Your Itinerary
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DatePortArriveDepart
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29/06/2024Miami, Florida–18:00
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30/06/2024At Sea––
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01/07/2024Ocho Rios09:0017:00
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02/07/2024Georgetown, Grand Cayman08:0016:00
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03/07/2024Cozumel10:0018:00
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04/07/2024At Sea––
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05/07/2024Ocean Cay, MSC Marine Reserve08:0020:00
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06/07/2024Miami, Florida07:0018:00
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07/07/2024At Sea––
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08/07/2024Puerto Plata09:0017:00
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09/07/2024San Juan (Puerto Rico)09:0017:00
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10/07/2024At Sea––
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11/07/2024Nassau12:0020:00
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12/07/2024Ocean Cay, MSC Marine Reserve09:0020:00
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13/07/2024Miami, Florida07:00–
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Cabins & Prices
Ship Features
MSC Yacht Club Owner’s Suite
- Surface 98 sqm, balcony 25 sqm, deck 19
- Large balcony with private whirlpool bath and outdoor living area
- Separate living area and dining room
- Walk-in wardrobe and luggage storage
- Panoramic glass wall
- Bathroom with large shower and bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double bed
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar.
- Wifi connection included
- Can accomodate up to 4 people
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite
- Surface 62 sqm, balcony 33 sqm, deck 16
- Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table
- Separate living area and dining room
- Walk-in wardrobes
- Bathroom with shower and bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double bed
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suite
- Surface 25-43 sqm, balcony 8-21 sqm, deck 16-19
- Living area
- Spacious balcony
- Located on the top deck*
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Bathroom with large shower and vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double bed or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- Can accomodate up to 5 people
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
*Except cabins 18019, 18018, 16027 and 16020.
Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category)
The image is representative only.
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
- Surface 25 sqm, balcony 8, deck 16-19
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
- Surface 21 sqm, deck 16-19
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea
- Surface 49 sqm, balcony 17 sqm, deck 11-14
- Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
- Two bathrooms, one with bathtub and one with shower, vanity areas with hairdryers
- 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and one with two single beds
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Can accommodate up to 6 people
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Grand Suite Aurea
- Surface approx 35-49 sqm, large balcony approx 10-21 sqm, deck 9-13
- Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
- Spacious wardrobe
- 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
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Premium Suite Aurea with Whirlpool
- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- Wi-Fi access available ($)
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
- Approx. 301 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 75 ft2 with its own private whirlpool bath
- Located on decks 9-15
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
Premium Suite Aura with Terrace
- Surface approx 28 sqm, balcony approx 38 sqm, deck 9
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- 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).
Premium Suite Aurea
- Surface approx 26-32 sqm, balcony approx 9-14 sqm, deck 9-15
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- 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).
Junior Suite Aurea
- Surface approx 17 sqm, balcony approx 16 sqm, deck 9
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- 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).
Deluxe Balcony Aurea
- Surface approx 17 sqm, balcony approx 5-9 sqm*
- 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
*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Deluxe Balcony
- Surface 17 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 9-10
- 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
*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Balcony Bella
More information coming soon.
Bingo Balcony
More information coming soon.
Deluxe Ocean View
- Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5
- Window with sea view
- 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).
Ocean View Bella
More information coming soon.
Bingo Outside
More information coming soon.
Premium Interior
- Surface approx 28 sqm, deck 10
- 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
- Can accomodate up to 5 people
*Some cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into double beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Deluxe Interior
- Surface approx 14 sqm, deck 5-10
- 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
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
*Some cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into double beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Interior Bella
More information coming soon.
Bingo Inside
More information coming soon.
Deck 20
Deck 19
Deck 18
Deck 16
Deck 15
Deck 14
Deck 13
Deck 12
Deck 11
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Butcher’s Cut with Al Fresco Dining
Located on Deck 8.
HOLA! Tacos & Cantina
Located on Deck 8.
Kaito Teppanyaki
Located on Deck 8.
Marketplace Buffet Restaurant
Ocean Cay Restaurant
Located on Deck 8.
Kaito Sushi Bar
Located on Deck 8.
The Green Wave Restaurant
Located on Deck 5.
Family Dining
Enjoy a culinary voyage of discovery with your children on an MSC Cruise: an array of international dishes and ethnic specialties will delight the whole family with flavours from around the globe.
- For ever-changing menus of high-quality international cuisine, including signature dishes from award-winning chefs, look no further than the main restaurants onboard our ships. If you prefer a casual meal, buffet is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night snacks.
- If your kids want to eat with their new friends, our youth staff are happy to look after them. When they’re exhausted after a fun-packed day, you can choose to have a meal delivered to your cabin.
Meals in the main restaurants and buffet are included in the cruise fare.
Chora Theatre
The stunning high-tech theatre is the ideal venue to enjoy spectacular Broadway-style shows, with a varied programme offering compelling entertainment every evening of your cruise.
Pirates Cove Aquapark
The family offering has been expanded with an even bigger kids’ area and an ultimate state-of-the-art waterpark.
Enhanced by virtual reality, MSC Seashore offers one of the largest and most interactive water attractions at sea.
