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Article: Cruising in (Italian) style.(Travel)
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- Manila Bulletin
- Article date:
- November 7, 2009
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"As I was driving along Roxas Blvd., I was overwhelmed to see this majestic ship docked at the pier. The Costa Classica was such an inspiring sight.” –Department of Tourism Sec. Ace DuranoAnd indeed, it was. Costa Cruises, Italy’s largest tourism group and cruise company, has included Manila in Costa Classica’s itinerary. Last Oct. 26, Costa Classica made its maiden call at the port of Manila, bringing more than 1,000 passengers to the city. This signals the start of their regular calls in the city’s port, a decision that was welcomed by Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim and Department of Tourism Secretary Ace Durano.“We hope that the arrival of ...