A night aboard the Costa Luminosa cruise ship is what you make it! Tours aboard this incredible cruise liner are available every Monday until May while she is docked in the La Romana – Casa de Campo port and include dinner and drinks – but on a ship this size there is so much more to do and explore! Here we bring you a summary of everything there is to enjoy; from simulated car racing and gambling in the on-board casino to the thrills of the 4D cinema and even skating on the outdoor deck!
Tours aboard the Costa Luminosa – The Basics
Tours aboard the Costa Luminosa cruise ship are currently available for Casa de Campo villa owners, hotel guests and residents, over 18 years of age, every Monday until May. The cost of the tour is US$60 per person, including a 4 course meal and wine. Click here for complete details and reservation information
So whilst dinner and drinks will undoubtedly be the focus of your visit aboard the Costa Luminosa, there are many other attractions and activities for you to enjoy! Once aboard you will need to get your “Costa Card” using a valid credit card and this is what you will use to make purchases of gifts, cocktails or may for activities – then you will be free to explore and enjoy.
During your visit aboard the Costa Luminosa, the following attractions will be available for your enjoyment:
The Costa Luminosa Spa Center
The Costa Luminosa’s luxurious spa boasts a private thermal area and a wide range of exotic treatments. Location: Deck 9 and 10 Time: 7pm – 10pm
The Golf Club
The Costa Luminosa “Golf Club” has a mini golf course as well as a golf simulator with an on-board golf instructor (Charles). The golf simulator is fun for everyone; a great way to give golf a go for the first time and learn the basic or for advance players an opportunity to improve technique and play on some of the world’s most famous courses without ever leaving the ship! Time: 5.00pm – 8.00pm *please note that visitors in Casa de Campo may not arrive in time to enjoy this activity Location: Deck 10 Giada Cost: Prices start at 5 Euros for the putting green and 20 euros for the simulator
Racing Car Simulator
Jump in the Costa Team car, get your engine revving and challenge the other drivers! Time: 6.00pm – 11.00pm Location: Deck 10 Giada Cost: Prices start at 6 Euros
4D Cinema
The 4D cinema experience is a lot like a “Honey I shrunk the kids” at the Universal Studios theme park – the 3D effects on the screen, moving chairs and other sensations that will surprise you! On our visit aboard the Costa Luminosa we tried the movie with cat and we loved it! Time: 6.00pm – Midnight Location: Deck 12 Zaffiro (forward) Cost: 8 Euros per person
Shopping!
Everyone loves shopping! Visit the “La Galleria” stores where you will find the Costa Collection Store by Emilio Robba as well as watches, scarves, bracelets, bags, pashminas and more – and with some great discounts! Time: 5.00pm – Midnight Location: Atrium Supernova, Deck 3 Ambra
The Vega Casino
With poker, black jack, roulette and plenty of slot machines the on-board casino is a fun place to make a few bets and enjoy a drink! Slot machines: 5pm – late Tables: 5:30pm – late Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament: 11PM with 20 Euro buy-in Location: Deck 2 Zaffiro
The Atrium Supernova
This central bar and lounge area boasts spectacular architecture and artwork and even an impressively large sculpture, “Reclining Woman 2004″ by Fernando Botero
BINGO
Time: Time varies between 8:45pm and 10:45pm
5000 EURO prize stake if Bingo is won within the first 46 numbers drawn! Location: Grand Bar Elettra, Deck 2 Zaffiro
Dinner time at the “Costa Luminosa” restaurant
A 4 course dinner at the “Costa Luminosa” is included in your tour. I personally recommend the Beef Tartare, the Cheese Tortellini, followed by the Tiramisu or the pistachio Crème brûlée for desert! Time: 7:00 – 9:30PM Location: Deck 10 Giada Cost: Free / Included in cost of the tour
Party under the stars!
After dinner, when not join the other cruise guests for a party under the stars?
9:30PM: “Let’s Dance” with the music of Duo Calypso 10:30PM: Line Dancing with the entertainment team and the music of Jack’s Band 11:15PM: Ice Sculpting demonstration
Then the party continues with the entertainment of the Starlight dancers!