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Costa neoRomantica
21 Night Egypt Israel
Jordan Oman
United Arab Emirates
Savona to Dubai

Ship: Costa neoRomantica
Cruise Line: Costa Cruises
Departures:  19 September 2012
Duration: 21 Nights
Ports: Savona, Naples, Alexandria, Port Said, Sharm-el-Sheikh, Aqaba, Eilat, Safaga, Salalah, Muscat, Fujairah, Abu Dhabi, Khasab, Dubai
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Savona
Airport gateway (Departure) : Dubai

Itinerary

Day Itinerary Arrive Depart
Day 1 Savona (Italy)   5.00pm
Day 2 Naples (Italy) 1.00pm 7.00pm
Day 3 Cruising    
Day 4 Cruising    
Day 5 Alexandria (Egypt) 7.00am 10.00am
Day 5 Port Said (Egypt) 9.00pm 11.59pm
Day 6 Cruising    
Day 7 Sharm El Sheik (Egypt) 8.00am 6.00pm
Day 8 Aqaba (Jordan) 7.00am 8.00pm
Day 9 Eilat (Israel) 7.00am 5.00pm
Day 10 Safaga (Egypt) 7.00am 11.00pm
Day 11 Cruising    
Day 12 Cruising    
Day 13 Cruising    
Day 14 Cruising    
Day 15 Salalah (Oman) 8.00am 6.00pm
Day 16 Cruising    
Day 17 Muscat (Oman) 8.00am 6.00pm
Day 18 Fujayrah (United Arab Emirates) 7.00am 4.00pm
Day 19 Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) 9.00am 6.00pm
Day 20 Khasab (Oman) 9.00am 6.00pm
Day 21 Dubai (United Arab Emirates) 1.00pm  
Day 22 Dubai (United Arab Emirates)    

 

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Savona

Located in the centre of the Italian Riviera, Savona boasts one of the best beaches in the entire region. Dating back more than 2,000 years, this is an area rich in culture, offering a unique glimpse of Italy’s Ligurian coast.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Priamar Fortress, Palazzo Della Rovere, Sanctuary of Nostra Signora della Misericordia

Naples

Naples, vibrant and exciting, situated on its famous, truly breathtaking blue bays at the foot of Mount Vesuvius. This beautiful city offers some of Italy's best shopping and dining. Visit picturesque Sorrento and the ruins of ancient Pompeii, a city frozen in time or take a boat to the beautiful and captivating island of Capri. The lesser-known island of Ischia is also close by with great beaches, with over 100 thermal springs and a 14th century castle overlooking the water. 

Country -  Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Pompeii, Isle of Capri, Sorrento

Alexandria

Named after its founder, Alexander the Great, Alexandria stands as Egypt's largest port, and second-largest city. It is the port of exploration of Cairo and the ancient sites of Giza (pyramids), Memphis and Sakkara. Here, a Mediterranean feel mixes with centuries of history and folklore to create a unique mix of Egypt old and new.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, Greco-Roman Museum

Port Said

While youthful Port Said is often overlooked for Egypt’s legendary capital of Cairo, it’s well worth a look, especially the outstanding beaches north of town. Of course, don’t miss nearby Cairo, which has been the nation’s heart and soul for more than 1,000 years. Rarely is the dichotomy of modern and medieval sensibilities more apparent—skyscrapers tower over earthen houses, and fast cars dart around donkey-drawn carts, as this teeming city of 16 million residents live harmoniously.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to airport - 160kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
National Museum, Cairo, Pyramids of Giza

Sharm-el-Sheikh

With its unique location, in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt is considered the strategic passageway, the meeting point between Asia and Africa, and the cradle of great civilizations. With its diverse features of environment that combine together history, tourism, industry and agriculture, it has become a main attraction for tourists, travelers and businessmen.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 1.5kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Coral Reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, Mount Moses

Aqaba

The waterway to the Red Sea - the commercial sea port of Aqaba (Al 'Aqabah) is the only outlet to the Hashimate Kingdom of Jordan, and is situated at the top of the Gulf of Aqaba. Aqaba brings a refreshing release from the rose-coloured desert to the North.

Country - Jordan
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Jordanian dinar (JOD)

Places of Interest
Aqaba Fort

Safaga

Safaga was for many years a merchant port – now the town, with its wide azure bay, long sandy beaches and pretty islands, is a favourite sports destination in the Red Sea Riviera. Safaga is especially popular among windsurfers, and was the host of the 1993 Red Sea World Windsurfing Championships.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 50kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Windsurfing in Safaga Bay

Salalah

Like a magic carpet spread before the sea, Oman's coastal plain is one of the most fertile areas of Arabia. Famous since antiquity as the source of frankincense, Salalah was already a prosperous town when Marco Polo visited it in the 13th century! Inland rise the forbidding Al-Quarà Mountains, and the desolate "Empty Quarter" of central Saudi Arabia.

Country - Oman
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - N/A
Currency - Omani Rial (OMR)

Places of Interest
Sultan Qaboos Palace, Al-Hisn Souq

Muscat

Situated on a striking cove on the Gulf of Oman, ringed by striking volcanic mountains and guarded by two ancient Portuguese forts, diminutive Muscat is the capital of the Sultanate of Oman. Its architecture is a picturesque blend of Arab, Indian, African and European styles. Look for the sultan's palace at the water's edge, or visit the important national museum.

