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Costa Concordia and Costa Allegra - Additional Information (Detail) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Nov. 30, 2012 USD ($) | Nov. 30, 2012 Costa Concordia USD ($) | Nov. 30, 2012 Costa Concordia EUR (€)
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups [Line Items] |  |  |
Asset impairment charge |  | $ 515 | € 381
Insurance proceeds from the loss of Costa Concordia | 508 | 508 | 395
Insurance proceeds in excess of net carrying from the loss of Costa Concordia |  | 17 | 14
Other charges recognized |  | 28 |
Insurance deductible for third party personal injury liability |  | $ 10 |

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