MSC Cruises

MSC Magnifica (Musica Class). Photo Credit: wasi1370/Pixabay

About MSC Cruises

• Founded in 1970 (Naples, Italy)
• Has a Private Island (Bahamas), the Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve for 100 Year Lease (2015)
• Large & Small Ships
• LEGO Partnership
• Swiss Global Cruise Line (Geneva)
• Third Largest Cruise Company in the World
• Operations Offices in Naples & Venice

Photo Credit: Mausi/Pixabay

MSC Cruises Clientele

• Affordable Fares & Budget Conscious
• Ages 3 - 11 Usually Sail for Free
• Ages 12 - 17 Usually Sail at Discounted Rate
• Broadway Style Theater Goers
• Concentration Itineraries in Northern & Western Europe
• Couples & Families
• European Flair
• Low Key & Relaxed Atmosphere
• Seasonal Itineraries in Africa, Caribbean, Asia & Middle East 

MSC Preziosa (Fantasia Class). Photo Credit: Viola/Pixabay

Good to Know

• MSC Yacht Club offers complimentary drinks, concierge services, dining options, personal butler, priority embarkation, private pool and seating. 
• Babysitting services available.
• Food options tends to vary by ship.
• Requires check-in ticket to be printed for embarkation day.
• Embarkation day occurs daily, so guests onboard tends to vary often.
• The 1920's speakeasy only accessible by invitation.
• Internet package is restricted to 1 device. 
• Offers elevator deck smart destinations. 
• Does not require in person muster drills.
• Ice water is not complimentary on all sailings.
• Onboard perks vary by chosen levels: Aurea (highest), Bella (basic) or Fantastica.
• Caribbean sailings tends to attract North American guests.
• Weekly formal nights, men tend to wear tuxedos or suits and women either cocktail dress or evening gown.
• Shorts are not permitted in the dining room for dinner service.
• Onboard announcements are generally in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
• Breakfast room service charges may apply.
• Offers no formal programs for children under 3.
• Solo cabins (Interior Studios) are on newer ships.
• Requires 6 month passport validity upon return.
• A 15% gratuity is added for nonbeverage package guests.
• MSC for Me App allows chatting onboard without the internet package.
• Bringing your own alcohol onboard is not permitted.
• Dry cleaning and laundry service is at cost.
• Caribbean and USA sailings drinking age is 21.

Photo Credit: Toni Paul/Pixabay

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MSC Opera. Photo Credit: pisanodanie/Pixabay

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