The United Arab Emirates: from Sand to Skyscrapers the CHARM of ASIA the COSTACLUB CRUISE of the AZORES Leaving from Singapore a New and Unique Itinerary
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Buon Viaggio Trip ideas selected for Members The United Arab Emirates: from sand to skyscrapers THE CHARM OF ASIA THE COSTACLUB CRUISE OF THE AZORES leaving from Singapore A new and unique itinerary July 2019 year XV issue 42 Le CostaClub A world of exclusive discounts, perks and benefits CostaClub is meant both for people who like to travel with Costa and for people who want to take their first cruise. All members enjoy unique discounts, benefits and experiences onboard and ashore, which become more and more rewarding with each cruise. Some examples: • Special discounts • Many exclusive benefits • Unique experiences onboard • Gifts and surprises Sign up – it’s free, quick and easy! 1 CostaClubMember exclusive preview Costa Smeralda: Responsible innovation As an ambassador for responsible innovation, the Costa Smeralda represents Costa’s new vision for the future and its commitment to combining the fun of holidays with sustainable development. Designed with energy efficiency and environmental impact in mind, the Costa Smeralda is the first of two ships in the fleet powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the world’s cleanest fossil fuel. Limiting resource consumption is at the heart of the ship’s design. Reducing consumption at the source and implicating passengers in caring for natural resources and adopting the right habits make the Costa Smeralda a highly unique ship, with a one-of-a-kind experience to be shared. Climbing aboard Costa’s new ship will be like taking a “Onboard the Costa Smeralda, passengers will feel welcomed in step into the future. Indeed, all its spaces have been a ‘home’ where respect for the planet is a fundamental value and designed for sharing an unforgettable, responsible where they can get involved in sustainable development to make travel experience. a difference together.” 2 2 3 CostaClubMember exclusive preview Dining The flavours of the Middle East From Dubai to Abu Dhabi via Muscat and Doha: here are some culinary memories recommended by Davide Paolini. Saffron pistils, rare and exquisite Abu Dhabi 4 The unrivalled urban skyline of Dubai If you want to enjoy breathtaking views and get home, experiencing once again the intense designed for families, to discover the destinations immerse yourself in the flavours of the flavours, aromas and colours. For all these together! Middle East, point your compass reasons, we offer many excursions towards the United Arab Emirates where you can, for example, shop for and get ready for your next cruise: your favourite spices bursting with there, you will discover age-old intense, authentic flavour. So you traditions amidst an almost can bring a pinch of Middle East futuristic landscape which will flavour back home. amaze anyone visiting for the Along this journey in search of first time. These fascinating cities “So you can bring a pinch of new flavours, the expert Davide are perfect for discovering other Middle East flavour back home.” Paolini will guide us through four cultures and experiencing a journey delicious and unique gastronomic worthy of the Thousand and One Nights: experiences. And on land, you won’t a trip so captivating that you will want to want to miss the Family Tours, specially recreate all the pleasant sensations once you 4 5 CostaClubMember exclusive preview news On-board flavours Dear guests, be the first to get a peek at the 2019 signature menu from Chef Barbieri that you will Chef Bruno Barbieri presents be able to taste on board our ships starting this summer. This special menu highlights the value of food, a theme that has always been dear to the heart of the chef as well as Costa: "I wanted the new Costa menu to imagine a series of options that explore the soul of the great Italian culinary tradition that represents the art of making creative use of leftovers and of using ingredients that can be turned into many different dishes, born from the need toavoid food waste. This is not simply a question of saving money - it's a culinary philosophy." Which of the 12 new dishes on the menu do you find the most appealing? Now you just need to try them for yourself on board! Antipasto Main dishes Glazed and roasted seasoned chicken pie, Crispy suckling pig with oven‑baked Taleggio cream and roasted cherry tomatoes apples and herb sauce Fillet of black scabbardfish with capers and Fillet of beef and sour cream lemon‑infused oil, aromatic pesto, and pepper sauce with green peppercorn glaze and a mix of seasoned vegetables Smoked eggplant flan and onion reduction with tomato, Parmesan, and black pepper (vegetarian) Aromatic fillet of cod with its soup of bread and vegetables Bean salad with herb oil and sautéed vegetable croquettes, Fish soup