sicily

Portoferraio is the capital and the largest port on the island of Elba, previously named Fabricia by the Romans. The layout of Portoferraio was designed by Cosimo I dei Medici who, after changing the town’s name to Cosmopoli in 1548, also built the town’s defences. Perched high above the town is “Forte Stella” (star fortress) which derived its name from the star-like formation of its walls. From here, besides admiring the panorama of the port below, one can enjoy a bird’s eye view of the “Villa dei Mulini”, the winter residence of the exiled French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Although Napoleon’s exile on Elba was brief (ten months), the Emperor left behind a considerable cultural and historical legacy. These treasures can be viewed in the villa of San Martino and the museum of Demidoff. Napoleon, whilst on Elba, and built an important theatre and many of the island’s main roads

Sardinia is famous for its crystal clear turquoise and azure waters and Olbia is no exception. The beauty of its beaches is simply breath-taking. It is a place to relax and unwind. The town is then an interesting blend of history, culture, fashion and shopping. The mountains give a backdrop to some amazing views on the island, and there are many cliffs that fall steeply to the ocean waters, providing spectacular panorama. In the town of Olbia itself, there are historic remains from the Roman era, in particular, the ancient city walls and the famous thermal baths. The church of San Simplicio is another interesting structure, and is actually the oldest and most significant religious monument in the Gallura region. It is a Romanesque church, but is also slightly different, as its façade depicts architectural influences from the Lombardy and Tuscany regions as well.

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Located on the western coast of Sicily, Trapani is a fishing and ferry port with a long history. The town is renowned for its fine seafood and Sicilian cuisine.

Out at the tip of Trapani’s headland is the Torre del Ligny, a tower which was part of the 17th century Spanish defences and now hosts a Prehistoric Museum. The largely pedestrianised old town is a splendid place to see with its old buildings and landmarks such as the offshore fortress called the Torre della Colombaia or Castello del Mare (Sea Castle). Among the several interesting churches in Trapani is the town’s restored cathedral, the Cattedrale di San Lorenzo and most famously, the Chiesa del Purgatorio. Trapani is famous for exporting Marsala wine, coral, salt and marble.

Toulon, French Riviera

Catania is the capital of the province and the secondlargest city in Sicily with a population of over 750,000 inhabitants. Its Patron Saint is St. Agatha whose feast is celebrated on the 5th of February.

Catania is known to have a seismic history and has been destroyed by catastrophic earthquakes in 1169, another in 1693 and several volcanic eruptions from the neighboring Mount Etna volcano, the most violent of which was in 1669. Today, Catania is one of the main economic, touristic and educational centers on the island, being an important hub of the technological industry, thus gaining the nickname of the “European Silicon Valley”. Without doubt, Via Etnea is the ideal place to shop due to its large number of outlets in this street. There is also a huge open-air market in the city center where one can find all imaginable goods to buy at bargain prices.

Terms & Conditions of Orange Travel Group These terms and conditions relate solely to the agreement between Orange Travel Group Limited and the Passenger Definitions: O.T.G: Orange Travel Group Ltd of 65, Birkirkara Hill, St. Julian’s, STJ1143, Malta Organiser: Costa Crociere S.p.A. – Piazza Piccapietra, 48 – 16121, Genoa, Italy Passenger: the person who takes or agrees to take the package being offered

by O.T.G Obligations of O.T.G. O.T.G binds itself to receive payment from the passenger on behalf of the Organiser in relation to any booking made by the passenger with the Organiser relating to any service offered by the Organiser to the passenger and to ensure that proposals, bookings and claims are forwarded to the Organiser on behalf of the passenger. Upon placing a booking with Costa Crociere, the contract between the Organiser and the passenger shall come into force and will be legally binding between the parties. Booking a holiday from this brochure implies the acceptance of the conditions set by Orange Travel Group Limited, which is Costa Crociere’s exclusive preferred travel partner for Malta and Gozo.

Once you have completed and signed the booking form and paid your deposit, as indicated hereunder, and have been issued a receipt, the booking is taken as confirmed and it is understood that you have read and accepted the terms and conditions referred to above of which you shall be given a copy together with your booking form. The travel confirmation contains the significant details of your booked services. Should the services in the travel confirmation differ from those in the booking then a new offer will be presented by the Organiser. In this case you have 7 days in which to accept the new offer. During this period the offer remains legally binding for the Organiser. Should you accept the new offer in writing within 7 days then the travel contract will be completed on this basis.

