• Conclusion of a Legacy: The Costa Fortuna wrapped up its successful 23-year career with Costa Cruises following a final Greek Isles farewell voyage.
• Upcoming Fleet Transformation: The vessel is heading to Northern Ireland for a major dry dock overhaul to become the flagship Beachcomber for Margaritaville at Sea.
• Exciting New Onboard Features: The multi-million-dollar redesign will introduce fresh dining choices, upgraded suites, and signature tropical entertainment lounges.
• Caribbean Deployment: Starting in January 2027, the ship will begin operating four- to eight-night tropical itineraries departing from PortMiami

An inspiring chapter in European maritime history is coming to a close as the beloved Costa Fortuna sets sail on her final voyage for Costa Cruises. Having originally departed from Piraeus, Greece, this emotional farewell cruise marks the conclusion of an incredible 23-year career with the Italian cruise line. Guests onboard are enjoying a scenic seven-night itinerary exploring breathtaking Greek Isles and Turkish ports, celebrating the remarkable legacy of a truly iconic ship.

The conclusion of this Mediterranean season paves the way for an exciting new future. Following her handover in Europe, the 103,000-ton vessel will transition to Margaritaville at Sea, where she will undergo a comprehensive multimillion-dollar dry dock transformation at the Harland & Wolff shipyard in Northern Ireland. Reemerging as the brand-new flagship Beachcomber, the ship will introduce fresh dining concepts, vibrant entertainment venues like the 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar, and beautifully redesigned staterooms.

Beginning in early 2027, the newly reimagined vessel will homeport in PortMiami, offering fantastic four- to eight-night itineraries across the Bahamas and the Caribbean. This smooth transition bridges a proud heritage of classic European cruising with a fun, relaxed island-style vacation experience, offering travelers plenty of reasons to look forward to the next chapter at sea.