Costa Southern Charms Info
Mediterranean cruise itinerary
"Costa Southern Charms" (or "Southern Charms") is a popular offered by Costa Cruises . Typically sailing on newer flagship vessels like the Costa Smeralda or Costa Toscana , this route focuses on the "charms" of the Western Mediterranean, including iconic coastal cities in Italy, France, and Spain. Core Itinerary Features
Tarifa:
The southernmost point of continental Europe, Tarifa is the crown jewel of this coast. Known globally as the wind capital of Europe, it is a mecca for kitesurfers and windsurfers. But beyond the adrenaline, the beaches of Los Lances and Valdevaqueros are natural spectacles. Here, massive dunes roll into the sea, and on a clear day, you can see the coast of Morocco just 14 kilometers across the Strait of Gibraltar. Costa Southern Charms
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While specific itineraries change by season, a "Southern Charms" cruise typically includes a rotation of these highlights:
3. Bioluminescence in the Golfo Dulce
Setting:
The picturesque coastal town of Beachside, in the southern United States, where the air is sweet with magnolias and the Gulf of Mexico meets the shore.