http://www.cleancruising.com.au/ship.asp?ship=COSALL - Costa Allegra entered service in 1992 and was most recently refurbished in 2006 to better suit the Asian market. A mid-sized 28,597 GT vessel with 820 passengers, she provides a good first cruise experience for those who enjoy European-style service accented in Italian. The vessel has numerous glass walls and sky domes that brighten the interior ("the crystal chip"), and ample room for sunbaking around the pool and Lido restaurant. The spectacular Montmatre Restaurant with its splendid terrace overlooks the sea. All the amenities you would expect are available - restaurants and buffet, casino, ballroom, library, fitness centre, Jacuzzi, pools, spa and shopping. English is spoken by all the crew. The ship's compactness makes it easy to navigate one's way around the public rooms, restaurants and other facilities. When in the orient its entertainment still reflects Italy, as does the artful interior design throughout.
