“Italian Voyage Aboard Costa Cruises’ Costa Fortuna Sets Sail Again
Opening Performance: “Chinese Drum”
On October 26, 2017, the over 100,000-ton luxury cruise ship Costa Fortuna, carrying more than a thousand passengers, set sail from Xiamen. The Xiamen Port Holdings Group Co., Ltd., Xiamen International Cruise Terminal Group Co., Ltd., Xiamen Xihaowan Cruise City Investment Co., Ltd., and Huao Century Cruise Management Co., Ltd. jointly welcomed the return of Costa Cruises’ Fortuna to Xiamen. Known as a “floating museum,” Costa Fortuna will make a stop in Da Nang, Vietnam, offering travelers a 5-day, 4-night “Italian Voyage” at sea.
Crystal Violin Performance
As the first international cruise brand to enter the Chinese market, over the past decade Costa Cruises has remained committed to its customer-first philosophy, continuously innovating and refining its offerings to provide guests with the most novel and high-quality cruise vacation experiences. This allows more Chinese travelers to enjoy an authentic, premium Italian-style cruise holiday. Drawing inspiration from Italy’s grand maritime and shipping history, the ship showcases artworks, paintings, and antiques from different eras. Costa Fortuna blends the romantic ideals of great sea voyages, the artistic essence of the Renaissance, and the architectural brilliance of Italy.
String Quartet Performance
The itinerary departing from Xiamen on Costa Cruises’ Fortuna will offer passengers an extraordinary experience in food, entertainment, and shopping. For dining, a variety of options await—from buffet restaurants and main dining rooms to specialty venues such as the Seafood Hotpot and Italian Private Kitchen. With round-the-clock culinary offerings, guests can indulge in a feast for the senses. In terms of entertainment, aside from exclusive shows and stage performances paying tribute to Italy in the main theater, there will also be various performances and interactive activities such as wine tasting, cooking classes, and crew games across other entertainment venues. For shopping, the Fortuna will launch shopping festivals and seasonal promotions, allowing travelers to enjoy the thrill of shopping and discover the latest trends while at sea.
Band Performance
Xiamen International Cruise Terminal is one of China’s four major cruise hubs. In 2016, it received a total of 79 international cruise calls and handled over 200,000 cruise passengers, setting a new record. In recent years, the terminal has actively promoted the innovative “Cruise + Destination” model, launching the nation’s first fast-track supply chain for cruise goods, improving the cruise industry chain, further strengthening the terminal’s cohesion and influence, and advancing all-for-one tourism in Xiamen. Costa Fortuna will deliver a diverse, world-class cruise experience, enhancing Xiamen’s appeal as a cruise hub, attracting more visitors, and boosting local cruise and tourism development.
Costa Cruises’ Costa Fortuna