croutons, and tomatoes (vegetarian) Pasta, potatoes and Provola cheese, shrimp quenelles, extra virgin olive oil, and parsley Dessert Almond‑infused cream and candied lemon, Pasta rose sauce and peaches in syrup Beef and ricotta ravioli with rosemary, pistachio, Creamy dessert with coffee reduction, and roasted veal sauce with orange and Parmesan whipped milk chocolate and Grand Marnier Potato gnocchi with sage and black pepper, ganache and hazelnut mousse melted spiced Gorgonzola and sautéed spinach 6 Costa Firenze Social networks on the cruise Renaissance on the seas A more powerful internet connection on board Costa Firenze The new ship, which bears the Do you want to post a selfie with your cocktail in hand, the sun setting over the ocean name of a city of exceptional behind you? Or maybe you want to connect on social media with the new friends you art, will arrive in October have made during the cruise’s White Night party? Or maybe you just want to chat with 2020 and will offer a new, your family back home? Nothing could be easier! From June, a much more powerful unforgettable experience with internet connection will be available throughout the entire ship, from the outside a trip devoted to Italy. The decks to your cabin, on all Costa cruises. Now, you will be able to have the best online Costa Firenze, the sister ship of navigation experience. The only thing left to do is to choose your Internet Package. the Costa Venezia, will impress you with its unique beauty inspired by the birthplace of the Renaissance. L’ATRIO CENTRALE Throughout the large communal spaces, bars, restaurants, and in your cabin, you will be immersed in the atmosphere of the city that captivated Dante, Michelangelo, Brunelleschi, Botticelli, and Donatello. Don’t miss the opportunity to discover this ship in October 2020. For one whole month, the Costa Firenze will offer various Mediterranean cruises before leaving on a long trip that will take you all the way to the Far East, to Hong Kong. As always, the on‑board experience will be even more exclusive for CostaClub Members because of the benefits reserved for you. For more details go to www.costacruise.com IL PONTE PISCINA Check out the Costa Firenze itinerary pages 10 and 11. The images are virtual reproductions for illustrative purposes only 6 7 Exclusively for CostaClub members An exclusive triple privilege to explore our new ship, Asia, and the United Arab Emirates Check out three offers exclusively for CostaClub members: take advantage of these exceptional benefits by booking your next holidaybefore 31 August 2019. THE COSTA SMERALDA SINGAPORE up to €200 in on-board credits included* up to €200 in on-board credits included** per cabin for inside and ocean view cabins per cabin on 7-night cruises up to €300 in on-board credits included* up to €300 in on-board credits included** per cabin for cabins with a balcony per cabin on cruises of 14-nights or more all departures from 24/11/2019 to 31/05/2020 • COSTA FORTUNA: departures from 02/11/2019 to 19/03/2020 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES *Offer valid in the form of on-board credit for a booking made between 1 July and 31 August 2019 for CostaClub customers only (excluding Ambra members) and their travel companion sharing the same ** cabin, i.e. €100 per person for inside and ocean view cabins and €150 per person in cabins with a balcony. up to €200 in on-board credits included Applicable for All Inclusive and Deluxe packages for the first 2 adult passengers only. per cabin *Offer valid in the form of on-board credit for a booking made between 1 July and 31 August 2019 for CostaClub customers only (excluding Ambra members) and their travel companion sharing the same • COSTA DIADEMA: departures from 02/11/2019 to 14/03/2020 cabin, i.e. €100 per person 7-night cruises and €150 per person for cruises lasting 14 days or more. Applicable for All Inclusive and Deluxe packages for the first 2 adult passengers only. Credits can be spent on board for excursions, treatments, personal expenses, etc. Excludes insurance and service charges. Offer can be combined with Privilege Departures and 10% discount coupons. Not retrospective and only valid for new bookings. Costa Cruises reserves the right to suspend or modify this promotion at any time. 8 For CostaClub Members - Check out our Privilege Departures at www.costacruise.com Many departures selected for you with exclusive discounts!* With these selections, you will be able to benefit from ever- increasing discounts: up to 20% off, depending on which club you belong to, for All Inclusive and Deluxe packages (applicable to the maritime part only). And thanks to you, everyone in your cabin will also get the same discounts! AUGUST 2019 30/08/19 Costa Pacifica 03/10/19 Costa Pacifica 01/08/19 Costa NeoRomantica 31/08/19 Costa Magica 10/10/19 Costa Magica 13/08/19 Costa NeoRiviera SEPTEMBER 2019 11/10/19