Margaritaville at Sea acquires 3rd cruise ship, the largest yet
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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Margaritaville at Sea is expanding its fleet.
The Florida-based cruise line announced Wednesday that it has purchased its third ship, the Costa Fortuna. The ship is currently operated by Costa Cruises. Costa will continue to operate the ship until late next year.
Once it is renovated, the cruise ship will be the largest vessel in Margaritaville at Sea's fleet. The ship is over 102,500 gross tons and accommodates approximately 3,450 passengers.
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The ship features three passenger decks, expansive outdoor spaces, and an 8-story center atrium.
Christopher Ivy, the Chief Executive Officer of Margaritaville at Sea, said the new ship will sail from a new homeport in 2026.
'Margaritaville at Sea has been on an exceptional trajectory since its launch only a few short years ago. We're thrilled to once again expand the experience of our brand on the water and share the cruise line's signature experiences and amenities with even more guests,' said John Cohlan, CEO of Margaritaville.
Margaritaville at Sea currently sails from Port Tampa Bay and the Port of Palm Beach.
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