Alterations to the cruise itineraries are possible e.g. due to official regulations, particular shipping conditions, medical emergencies, or when, due to adverse weather conditions, the Captain decides to alter the route in the interest of the safety of the passengers. The Captain alone makes the decisions on necessary itinerary changes and/or travel times.

Special terms and conditions apply for the cruise lines in accordance to international conventions. Please make sure that you study and understand the terms and conditions which will be given to you upon booking the cruise.

Payment A deposit of €700 per cabin must be effected in order to obtain a formal confirmation of your holiday. Full payment for your holiday must reach O.T.G. at least 75 days prior departure and therefore you are requested to pay your travel agent at least 80 days prior departure to allow the agent to effect payment in time. Should payment not be received by 75 days before departure, O.T.G shall have the right to consider your holiday as cancelled and charge all the applicable cancellation fees.

If the due balance is not settled before the date of travel the passenger is not authorised to travel. Furthermore the passenger may be charged a cancellation fee as compensation as per rates indicated hereunder. Travel documents are made available approximately 1 week prior departure either in form of e-docs or printed tickets.

Notwithstanding what is provided above, cancellation and rebooking fees are due immediately. It is to be noted that O.T.G has appointed a number of agents or retailers in regards to the offers contained in this brochure. Nevertheless the moment you choose such an agent or retailer to effect payment to O.T.G., such payment is being made at your own risk. O.T.G bears no responsibility if monies paid by you to third parties are not received by O.T.G within the terms set above and will not be bound to honour any obligations if the terms set in this agreement are not honoured fully.

All prices published in the brochure are based in Euro (€) and are per person sharing a cabin. Prices include: all port taxes and fuel surcharges applicable on the date of printing. In lawful circumstances and within legal scope, OTG reserves the right to pass on any increases in the costs of transportation, taxes and exchange rates, provided the date of travel does not fall within 21 days from departure. This is applicable exclusively for fare changes where cost factors were subject to unforeseeable changes after the conclusion of the contract. Significant and unpredictable reasons for a price increase are e.g. the increase in public dues, the increase in value-added tax, changes in the

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world oil prices, changes in harbour dues, or, in particular cases, a more than 10% increase in the EURO vs. US-Dollar exchange rate. To the same extent an adjustment of the agreed travel fare is permitted should there be a change in the official passenger tariffs. As proof of the legitimacy of a price change, OTG will provide certification of each cost and rate increase for you to check. In case of alterations of prices or services OTG will contact you immediately but not later than 21 days prior to the scheduled sailing date. Increases after that date are not allowed. You have to assert your rights against OTG immediately after OTG has informed you about alterations of price.

Financial Aspect Prices published in the brochure are based on the cruise prices, land arrangements, port taxes and fuel surcharges valid at the time of printing (you will bear the cost of any tax and fuel surcharge increases that may be imposed following the date of printing). In accordance to EU Law no. 51 (1) of 1998, any change to the costs mentioned above may result in an increase in the prices.

Increases due to currency fluctuations and tax and fuel surcharges do not give you the right to cancel your holiday without incurring cancellation fees. You can cancel your contract at any time before date of travel. As means of proof, cancellations should be made in writing. Your cancellation notice is effective upon receipt by OTG. Should you cancel your booking or not commence the holiday, OTG reserves the right to levy charges for made travel provisions and expenses incurred. OTG may claim cancellation fees expressed as a percentage of the travel fare according to the amount of notice given between cancellation date and departure date, as listed below.

Cancellation fees: Up to 340 days before: €100 per cabin 339 to 120 days: €700 per cabin 119 to 90 days: 25% of the total fare or €700 per cabin (whichever is higher) 89 to 60 days: 50% of the total fare or €700 (whichever is higher) 59 to 30 days: 75% of the total fare or €700 (whichever is higher) 29 days or less: 100% of the total fare Booking Changes Your booking can be changed upon request and subject to availability (rebooking). This can be done until 30 days before date of travel. O.T.G. charges the sum of €50 rebooking fee per person. Should you wish to make a rebooking less than 30 days before date of travel, then booking changes can only be made, if at all possible, by cancelling the travel contract subject to the cancellation fees indicated above. Any form of alteration made to the date of travel, destination or place of commencement, accommodation, the cabin or mode of transport is considered as a change.

