Costa Diadema’s maiden call at Valletta.

Costa Diadema is the new flagship of Costa Cruises. Launched only a few days ago, the Diadema called at Valletta on its maiden voyage on November 5th. Nicknamed the “Regina del Mediterraneo” (Queen of the Mediterranean) she is the Ambassador of Italy’s finest, representing the best of Italian culture and lifestyle and transpiring the pleasant mood of Italian hospitality and holidays, from the gastronomy, shopping, and entertainment to the design and artworks of the venues on board.

Costa Cruises has invested a total of around Euro550 million in the construction of the 132,500-ton, 1862-cabin Costa Diadema. Gastronomy lovers can savour a myriad of different dishes at one of the seven restaurants on Diadema. These feature the finest Italian dishes as well as international and speciality cuisine such as Japanese Teppanyaki and authentic Neapolitan pizza. Bars and lounges on board Diadema take guests to new experiences on the seas. The Vinoteca Gran Duca di Toscana, the Dresden Green Beer-house, the Classic Rock Club as well as many other cocktail bars and dance lounges with live music offer unlimited entertainment options. To this one must add the three-tier Emerald theatre featuring four new productions, the casino and a dazzling discotheque. When it comes to relaxation as well as wellness, the Diadema takes Costa Cruises’ reputation to new heights. Three swimming pools within a great lido area and the huge 6,200 sqm Samsara spa which is spread on four decks and offers a unique experience to wellness lovers. Kids have also been kept very much in mind with their own clubs and animation, swimming pool, games and a large “Laser Room” featuring an array of different laser games.