To mark its third anniversary, Margaritaville at Sea announced the acquisition of Costa Fortuna from Costa Cruises, representing the company's third vessel purchase in as many years. The ship will become the largest in the cruise line's growing fleet when it begins operations under its new flag in 2026.
The Costa Fortuna, weighing more than 102,500 gross tons and capable of accommodating approximately 3,450 passengers, features more than 1,340 staterooms, 13 passenger decks, expansive outdoor spaces and an eight-story center atrium. The vessel will undergo a complete transformation to incorporate Margaritaville's island-inspired design aesthetic.
"Over the last three years we have been incredibly focused on building Margaritaville at Sea by delivering more of what our guests love — a uniquely laid-back island attitude with award-winning hospitality,” said Christopher Ivy, CEO of Margaritaville at Sea. “With the acquisition of our third ship in three years, we are proud to once again invite guests to step into the Margaritaville state of mind on the open ocean."
Since launching in May 2022 with the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, followed by the Margaritaville at Sea Islander in 2024, the cruise line has transported hundreds of thousands of passengers. The company has received industry recognition including Cruise Critic's No. 1 Cruisers Choice Award and Newsweek's 2025 Best Ship for Families designation.
The vessel will continue operating as Costa Fortuna under Costa Cruises through late next year before transitioning to the Margaritaville fleet. Specific homeport details remain forthcoming.
“Margaritaville at Sea has been on an exceptional trajectory since its launch only a few short years ago,” said John Cohlan, CEO of Margaritaville. “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."
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Margaritaville at Sea. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