Replacements Up to the date of travel i.e. taking into consideration a reasonable amount of time for organisational matters, you may demand that a third party takes over all rights and liabilities of your travel contract with the Organiser. O.T.G. reserves the right to decline making such a request on your behalf or that of the third party should the third party not meet the travel requirements or should there be legal restrictions or an official directive against his/her participation. Should a third party enter the contract then he/ she and you are liable as co-debtors for the travel fare and the additional costs caused by the third party entering.

Flights The right is reserved to substitute airlines and/or aircraft if necessary. Only flight timings are subject to confirmation and alteration. Some flights may have intermediate stops en route and as factors effecting this are not always known before departure date we cannot always notify you in advance. Flights are subject to the granting of permits and licenses by authorities both in Malta and overseas. In the event of your flight arrangements being changed or cancelled as outlined in this section, we accept no liability for extra costs or consequential loss arising, directly or indirectly, from any independent contract arrangements between the client and a third party. All flights are non-smoking.

Name Changes At time of booking all passengers names need to be submitted to O.T.G. Names need to be congruent with the valid passengers’ passports. O.T.G. reserves the right to pass on the service charges of €50 per person for name changes after the option is confirmed.

Should travel be largely hindered, endangered or affected due to a force majeure (e.g. through war, natural disasters, government authority measures, transport embargos, ship loss or other similar incidents) which were not

predictable at the time of conclusion of the contract, then both the passenger and OTG may cancel the contract. In the event of OTG cancelling the holiday prior to departure, the passengers receive a refund of all sums paid to OTG. No other compensation shall be paid.

Changes Costa Crociere reserve the right to change the itinerary due to bad weather or industrial action, in which case neither the cruise company nor OTG are liable to pay any form of compensation for the missed ports or the change of programme. If any portion of holiday is lost due to natural disasters, bad weather, industrial action, war, government restrictions or any matter of force majeur, neither Costa Crociere nor OTG or their subcontractors can be held liable to pay compensation for damages incurred. In the event that a ship is prevented to enter a port in order to either embark (to start a cruise holiday), or disembark (to finish a cruise holiday) due to bad weather, industrial action, or such unexpected circumstances, OTG shall be responsible to convey the passengers to the next possible port of embarkation or disembarkation but it is also being hereby understood that neither Costa Crociere nor OTG shall be liable to pay any expenses related to loss of holiday or other sorts of moral damages arising from such circumstances, since these are completely out of the control of both Costa Crociere and OTG. Cancellation after date of travel: Should you cancel after the date of travel then the charges for return transport and other additional costs will be charged to you as traveller.

Passport, Visa, Customs, Currency and Health Requirements O.T.G. will be responsible to inform you of passport, visa and health requirements and possible changes thereof prior to starting the journey solely so far as these apply to citizens of Malta. O.T.G. may delegate this instruction to a third party. Citizens of other countries, please check passport, visa and any other entry requirements with your own country’s embassy. In doing so, O.T.G. assumes that there are no peculiarities in the customer itself and potential fellow travellers (e.g. dual citizenship, statelessness). The customer is responsible for obtaining and entrainment of required documents, potential mandatory vaccination as well as compliance to customs and exchange control regulations. Inconveniences that might accrue from non-compliance of these regulations e.g. payment of cancellation fees are for your account. O.T.G. is not liable for changes in political circumstances or entry regulations, making an entry to the country or destination difficult or impossible. In the event that it is necessary to make changes we will always try to advise you in advance, but this cannot be guaranteed.

Restrictions and Exclusions of Conveyance It is important to note that for safety reasons infants under the age of 6 months are not allowed on board Costa Crociere ships and passengers who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy by the time of their travel will not be permitted boarding. A medical certificate establishing due date and fitness to travel must accompany an expectant mother’s application for passage. Should an expectant mother choose to proceed with her booking, she will travel at her own risk and shall keep O.T.G. free and harmless from any claims arising from her pregnancy. Any physical challenge or medical condition that requires special treatment or attention must be reported at the time of reservation.

You are asked to complete the questionnaire provided by the Organiser in order to confirm compliance with the Organisers’ requirements. In such a case, conditions may be imposed for travel by the passenger in question and the reservation may be revoked or refused by O.T.G. or Costa Crociere if in their judgement the passenger is in a physical or mental condition which render him unfit for cruise travel. The reservation may also be revoked or refused if the passenger requires care beyond what can be provided by O.T.G. or Costa Crociere. For safety reasons it is not allowed to bring on board portable oxygen concentrators, oxygen gas cylinders and liquid oxygen units. Costa’s medical form (SNIF), available from the travel agent, must be duly filled by client and medical doctor should there be a medical condition. Also, you must inform the travel agent at time of booking if you or any one of your group intends to take medical needles for syringes on board. All physically impaired passengers must be self-sufficient and should travel with a passenger who will provide any assistance needed during the cruise or in the event of an emergency.