Country - Oman
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 6kms
Currency - Omani Rial (OMR)

Places of Interest
Sultan's Palace, National Museum

Fujairah

The historical importance of Fujairah goes back to the period that preceded birth of the Christ, it was known in the old ages as land of the sea giants, and was the first home for immigrants who came from the southeast of Arabian Peninsula and who were later known as the Phoenicians.

Country - United Arab Emirates
Distance from port to City
Distance from port to Airport
Currency - UAE Dirham (AED)

Places of Interest

Power Boat Racing World Championship, Ain Al Ghamour Mountain hot springs, Ain Madhab Park

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi offers all the attractions of a top class international resort... plus a taste of something extra. It combines year-round sunshine and superb facilities for leisure and recreation with the spice and mystique of an Arabian adventure. Steeped in the ancient culture and heritage of Arabia, the strong tradition of desert hospitality lives on in the genuine warmth and friendliness that welcomes the visitor.

Country - United Arab Emirates
Distance from port to City - 10km
Distance from port to Airport - 40km
Currency - UAE Dirham (AED) 

Places of Interest

Red Bull air race, Qasr Al Hosn palace, Bedouin heritage village, Corniche & breakwater

Khasab

Khasab is the regional center of Musandam Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman. It is located very close to the Strait of Hormuz about 60 km away from Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates.

Country - Oman
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport
Currency - Rial (OMR)

Places of Interest

Sultanate of Oman

 


Dubai

A relatively new tourist destination, Dubai has gained in popularity in the recent years. It is essentially a desert city with superb infrastructure, liberal policies and excellent tourist amenities. Just 5 hrs from Europe and 3 hrs from most parts of Asia, Dubai makes a great short break for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining, sporting events, and even a few sinful pleasures. It is a city of superlatives: for the fastest, biggest, tallest, largest and highest, Dubai is the destination.

Country - United Arab Emirates
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Emirati Dirham (AED)

Places of Interest
The Burj Hotel, Duty Free Shopping Centres, Bastakiya

 

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Costa Cruises

Costa Cruises

Welcome to Cruising Italian Style, a holiday at sea offering you an endless choice of opportunities, both on board ship and ashore.

You can have as much freedom as you want on a Costa cruise holiday, because you can tailor your holiday to suit you.

You have freedom to spend your morning relaxing on board, from early morning tea in bed to lazing on a deckchair in the sun and then losing yourself in the spa. You have freedom to step ashore at the next exciting destination to see the sights or perhaps do some shopping.
And it's also great value-for money, with so much included in your holiday price - from welcome aboard pizza and ice cream to a wide variety of activities from learning the language of love to Italian cooking classes.

 

Ship info

Costa neoRomantica

The product of an innovative total restyling project, the Costa neoRomantica is a prestigious and elegant ship sure to delight anyone looking to enjoy an extraordinary travel experience. Relax and enjoy one of the many pampering options available in the new state of the art Samsara Spa, try your luck in the casino, meet with new friends to sample a selection of wines and cheeses from around the world in the Verona wine bar, or dance the night away in the Cabaret Vienna. On Europe sailings that depart May through October and Caribbean sailings that depart December through March, Costa requires that at least one passenger in each cabin be 21 or older.

 

Services and Amenities
Bars/Lounges 6
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Yes
Casino Yes
Chapel Yes
Disco/Dancing Yes
Elevators Yes
Hot Tub 2
Mobile Phone Service Yes
Internet Centre Yes
Wireless Internet Access No
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Yes
Library Yes
Movie Theatre No
Outdoor Movie Screen No
Onboard Weddings Yes
Self Serve Laundromats No
Shops Yes
Showroom Yes
Spa Yes
Video Arcade No
Fitness & Sports Facilities/Basketball Court No
Fitness Centre Yes
Golf Driving Net No
Golf Simulator No
Ice Skating Rink No
Jogging Track Yes
Mini Golf Course No
Rock Climbing Wall No
Swimming Pool 2
Tennis Court No
Water Sports Platform No



 

Cabin Features and Amenities
24 hour room service Yes
Hair Dryer Yes
Safe Yes
Telephone Yes
Television Yes



 

Kids Facilities
Babysitting Yes
Childrens Playroom Yes
Kids Pool No
Supervised Youth Program Yes
Teen Centre No



 

Special Needs and Request
Adjoining Cabins (private connecting doors) Yes
Kosher Meals No
Single Occupany Cabins Yes
Single Share Program No
Wheelchair accessible Cabins 6

 

Ship facts


Ship Statistics

Year Built 1993
Tonnage 56,000 tonnes
Registry Italy
Length 725 feet
Beam 102 feet
Passenger Capacity 1,800
Crew Size 662
Total Inside Cabins 224
Total Outside Cabins 565
Cabins & Suites with verandas 86
Suites 28
Maximum occupancy per room 4
Age Restrictions One person must be 21 or older
Dinner Seatings 2
Seating Assignments in Main Dining Room Assigned
Dining Hours 7.15pm and 9.30pm
6.15pm and 8.30pm for Caribbean itineraries
Dining Room Dress Code 7 day cruise - 2 formal nights, others casual.
No shorts, jeans or tshirts at dinner.
Tipping Recommended Yes
Tipping Guidelines $6-$10 Euro (depending on region and port of departure) per guest, per day automatically charged to onboard account (amount can be adjusted accordingly to quality of service received). 15% tip included on beverage orders.
Onboard Currency US Dollar
Onboard Currency Notes On European Cruises, the Euro is the onboard currency.

 

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