http://www.cruisereviews4u.com/ 138-156 http://www.cruisereviews4u.com/cruise-reviews/costa/costa-pacifica.html The Costa Pacifica is really a beautiful looking ship and very clean. It is similar to Carnival Ships deck plans but everything done with a European style. We had a balcony cabin which we really enjoyed and was worth the extra money. We used it more than we thought we would and just enjoyed relaxing out there. The staff onboard were the best we have ever had on a cruise ship. We have only sailed Carnival before though. The staff were always curteous and so willing to help. The food is not meat and potatoes as some Americans would like. Though the food is very good and plentiful. There was a lot of choices at the buffets and even healthy choices as we are on a specific diet. If you like food to your room we found room service is very limited. The entertainment was so/so with some of it we liked and others not so much. The people onboard our cruise were mostly Italians so we were a minority. There were only a 100 English speaking people on a ship that carries 3700. I would definitely sail on the Costa Pacifica again you just have to keep an open mind. ]]> Tue, 04 May 2010 18:20:44 -0500 138-145 http://www.cruisereviews4u.com/cruise-reviews/costa/costa-pacifica.html Well after reading many reviews on the Costa Pacifica we were a little nervous. After our cruise we found that these were unfounded. It is all about expectations if amenities are important to you stick to some of the other cruise lines like RCCL, Celebrity or Holland America. Not that the Costa Pacifica doesn't have any but is more a European style instead of North American. The ship itself is beautiful and everything clean and well taken care of. There were few English speaking people on the cruise but we enjoyed hearing all the different languages and even allowed us to learn some new words. The customs of the people are different like people pushing into the elevator as it opens not even allowing people to come out. We didn't mind but I know this bothered other North Americans. All the announcements are in different languages but you just listen to the one you want. They are not announcing things all the time so it is fine. The cabins are nice and we were quite comfortable. The only English speaking channel on the TV is BBC so don't expect much. I should mention we did get a really good deal compared to other cruise lines for this cabin. The food was very good onboard and we enjoyed all of our meals. It is European food so different than what we are used to at home. First Dining has a lot of families with screaming kids. However we find the parents just let them scream and don't try to quiet them. Doesn't make for a relaxing dinner. The buffets onboard were a hit or miss on the food quality. Sometimes really good but other times not our favourite. The Gym is just packed which made it hard to find machines and have a good workout except on port days. Also people were a little rude about waiting for machines and many didn't use the equipment right. The staff onboard were all friendly and very helpful. They went out of their way to help us with our requests. In conclusion I would sail with Costa again. Would I recommend them for everyone, no. It really depends on the type of person on how they will like this cruise. If you like the itinerary and are an easy going and flexible person than you will enjoy the Costa Pacifica. ]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:00:19 -0500 138-122 http://www.cruisereviews4u.com/cruise-reviews/costa/costa-pacifica.html Before you board a Costa ship you have to realize that there will be a lot of different people from different countries. For that reason you will hear announcements in five different languages. The people though were all really friendly and we even leared some sayings in different languages. The inside room which we had served its purpose. It was clean and well maintained and easily fit all our luggage. The staff was friendly and really do try to help you in any way they can. The food onboard isn't typical American Food but instead more European. Don't expect your steak and potatoes for dinner. Overall a great cruise that we really enjoyed. ]]> Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:24:10 -0500 138-112 http://www.cruisereviews4u.com/cruise-reviews/costa/costa-pacifica.html I knew before this cruise what Costa was going to be like. I also got an incredibly good deal on the cruise and liked the itinerary. Here is what I thought. When we arrived we were quickly onboard the Costa Pacifica. They do things a little different with your credit card and passes being received onboard. The cabins have alot of storage space and generally an ok decor. Everything was clean and well maintained. Don't expect to watch much television as only one channel is english and they don't offer free movies. There were alot of children onboard as kids travel free with Costa. The food was not steak or what I was used to. It is an Italian line and so they serve Italian food and not western style Italian food. So you can expect really good pasta. Overall we enjoyed our cruise though Costa is not our favourite cruise line to travel with. ]]> Fri, 09 Apr 2010 23:42:02 -0500