Costa Cruises is offering a special “Always Summer” deal for select winter 2024 through spring 2025 cruises to the Mediterranean and United Arab Emirates. Guests can enjoy a balcony cabin for the price of an ocean view cabin when booking by November 4, 2024. Additionally, all eligible cruises feature exciting “Sea Destinations,” offering immersive activities, culinary experiences, and lively celebrations on board.

“The Mediterranean and U.A.E. are fantastic off-season regions to visit, and Costa’s ‘Always Summer’ offer is extra incentive to entice cruisers to join us for an incredible Italian-style experience,” said Dario Rustico, general manager of North & South America for Costa Cruises. “Whether it’s the beauty of the Mediterranean or the U.A.E.’s cultural richness, these two destinations, plus our immersive ‘Sea Destinations,’ showcase the best of our cruising experiences ashore and on board.”

Costa’s “Always Summer”promotion is available on more than 80 sailings on Costa’s flagships, Costa Toscana and Costa Smeralda. Featured weeklong cruises include Costa Toscana from Civitavecchia (Rome) and Savona, Italy, or Barcelona, Spain; and Costa Smeralda from Dubai and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

• Costa Toscana will explore the western Mediterranean, departing roundtrip from Barcelona, Civitavecchia (Rome) or Savona, and visit Marseille, France; Palermo, Italy; and Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Example departures include the Jan. 20, 2025, cruise embarking in Barcelona or the Feb. 14, 2025, cruise embarking in Civitavecchia (Rome).
• Costa Smeralda will sail roundtrip from Dubai or Abu Dhabi, with calls at Muscat, Oman; and Doha, Qatar, including the Jan. 4, 2025, cruise embarking in Dubai.

Each eight-day cruise holds two “Sea Destination” events on board. “Sea Destinations” on the Mediterranean and U.A.E. cruises include, but are not limited to the following experiences:

• Cetacean Sanctuary — Light Show: A fascinating light show immerses guests in the mysterious world of the most extraordinary marine creatures. An innovative experience offered from a unique perspective: that of a ship on the open sea.
• Oman Gulf — “Desert on the Sea”: In the heart of the Gulf of Oman, the ship transforms into a sea oasis for a “Thousand and One Nights” experience. Among luxurious tents, belly dancers and enchanting music, guests will feel enveloped by the warm atmosphere of the desert.
• Abu Dhabi Bay — Skyline Party: The breathtaking skyline of Abu Dhabi sets the backdrop for this extraordinary night. Music, private areas and dancers in traditional attire add a touch of exoticism to the party.
• Balearic Sea — Sea of Stars: In the open ocean at the darkest point of the Balearic Sea, guests will see the sky and the stars like never before. The captain will introduce this extraordinary experience. On the outer decks, guests will discover the secrets of the sky, admiring planets and constellations.

Government taxes and fees are now included in the advertised cruise fare. Restrictions and blackout dates apply; consult your travel adviser or Terms and Conditions and Useful Information at www.costacruises.com or contact reservations at 800-462-6782 for more information.