Some lucky guests aboard select Costa Cruises voyages will now have the opportunity to take part in one of Italy's most exciting and well-known festivals. The cruise line recently announced a partnership with the organization behind Viareggio Carnevale that will mean good news for passengers who will get to experience a thrilling extra bonus with their trip.
Viareggio Carnevale is a major event in Tuscany. Picture something similar to Mardi Gras, but taken to the next level and spread out over a longer period of time. Officially known as "Carnevale di Viareggio," it actually extends across an entire month. The carnival season begins in the end of January and spans through the beginning of March. There are a series of weekly parades, featuring incredible floats and lots of high-energy festivities. The family-friendly event has music, dancing, great food and a wide variety of entertainment.
Heavily steeped in tradition, this festival is a great way to immerse yourself into the culture of the area and also get an up-close look at some of the locals' most respected and beloved customs. From the eye-catching costumes to the paper mache floats that highlight the parades, every element of this celebration is a source of tremendous pride and happiness for local residents.
The new partnership between Costa Cruises and the Fondazione Carnevale di Viareggio will bring all of the thrills of the carnival to the Costa Cruises fleet, meaning a big win for passengers. Those who time their cruises just right will have a unique opportunity to enjoy this event.
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February voyages aboard Costa Diadema will include stopovers in La Spezia, during which guests will have the chance to head for Viareggio on an excursion to the Cittadella del Carnevale, a complex specifically devoted to showcasing the carnival and all of its highlights. Those passengers can join in on presentations where they can get an inside look at how the carnival floats are planned, created and brought to life.
But those who travel at other times of the year won't be left out, either. There will be two special theme cruises, one in May and the other in October, departing from Savona, with special events on the theme of the Viareggio Carnival.
As part of the agreement, Costa Cruises will also have its own designated stand at the carnival, allowing many people - both locals and visitors alike - to learn more about the assortment of cruise opportunities available to them.
One of the major goals of Costa Cruises is to provide passengers with an enriching experience that goes way beyond your basic cruise. This new partnershipe helps achieve that goal, as passengers will have the rare opportunity to truly feel like they have been immersed in to the local culture. This will give them a greater understanding and appreciation of some of the enduring traditions that Tuscan natives hold dear.
This is just one of the many unforgettable moments you can expect from your voyage with Costa Cruises. No matter when you embark on your trip or which destination you select, it is sure to be the trip of a lifetime.
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