Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day.
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.
Tagged on to the end of Iberia, the intriguing British outpost of Gibraltar is dominated by a sandy peninsula and the stunning 1,400-feet-high limestone Rock. Although small, Gibraltar has always been seen as having great strategic importance on account of its advantageous position where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, just 12 miles from the coast of Africa. Ever popular with British holidaymakers, Gibraltar is very much a home from home, boasting excellent duty-free shopping in many familiar British high street shops. Please note: Gibraltar’s small size and narrow winding roads mean that excursions are operated by 22-seater mini-buses, accompanied by a driver/guide. Local health and safety regulations prohibit the carriage of walking aids and collapsible wheelchairs on these vehicles. If you do wish to bring a mobility aid, we can arrange the Rock Tour by taxi, which has extra space. If this suits your requirements, please advise the Tours and Travel office when you join the ship, as numbers are limited.
The original settlement formed on the site of Casablanca by the Berbers became the kingdom of Anfa, and during the 15th century harboured pirates who raided the Portuguese coast. In retaliation for the attacks, the Portuguese destroyed Anfa and founded the town they called Casa Branca (white house). They remained here until an earthquake in 1755 and the town was subsequently rebuilt by Mohammed ben Abdallah, whose legacy of mosques and houses can still be seen in the old Medina. Casablanca acquired its present-day name when the Spanish obtained special port privileges in 1781. The French landed here in 1907, later establishing a protectorate and modelling the town on the port of Marseilles. Today Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city, its most significant port and the centre of commerce and industry. The city is a vibrant fusion of European, African and Arabian influences and its French colonial architecture and art deco buildings seamlessly blend in with the busy, colourful markets. Please note that vendors in the souks can be very persistent and eager to make a sale.
Your next stop will be Cape Verde’s cultural capital, Mindelo. Get along with the locals listening to the real morna in the bars of the old town and sipping the local drink, a sugarcane spirit. This island is also known by its British and Portuguese colonial architecture and pastel-coloured houses, the municipal market and the facades of the old Governor’s Palace.
According to Salvador's adopted son Jorge Amado, "In Salvador, magic becomes part of the every-day." From the shimmering golden light of sunset over the Baía do Todos os Santos, to the rhythmic beats that race along the streets, Salvador, while no longer Brazil's capital, remains one of its most captivating cities. A large dose of its exoticism comes down to its African heritage—at least 70% of its 2,675,000 population is classified as Afro-Brazilian—and how it has blended into Brazil's different strands, from the native Indians to the Christian colonizers. Salvadorans may tell you that you can visit a different church every day of the year, which is almost true—the city has about 300. Churches whose interiors are covered with gold leaf were financed by the riches of the Portuguese colonial era, when slaves masked their traditional religious beliefs under a thin Catholic veneer. And partly thanks to modern-day acceptance of those beliefs, Salvador has become the fount of Candomblé, a religion based on personal dialogue with the orixás, a family of African deities closely linked to nature and the Catholic saints. The influence of Salvador's African heritage on Brazilian music has also turned the city into one of the musical capitals of Brazil, resulting in a myriad of venues to enjoy live music across the city, along with international acclaim for exponents like Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, and Daniela Mercury. Salvador's economy today is focused on telecommunications and tourism. The still-prevalent African culture draws many tourists—this is the best place in Brazil to hear African music, learn or watch African dance, and see capoeira, a martial art developed by slaves. In the district of Pelourinho, many colorful 18th- and 19th-century houses remain, part of the reason why this is the center of the tourist trade. Salvador sprawls across a peninsula surrounded by the Baía de Todos os Santos on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. The city has about 50 km (31 miles) of coastline. The original city, referred to as the Centro Histórica (Historical Center), is divided into the Cidade Alta (Upper City), also called Pelourinho, and Cidade Baixa (Lower City). The Cidade Baixa is a commercial area—known as Comércio—that runs along the port and is the site of Salvador's indoor market, Mercado Modelo. You can move between the upper and lower cities on foot, via the landmark Elevador Lacerda, behind the market, or on the Plano Inclinado, a funicular lift, which connects Rua Guindaste dos Padres on Comércio with the alley behind Cathedral Basílica. From the Cidade Histórica you can travel north along the bay to the hilltop Igreja de Nosso Senhor do Bonfim. You can also head south to the point, guarded by the Forte Santo Antônio da Barra, where the bay waters meet those of the Atlantic. This area on Salvador's southern tip is home to the trendy neighborhoods of Barra, Ondina, and Rio Vermelho, with many museums, theaters, shops, and restaurants. Beaches along the Atlantic coast and north of Forte Santo Antônio da Barra are among the city's cleanest. Many are illuminated at night and have bars and restaurants that stay open late.
Welcome to the Cidade Maravilhosa, or the Marvelous City, as Rio is known in Brazil. Synonymous with the girl from Ipanema, the dramatic views from Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado mountain, and fabulously flamboyant Carnival celebrations, Rio is a city of stunning architecture, abundant museums, and marvelous food. Rio is also home to 23 beaches, an almost continuous 73-km (45-mile) ribbon of sand.As you leave the airport and head to Rio's beautiful Zona Sul (the touristic South Zone), you'll drive for about 40 minutes on a highway from where you'll begin to get a sense of the dramatic contrast between beautiful landscape and devastating poverty. In this teeming metropolis of 12 million people (6.2 million of whom live in Rio proper), the very rich and the very poor live in uneasy proximity. You'll drive past seemingly endless cinder-block favela, but by the time you reach Copacabana's breezy, sunny Avenida Atlântica—flanked on one side by white beach and azure sea and on the other by condominiums and hotels—your heart will leap with expectation as you begin to recognize the postcard-famous sights. Now you're truly in Rio, where cariocas (Rio residents) and tourists live life to its fullest.Enthusiasm is contagious in Rio. Prepare to have your senses engaged and your inhibitions untied. Rio seduces with a host of images: the joyous bustle of vendors at Sunday's Feira Hippie (Hippie Fair); the tipsy babble at sidewalk cafés as patrons sip their last glass of icy beer under the stars; the blanket of lights beneath the Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain); the bikers, joggers, strollers, and power walkers who parade along the beach each morning. Borrow the carioca spirit for your stay; you may find yourself reluctant to give it back.
Welcome to the Cidade Maravilhosa, or the Marvelous City, as Rio is known in Brazil. Synonymous with the girl from Ipanema, the dramatic views from Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado mountain, and fabulously flamboyant Carnival celebrations, Rio is a city of stunning architecture, abundant museums, and marvelous food. Rio is also home to 23 beaches, an almost continuous 73-km (45-mile) ribbon of sand.As you leave the airport and head to Rio's beautiful Zona Sul (the touristic South Zone), you'll drive for about 40 minutes on a highway from where you'll begin to get a sense of the dramatic contrast between beautiful landscape and devastating poverty. In this teeming metropolis of 12 million people (6.2 million of whom live in Rio proper), the very rich and the very poor live in uneasy proximity. You'll drive past seemingly endless cinder-block favela, but by the time you reach Copacabana's breezy, sunny Avenida Atlântica—flanked on one side by white beach and azure sea and on the other by condominiums and hotels—your heart will leap with expectation as you begin to recognize the postcard-famous sights. Now you're truly in Rio, where cariocas (Rio residents) and tourists live life to its fullest.Enthusiasm is contagious in Rio. Prepare to have your senses engaged and your inhibitions untied. Rio seduces with a host of images: the joyous bustle of vendors at Sunday's Feira Hippie (Hippie Fair); the tipsy babble at sidewalk cafés as patrons sip their last glass of icy beer under the stars; the blanket of lights beneath the Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain); the bikers, joggers, strollers, and power walkers who parade along the beach each morning. Borrow the carioca spirit for your stay; you may find yourself reluctant to give it back.
Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll know you’re in South America by the leather shoes for sale on cobbled streets and impromptu parades of triumphant soccer fans. Limited-production wines, juicy steaks, and ice cream in countless flavors are among the old-world imports the city has perfected.
