On January 12, the Costa Luminosa set sail from Barcelona to embark on its Round the World voyage : an exciting 101-day journey that will take Costa passengers to some of the most wonderful corners of the planet before ending its journey on April 22 in Venice .
A dream come true for all travelers and cruise enthusiasts who can enjoy the unique experience of circumnavigating the globe in just over three months, following in the footsteps of history's greatest navigators to discover extraordinary landscapes and cultures. For those who missed the opportunity to embark on this adventure this year, the Costa Luminosa will set sail again on another round-the-world voyage on January 11, 2019, from Barcelona.
Nearly 2,000 guests have booked their cabins for the 2018 Round the World cruise. The passengers come from more than 30 different countries. The majority are from France (around 500), Italy and Germany (more than 300 each), Switzerland (more than 200), Spain (almost 200), and Austria (more than 100). The oldest explorer is a 92- year-old Italian, while the youngest is a one-year-old French child.
The ship chosen for this itinerary is the Costa Luminosa, one of the most fascinating in the Costa: on board, passengers will be able to experience the excellence of Italian hospitality, cuisine and style, as well as feel at home despite being thousands of kilometers from their homes.
Costa 's round -the-world voyage includes fascinating destinations such as the Antilles, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico , and California . After crossing the Pacific Ocean, the journey continues to Hawaii, Polynesia, Fiji, Australia, and Indonesia, before concluding with stops in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, India, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Greece.
Another unique feature of this cruise is the option of longer stops in several of the itinerary's destinations, such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sydney, Singapore, Phuket, Cochin, Mumbai, Dubai, and Muscat. Guests can also enjoy a wide variety of fascinating excursions organized by Costa , creating unforgettable moments on land and making their trip even more memorable.
In Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, you can catch a charter flight to the archaeological site of Tikal, one of the largest known Mayan cities. There, visitors can explore the ruins while strolling through the rainforest.
The itinerary also includes a stop in the multifaceted city of Los Angeles: passengers will have the opportunity to stroll along the Walk of Fame, the world's most famous sidewalk with 2,500 brass stars bearing the names of the most famous figures in show business, as well as see the Universal Studios film sets. Travelers can also board a helicopter for an exciting 30-minute flight, showcasing some of the most fascinating locations on the East Coast.
The most adventurous guests can enjoy an adrenaline-filled excursion in Sydney, climbing the famous “Harbour Bridge”: a 3-hour tour of the walkway, stairs and arches of the bridge, culminating in a spectacular 360º view of one of the most enchanting bays in the world.
