Last updated: October 16, 2026
Quick answer: Yes. Military Cruise Deals gives a real military and veteran discount on every Costa Cruises cruise — always at least 5% off the cruise fare, taken off the cruise line’s lowest price and added on top of current sales. Many sailings may also come with extra perks like onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages. Active duty, retirees, ALL veterans, ALL military and veteran spouses (even if divorced) and everyone traveling with them qualify. There are no booking fees. Call 866-964-5482.
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This page lists all Costa cruise deals for military and veterans, with the top deals shown first in search results. Use the links below to see exclusive discounts on all Costa cruises for veterans, military members, their families, and organizations.
Today’s Special Deals on Costa Cruises Include:
- Black Friday Sale: cruise fares from $399 per person in Inside, Ocean View and Balcony staterooms on select Caribbean, Canary Islands and Western Mediterranean sailings — book by November 30, 2026.
- We have an exclusive low rate on all Costa cruises.
- Your Costa cruise can include a drink package — we have a special low rate on that too.
Costa’s Military Discount
Costa does not offer a standard military rate. However, they do have a special Interline rate on select cruise dates, which they allow Military Cruise Deals to use exclusively for our military customers.
The Interline fare is normally reserved only for airline employees and is far below all other rates — so it’s a significant benefit that we’re allowed to apply it for our military families. Often the Interline rate is hundreds of dollars below Costa’s other fare codes.
Costa also allows us to offer military families a reduced deposit of only $100 per cabin.
For those reasons, Costa earns an A+ from us for offering military and veteran families special pricing and benefits. And even without an additional military discount from the cruise line directly, Costa will often be the lowest-priced option for the itinerary you want.
On top of all that, we add our own military discount from Military Cruise Deals to every Costa ship and sailing. Our booking engine is configured to apply this discount automatically — so feel free to compare our rates to Travelocity, Orbitz, Expedia, Vacations To Go, or the cruise line directly. We’re always less. Contact us for assistance or book online.
Costa Cruises Worldwide
Costa Cruise Departure Ports
Southern European Ports
Northern European Ports
Asia / Middle Eastern Ports
South America
Costa’s Pricing Options: My Cruise or My Drinks
Costa offers a pricing model that lets you choose between a base cruise price or one that includes a drink package. If you plan to drink anyway, the drink-inclusive price is typically good value. The “My Drinks” price includes everything in the “My Cruise” price.
Military Spouse Reviews of Costa
Heather Stinson
We just returned from our third cruise. This was our first time on Costa (the Diadema). I originally booked because I received a phenomenal deal, but then was skeptical because of things I had read online. I will tell you, most of the negative things I read were WRONG!
Firstly, we are a family of five, so our previous experience was with two cabins. Costa’s cabin for five was a HUGE selling point, and it worked so well for us. We had an oceanview room with two upper bunks, and they rolled another bed in. The cabin also had two bathrooms — one with a toilet, shower, and sink; the other with a bath/shower and sink. It worked perfectly (our two teenage girls like to primp).
The staff on board was very helpful. They weren’t pushy about services, but if you needed something they did everything possible to help. Booking excursions was easy — the ship had multiple kiosks where I could choose and print tickets.
The food was good — typical European cruise fare, on par with our previous experiences. Hot breakfast in the restaurants every morning, and a euro breakfast at the buffet. Every night there were multiple dinner options and the restaurant food was delicious. Every night there was a show, and every day there were events to keep cruisers of all ages entertained. My teens liked the teen club, and my five-year-old had a great time in the Squok Club.
Overall, Costa is an excellent value, especially for those who don’t want to spend a fortune on a memorable experience. When booking our next cruise, we won’t hesitate to go with Costa again.
More Spouse Reviews for Costa Cruises
Ericka Panlaqui-Zuñiga
My husband and I with our 2-year-old went on a cruise with Costa exactly a year ago. It was our very first cruise. I’d read negative reviews but we still went for it because we were given an awesome deal — and I was so impressed from day one!
We were on Costa Deliziosa and had a blast the whole time. We didn’t even want to debark! The food was great — buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus sit-down restaurant dining. We did formal dinner almost every night and were treated like royalty by our designated server. Our room was cleaned and immaculate every time we returned. There were live shows and programs every day. My daughter even got to meet Peppa Pig and have lunch with her!
The only thing I’d suggest improving is the ticketing line process for some onboard activities. Overall it was an amazing experience — we always recommend it and can’t wait to sail Costa again.
Sara Mendenhall
We just returned from Costa Diadema — our first cruise ever with any cruise line. I had set my expectations low because of all the negative reviews. Without a doubt, this cruise was great!
The food was delicious — the buffet had a big variety of Italian and European dishes with fresh fruit. Sit-down dinner was a nice selection of finer dining and it all tasted great. We did one excursion in Marseille — the Aix en Provence walking tour — and explored all other ports on our own. Every port had information booths with maps and some had last-minute tours available.
The staff was very helpful when you needed them, and never pushy. The ship was super clean — I saw deck crews cleaning throughout the day. It is a full European cruise experience, which you should expect since you’re cruising in Europe. I would cruise with Costa again in a heartbeat.