Glamorous and gritty, Buenos Aires is two cities in one. What makes Argentina's capital so fascinating is its dual heritage—part European, part Latin American. Plaza de Mayo resembles a grand square in Madrid, and the ornate Teatro Colón would not be out of place in Vienna. But you’ll know you’re in South America by the leather shoes for sale on cobbled streets and impromptu parades of triumphant soccer fans. Limited-production wines, juicy steaks, and ice cream in countless flavors are among the old-world imports the city has perfected.
Approaching from Ruta 3, it's hard to believe that the horizon line of buildings perched just beyond the windswept dunes and badlands is the most successful of all coastal Patagonia settlements. But once you get past the outskirts of town and onto the wide coastal road known as the Rambla, the picture begins to change. Ranged along the clear and tranquil Golfo Nuevo are restaurants, cafés, dive shops, and hotels, all busy—but not yet overcrowded—with tourists from around the world.Puerto Madryn is more a base for visiting nearby wildlife-watching sites like Península Valdés and Punta Tombo than a destination in its own right. The town's architecture is unremarkable, and beyond a walk along the coast there isn't much to do. Indeed, even the few museums serve mainly to introduce you to the fauna you'll see elsewhere. The exception is the beginning of whale season (May through July), when the huge animals cavort right in the bay before heading north—you can even walk out alongside them on the pier. During these months it's worth the extra expense for a room with a sea view.The many tour agencies and rental-car companies here make excursion planning easy. Aim to spend most of your time here on one- or two-day trips exploring the surroundings. Note that competition is fierce between tourism operators in destinations such as Puerto Madryn and Puerto Pirámides on Península Valdés. Take information that tour operators and even the tourism office give you about these with a grain of salt: they often exaggerate Madryn's virtues and other areas' flaws.
Tiny Stanley, capital of the Falklands, seems in many ways like a British village fallen out of the sky. Many homes are painted in bright colours, adding visual appeal to this distant outpost. Not far offshore, the wreck of the Lady Elizabeth, is one of the many vessels remaining as a silent testimonial to the region's frequent harsh weather conditions.The islands, also known by their Spanish name of Islas Malvinas, are home to arguably more tuxedo-clad inhabitants of the penguin variety than human residents. Various species, such as Gentoo, Magellanic and the more elusive King penguins, either live here permanently or use the Falklands as a stopover on their migration route. Darwin found the islands' flora and fauna fascinating - no doubt you will, too.
At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking, Tierra del Fuego's historical allure is based more on its mythical past than on rugged reality. The island was inhabited for 6,000 years by Yámana, Haush, Selk'nam, and Alakaluf Indians. But in 1902 Argentina, eager to populate Patagonia to bolster its territorial claims, moved to initiate an Ushuaian penal colony, establishing the permanent settlement of its most southern territories and, by implication, everything in between.When the prison closed in 1947, Ushuaia had a population of about 3,000, made up mainly of former inmates and prison staff. Today the Indians of Darwin's "missing link" theory are long gone—wiped out by diseases brought by settlers and by indifference to their plight—and the 60,000 residents of Ushuaia are hitching their star to tourism.The city rightly (if perhaps too loudly) promotes itself as the southernmost city in the world (Puerto Williams, a few miles south on the Chilean side of the Beagle Channel, is a small town). You can make your way to the tourism office to get your clichéd, but oh-so-necessary, "Southernmost City in the World" passport stamp. Ushuaia feels like a frontier boomtown, at heart still a rugged, weather-beaten fishing village, but exhibiting the frayed edges of a city that quadrupled in size in the '70s and '80s and just keeps growing. Unpaved portions of Ruta 3, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which connects Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, are finally being paved. The summer months (December through March) draw more than 120,000 visitors, and dozens of cruise ships. The city is trying to extend those visits with events like March's Marathon at the End of the World and by increasing the gamut of winter activities buoyed by the excellent snow conditions.A terrific trail winds through the town up to the Martial Glacier, where a ski lift can help cut down a steep kilometer of your journey. The chaotic and contradictory urban landscape includes a handful of luxury hotels amid the concrete of public housing projects. Scores of "sled houses" (wooden shacks) sit precariously on upright piers, ready for speedy displacement to a different site. But there are also many small, picturesque homes with tiny, carefully tended gardens. Many of the newer homes are built in a Swiss-chalet style, reinforcing the idea that this is a town into which tourism has breathed new life. At the same time, the weather-worn pastel colors that dominate the town's landscape remind you that Ushuaia was once just a tiny fishing village, snuggled at the end of the Earth.As you stand on the banks of the Canal Beagle (Beagle Channel) near Ushuaia, the spirit of the farthest corner of the world takes hold. What stands out is the light: at sundown the landscape is cast in a subdued, sensual tone; everything feels closer, softer, and more human in dimension despite the vastness of the setting. The snowcapped mountains reflect the setting sun back onto a stream rolling into the channel, as nearby peaks echo their image—on a windless day—in the still waters.Above the city rise the last mountains of the Andean Cordillera, and just south and west of Ushuaia they finally vanish into the often-stormy sea. Snow whitens the peaks well into summer. Nature is the principal attraction here, with trekking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife spotting, and sailing among the most rewarding activities, especially in the Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego (Tierra del Fuego National Park).
At 55 degrees latitude south, Ushuaia (pronounced oo-swy-ah) is closer to the South Pole than to Argentina's northern border with Bolivia. It is the capital and tourism base for Tierra del Fuego, the island at the southernmost tip of Argentina.Although its stark physical beauty is striking, Tierra del Fuego's historical allure is based more on its mythical past than on rugged reality. The island was inhabited for 6,000 years by Yámana, Haush, Selk'nam, and Alakaluf Indians. But in 1902 Argentina, eager to populate Patagonia to bolster its territorial claims, moved to initiate an Ushuaian penal colony, establishing the permanent settlement of its most southern territories and, by implication, everything in between.When the prison closed in 1947, Ushuaia had a population of about 3,000, made up mainly of former inmates and prison staff. Today the Indians of Darwin's "missing link" theory are long gone—wiped out by diseases brought by settlers and by indifference to their plight—and the 60,000 residents of Ushuaia are hitching their star to tourism.The city rightly (if perhaps too loudly) promotes itself as the southernmost city in the world (Puerto Williams, a few miles south on the Chilean side of the Beagle Channel, is a small town). You can make your way to the tourism office to get your clichéd, but oh-so-necessary, "Southernmost City in the World" passport stamp. Ushuaia feels like a frontier boomtown, at heart still a rugged, weather-beaten fishing village, but exhibiting the frayed edges of a city that quadrupled in size in the '70s and '80s and just keeps growing. Unpaved portions of Ruta 3, the last stretch of the Pan-American Highway, which connects Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, are finally being paved. The summer months (December through March) draw more than 120,000 visitors, and dozens of cruise ships. The city is trying to extend those visits with events like March's Marathon at the End of the World and by increasing the gamut of winter activities buoyed by the excellent snow conditions.A terrific trail winds through the town up to the Martial Glacier, where a ski lift can help cut down a steep kilometer of your journey. The chaotic and contradictory urban landscape includes a handful of luxury hotels amid the concrete of public housing projects. Scores of "sled houses" (wooden shacks) sit precariously on upright piers, ready for speedy displacement to a different site. But there are also many small, picturesque homes with tiny, carefully tended gardens. Many of the newer homes are built in a Swiss-chalet style, reinforcing the idea that this is a town into which tourism has breathed new life. At the same time, the weather-worn pastel colors that dominate the town's landscape remind you that Ushuaia was once just a tiny fishing village, snuggled at the end of the Earth.As you stand on the banks of the Canal Beagle (Beagle Channel) near Ushuaia, the spirit of the farthest corner of the world takes hold. What stands out is the light: at sundown the landscape is cast in a subdued, sensual tone; everything feels closer, softer, and more human in dimension despite the vastness of the setting. The snowcapped mountains reflect the setting sun back onto a stream rolling into the channel, as nearby peaks echo their image—on a windless day—in the still waters.Above the city rise the last mountains of the Andean Cordillera, and just south and west of Ushuaia they finally vanish into the often-stormy sea. Snow whitens the peaks well into summer. Nature is the principal attraction here, with trekking, fishing, horseback riding, wildlife spotting, and sailing among the most rewarding activities, especially in the Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego (Tierra del Fuego National Park).
