The Pier // Cruise Ships // Large Resort Ship // AIDAbella
The ships of AIDA Cruise have smart, contemporary profiles that are quite well proportioned. Each has a swept-back funnel and wedge-shaped stern. The bow displays
the red lips as well as the blue eyes of Aida (from Verdi’s opera, written to commemorate the opening of the Suez Canal in 1871). AIDA Cruises is part of Costa Cruises, which is itself part of the giant Carnival Corporation.
Suitable for:
The ships of AIDA Cruises are for youthful German speaking couples, singles, and particularly families seeking good value for money in a fun, upbeat party-like environment with excellent entertainment.
AIDAbella in Sta. Cruz, Tenerife on April 21, 2011. Photo: Dex Sularte
Ship Particulars:
Cruise Line: AIDA Cruises
Entered Service: April 2008
Original Cost:$360 million
Builder: Meyer Werft (Germany)
Former names: none
Gross Tonnage: 69,200 tons
Length: 252.0 m
Beam: 32.2 m
Registry: Italy
Passengers: 2500
Crew: 646
Navigation Officers: German
Extracted with permission from the Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising & Cruise Ships 2010 http://www.berlitzpublishing.com/
A very successful multi-ship brand belonging to the Carnival Corporation known in German speaking countries for its uber-casual cruising.
