The cruise industry once again dressed up in its finest in A Coruña to celebrate the 15th edition of the Excellence Cruise Awards, the first and only awards specializing in the industry in Spain. For the sixth consecutive year, Costa Cruises was one of the main protagonists of the gala, receiving three awards.
This year Costa Cruises has redesigned its offering and presented a new way of traveling on a cruise based on three fundamental pillars: the improvement of the culinary offering, thanks to the collaboration with three of the best chefs in the world – Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze and Ángel León – the promotion of longer shore excursions to discover the “hidden gems” of the destinations it visits, and a strong commitment to even more sustainable development.
Thanks to its commitment to innovation and sustainability, the Italian shipping company has been awarded in three categories during the Excellence Awards: “Best Value for Money”, “Best Shipping Company for First Cruises” and “Best Consumer Image”.
- “Best Value for Money.” Costa Cruises always prioritizes the value of its cruise product, ensuring the highest possible benefit for the consumer, with an innovative product and the highest quality standards. The Italian company bases its offering on excellence and creating a unique experience for its customers, encompassing both high-quality cuisine and ensuring the best possible experience, both on board and ashore.
- “Best Cruise Line for First-Time Cruisers.” Costa Cruises continues to place its customers at the heart of its strategy. For this reason, the cruise line pays special attention to offering a travel experience where first-time Spanish cruisers are served in their own language, enjoy a variety of Spanish-style culinary creations, and even have famous comedians from Spain perform, making their first cruise experience both easy and memorable.
- “Best Consumer Image.” This award recognizes Costa Cruises’ ongoing commitment to sustainable development and collaboration with the communities in which it operates, while continuously improving the customer experience. The award also highlights the Italian cruise line’s redesigned brand image.
Luigi Stefanelli, Managing Director of Costa Cruises for Spain and Portugal, stated: “It is always a pleasure to receive one of these awards, but this year we are especially grateful for the recognition, as we have been working for many months to offer a completely new way to experience cruises. These awards confirm that we are on the right track and that the future of our industry will be marked by excellence in service and sustainable development, as well as a high-quality product tailored to the Spanish cruise passenger. And, above all, they encourage us to continue striving and working to offer a unique way to discover the world.”