A Costa cruise starts with a Buon Viaggio celebration, ends with an Italian street festival, and includes all sorts of Italian touches in between — including tossing pizza dough at Italian cooking classes. That’s amore!
Costa Cruises Facts
- Costa is the distinctly international arm of Carnival Corporation — the world’s largest cruise company
- Europe’s #1 cruise line and Italy’s largest travel company
- An Italian-flagged fleet
- All ship interiors are non-smoking
- More 7-night, year-round Europe cruises than any other cruise line
- Departures in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Baltic Sea, Central America, Africa, Dubai, Far East, Indian Ocean, South America, and the Caribbean
- Around the World and Transatlantic cruises with 250 destinations, 100 itineraries, 69 embarkation ports, and 2,200 shore excursions
If you’re trying to see Europe, no cruise line covers more European ports in a single cruise than Costa.
Hug Peppa Pig on Costa!
Costa has a phenomenal kids program. Kids can hug Peppa Pig, train to be a captain, be a princess for a day, and compete in sports tournaments. For older kids, there are video games, dance and music classes, pool parties, and sports tournaments as well.
Costa has also revamped its kids’ onboard water parks. Baby pools are available on the Deliziosa, Diadema, Fascinosa, Favolosa and Mediterranea. Two-deck water parks with water games, a pirate ship, and a castle are on the Fascinosa and Favolosa. The Diadema has a three-deck water park.
For children ages 3–17, Costa’s Squok Club entertainment staff is available daily from 9:00 AM to noon, 3:00–6:00 PM, and 9:00–11:30 PM.
Children’s Entertainment Is Free — Organized Into Four Age Groups:
Teen: 15–17 years old | Teen Junior: 12–14 years old | Maxi: 7–11 years old | Mini: 3–6 years old
Costa also provides quiet time for parents. During the day, kids are entertained in the Kids Club program. At night, the Mini and Maxi Club offers free group babysitting in the children’s arena until 1:30 AM. No nighttime babysitting is available for children under 36 months.
Innovative Onboard Activities
- Roller Skating Track
- 18-Hole Golf Simulator
- Laser Tag
- 4D Cinema — multi-sensory experience
- 24/7 Onboard Kiosks
- Grand Prix Race Car Simulator
- Video Arcade
- Casino
- Recording Studio
- Disco
- PlayStation Nights on giant outdoor screens
- Ballroom — largest at sea
- Waterslides and Waterparks
- Kids Squok Club / Teen Zone
More helpful links: Cruising with Kids | Cabins for 5 on Costa | Cabins for 5 in Europe
Why Book With Us?
We add a military and veteran discount to every Costa cruise — on every ship and every sailing. We often have specials available only to our military customers, including discounted travel insurance, free gratuities, onboard credit, drink packages, and reduced deposits.
Our agents are well-traveled cruise experts who know how to find every applicable discount and get them applied. We’re available 7 days a week, with an answering service that takes messages 24 hours a day.
🏅 Why Military Families Book Their Costa Cruise With Us
Military Cruise Deals has been serving military families since 2001. Our agents — Mitch, Kevin, and Hope — specialize in finding every available discount and applying it to your booking. We’ve helped over 50,000 military customers, earned 1,500+ five-star reviews, and our rates are always below what you’ll find anywhere else.
Call us: 866-964-5482 | Contact Us
Costa Cruises Military Discount at a Glance
| Our military discount | Always at least 5% off the cruise fare on every Costa Cruises cruise, off the lowest price |
| Extra perks | Onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages on many sailings |
| Who qualifies | Active duty, retired military, ALL veterans, ALL military and veteran spouses (no matter the military member’s status, even if divorced), plus friends and family — even in separate cabins |
| Stacks with sales? | Yes — added on top of the cruise line’s current promotions |
| Booking fees | None — no fees to book, change or cancel |
| Price protection | Free rate monitoring and re-faring requests until final payment, plus our exclusive Price Drop Tracker |
| In business since | 2001 — military-family-owned, 1,500+ five-star reviews. Call 866-964-5482 |
More Questions About the Costa Cruises Military Discount
How much is the military discount on Costa Cruises?
Our military discount is always at least 5% off the cruise fare on every Costa Cruises cruise. Many sailings may also come with extra perks like onboard credit, special amenities and Distinctive Voyages. The more your cruise costs, the more you save.
Do all military and veteran spouses qualify for the Costa Cruises Military Discount?
Yes. ALL military and veteran spouses qualify, no matter the status of the military member — including surviving spouses and divorced spouses. Friends and family traveling with them qualify too, even in separate cabins.
Does the military discount stack with Costa Cruises sales?
Yes. Our military discount is added on top of the cruise line’s current promotions.
Do you charge fees to book a Costa Cruises cruise?
No. We never charge a fee to book, change or cancel your cruise. The cruise line’s own cancellation penalties still apply.
What happens if the price drops after I book?
We monitor your rate until final payment. If the price drops, we ask the cruise line to re-fare you to the lower rate, upgrade you, or give you onboard credit. Some non-refundable fares can’t be re-fared.
Can I transfer my Costa Cruises booking to Military Cruise Deals?
In many cases, yes — if you booked directly with the cruise line and haven’t made final payment. Call us at 866-964-5482 and we’ll check your booking.