MSC Cruises

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MSC Magnifica

About MSC Cruises

The only European-owned cruise line with a big presence in North America, MSC offers a cosmopolitan experience with passengers from all over the world, visual entertainment that avoids language barriers and one of the most active nightlives in the industry.

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MSC Meraviglia
Pool deck aboard MSC Meraviglia (Photo: Aaron Saunders)

6 Night
Bermuda Cruise

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MSC Seaside
MSC Seaside (Photo: MSC Cruises)

7 Night
Caribbean Cruise

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MSC Seashore
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7 Night
Caribbean - Western Cruise

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MSC Magnifica
MSC Magnifica

4 Night
Bahamas Cruise

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7 Night
Caribbean - Western Cruise

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7 Night
Caribbean - Western Cruise

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10 Night
Caribbean - Eastern Cruise

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6 Night
Africa Cruise

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7 Night
Bahamas Cruise

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Bahamas Cruise

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7 Night
Canada / New England Cruise

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7 Night
Caribbean - Western Cruise

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7 Night
Caribbean Cruise

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5 Night
Africa Cruise

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5 Night
Far East Cruise

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MSC Cruises Tips, Activities, and Overview

Who goes on MSC cruise ships?

MSC Cruises is one of the most diverse cruise lines you can sail on with a multicultural mix of Italians, Brits, Spanish, Germans and French in the Mediterranean, with more North Americans in the Caribbean (but still lots of Italians and Spanish-speaking passengers), and a big local market in South Africa and South America.

You'll also come across all ages. The lively night scene means these ships work well for teens and younger cruisers, while the decent kids' clubs (particularly on the newer ships) and the clever arrangements of clustered family cabins mean a lot of families travel during school holidays.

Do I have to dress up on a MSC cruise?

Yes, a little. The usual dress code is informal during the day and smart-casual at night -- think nice trousers and shirt for men and nice pants/skirts with blouse or cocktail dress for women. There's usually one gala night per cruise, when black tie or dark suit and tie are encouraged for men, as is a formal dress for women. This is not enforced, but people do make an effort.

Is everything free on MSC cruises?

No, unless you're in one of the Yacht Club suites, and even then, not everything is included. MSC sells its cruises through a somewhat bewildering array of packages: Bella, Fantastica, Aurea and Yacht Club. All include your accommodation, meals in specified restaurants and big-stage entertainment, along with basic coffee and tea, and select juices at breakfast and lunch.

Beyond that, perks and inclusions vary by which package you've purchased, with Bella having no additional inclusions and Aurea featuring unlimited beverages. The Yacht Club has the most inclusions, with extra dining venues for eating, spa thermal suite passes and most beverages (plus access to a personal butler and a dedicated Yacht Club lounge and pool).

What are MSC’s most popular activities?

The action onboard an MSC ship is nonstop, with cruisers flocking to participate in pool games, sports contests, shopping promotions, trivia, karaoke and filling the nightclubs until late. On newer ships, high-tech arcade games are all the rage, including a 4D cinema, laser maze, F1 simulator and bowling.

Many MSC cruisers are also just as happy to park themselves by a pool and stay there all day, and when the ship is in port, you'll find the vast majority of cruisers off the ship on ship-sponsored or independent tours.

Why go with MSC?

  • Mediterranean style in food and design
  • Specializes in Mediterranean and Caribbean cruises
  • MSC Yacht Club is a luxurious ship-within-a-ship for higher-spending passengers

Best for: Vacationers looking for an action-packed, around-the-clock party, plus families with kids on a budget

Not for: Recluses looking for a small ship feel with plenty of quiet spaces, penny pinchers looking to avoid extra expenses

MSC Cruises Cruiser Reviews

Amazing experience

Overall Great job done by the entire MSCGym was nice and especially protein shakes right outside gym was great .Read More
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Budding cruisers

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Age 46s

Disaster

The main criticism concerns the cleanliness and lack of it, the cabin was not cleaned properly when we arrived, there was food waste in the boys, a half-rotten coffee machine under the bed and no soap in the bathroom.And the main criticism is the dirt, in the marketplace restaurant and on the pool deck everything was dirty to such a level that we were stuck to the chairs and tables with greasy, smelly, stinky, surfaces, glasses and plates were often left with food on them, the quality of the food at the marketplace was unacceptable, the scrambled eggs had no egg flavour, the sausages were inedible, many times the boiled eggs and watermelon and mini croissants were gone by 8am and not replaced on request.Read More
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andras szuromi

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Age 53s

Value for money but not for us

For what we paid (less than £100 a night each all inclusive) we ‘got what we paid for’ but we would rather pay more and have a better standard of complimentary dining and general experience.We had heard mixed reviews from other cruisers but as it was a good price we were willing to give it a go.Read More
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Cruisebuddy1989

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Age 35s

Awesome cruise, Great service from the staff

He was highly catered for, given gifts at the cost of the cruise and given an exceptional experience.Other than the above listed issue, I found this trip to be a remarkable one.Read More
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Age 33s

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