MSC Cruises

You will have the chance to experience the Italian hospitality

The most modern fleet in the world*

No matter where you are from, with MSC Cruises you will have the chance to experience the Italian hospitality, our style, flavors and traditions while sailing across the world’s most beautiful seas.

The most modern fleet in the world
Refined style and welcome, in the best Italian tradition.

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MSC Distinctions South Africa: Reasons to cruise with MSC

1.THE MOST MODERN FLEET IN THE WORLD*

Refined style and welcome, in the best Italian tradition.
Elegant decor, contemporary design and noble materials, such as marble, Swarovski crystal, walnut burl wood, onyx...
10 ships in 2009, 11 ships in 2010 and more to come...
70% of external cabins have balconies on the Musica Class and 80% on the Fantasia Class.
*Fleets of four ships or more

Fantasia Class	Musica Class	Lirica Class
MSC Preziosa	MSC Magnifica	MSC Opera
MSC Divina	MSC Poesia	MSC Lirica
MSC Splendida	MSC Orchestra	MSC Sinfonia
MSC Fantasia	MSC Musica	MSC Armonia

2.APPEALING DESTINATIONS TO DISCOVER

Appealing destinations to discover
The Mediterranean all year round with the Canary and Balearic Islands, Morocco, Spain, Italy, Turkey, the Greek Islands, Egypt, the Black Sea and Israel
Northern Europe with the Baltic Capitals, the Fjords, Cape North and Iceland
Namibia, Senegal, South Africa, Mozambique and the Indian Ocean with the Comoros, Mauritius, Reunion, Madagascar
The Caribbean, USA and Canada
South America with Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay

3.RIGHT FROM YOUR DOORSTEP

MSC Web check-In: online check-in for a quick and comfortable embarkation

4.MSC FOR FAMILIES

Presenting a whole world of discovery and excitement in a safe, self-contained environment, MSC Cruises' ships are the ideal place for kids to enjoy themselves in total security.
A family-run company with a family-friendly philosophy reflected in our ‘kids policy’. Kids will have bags of fun with our qualified entertainment staff on hand all day, every day to entertain children and teens aged 3 – 17, free of charge.

5.MSC YACHT CLUB ON MSC FANTASIA, MSC SPLENDIDA AND MSC DIVINA

A team of butlers available round-the-clock A dedicated concierge service available 24h a day. Spacious suites with every comfort, Nintendo WII consoles and flat screen televisions.
Reserved spaces with refined dishes and a selection of drinks served at will.
A panoramic lounge bar, a private pool, Spa baths, solarium and direct access to the Spa.
Exclusive services: free access to sauna and Turkish bath, daily newspaper distribution...

6.THE ART OF COOKING

Great emphasis on Italian cuisine, with regional specialities.
Numerous home-made products: bread, ice creams, pizza, etc.
Perfect traceability of all products thanks to its command over the complete food chain.
International cuisine to suit all tastes and exotic à la carte restaurants: Japanese, Tex-Mex, Chinese, etc.

7.FUN & ENTERTAINMENT

Theatre with Broadway shows, casino, disco, bands...
Internet point, library, F1 simulator, 4D cinema, Tax & Duty Free shopping...
Aquapark: pools (some of them covered), water slides.

8.LEISURE AND RELAXATION

Beauty and medical treatments: aesthetics, acupuncture, radiofrequency and much more.
Hair salon, Balinese and traditional manicure, pedicure...
Sports: tennis, basketball, squash, shuffleboard, jogging track.
Spa and fitness centres on all our ships: Balinese massages, sauna, Turkish baths,whirlpools, acupuncture, face and body anti-age treatments, aromatherapy, thalassotherapy, yoga, etc.

9.EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS FOR LOYAL GUESTS

MSC CLUB: an attractive customer loyalty programme with 4 cards levels!
Discounts up to 20% on cruises, as well as many advantages and discounts on Spa treatments, free laundry service, casino chips, discount on mini bar...

10. RESPECTING PEOPLE AND PLANET

MSC for UNICEF: Partnership between UNICEF and MSC Cruises to ensure the right of children and young people to a quality education.
Green Planet Award 2008-2009 for its commitment and achievement in environmental management and good practice.
6 Golden Pearls from the Bureau Veritas for its health and safety management and environmental protection (QHSE).
Venice Blue Flag for reducing emissions in the Venice lagoon.
CIAL award for the collection on board of aluminium and disposal ashore to recycling facilities.

MSC Cruises welcomes you on board

Travel, magic, escape, relaxation…the pleasure of cruising with the most modern and luxurious fleet in the world.We pride ourselves on Italian style, exceptional comfort, warm hospitality and strong environmental credentials. The journey is the destination.

Cabin & Suites

A perfect choice

At MSC Cruises we offer a wide range of cabins and suites to meet all your needs.
From peaceful and comfortable inside cabins to spacious suites with private balcony.
All offer stylish features and modern conveniences to make you feel at home while on holiday.

