The Costa Cruise Fortuna ship is one of this luxury cruise line's most popular and distinctive vessels. Many passengers, in fact, plan a cruise itinerary not by the ports of call, but by the plans of their favorite vessel, and the Fortuna has much to offer.
About the Costa Cruise Fortuna Ship
The Fortuna is one of Costa Cruises fleet of 12 vessels, and it debuted in 2003 to spectacular acclaim. Today, its sumptuous décor and exquisite features make it a popular choice for cruise passengers interested in a ship that offers only the best.
Ship Statistics
The basic details of the Fortuna sound the same as most other ships. The vessel accommodates just over 2,700 passengers per sailing and boasts 13 guest decks that fill its 890 foot length. With a cruising speed of 20 knots, it is a fairly swift ship, able to visit a wide range of ports. But, the bland statistics of the ship do not do justice to its amazing decor and fabulous features.
Décor
All of Costa's cruise ships feature original artwork, including sculptures, paintings, murals, and other superb pieces, but the Fortuna is a work of art in and of itself. The ship is designed as a tribute to the vibrant steamships of the past, and scale models of historic cruise ships can be found throughout the vessel's public areas. The best display, however, is in the Costa Atrium, where the Fortuna's 26 predecessors in the Costa fleet are meticulously recreated and suspended from the ceiling in a dazzling arrangement.
There is more to honoring the great era of steamship travel than a few models, however. The Costa Cruise Fortuna ship itself is a fitting tribute, with overall decorative touches such as rich polished woods, brass trimmings, deep red, gold, teal, and blue hues, and sweeping staircases and entrances that evoke the feeling of nostalgic sea travel. Subtle lighting throughout the ship provides a proper glow and a relaxing ambience to every deck, while bright flowers are a delightful touch that brings freshness and life to both public areas and private staterooms.
Features
Beautiful décor is only the outward appearance of this luxury vessel, however. The ship's features include many diversions for passengers to enjoy, including:
- Four pools, one with a waterslide for younger passengers
- Six relaxing whirlpool jetted spas
- A jogging track, fitness center, and tennis court for exercise-conscious passengers
- Nine restaurants and bars, including the two-story Michaelangelo and Raffaello Restaurants
- The three-level Rex Theater which offers world-class entertainment
- The Galileo Galilei Library with hundreds of books for passengers to borrow
- The Venus Beauty Salon offering exotic and relaxing treatments to resort the body and soul
- Conference and meeting rooms equipped for multimedia presentations
In addition to these outstanding features, the Fortuna also offers an Internet café, onboard art gallery, currency exchange center, elite shopping gallery, and many other services and amenities for passengers to enjoy. Passengers interested in relaxing in their private cabins, however, do not need to forgo luxury. Each cabin is equipped with satellite television, a stocked minibar, and 24-hour room service to meet any passenger's needs. Cabin safes, hair dryers, and other amenities are also provided.
Fortuna Itineraries
The Costa Cruise Fortuna ship offers a range of itineraries visiting popular cruise destinations throughout the Mediterranean and Caribbean Seas. Five and seven day Mediterranean cruises are the most popular, and visit ports in Spain, Italy, Greece, and Croatia. The Caribbean itineraries sail from Fort Lauderdale and include both Eastern Caribbean cruises that visit Nassau, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and San Juan, Puerto Rico, as well as Western Caribbean cruises that frequent Jamaica, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel.
The Fortuna also offers the occasional transatlantic voyage as she repositions to different cruising regions; contact a cruise travel agent for upcoming sailings and additional information.
The Fortuna is a definite showpiece of the Costa Cruises fleet. With rich décor and grand amenities, this ship epitomizes the idea of luxury cruising and it is no surprise that it is a favorite vessel of experienced passengers.