Passengers who use a wheelchair must provide their own small, collapsible type. Children under 18 years travelling without their parents must bring proof of acceptance to travel on their own signed by both parents / legal guardians.

Wearing diapers in the swimming pools or whirlpools is not allowed. Adults and children dependent on diapers are not allowed in the pools.

Boarding and Embarkation Passengers are to keep in mind to board the ship at the embarkation port at

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the time indicated by OTG. It is the guest‘s responsibility not to miss such final boarding time and the ship’s scheduled departure from the embarkation port.

Any and all costs incurred as a result of not boarding the ship on time at the embarkation port shall be borne by the guest. In all ports of call you must return to the ship no less than one hour before the scheduled departure time. Please consider that shipboard and shoreside clocks may have different times, but it is the guest‘s responsibility to return to the ship so as not to miss the ship‘s departure. Any costs associated with transporting the guest to rejoin the ship including, but not limited to, government fees, visa fees, subsistence, lodging, air fare, launch fare, car hire or agency fees shall be borne by the guest. Loss or damage to baggage during embarkation or disembarkation must be reported.

You are obliged to notify the relevant authority or an official agent thereof in writing. Should baggage which has been handled or stored by the crew be noticeably damaged externally then you must report this upon receipt of your baggage. Should you not fulfil these obligations then you are not entitled to make a claim. Passengers’ own carrying, storing and handling of baggage on board the cruise vessel will always be at passengers’ own risk.

Warranty All information in this brochure represents the details provided by Costa Crociere at time of print and may therefore be subject to change. O.T.G. is giving no warranty in this regard. Every effort has been made to provide accurate information, including photographs of all cruise services featured.

All such information by the cruise lines and other suppliers and in certain cases photographs may differ from actual. O.T.G. endeavours to feature cruise services of commonly acceptable standards but O.T.G. is not liable for any misrepresentation in the accuracy of information, descriptions or photographs supplied by third parties. In certain cases circumstances may necessitate changes or deviations from the cruise programme. All schedules, itineraries, destinations, hours of arrival and departure, cabin changes, transfers, sightseeing tours and other components of the cruise programme are subject to change without prior notice and without reference to O.T.G by the cruise lines and other suppliers.

Passengers are advised that Costa Crociere’s cabins have 2 lower berths. In most of the cabins these twin beds can be pushed together to make a double.

The 3rd and 4th beds can either be pullman beds (bunk beds) or sofa beds.

Especially the inside cabins are not suitable for 4 adults to share as cabin’s space is very limited. The bunk beds are not suitable for older passengers or for passengers with mobility problems.

The particulars contained in the brochure save for what is stated in these terms and conditions shall not form part of the agreement between O.T.G. and the passenger.

Should you, contrary to expectation, have grounds for complaint you can seek remedy. According to the law of warranty and the right of notice, you are obliged to report the deficiency forthwith on-site to the ship’s reception or to an international hostess. You must present OTG with a time limit to provide a remedy, unless remedy is impossible or is refused by OTG. OTG can offer remedy by providing an equivalent replacement service as long as this is reasonable. Should OTG offer you a reasonable remedy then you are obliged to accept it. Should you refuse a reasonable offer you are no longer entitled to make warranty claims for inconveniences.

If, contrary to obligation, OTG does not succeed in providing a remedy within a given fair time limit then you may seek your own remedy. Hostesses or responsible travel staff are not authorised to recognise any claims, they may only confirm the registration of your complaints. Should you not fulfil this duty to cooperate by actual fault, then you will not be entitled to make a claim.

Claims O.T.G. strongly recommends that the passenger takes a travel insurance to cover risks relating to the package being acquired by him/her. It is important that the passenger adheres strictly to the conditions of his/her insurance policy and to report any loss or damage event to the competent authorities without delay following such occurrence.

Contact Details: Orange Travel Group Limited – 65, Birkirkara Hill, St Julians Jurisdiction and Choice of Law. The relationship between O.T.G. and the passenger shall be governed exclusively by Maltese Law and the Courts of Malta shall enjoy exclusive jurisdiction in relation thereto.

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