Salute!!!! Here we are in Rome after a more lengthy departure from Venice than we planned. C'est la vie!! On our way to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain, not far from our hotel, but Pepy's Bar jumped out at us along the way. Salute again with some chilly Peronis (and a Guinness for Kathy)! Xx

What a debacle!!! Disembarkation on Costa was a nightmare!! Lined up for 2 hours to get our passports back, amid some very cranky people - like seagulls on a chip!!! ! Many missed flights and us our train to Rome. Another 320 euros for the 4 of us for new tickets and we're on our way, although a few hours late!! Had a great time on the cruise but their embarkation and disembarkation processes are woeful!! All good now! Xx

Looking at the amazing view coming into Venice. Spectacular!!!

Sailed into Bari around lunch time. Went on a little train tour and had a wander. Espresso time now then back to the ship. Loving Italy!! All fabo! Xx

Costa Magica!!! Made it to the ship without any drama, just lots of waiting in lines!! Yaay for the beverage package - all sorts of drinks including cocktails!! Salute!!! Very lively ship with lots of bars and music. Should be fun if we can cope with the ship's decor!!!!