Costa — ship health record
Updated 29 July 2026 · 5 ships tracked
Cancer Immunology Researcher
Costa is Italy's flag carrier at sea and a Mediterranean institution, sailing dense Western Med loops from Savona and Civitavecchia with a strongly European passenger mix. Costa ships rarely call at US ports, so CDC scores are scarce — the EU SHIPSAN grades shown here are the meaningful official record, and Costa's recent inspections have graded A consistently. The line's short-hop itineraries mean high passenger turnover, which makes boarding-day hand-hygiene culture the practical thing passengers can contribute.
Sailing healthy with Costa
Costa days are structured around long Western Mediterranean port calls, which puts the health load ashore: full sightseeing days in Rome, Naples or Palma sun, then rich dinners late. Carry water and real sun protection on every excursion, and note that Italian pharmacies — excellent and everywhere — can cover minor needs in port, while anything prescription-critical should still board with you in duplicate. Older guests on deck-heavy sea days should treat the afternoon as siesta time, exactly as the crew does.
Fleet inspection record
| Ship | Line | CDC score | Inspected | EU grade | Outbreaks since 2025 | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Deliziosa | Costa | — | — | A 2024-12-04 | 0 | Excellent |
| Costa Fascinosa | Costa | — | — | A 2026-05-22 | 0 | Excellent |
| Costa Fortuna | Costa | — | — | A 2026-05-08 | 0 | Excellent |
| Costa Pacifica | Costa | — | — | A 2025-12-06 | 0 | Excellent |
| Costa Toscana | Costa | — | — | A 2025-08-29 | 0 | Excellent |
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Before you sail with Costa
Two things are worth doing in the fortnight before boarding: check the pre-cruise health guidance — especially if you are pregnant, manage a chronic condition, or the line's terms ask for a fit-to-travel confirmation — and check the live conditions in your ports. Talk to a doctor before you sail →
Frequently asked questions
Which Costa ship has the best health inspection score?
Costa's ships in this index are inspected under the EU SHIPSAN framework: 5 currently grade A. CDC scores exist only for ships calling at US ports.
Has Costa had norovirus outbreaks recently?
No Costa ships appear in the CDC's 2024–2026 gastrointestinal outbreak log. Note the log covers ships under CDC jurisdiction; European-waters outbreaks are handled by national port health authorities.
Do I need medical clearance to sail with Costa?
Like most major lines, Costa requires a doctor's confirmation for defined situations — typically pregnancy (not carried when entering the 24th week by voyage end), oxygen or dialysis use, and recent major surgery or cardiac events; exact rules are in the line's terms. A Mobi Doctor physician can assess you online and provide documentation where clinically appropriate.