For most of its history, windy Puerto Montt was the end of the line for just about everyone traveling in the Lake District. Now the Carretera Austral carries on southward, but for all intents and purposes Puerto Montt remains the region's last significant outpost, a provincial city that is the hub of local fishing, textile, and tourist activity.Today the city center is full of malls, condos, and office towers—it's the fastest-growing city in Chile—but away from downtown, Puerto Montt consists mainly of low clapboard houses perched above its bay, the Seno de Reloncaví. If it's a sunny day, head east to Playa Pelluco or one of the city's other beaches. If you're more interested in exploring the countryside, drive along the shore for a good view of the surrounding hills.
Valparaíso's dramatic topography—45 cerros, or hills, overlooking the ocean—requires the use of winding pathways and wooden ascensores (funiculars) to get up many of the grades. The slopes are covered by candy-color houses—there are almost no apartments in the city—most of which have exteriors of corrugated metal peeled from shipping containers decades ago. Valparaíso has served as Santiago's port for centuries. Before the Panama Canal opened, Valparaíso was the busiest port in South America. Harsh realities—changing trade routes, industrial decline—have diminished its importance, but it remains Chile's principal port. Most shops, banks, restaurants, bars, and other businesses cluster along the handful of streets called El Plan (the flat area) that are closest to the shoreline. Porteños (which means "the residents of the port") live in the surrounding hills in an undulating array of colorful abodes. At the top of any of the dozens of stairways, the paseos (promenades) have spectacular views; many are named after prominent Yugoslavian, Basque, and German immigrants. Neighborhoods are named for the hills they cover. With the jumble of power lines overhead and the hundreds of buses that slow down—but never completely stop—to pick up agile riders, it's hard to forget you're in a city. Still, walking is the best way to experience Valparaíso. Be careful where you step, though—locals aren't very conscientious about curbing their dogs.
Valparaíso's dramatic topography—45 cerros, or hills, overlooking the ocean—requires the use of winding pathways and wooden ascensores (funiculars) to get up many of the grades. The slopes are covered by candy-color houses—there are almost no apartments in the city—most of which have exteriors of corrugated metal peeled from shipping containers decades ago. Valparaíso has served as Santiago's port for centuries. Before the Panama Canal opened, Valparaíso was the busiest port in South America. Harsh realities—changing trade routes, industrial decline—have diminished its importance, but it remains Chile's principal port. Most shops, banks, restaurants, bars, and other businesses cluster along the handful of streets called El Plan (the flat area) that are closest to the shoreline. Porteños (which means "the residents of the port") live in the surrounding hills in an undulating array of colorful abodes. At the top of any of the dozens of stairways, the paseos (promenades) have spectacular views; many are named after prominent Yugoslavian, Basque, and German immigrants. Neighborhoods are named for the hills they cover. With the jumble of power lines overhead and the hundreds of buses that slow down—but never completely stop—to pick up agile riders, it's hard to forget you're in a city. Still, walking is the best way to experience Valparaíso. Be careful where you step, though—locals aren't very conscientious about curbing their dogs.
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- Surface: 50 sqm + 78 sqm balcony
- Deck: 15
Features
- Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request)
- Separate bedroom with two single beds and wardrobe
- Separate living room with a sofa bed which converts into a double bed and a dining table
- Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area
- Spacious panoramic private terrace with a whirlpool bath, dining table and chairs, sunbeds
- Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower
- Marble bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower and "Med" organic amenities
- Separate toilet room
- Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton
- Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use
- Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit basket
- Venchi daily turndown chocolates
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer;; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
- Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
- Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant
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- Surface: approx 32 sqm + 12 sqm balcony
- Deck: 12
- Person: up to 4 guests
- Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request) and a reading corner by the window
- Separate living room with a sofa bed which converts into a double bed and a reading corner by the window
- Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area
- Spacious balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and tables
- Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower
- Marble bathroom with a bathtub and walk-in shower and "Med" organic amenities
- Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton
- Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use
- Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit basket
- Venchi daily turndown chocolates
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer;; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board..
- 1 Free cruise change
Benefits
- Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
- Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
- Surface: 28 sqm + approx 7 sqm balcony
- Deck: 12-14
Features Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request)
- Separate living room with a sofa bed which converts into a double bed
- Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area
- Spacious balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and tables
- Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower
- Marble bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower and “Med” organic amenities
- Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton
- Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use
- Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit basket
- Venchi daily turndown chocolates
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
Benefits
- Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
- Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
MSC Yacht Club Grand Suites adapted for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility feauture:
- Surface: approx. 28 sqm, balcony 12 sqm, deck 15, accommodates up to 2 guests
- Can be connected with YC1 - MSC Yacht Club Deluxe suite
- Queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request)
- Bathroom with shower and "Med" organic amenities
All MSC Yacht Club Grand Suites include:
- Walk-in wardrobe with vanity area
- Spacious balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and tables
- Versatile bathroom with bathtub and shower
- Marble bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower and "Med" organic amenities
- Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton
- Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use
- Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity
- Venchi daily turndown chocolates
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning
- Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
Benefits
- Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
- Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
- Surface: approx 25 sqm + 6 sqm balcony
- Deck: 14-15
- Person: up to 4 guests
Features
- Queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request)
- Balcony equipped with outdoor chairs and a table
- Marble bathroom with walk-in shower and "Med" organic amenities
- Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton
- Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use
- Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity
- Venchi daily turndown chocolates
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
Benefits
- Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
- Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
- Surface: 20 sqm
- Deck: 12
- Person: up to 2 guests
Features
- Queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request)
- Bathroom with shower and "Med" organic amenities
- Vanity area and hairdryer
- Marble bathroom with walk-in shower and "Med" organic amenities
- Premium bespoke embroidered towels & bed linens100% cotton
- Plush slippers and 100% cotton bathrobes for onboard use
- Minibar, Nespresso machine and Fresh fruit Welcome amenity
- Venchi daily turndown chocolates
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and air conditioning
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
- Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
- Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
- Priority embarkation and disembarkation
- Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.
- Surface: 25 sqm + 6 sqm balcony
- Deck: 15
Features
- Balcony
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar
Benefits
- Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
- Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
- Dine any time you choose
- Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
- Discounted packages offer
- 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
- Priority boarding & luggage drop off
Important: this suite will be available available up to Summer 2026
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
- Surface: 23 sqm
- Deck: 9-12
- Person: up to 5 people
Features
- Balcony
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar
Benefits
- Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
- Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
- Dine any time you choose
- Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
- Discounted packages offer
- 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
- Priority boarding & luggage drop off
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
- Surface: 16 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
- Deck: 10-11
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
- Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
- Dine any time you choose
- Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
- Discounted packages offer
- 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
- Priority boarding & luggage drop off
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
- Surface: 18 sqm + 4 sqm balcony
- Deck: 8-9
Features
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
- Surface: 16 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
- Deck: 10-14
Features
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
- Surface: 14 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
- Deck: 10-14
Features
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
- Surface: 16 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
- Deck: 12
Features
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
- Surface: 16 sqm + 5 sqm balcony
- Deck: 12
Features
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.
- Surface: 16 sqm
- Deck: 5-12
Features
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.
- Surface: 15 sqm
- Deck: 8
Features
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.
- Surface: 15 sqm
- Deck: 8
Features
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.
- Surface: 13 sqm
- Deck: 11-12
Features
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.
- Surface: 13 sqm
- Deck: 11-12
Features
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Marseille, Valparaiso
MSC Magnifica is thoughtfully designed for longer voyages, offering almost exclusively balcony cabins and exceptionally generous indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests can enjoy a range of water facilities, including an indoor pool ideal for all-weather relaxation, as well as dedicated kids’ areas, restaurants where personalised service enhance every dining experience, along with a theatre presenting a spectacular show every evening.
