For Immediate Release:
 March 03, 2010

Media Contact:
Andria C. Muñiz
amuniz@miamidade.gov
 305-347-4962



The Port of Miami proudly welcomes Costa Cruises


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- The Port of Miami is proud to announce the return of Costa Cruises to Miami in 2011. 

The 2,114 passenger Costa Atlantica will sail 7- nights alternating Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Miami starting January 2011 through March 2011. Accommodations include: twelve passenger decks named after movies directed by the famous Italian director, Federico Fellini, carrara marble, Murano glass accents, in-laid mosaic tile and a Venetian atmosphere are among the many elements that make the Atlantica cruise ship unique.

Cruise Ship Specs:
Tonnage:                              85,619 
Passenger capacity:              2,114
Number of Crew:                   895 
Total cabins:                        1,057

"We are happy to welcome Costa Cruises to the Port of Miami", said Port Director Bill Johnson. "The Port of Miami is home to the world's most distinguished cruise lines. Costa represents our eighth homeport brand."

About Costa Cruises
For additional information about Costa Cruises please visit: www.costacruise.com.

About the Port of Miami
The Port of Miami is the second largest economic engine in our community, generating an estimated 176,000 jobs and a total economic impact of $17 billion in 2007.   The Port of Miami is proud to be home to the world's most distinguished cruise lines, handling more than 4.1 million cruise passengers annually. With prices to fit all budgets, the Port offers a choice of popular multi-day cruises. Ports of call easily reached from Miami extend from the Bahamas to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, Mexico, Key West, South America and other exciting destinations. For additional information please visit the Port of Miami website at www.miamidade.gov/portofmiami.
 

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