Elegant appointed suites

All suites offer additional space to relax and be yourself including a sitting area, a private balcony, together with Interactive TV, and mini bar.Each suite is warm and inviting, expertly designed and exquisitely appointed.

KIDS CRUISE FREE ON EVERY DEPARTURE

At MSC Cruises Kids 17 and younger sail FREE* on Every MSC Cruises sailing! From the pristine beauty of the Southern African coast to the awe-inspiring wonders of Europe, your children can enjoy it all con i nostri complimenti – with our compliments.

Complimentary Kids Clubs!

Four seperate Kids Clubs programs are available from 9 a.m.-11 p.m. for young guests, each tailored to a specific age group:

• Mini Club: 3 to 6 years old
• Junior Club: 7 to 11 years old
• Y-Team: 12 to 14 years old
• MSC Generation Teen Club: 15 to 17 years old

Cool Kids Zones!

Your children are sure to be delighted by our colorful and spacious play areas with lots of room to run, jump and have fun. On MSC Poesia, your children can enjoy our Stone Age dinosaur play area, while MSC Fantasiaoffers igloos and life-size polar bears in Il Polo Nord, (The North Pole) children’s play area that includes a swimming pool with a waterslide, the first on any MSC ship. All entertainment activities, both for younger guests and adults are conducted in all languages to cater to the needs of every guest.

Fun Kids Activities!

On board our ships you'll find a wide selection of family, kid and teen activities like basketball and soccer tournaments, table soccer, carnival parades, vollyball, crazy ping pong, karaoke, treasure hunts, dance competitions, miniture golf, tennis and more! Budding artists can channel their creativity with fun crafts. Future journalists and cartoonists will be proud to see their work published in the new kids newspaper.

Digital Fun For Kids!

In addition to sporting, arts and crafts and theater activities, MSC offers Microsoft Xbox Kinetic®, Nintendo Wii® and a wide variety of games from which to choose. The teen corner now includes a docking station for iPods®, iPhones®, iPads® and USB readers, and a social corner connected to Net TV and with Bluetooth® keyboards. For the ultimate virtual reality experience MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia feature the stunning 4D Cinema where cinema comes to life. A giant screen and special headphones for an audio/visual experience like never before.

Flavorful Foods Just For Kids!

The fun continues even with our children’s menus. Kids love our authentic Italian favorites like pasta and pizza, but we offer All-American favorites, too, such as hamburgers, hot dogs and delicious pastries and desserts. And, My Teen Card makes it convenient for kids 12-17 to make pre-paid purchases while onboard.

* Children 17 and under sail free when sailing as 3rd / 4th guests in the same stateroom as two full-fare paying guests based on Early Booking Rates and are still liable for mandatory service charges. Amenities vary by ship. Not all amenities available on every ship.

SPA & FITNESS

Relax and rejuvenate

Use your cruise to enhance your wellbeing, balance and beauty and visit the luxury MSC Aurea Spa.

Choose a variety of treatments from Balinese massage, sauna and whirlpool to help you relax and rejuvenate in beautiful, tranquil surroundings.

Stay in shape

The luxury of time means a cruise is ideal for maintaining fitness or getting back in shape.

Choose from a range of activities including jogging tracks to tennis, basketball, volleyball, gym and squash, not to mention the many pools onboard each liner.

Enjoy your day

A drink on the sundeck, a dip in the warm pool, a view of the ocean… what a way to cruise!

FUN & ENTERTAINMENT

Day and night fun

The bowling alley or the multi-screen sports bar?

Interactive play on cutting-edge Wii consoles or a night at the 4D cinema, family fun in the Aqua Park and evening entertainment, from theatre and cabaret to circus, music and dance each night.

*Please note that not all entertainment facilities are availble on all ships in our fleet. Please see specific details for each ship by visiting the "Our Ships" section of our website.

Breathtaking performances

Where originality meets talent; a dazzling circus extravaganza and a never-before-seen dancing on ice show. A breathtaking illusionist and a night of operatic arias.

Ease into our 1600-seater theatre for the old-time charm of a Broadway show.

*Please note that theatre seating capacities differ from ship to ship. To view specific details for each ship please visit the "Our Ships" section of the website.

Have fun all night

Enjoy a game of Roulette at the casino or try your hand at the popular ‘Trente et Quarante’.

Have fun with Poker, Black Jack and on slot machines, all in chic surroundings, or choose to dance ‘til dawn in our fashionable nightclubs.

Fine art

Onboard art auctions are a fun form of entertainment; from fine prints to lithographs, water colours and oils, our professional auctioneers welcome you with a glass of champagne for a fun afternoon of bidding and bargain hunting.

*Please note that Art Auctions are not available on all ships. Speak to your agent at the time of reservation to enquire about Art Auctions on your cruise.

State-of- the-art consoles and games

A truly modern company, MSC Cruises moves with the times. This ethos is reflected in our cutting-edge onboard entertainment.

A fun, young spirit permeates our onboard games and arcades such as the Formula 1 simulator, 4D cinemas and state-of-the-art sports consoles.