Masterfully combining variety with luxury, MSC Magnifica is introducing a brand-new MSC Yacht Club, launching in Summer 2026. This exceptional remodelling opens the way for an elevated and exclusive onboard experience where privacy meets exclusivity, where every detail is crafted to exceed your highest expectations.
This is a captivating new chapter in the story of a much-loved ship: a brand-new MSC Yacht Club, an upgraded wellness offering with a new MSC Aurea Spa and a reimagined gym.
MSC Magnifica lives up to her name – she offers a cruise that’s memorably magnificent.
Your cruise experience is at the centre of everything we do. To help make your holiday with us truly memorable, we give you the chance to tailor your experience to your needs and desires. For example, you can either leave the choice of cabin to us and benefit from the best rates available, or choose your own ideal cabin and location, while enjoying extra flexibility and additional benefits to make your cruise even more special.
- Bella Experience
- Fantastica Experience
- Aurea Experience
- MSC Yacht Club Experience
- Royal Theatre:
You’d normally have to travel to New York to see top-end shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theatres you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous programme, there’s sure to be a show you love.
- T32 Disco:
With a live DJ and open from 11.00pm until late, the ship's disco located on deck 14 and served by its own bar. It has seating for 172 guests.
- Atlantic City Casino:
Our casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.
- Topazio Bar:
The 220 seat Piano Bar on deck 6 is the ship's reception bar, featuring live piano music and accompanying orchestra.
- Le Gocce Bar:
Magnifica’s Coffee Bar is located on deck 5, midship with seating for 142 guests and music ranging from Latin to classical, drinks on offer range from chilled liquor based coffees such as Espresso Martini, American Style Coffee, Cappuccino and Hot Chocolate.
- The Purple Bar & Ruby Bar:
The Ships cocktail bars are the ideal location for guests to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail with live musical entertainment.
They are located on deck 6 with seating for up to 45 guests in each bar.
- Cuba Lounge Cigar Room:
The ship's smoking room and whiskey bar is situated on deck 7 and seats 32 guests.
The Cigar Lounge offers elegant surroundings with leather settees and armchairs for guests to relax on and enjoy a cigar accompanied by a drink selected from the range of fine spirits on offer.
- Library:
The ship's small library and reading room are located on deck 7, with seats for 15 guests. It has a small selection of books in a variety of languages for guests to borrow. It also contains a number of board games for guests' use.
- Art Gallery:
The Art Gallery can be found on deck 7 of the ship. Guests can view a range of artwork from fine prints, lithographs, water colours and oils which can be purchased during the ship's champagne art auctions.
- Cyber café:
The Cyber Cafe located on deck 7.
- Card Room:
The ship's card room is located on deck 7.
- Tiger Bar:
The Tiger Bar is the ship's second show lounge served by its own bar and dance floor.
It is situated on deck 6 with seating for 477 guests.
Entertainment and activities range from bingo, seminars, Italian lessons and salsa dance classes to audience participation game shows, karaoke and international dance music.
- L'Ametista Lounge:
L'Ametista Lounge is located on deck 7 of the Magnifica and has its own bar and dance floor along with seating for 330 guests.
It is a large cabaret style lounge with live shows and bands for guests' entertainment.
- 4D Cinema:
Visit our on-board 4D Cinema* for a chance to enter a world of adventure without having to leave the comfort of your seat. Enjoy a unique cinematic experience, full of surprising features and visual effects.
- Bowling Lanes:
Ten pin bowling is available in T32 aft of deck 14.
The bowling alley is designed for maximum entertainment and impact, including a traditional-looking bowling surface made of a tough phenol compound which allows guests to enjoy a game without changing shoes. The alleys are scaled down to work within the area and the bowls themselves are smaller than usual, making them more manageable for youngsters.
The alley also incorporates two large LCD electronic screens featuring interactive videogame animations with a choice of Ten Pin Tour and Turkey Shoot.
- Billiard Room & Library:
For a bit of quiet time on board your ship, check out the Billiard Room & Library to play a civilised game or read in peace amid a haven of tranquility and calm. With the clicking of the balls and low-key conversations as the only sounds you’ll hear, it’s the ideal place to unwind.
- Il Bar del Sole:
Il Bar del Sole can be found on deck 16.
- Arcade:
While away a few enjoyable hours of game play at the Arcade on board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against those of your friends in any number of typical arcade options, including video games, pinball and more. Great fun guaranteed.
- Photos:
PHOTO SHOP
Smile! Our professional team of photographers constantly roam the ship, capturing wonderful memories every day. Be sure to stroll through the Photo Gallery daily, so you don’t miss one of their great shots of you and your loved ones enjoying your cruise.
PHOTO GALLERY
Don’t forget to explore the All-Inclusive Digital Photo Package, which includes digital files of all the photos taken by our professional photographers on board. Digital photos are available for download only during your cruise. Keep in mind, once you disembark, downloading your photos won't be possible.
TIMELESS STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY
A dedicated Studio Photographer will provide you with a unique photo opportunity to capture the special moments of your cruise. During a private consultation you will be presented with the best locations around the ship so you can choose where your photoshoot will take place. Every photo will be taken with top of the line equipment by our highly-skilled, studio photographer using creative lighting techniques. Pictures are printed on premium photo paper. After your session choose from our different packages and take home lasting memories. Timeless Studio photos are only available to purchase onboard during your cruise. They can not be download online or purchase after your cruise ends.
PHOTO GALLERY
The ship's Photo Gallery on deck 7, displays photos and videos of guests taken by the ship's official photographers which guests can purchase if they wish to. Guests can also have portraits taken with a selection of backdrops or locations throughout the ship.
- Shops:
MSC LOGO SHOP
Infuse your cruise with gifts that spark magical memories of your voyage across the waves! Navigate the MSC Logo Shop for everything from gadgets to books and novelty gifts! You’ll also find MSC’s very own DOREMI Mascot right here in the MSC Shop.
JEWELLERY
A wonderland of all that sparkles; showcasing designs in gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones and watches.
You’ll love the wide choice of jewellery, perfect as a special gift or to treat yourself, and at prices that will put an extra sparkle in your eye.
DUTY FREE
Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*.
You can choose between top-flight international tobacco products, technology products, fine wines, chocolate, make up and travel essentials.
Our expert staff can provide you with all the help you need to make the perfect choice.
* We always give you the lowest tax and duty-free prices applicable in accordance with local legislation
FASHION BOUTIQUE
Browse the latest collections for men, women and children, plus an array of accessories for all tastes. Enjoy the expert guidance of our staff, here to help you find something for the special people in your life, whatever their age and taste!
ACCESSORIES
Top Italian brands such as Armani, Coccinelle, Furla and Fusaro feature alongside international names like Radley London, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren.
Here you are sure to find serious sartorial inspiration for bags and accessories!
- Reception:
The Reception can be found on Deck 5
- MSC Events:
MSC Factor
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a star in our on-board talent competition, The MSC Factor? Then come and showcase what you can do in the most exciting talent show at sea. Whatever your specific talent may be, don’t be shy – come and show the world what it’s been missing.
Beer Festival
Fun-packed festive celebrations with a Bavarian flair - decorations, costumes, games, music and of course beer. There’s even a Master of Beer competition and a 6-metre-tall inflatable beer mug.
Sailaway Party
A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and Dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade.
Masterchef
The world's best-loved food show awaits you on the MSC Cruises fleet! Experience the adrenaline-fuelled creativity of an extraordinary on-board cooking competition for adults and junior guests.
Theme Parties
We organise various daytime and evening Theme Parties on board. You may wish to bring bright fun clothes for the Sunshine Party and something white for the White Party.
- MSC Aurea Spa:
MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites. Being pampered by a traditional Balinese Massage is a truly unique experience. Thanks to a blend of scented essences and aromatic oils, your body is enveloped in an endlessly peaceful and relaxing aura.
