We just got off the Costa Fascinosa on August 25th, after spending a great week with a Kosherica tour.
The Boat
The Fascinosa is a large cruise ship, very new and it shows. There are no signs of wear or tear, and everything is very well taken care of. I think it was designed to evoque the Italian Golden Age, the Dolce Vita. Paintings, rugs, wallpapers, even the marble in the bathrooms, resembles 20th century Italy. I don't know if that is a plus or not, as I'm more used to modern ships that don't try to recall the good old times.
Good size, excellent location to most of the ship. Close to the forward elevators, the main pool area, and the Tulipano Nero buffet. Far from the Gattopardo restaurant in the 3/4 floor.