Famous Quotes
Because we all share this small planet earth, we have to learn to live in harmony and peace with each other and with nature. That is not just a dream, but a necessity. We are dependent on each other in so many ways, that we can no longer live in isolated communities and ignore what is happening outside those communities, and we must share the good fortune that we enjoy.
Vacation 2006 Pictures
Back from Vacation
Well we took our cruise to the Western Caribbean. We sailed on the Costa Magica. The ship was decorated nicely and provided a semi-relaxed atmosphere which is something we didn’t have when we took our first cruise on Carnival which was nothing short of a drunken party boat. But compared to our cruise on the Costa Mediterranea, the experience was less than optimal. The service on the ship and the lack of food choices were so pathetic. Given the enjoyable experience we had on the Mediterranea, it left us severly dissappointed with what we experienced on Magica. Unlike it’s namesake Magica had no magic at all.
Sans the bad weather which forced us to miss our port at Grand Cayman (which we really didn’t care too much about as it is so expensive) and provided us with a drenching down pour in Ocho Rios, Jamacia, the ports were enjoyable. Our last port Grand Turks actually had decent sunshine and the Margaritaville there made the port worthwhile. Shopping was limited but enjoyable, and the locals were friendly without being overly pushy.
Overall I’d give the cruise on Magica a score of 5 out of 10. Our previous cruise on Mediterranea easily scored a 8.5 out of 10. We might give Costa another chance but not with their Caribbean cruises. They are based in Italy so me might try them for their Med cruises were they are a bit more familiar with the customs.