Thermal Area
Start your wellness journey in our on board thermal area and achieve a lasting feeling of absolute well-being that will stay with you well beyond your cruise. Our thermal experiences are designed to slowly raise your body temperature while you relax, taking full advantage of the holistic and therapeutic benefits of water and heat.
Medi Spa Center
Relaxing on one of our ships will do wonders for you, but we also have a few secrets on board to help you look and feel even better. Make the most of our range of safe and effective Anti-Ageing treatments and return from your cruise visibly rejuvenated.
Please note:
In order to grant the best experience to our guests, all Thermal Area experiences are available by appointment only.
Pregnant guests are not permitted to use any heat treatments within the Thermal Area.
The image is representative only; the size layout and furniture may vary.
- Swimming Pools:
If a bit of poolside therapy sounds like your idea of heaven, look no further than one of our numerous swimming pools to get your fill of sun and relaxation, while our pool attendants can cater to your every need.
- Beauty and Hair Salon:
You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialised staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of your cruise. Customise your cruise with the best treatments for your body. Unwind and feel fantastic!
Hair Salon
Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalised shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single-process colour treatment. Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening on board.
Barber Shop
Inside the MSC Aurea Spa there’s a dedicated Barber Shop to keep you looking at your best during your time on board! Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening.
The image is representative only; the size layout and furniture may vary.
- Gym by TechnoGym®: Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the on-board Gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitness regime seriously. Hone your physique with a full set of TechnoGym® apparatus every day of your cruise to look better than ever before.
- Sport & Fitness:
Basketball
Come to the outdoor basketball court at the Sport Centre for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout at the same time. You may not make the latest line-up of the Harlem Globetrotters, but you’re sure to have a great time.
Five-a-side Football
Fancy a game of footy? Your wish can be granted at the outdoor five-a-side football pitch at the Sport Center. Team up with some friends or family and play a match against another on-board team. A great way to have fun, get active and turn strangers into friends.
Volleyball
Fast-paced, energetic and a ton of fun to play, volleyball is one of the world’s most popular team sports and one you can enjoy at the outdoor volleyball court at the on-board Sport Centre. Burn some calories and get a thorough cardio-vascular workout while you land a kill and beat the opposing team.
Tennis Court
Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor or indoor tennis court of our on-board Sport Centre. Tennis is ideal for getting some healthy activity, honing your hand-to-eye coordination and having loads of fun. Game, set and match to you.
Power Walking Track
Enjoying time off on your cruise doesn’t need to mean letting your fitness routine slide, so gear up and rendezvous with the power walking and jogging track on deck to get your daily exercise fix while also savouring outstanding ocean views.
Minigolf
You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around our entertaining open-air mini-golf course on board the ship. Get together with your friends and family to see who has what it takes to be crowned the mini-golf King or Queen.
Shuffleboard
Shuffleboard is located on Deck 13.
Sports Tournaments
- Tennis Tournament - if you've got a killer backhand then why not enter our onboard tennis tournament? It might not be Wimbledon but it'll serve up a great workout and possibly a taste of glory, too
- Soccer Tournament - can you kick it? Yes you can! Sign up for the onboard soccer tournament and show off your skills. Your team needs you, so get involved.
- Volleyball Tournament - unleash your competitive side in our very own onboard volleyball tournament. Quick reactions and impressive reach could lead you and your team to glory!
- Basketball Tournament - ready to shoot some hoops? Then enter our onboard basketball tournament. Get involved and prepare for glory!
- Ping Pong Tournament - pick up a paddle and prepare for battle! The ping pong tournament is on and you're invited. Ready for the challenge? See you there!
- Table Soccer Tournament - if you're a fan of football in the miniaturized form known as foosball why not enter today's tournament? Just remember the golden rule - no spinning!
- Deck 16 - Sport:
- Top 16 Exclusive Solarium
- Sport Arena
- Il Bar del Sole
- Deck 15 - Capri:
- Shuffleboard
- Sliding Roof
- Premium Suite Aurea
- Deluxe Balcony Stateroom (Accessible)
- Lift
- Shuffleboard
- Deck 14 - Positano:
- Junior Club
- T32 Disco
- Bowling
- 4D Cinema
- Video Arcade
- Teen Club
- Shuffleboard
- Children Indoor Playroom
- Children Outdoor Pool & Games
- Power Walking Track
- Premium Suite Aurea
- Deluxe Balcony
- Lift
- Deck 13 - Porto Cervo:
- MSC Aurea Spa
- Lifts
- La Conchiglia Bar
- Le Grand Bleu Pool Area
- Whirlpool Baths
- La Barchetta Bar
- La Grotta Azzura Pool Area
- Sahara Buffet
- Deck 12 - Portovenere:
- Premium Suite Balcony with Ocean View
- Deluxe Balcony Stateroom
- Deluxe Balcony Stateroom with Partial View
- Junior Balcony
- Deluxe Ocean View
- Junior Interior
- Lift
- Deck 11 - Ischia:
- Junior Interior
- Deluxe Balcony Stateroom
- Premium Balcony with Ocean View
- Deluxe Suite Aurea
- Balcony Aurea
- Lift
- Deck 10 - Riccione:
- Junior Balcony
- Deluxe Balcony
- Deluxe Suite Aurea
- Junior Interior
- Balcony Aurea
- Lift
- Deck 9 - Panarea:
- Deluxe Suite Aurea
- Junior Interior
- Junior Balcony Stateroom
- Premium Balcony with Ocean View
- Deluxe Balcony Stateroom
- Lift
- Deck 8 - Camogli:
- Premium Balcony with Ocean View
- Deluxe Balcony
- Deluxe Ocean View
- Deluxe Ocean View with Obstructed View
- Junior Interior
- Lift
- Deck 7 - Amalfi:
- Royal Theatre
- Lifts
- Altantic City Casino
- Card Room
- Library
- Oriental Plaza
- Art Gallery
- Cyber Cafe
- Cuba Lounge Cigar Room
- Photo Gallery
- Photo Shop
- L'Olimpiade Sporting Bar
- L'Ametista Lounge
- Deck 6 - Portofino:
- Royal Theatre
- Poker Room
- Tiger Bar
- Magnifica Meeting Room
- L'Angolo dell'Ogetto
- Topazio Bar
- The Mini Mall
- MSC Logo Shop
- Accessories Shop
- Le Parfum
- Bond Street Boutique
- Purple Bar
- MSC Travel Agency
- II Rubino Jewelry
- Ruby Bar
- Quattro Venti Restaurant
- Lifts
- Deck 5 - Sorrento:
- Medical Center
- Junior Interior
- Deluxe Ocean View Stateroom
- Reception/Guest Services
- Le Gocce Bar
- Lift
- L'Edera Restaurant
- Accessibility & Medical:
ACCESSIBILITY
Please review the details below regarding different accessibility needs. This will help you to determine whether the accommodation we are able to provide is right for you and your party to travel safely and comfortably. Any accessibility or medical request can be flagged by completing the Accessibility&Medical Request Form available HERE and at all accredited travel agencies. This information should be provided at time of booking but no later than 30 days prior to sailing
- If you are pregnant, the information should be provided at least 2 weeks before sailing date
- For service dogs this is required at least 60 days before the sailing date.
- Note that due to the complexity of the Worldcruise itinerary, early deadlines apply.
This allows us time to provide the best possible service for our guests, which is determined by the facilities and resources on board each ship. If we do not receive timely notification, MSC Cruises cannot guarantee the requested accommodation. However, we will always strive to ensure every guest receives the accommodation they need to enjoy their time onboard. Due to the limited availability of accessible accommodation, guests are recommended to notify us as soon as possible as they will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
if you booked through our website, the documentation should be sent to the following email address: specialservicesuk@msccruises.co.uk. However, If you booked your cruise through a travel agency, the documentation should be sent directly to your travel agent.
