• Costa Serena completed a historic charter serving as a floating accommodation facility for athletes at the Asian Games in Nagoya
• Onboard amenities including fitness zones, pools, and dining services were specially adapted to meet the needs of visiting participants
• The vessel is preparing to reposition toward vibrant new markets in South America and the Mediterranean following comprehensive modernizations
• The milestone voyage concludes Costa Cruises’ twenty-year operational presence in Asia, paving the way for exciting future global deployments

Costa Cruises is successfully concluding two decades of pioneering operations in the Asian cruise market with a remarkable final chapter aboard the magnificent Costa Serena. Moored at Kinjo Pier in Nagoya, the iconic vessel served as a sophisticated floating hotel and residential facility, comfortably housing thousands of athletes and officials during the Asian Games. To support this high-profile charter, the ship’s fitness areas, pools, and dining facilities were thoughtfully adapted to provide world-class recovery spaces and customized menus, showcasing the incredible versatility and exceptional hospitality of modern cruise ships.

Following this prestigious assignment, the Costa Serena is set to embark on an exciting new global journey, transitioning toward seasonal deployments in South America and upcoming Mediterranean itineraries in Europe. This milestone departure marks the closing of Costa’s long-standing Asian deployment history, clearing the path for the vessel to debut fresh modernizations following an extensive fleet overhaul. As cruise enthusiasts look toward the future, the remarkable legacy of the Costa Serena highlights the enduring appeal of ocean travel and the remarkable adaptability of ships that bring people together across the globe.