It's all at sea for the family this Half-Term

Experience sun, sea and… more sea with a fantastic range of family-friendly ocean voyages from Europe’s leading cruise line, Costa Cruises. Costa Cruises offers superb value with children under 18 years going free on selected voyages. The offer even covers school holidays and half term*.

The range of accommodation onboard the Costa fleet has something to offer every member of the family, including three and four berth accommodation and inter-connecting cabins.

Relax amid stylish surroundings while the children have a ball with onboard entertainment from treasure hunts to Latin dance classes. There are children’s pools and slides, plus supervised activities for young guests aged three to 17 on all ships.

All ships have specific ‘Squok Club’ areas which are geared towards children of four separate age groups: Mini (3-6 years), Maxi (7-10 years), Teen Junior (11-14) and Teen (15-17).

“This is the ultimate adventure for families who harbour that sea-faring dream and want to experience life on the high seas,” says Marco Rosa, Managing Director of Costa Cruises UK.

“Costa Cruises has the most dynamic cruise line fleet in the industry and attracts families from across the globe. Costa Cruises is a champion of competitive prices and diverse itineraries. Guests of all ages will have the time of their lives as they discover modern cruising,” says Rosa.

Below are details of Costas Cruises’ February 2008’s half-term voyages:

COSTA ROMANTICA - DUBAI, OMAN & BAHRAIN
SEVEN NIGHTS – FROM ONLY £1,178 FOR TWO ADULTS AND TWO CHILDREN (CRUISE ONLY)
Cruise in style onboard the Costa Romantica and enjoy the sun by one of the two swimming pools. Dubai, a sophisticated city full of Eastern promise, is home to many mosques as well as beautiful beaches. The cruise continues into Muscat, Oman, home to a wealth of eastern culture and one of the finest aquariums in the Gulf. The vessel spends days in both Fujairah and Abu Dhabi before sailing onto Bahrain. In Bahrain family fun dolphin watching trips complement the city’s other attractions, which include the National Museum and the Portuguese Fort.
Prices start from £1,178 for two adults and two children, sharing an inside cabin, cruise-only, for seven nights, including all meals. Departs Dubai, UAE 9th February 2008

COSTA SERENA - SPAIN, MOROCCO, CANARY ISLANDS
11 NIGHTS – FROM ONLY £1,589 FOR TWO ADULTS AND ONE CHILD (CRUISE ONLY)
Step onboard the Costa Serena in Savona, Italy to begin your voyage to Barcelona the second largest city in Spain. Visit the renowned Picasso museum, shop and try some freshly prepared tapas. Travel onwards to enchanting Casablanca, Morocco, a bustling modern city that’s also ripe with culture and tradition. A day’s cruising leads to the Canary Islands full of friendly locals and busy market streets. Funchal, the capital of Maderia, is the next port of call offering tranquil surroundings, stunning plant-life and warm temperatures. Travel back to Savona a charming city with many attractions, via Malaga, Spain.
Prices start from £1,589 for two adults and one child, sharing an outside cabin, cruise-only, for 11 nights, including all meals. Departs Savona, Italy 9th February 2008

COSTA MEDITERRANEA – PUERTO RICO, VIRGIN ISLANDS DOMINICAN REPUBLIC AND TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
SEVEN NIGHTS – FROM ONLY £636 FOR TWO ADULTS AND TWO CHILDREN (CRUISE ONLY)
Set sail onboard the Costa Mediterranea to the balmy shores and lush landscapes of the Caribbean. Departing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the cruise first departs for Puerto Rico’s busy capital, San Juan, and then onto the white sand beaches of St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. The charming city of La Romana entices traveller’s senses then and sail to the natural beauty of the Turks & Caicos Islands. This itinerary is packed with opportunities to mix with friendly locals and browse open-air markets, all complemented by a breathtaking sunrise every day.
Prices start from £1,206 for two adults and two children, sharing an inside cabin, cruise-only, for seven nights, including all meals. Departs Fort Lauderdale, Florida 9th February 2008

For more information or to book go to Costacruises.co.uk.

*Children under 18 years pay just the port charges if booking a ‘cruise-only’ package and flights if booking a fly+cruise package. The promotion is valid for a maximum of two children per cabin sharing with two adults and cannot be combined with any other promotions. Excludes selected departure dates.