REDUCED MOBILITY
For guests who primarily use a wheelchair or mobility scooter, we highly recommend reserving a cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility. These cabins are specifically designed with enhanced accessible features, including handrails for support, ramps for easy balcony access, lower shelves for convenient storage, spacious wet-room-style bathrooms, and wider entrance doors for smoother navigation. These thoughtful features are incorporated to cater to the unique needs of individuals with reduced mobility, promoting a more comfortable and independent experience.
While standard cabins may be suitable for guests with minor mobility impairments or those who do not require a wheelchair to move around the cabin, they are not suitable for guests who rely on a wheelchair as their primary means of mobility. Since availability of reduced mobility cabin is limited, and requests will be accommodated in a first come, first served basis, it is important to request it as soon as possible and consider also the possibility of considering eventually a different sailing date. If you choose to book a standard cabin, you are acknowledging that you can stand for brief moments and take a step without a mobility device and can access the bathroom area without additional supports (a shower stool can be requested, if needed). If you use a wheelchair or scooter, it’s essential to verify that your wheelchair meets our size restrictions.
The wheelchair should not exceed 50cm (20 inches) in width, have a weight limit of 45kgs (99 pounds), and, when folded, should not exceed 50cm (20 inches). These limitations are in place to ensure safe manoeuvrability and storage within the cabin space. For safety and convenience, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and other assistive mobility devices must be stored inside your cabin when not in use. They cannot be stored in the hallways. Please take this into consideration when booking a regular cabin.
This policy aligns with International Safety Regulations and helps maintain clear and safe passageways throughout the ship.
Given the strict International Safety Regulations governing cruise ships and the limited capacity for carrying assistive mobility devices, it is imperative that you declare any wheelchairs or scooters you intend to bring onboard at the time of booking or as soon as you become aware of the need to bring them. This advance notice enables us to assess space availability and make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your device. Failure to provide this information at the time of booking may, regrettably, result in your device being denied boarding, a situation we are committed to helping you avoid.
To further support guests with reduced mobility, MSC Cruises offers a range of services:
Mobility Aids: Guests are welcome to bring manual or electric wheelchairs or scooters, as well as other mobility aids such as canes, rollators, walkers, and crutches, which need to be stored inside the cabin. Please be reminded to communicate it during your cruise reservation through the Accessibility&Medical Request Form. If you plan to bring an electric wheelchair or scooter, please specify the type of battery it uses (gel, dry, or lithium). For safety reasons, wet batteries are not permitted on board MSC ships.
Please confirm the dimensions of the specific vessel on which you will be sailing to ensure your mobility device comfortably navigates through the cabin door.
Wheelchairs are available on board our ships, for the use of guests during embarkation and disembarkation only, or in case of emergency. Guests that require constant use of a wheelchair or any other form of support must bring their own equipment with them. It is the responsibility of the guest to check with the relevant producers/suppliers that this equipment is safe to take onboard and use on a cruise ship, and to organise both its delivery to the departure terminal in good time for embarkation, and its collection at the end of the cruise.
- Cabin Amenities: Upon request, we can provide a shower stool in standard cabins to enhance comfort and safety.
- Shore Excursions: MSC Cruises offers "Easy & Accessible" tours specifically designed for guests with reduced mobility. We recommend inquiring about the availability of these tours at the time of booking, as they may vary depending on the destination.
- Embarkation and Disembarkation Assistance: Please be informed that outside the cruise terminal assistance is not guaranteed. However, assistance is available from the ship to the pier and vice versa at ports of call, but once ashore MSC will no longer be able to provide assistance, and guests will need to be able to enjoy their visit autonomously.
- Airport and Flight Assistance: If you have booked your flights through MSC Cruises, you are requested to notify us at the time of the booking about any accessibility needs.
- Accessible transfers: Should you need to purchase a transfer from the airport to the cruise terminal and vice versa, please ensure you request an accessible transfer via your travel agents or our MSC Cruises Contact Centre.
Tender Service: In some ports, due to operational needs, the ship is anchored, therefore guests will disembark from the ship using a complementary tender service that runs from ship to shore for the entire duration of the ship’s stay in port.
If the cruise itinerary includes ports where tender boats are used for shore access, please be aware that guests must be sufficiently fit and mobile to embark and disembark from the tender without assistance. This means that guests must take into consideration the use of steps, the possibility of gaps, height difference between the platform and the tender, the potential sudden movement of the tender, the dimensions and weight of the mobility device. Please be informed that crew members are not permitted to carry wheelchairs or mobility scooters into the tender. In case of any doubt about the itinerary, please feel free to reach out to our MSC Contact Center.
To inform us of your reduced mobility need, please fill in the form at the following link
Accessibility & Medical Request Form
VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
Guests with visual impairments will find braille signs available at the entrance of the cabin door and safety instructions available in braille (on top of an English audible version). Moreover, majority of the onboard elevators' signs are in braille with the addition of the audio call signal on ships of last generation.
For guests with partial visual impairment, the digital daily programs and menus can be available in large print versions, upon request.
Service dogs are welcomed onboard our ships. Please refer to the dedicated session in chapter 1.8.
While our onboard staff is committed to providing excellent service, it's important to note that they are not specifically trained to provide daily care or assistance with personal tasks such as eating, dressing, or personal hygiene, nor can offer a 24/7 guiding service. Upon embarkation day, an orientation tour of the ship can be offered upon request together with a meeting with our staff to provide a general overview of the ship’s program and entertainment activities.
The more information is provided, the more we will be able to provide accommodation for your needs. For example, knowing the degree of visual impairment and the level of autonomy will help us to understand the level of assistance you may require and allow us to provide appropriate support.
To inform us of your visual impairment, please fill in the form at the following link
Accessibility&Medical Request Form
HEARING & SPEECH IMPAIRMENTS
In accordance with International Safety Regulations (SOLAS), guests with hearing disabilities will automatically have a TDD/TTY System kit installed in their cabin. This kit typically includes light and vibrating devices installed under the mattress of the bed, a text phone to communicate with Reception-Guest Service, and an analog alarm clock to ensure you can receive important alerts and communicate effectively. As these kits are available in limited numbers on each ship, they will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.
For minor hearing impairments, a sound amplifier is available at the main Reception-Guest Service to increase the quality of communication with our staff.
Guests can also join a cruise with a sign language interpreter to further enhance communication access. A meeting with the onboard staff on embarkation day can be requested to have a general overview of the program of the ship and entertainments activities.
To inform us of your request for your visual impairment, please fill in the form at the following link Accessibility&Medical Request Form
RESPIRATORY NEEDS
CPAP / BIPAP - If you use a CPAP or BIPAP machine, kindly ensure that your device is compatible with the ship's power supply, which is 120V/60Hz or 240V/60Hz. Outlets in guest cabins accommodate both U.S.-style and Northern European-style plugs. We recommend carrying your electrical devices onboard as hand luggage to prevent any damage during transit. Complimentary distilled water and extension cords are available onboard; however, a charge will apply if the extension cord is not returned. For safety reasons, guests are not permitted to bring their own extension cords onboard. If you require any extension cords, please request them at the time of booking.
Oxygen - Please be aware that the onboard medical centre has a limited oxygen supply, primarily intended for use by patients within the medical facility. Therefore, if you require long-term oxygen therapy, it is your responsibility to make arrangements for your regular oxygen needs while onboard.
If you require oxygen, please note the following:
Oxygen Concentrators: Like any other electrical device, oxygen concentrators must be compatible with the onboard power supply. Battery backup is recommended, and concentrators should be carried as hand luggage.
Compressed Gas Cylinders: Arrangements for oxygen cylinder supply must be made through a vendor. The maximum permitted size is E or M-24 size (680 L at 2,200 psi). For safety reasons, only one cylinder is allowed in the cabin at any time, although additional secure storage may be available upon request. Secure cylinder storage is limited and should be requested well in advance of your sailing date. You are responsible for ensuring that your supply has been delivered and safely stowed before sailing. Please be aware that oxygen cylinders may be restricted on flights, so it is your responsibility to consult with the airline prior to travel.
