IHIET-Cruise 2026 International Conference will be held October 18-22, 2026 on-board cruise-ship Costa Toscana in the Mediterranean sea.

The Costa Toscana is an Excellence-class cruise ship operated by Costa Cruises, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc. Built by Meyer Turku and launched in 2021. The ship features a design inspired by the Tuscany region of Italy, with each deck themed after different Italian regions, and offers a wide array of luxury dining, entertainment, and family-friendly activities, including multiple pools, water slides, and other facilities.

	Group reduced rate booking available now!
Conference Address IHIET-Cruise 2026 International Conference, Technical Sessions: October 18-22, 2026 Conference Location: Cruise ship Costa Toscana (new flagship). Group rate covers cruise trip plus all meals for both options below at no additional cost: - Option A: 7 days/6 nights cruise (Civitavecchia, Rome to Civitavecchia, Rome) or - Option B: 5 days/4 nights cruise (Port of Barcelona to Civitavecchia, Rome) Conference participant can select preferred options during booking. Earliest Participant Boarding: Thursday October 15, 2026 (7 days/6 nights cruise) Location: Port of Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy (Google Maps) Latest Participant Boarding: Sunday October 18, 2026 (5 days/4 nights cruise) Location: Port of Barcelona, Spain (Google Maps) Participant Disembarking: Thursday October 22, 2026 Location: Port of Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy (Google Maps) Limited Availability: The number of rooms available the the reduced group rate are limited! Room reservation at the participant reduced rate available on first come, first served bases: Please book your room by Jan 10, 2026 to ensure availability or group rate. To book your room click here. Conference Reception IHIET-Cruise 2026 International Conference Time and Date: 19:00-22:00, Oct 18, 2026 (Registered participants only, dress is business casual)	Costa Toscana - IHIET-Cruise Conference Costa Toscana, Italian coastline Costa Toscana ports and route planner
Conference group rate fare:  * Room with Balcony: Single Occupancy Rooms: € 1580 per person Double Occupancy Rooms:  € 1260 per person (room booked for two persons) * Room with Sea View Window: Single Occupancy Rooms: € 1380 per person Double Occupancy Rooms:  € 1100 per person (room booked for two persons) * Room Internal (available upon request): Single Occupancy Rooms: € 1270 per person Double Occupancy Rooms:  € 1040 per person (room booked for two persons) * Group rate includes mandatory taxed and fees. * Full Board: All meals included in the rate, world-renowned restaurants, and includes all events on-board ship. Gratuities are not included in the price: Adults 11€/night. Optional Drink plus Package not included: € 200 per person for full trip. Costa Toscana Guest Room with Balcony Costa Toscana Guest Room with Window What is included in Cruise Fare: - Cruise Fare (5 Days / 4 Nights) or (7 Days / 6 Nights) - Full board. Choose the amount of food and the type of food you prefer: breakfast, snacks, and main meals are all included.  Each evening, you’ll be treated to a signature dish by world-renowned chefs, all included in the rate. Through Destination Dishes, Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze and Ángel León give you a taste of the places you will visit the very next day. Drinks not included in the fare. - Port Boarding Fees - On Board Service Charges - Admin team on board during the whole cruise, in accordance to the Cruise Staff, to help IHIET participants in all procedures and on-board activities. Group room rates will be offered based on group room block availability with first come first served for the early bird rates.	Conference Schedule IHIET Conference dinner reception Guest suite room on-board cruise ship

Naples, Italy

As Southern Italy's largest city, Naples isn't quite as postcard-perfect as its more photogenic neighbors—it's got more of a bustling, lived-in sensibility. But there's no shortage of beauty. It's the kind of place where ancient sculptures, lush courtyards, and unexpected ocean views pop up alongside parking lots and apartment buildings. And that's exactly why visitors love it (that and the wood-fired pizza—it's pretty much the best in the world). Naples’ historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site, so definitely start your visit there. Then, take in the Chiesa di San Gregorio Armeno, a 16th-century Baroque masterpiece, and the Duomo, a Roman Catholic cathedral. Check out artifacts from Pompeii at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli or revel in Rococo art at Museo Cappella Sansevero. End the day as locals do, taking a relaxed stroll as the sun sets over the Bay of Naples. There is so much more to see—and we've got recs below.

Amalfi coastal cities, Italy (Source: Discover Italy by Alitalia)

Amalfi Coast

The picture-perfect Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful places in Italy and you could easily spend a week here. But since it’s relatively close to Naples (close enough to quickly visit on a day trip), many people also visit the Amalfi Coast for a day. If a day is all you have and this is your only chance to see this stunning area, then definitely consider a day trip to the Amalfi Coast from Naples! With a day on the Amalfi Coast, you can see 2 or 3 main towns – Positano, Amalfi, and possibly Ravello. In addition – depending on the season – you might also be able to do a boat trip along the coast. Many Amalfi Coast day tours also stop in Sorrento, which is a very nice town to see as well.