Liquid Gas Reservoir: Liquid oxygen reservoirs with a maximum weight of 55kg may be permitted if suitable safe storage is available onboard. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the Safety Department. Requests should be made at the time of booking or as soon as possible. You are responsible for filling portable cylinders, as the ship's crew is not trained to do this.
Mechanical ventilation
For guests who require mechanical ventilation, it is essential to provide detailed information at the time of booking or at least 30 days before sailing. This information should include details about the ventilator type, spare battery capacity, and the caregivers who are able to operate the equipment. We do not recommend traveling on remote itineraries, including ocean crossings, specific regions such as Antarctica or Africa, itineraries with multiple consecutive sea days, or in remote locations where resources are limited in case of device failure.
To inform us of your respiratory need, please fill in the form at the following link Accessibility&Medical Request Form
COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT
To better anticipate the needs of our guests with cognitive, behavioural or mental health conditions, we recommend consulting with your doctor before your cruise and consider traveling with a companion for support in case of need as our staff cannot provide daily personal assistance.
- Our medical team handles emergencies, not daily care. Depending on local regulations, you might need a fitness-to-travel certificate.
- Be aware that the cruise environment has noise, crowds, and bright lights. Please take this into consideration together with the size of the ship in terms of guest capacity when choosing your cruise.
Please be also advised that children with autism are welcome in our Mini Club provided they are toilet-trained and independent, as our youth staff who are fully trained in autism cannot assist with personal care.
- Medical Facilities:
All MSC cruise ships have a well-equipped Medical Centre, supervised by a ship’s doctor and other medical personnel. The Medical Centre is open at the times advertised in the ship’s Daily Programme. Emergency services are available round the clock by calling the Medical Emergency number. Excluding emergencies, medical services carry a fee and prices are available on board. Guests who incur medical expenses during their cruise can ask their insurance company for reimbursement once ashore.
Dialysis
Guests undergoing peritoneal dialysis treatment can travel as normal, bringing with them all medicines and equipment that may be required during the cruise. The relevant medical treatment is available through the on-board medical facilities.
Equipment and machinery for haemodialysis treatment will only be carried on board by specialized independent companies on certain routes. For further information on this service, please contact your travel agent.
Pregnancy
MSC Cruises SA does not permit guests who be more than 23 weeks pregnant at any time during the cruise to sail onboard. This is for maternal and fetal safety, as specialist obstetric and neonatal care is not available on board.
Pregnant guests who will be 23 or less than 23 weeks gestation at any time during the cruise will need to submit a letter from their obstetrician/gynecologist confirming the following:
- Ultrasound confirmed expected date of delivery (EDD)
- That the pregnancy is low risk
- That the guest is fit to sail on board a ship with no immediate access to specialist obstetric or neonatal care
Letters should be sent by email to Special Needs at the moment of the booking and at least 2 weeks before sailing date. A copy must be presented at check-in on the day of embarkation.
- Special Dietary Requirements :
Guests with food intolerances and/or allergies are asked to inform MSC Cruises of their requirements through the Special Needs Form, and, once on board, to confirm their needs at the Reception – Guest Service and/or with the Maître d’Hôtel. If informed in advance, on-board staff will be happy to assist guests in choosing dishes that do not contain foods or ingredients that could cause an allergic reaction.
MSC Cruises has obtained a certification from Bureau Veritas to provide gluten-free menus worldwide (food code: < 20 ppm*) in the main restaurants of MSC Seaside, MSC Seaview, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Divina, MSC Splendida, MSC Fantasia, MSC Magnifica, MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra and MSC Musica. All gluten-free recipes are prepared by skilled personnel in dedicated kitchens on board, using products stored in special areas in accordance with the "Cruises Project" of the Associazione Italiana Celiachia (Italian Coeliac Association) with which MSC works closely for the above ships, cruising in the Mediterranean and in Northern Europe. On MSC Armonia, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Opera and MSC Lirica guests can find only pre-packaged gluten-free snacks such as, biscuits, croissants, sponge cakes and muffins.
Once MSC Grandiosa and MSC Bellissima are launched, we will complete the certification process with Bureau Veritas that will allow us to offer gluten-free menus on these ships as well. The process is expected to be completed within 1 month after the launch of the ships, so please check availability of gluten-free menus at time of booking.
For any other requirements not expressly mentioned in this section, please get in touch with your travel agent.
*MSC gluten free menus are suitable for gluten intolerance, but not in case of gluten allergy.
- Smoking Policy:
For the safety, comfort and well-being of our guests, our ships are designated as non-smoking, except for certain designated smoking areas. Any and all forms of smoking are strictly prohibited at any time in staterooms, on stateroom balconies and anywhere else on board not specifically designated as a smoking area. Marijuana possession or use, including medical marijuana, is strictly prohibited on board, on shore excursions and at private destinations. Violation of non-smoking rules will result in a €/US$250 deep cleaning fee in addition to the consequences described below. We also remind guests that throwing cigarette butts or anything else overboard at sea is strictly prohibited by international maritime laws and can create a fire hazard. Guests must be at least 18 years of age to purchase, possess or use tobacco on board.
- Wi-Fi:
When at sea, it is not possible to access the internet using a high-speed broadband connection as you would on land. Instead, internet connectivity on board is provided by links between the ship and communications satellites in orbit far above the Earth.
Satellite Internet Access is available in all public areas of the ship and in most cabins, including all MSC Yacht Club suites. All you need is one of our Satellite Internet Access packages and a mobile internet device (smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc.).
With the Browse & Stream package it is possible to use video calls, stream music and videos. Those cannot be used with the Browse package.
Congestion can make internet access slower, just as it would on land.
It is therefore best to avoid these periods if possible.
Packages are available either per day or for the duration of your cruise. The "per cruise" rate is based on the length of the cruise. To see prices for a specific cruise, go to the "Wifi" section of the website or consult the ship's network while on board.
You will be able to upgrade your package on board through the MSC Captive Portal (the website used to activate the pre-paid package). You can upgrade to a Browse package with additional devices or to the Browse & Stream package. You will only pay the difference between the full costs packages (to preserve the 20% discount advantage).
Providing internet access on board via the ship's satellite connectivity involves significant investment in cutting-edge technology. The fees charged to those using the Satellite Internet Access service help cover the considerable costs of providing the service.
On ships offering a premium service called Satellite Internet Plus, the rate is higher. Ships with this service include MSC Seaside, MSC Seaview, and MSC Splendida. Guests will experience faster speed and a better connection on these ships.
When a user is logged on, updates and apps running in the background can increase traffic even when he/she is not actively using the internet. In order to reduce congestion and speed up internet access for active users, the system will automatically disconnect each user after XX minutes.
To avoid being disconnected, you can return to this page before the XX minutes have elapsed and RESET the countdown.
If you are automatically logged out by the system, you can reactivate your connection by simply clicking START.
- Service Animals:
Suitably trained and certified guide dogs are allowed on board all ships, assuming that they are in a good state of health and possess all necessary documents for entering the foreign countries visited during the cruise.
The guest will be informed in advance about the accommodation made for the animal, the facilities available (if required) and the embarking and disembarking procedure.
The guest is personally responsible (with the aid of the carer if applicable) for the custody, feeding and general care of the animal during the whole stay on board.
- Onboard Language:
The company uses six main languages for its communications: English, Italian, German, French, Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese. The order in which these languages appear is determined exclusively by the number of guests in each language group as a proportion of our total guests. The cabin information booklet and other printed material used on board are available in different versions for each of the six languages listed above. The order of the languages used in our menus changes depending on the area of the world in which each ship is located.
- Charting a Sustainable Future:
For us sustainability means protecting the environment, supporting the people who work with us and choose to travel with us, as well as the communities and places that we visit and do business with.
Our sustainability programme is organised around four key pillars: Planet, People, Place and Procurement. This translates into a drive to continuously improve our fleet’s environmental performance; caring for all employees and promoting diversity and inclusion; working to ensure that our impact on the coastal communities that we reach remains positive; and responsibly sourcing the products and services that we purchase.
Sustainability it also means putting the safety of our crew and guests at the center of everything. In 2020, due to the extraordinary circumstances caused by the Covid-19 pandemic we had to halt all our operations and repatriate thousands of guests and crew home in a matter of days. Furthermore we had to secure our business, adapt our operations and prepare for a safe return of guests thanks to an industry-leading Health & Safety protocol.
- Laundry Services:
Everyone loves the feel of freshly-laundered clothes and the convenience of a same-day laundry service. Extend the relaxation after a wonderful long holiday by returning home with your shirts and trousers washed, dried and ready to put away. That's why we offer several Laundry Service Packages to choose from.
Enjoy hassle-free laundry services - For a modest single charge, you and every traveller in your cabin can use the service whenever you like for up to 40 items per cabin per cruise. Your items will be collected before 12:00pm and returned within 48 hours. Laundry service is not available the last day of the cruise.
- Dress Code:
We want to make sure you are always prepared when cruising with MSC. Below are some suggestions to make sure you pack appropriate clothing for the various activities you will undertake during your cruise.
Daytime Attire
Casual wear is recommended for daytime attire. Shorts and T-shirts are permitted.
Evening Wear
A more polished look is recommended for evening wear when dining in the main dining rooms, speciality restaurants and while enjoying the entertainment in the theatre, bars, and lounges. Collared shirts, tailored trousers or shorts, skirts, and dresses are suggested. It is advisable to layer clothing and bring a light jacket or jumper for cooler nights and the ship’s air-conditioned public areas.
Gala Night
On Gala Night, dress to impress! Whether that means a tuxedo, suit and tie, an evening gown or cocktail dress, or perhaps it’s your very best jeans and polo shirt, your attire should fit your own level of elegance. The only thing required is your smile.
Theme parties
We organise various daytime and evening theme parties on board. You may wish to bring bright, fun clothes for the Sunshine Party and something white for the White Party.
Sports lovers
For sports lovers, gym shoes and tracksuits are must-haves when using our cutting-edge gym and attending yoga and dance courses, where available.
Northern Europe cruises
For cruises sailing towards the Svalbard Islands and Polar areas, please ensure you have adequate polar clothing.
Shore Excursions
For shore excursions, which may include visits to religious sites, we advise that appropriate clothing should be worn (covered knees and shoulders).
Dress Restrictions
Specific restrictions may be enforced by onboard staff members, including restaurant hostesses and management. At no point is swimwear allowed in any formal dining venue for any meal, including breakfast and lunch. Shorts, flip-flops, and tank tops are not allowed for evening wear or Gala Night in the main dining rooms, speciality restaurants, or MSC Yacht Club. T-shirts are not allowed to be worn on Gala Night. Dress code rules that are posted outside the buffet should be followed.
- Minor Policy:
The Minors Policy protects the safety and well-being of all passengers on board. ‘Minor’ refers to any person under the age of 18 (on cruises that do not include a port in the USA) or 21 (on voyages that do include a port in the USA). We have recently updated our Minors Policy, effective May 15th, 2025.
Infants under Two years old
Starting from 15 May 2025, infants under 2 years old are admitted on board, except on cruises starting from 11 nights onwards, for which it is required that the minor is at least 2 years old at the moment of embarkation.
What if I have booked two seven-night cruises? Does the age requirement for infants under two apply? The age requirement does not apply in case the 11 nights (or longer) cruise is the combination of two or more cruises, where the ship returns to its Home Port during the cruise
Children under 18 - 21 YEARS OLD
Are guests under 18 permitted to travel without adult supervision? MSC Cruises does not permit minors to occupy a cabin without the presence of at least one adult. For sailings within the US, guests aged 18-20 can be accommodated in a cabin alone, provided they are traveling with a guest aged 21 or older.
Who is considered an adult? To be considered an adult, passengers must be 18 or 21 years old at the time of embarkation, depending on the itinerary.
Is there an exception? Yes, an exception applies for minors under 18 traveling with one parent or legal guardian, provided the following conditions are met:
- The parent/legal guardian must specifically request at the time of booking that the minors be assigned a cabin without an adult and sign a liability waiver, which must be submitted to the Contact Centre.
- The parent/guardian is traveling with 2 to 5 minors.
- The cabin is occupied by either one minor aged 12 or older, or two minors, with the eldest at least 12 and the youngest at least 8.
- No more than two minors may occupy a cabin without an adult.
For MSC Lirica, Musica, and Fantasia class ships:
Parent/guardian and minors must stay in connecting cabins, and the balcony of the minors' cabin will be locked.
For all other MSC ships:
- The parent or legal guardian and the minor(s) shall be accommodated in connecting cabins with the minor cabin’s balcony being locked or in interior adjacent cabins**.
- The parent or legal guardian shall be required to purchase a bracelet to have access to the cabin occupied by the minor(s) at any time during the cruise.
Can guests under 21 travel alone in the US? Travellers of all nationalities must be at least 21 to travel alone on cruises embarking in the US or travelling to the US. They must have turned 21 by the time they enter a U.S. port. Guests aged under 21 must travel accompanied by their parents or a legal guardian. Otherwise, a signed authorisation letter from the absent parent must be provided when booking, along with the name of a chaperon or a designated individual in charge of the minor
Can guests aged 18-20 stay in a cabin alone? Yes, guests aged 18-20 may stay in a cabin alone if they are traveling with someone aged 21 or older, without any additional requirements.
Will I be advised regarding their their bookings not compliant with the policy? Yes, MSC Cruises will contact guests with confirmed bookings. Guests be offered the following options:
- Free Cruise Move to sailings with ports outside the US.
- Free Cruise Move to another (later) available date (on available sailings at the time of the Cruise Move) if, for this new sailing, the guests will be 21.
- Or our Standard Cancellation Policy will apply.
What happens if a new booking does not comply with the policy for US guests under 21? The guest will be offered a Free Cruise Move with new pricing or the booking will be cancelled according to the standard cancellation policy.
Spa and Gym Minors Policy
What are the guidelines and age restrictions for minors seeking treatments and services at the spa and gym on board? This procedure outlines the guidelines for minors who are wanting to participate in treatments or services offered in the SPA on board.
13 - 17 years are permitted to receive:
- Swedish Massage
- Body Scrubs
- Hands-On Facials
- Lash & Brow Services
- Waxing Services (excluding intimate waxing)
- Hair Services except Colour
- Barbering Services
- Nail Services
12 years and under are permitted to receive:
- Hair Services except Colour
- Nail Services
GYM, GYM Sauna, Fitness Classes and Personal Training Sessions
- From ages 13 years to 15 years, a parent or guardian must complete a GYM waiver and they must accompany the minor when using the GYM/GYM Sauna.
- From ages 16 years to 17 years, a parent or guardian must complete a gym waiver only.
- 12 years and under are not permitted to use the GYM, GYM Sauna, Fitness Classes or Personal Training Sessions.
- 13 - 17 years are permitted to receive: Swedish Massage, Body Scrubs, Hands-On Facials, Lash & Brow Services, Waxing Services (excluding intimate waxing), Hair Services except Colour, Barbering Services, Nail Services.
- 12 years and under are permitted to receive: Hair Services except Colour, Nail Service.
Guidelines
- Minors (17 years and under) must have their parents' consent before receiving treatments. A parent or guardian must accompany the minor to the spa, complete the waiver and then sign the final receipt with no exceptions.
- Ensure all consultation forms are stored as per procedure.
- Minors (13-17 years) receiving massage treatments and body treatments are required to wear their bathing suits during treatments and an adult must be present in the same room.
- Minors 12 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian all times.
- Aromatherapy oils are not to be used on minors. Base oil only.
- Thermal Area usage is permitted to guests 18 years and above.
- Swedish Massage is the only massage that we can offer to minors.