MSC Formula Racer
More information coming soon
Sports Bar
More information coming soon
Uptown Lounge
More information coming soon
Champagne Bar
More information coming soon
Wine Cave Bar
More information coming soon
Sky Bar
More information coming soon
Cocktail Bar
More information coming soon
Top 19 Bar
More information coming soon
Le Cabaret Rouge
More information coming soon
MSC Signature Casino
More information coming soon
Loft Café
More information coming soon
Horizon Bar
More information coming soon
Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar
More Information coming soon
The Marina Pool
On Deck 18, the main pool has two different depths so that guests can choose to swim or simply stand and hang-out in the water, the newly designed area includes a 360-degree water fountain island in the centre as well as a new lounge space within the pool. It is connected with the aquapark with a Pirates Cove theme to create an extensive water area.
Robotron
ROBOTRON offers the breath-taking thrill of a rollercoaster at sea combined with a personalised DJ music experience. It’s a state-of-the-art robotic arm with an attached gondola that seats three guests. Flying 53 metres above the sea, ROBOTRON provides a unique 360° view of the horizon flipping riders upside down and in different directions for an adrenaline-pumping ride.
Outdoor Areas
At 339 metres, MSC Seascape is the longest ship in the fleet and offers 13,000sqm of outdoor space. Stand-out design features include spectacular glass-floored Bridge of Sighs located at the unique vantage point on deck 16 – 22 metres above the Infinity Pool, stunning panoramic aft elevators and stylish glass-floor catwalks on either side of the ship on the waterfront promenade.
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Included
Beauty 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!
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Included
Medi Spa Centre
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.
Thermal Area
Get a lasting sensation of absolute wellbeing that will accompany you well beyond your cruise. All our ships are equipped with a Thermal Area where you can enjoy a soothing sauna, a relaxing steam or an invigorating whirlpool bath.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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 onboard.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa.
Type of service: Included
Tennis Court
Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor 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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
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 Centre. 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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
MSC Foundation Centre
Educational interactive game experience for Children: the room transforms into a colourful 3D aquarium that’s the scene of a great interactive game teaching about the importance of care for environment.
Adults can learn about the issues that the Foundation is striving to resolve, about its programs and partners. The guests have the possibility to show their generous support for the Foundation’s lifesaving programs by making direct donations or purchasing stylish collection of MSC Foundation merchandise.
MSC Excursions
Located on Deck 6.
Bike Tours
One of the best ways to explore a city is from the seat of a bicycle. Hit the road on your next MSC Cruise on a MSC BIKE ADVENTOURS experience.
See, hear, smell and feel the destination like never before. You’re guaranteed to leave with a deeper connection.
You Don’t Have To Go Fast, You Just Have To Go
Our carefully curated small group tours offer both active adventures and easy city sightseeing on electric bicycles.
Reserve today and ride into your next adventure with MSC Bike Adventours.
Sustainable Shore Excursions: MSC Protectours
What are Protectours
We are committed to preserving a beautiful world for future generations to enjoy. By focusing on environmental sustainability, PROTECTOURS contribute to that vital goal. 70% of the tours involve activities with zero environmental impact – like walking, cycling, or kayaking – while others make a direct contribution to the environment, for example, tree planting or beach cleaning. So, you can enjoy original insights into the natural world while preserving its beauty and helping to ensure a greener future!
A world of amazing experiences
PROTECTOURS offer you unforgettable experiences in close contact with nature and communities in a variety of environments around the world. Local guides, with an expertise in wildlife or traditions, will help you save baby sea turtles in the Caribbean, clean the desert in Abu Dhabi, explore Iceland by horseback, or immerse yourself in Corfu’s beautiful countryside and the magical world of bees.
MSC Cruises and the environment
Our love and respect for the marine environment are reflected in our certified eco-ships, with their innovative systems for energy saving, waste treatment and recycling. Naturally, our commitment to the environments extends to our onshore activities too. PROTECTOURS is not only a way to offer our guests a variety of eco-friendly shore excursions, but also a means of encouraging our onshore partners to develop tours that pay ever more attention to environmental sustainability. Just one example is that no single-use plastic or other items are accepted on these tours.
MSC Family Explorer Club
MSC Family Explorer Club
Explore the destination together on a fun filled family adventure, inspired by history and designed to cover all the highlights.
Family friendly programming
Tours typically start later in the morning, are shorter in duration and are accompanied by expert guides and story tellers
Tours that the whole family can enjoy
Each experience is developed to keep both children entertained while also providing an enriching and educational experience for adults
Family-Friendly Prices 50% off
Children tickets are always half-price
Peace of Mind
When you choose an MSC Family Explorer Club you can relax in the knowledge that all our tours are operated by carefully selected partners who can easily make contact with your ship throughout the day.
Easy & Accessible Excursions
TOURS FOR EVERYONE
Accessible Vehicles & Facilities
Vehicles equipped with a wheelchair accessible solution. We visit accessible bathrooms equipped with wide doors.
Small Groups with Expert Guides
Local guides are knowledgeable experts of their area, as well as experts in accessibility needs excursions.
Visit at your own pace
Tours made to leisurely visit the destination’s highlights while taking into account guests’ special needs and facilitating each participant in moving independently.
Step-free Routes
Tours aim at eliminating obstacles and ensure a smooth access to all of the highlights visited
Behind The Scenes
Come and see how we do it! Go “Behind-the-Scenes” and experience what goes into delivering a perfect cruise vacation.
Explore several “off-limit” areas of the ship
Are you ready for the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience on our magnificent cruise ship? This exclusive excursion is limited to small groups of 20 people, so you’ll have a truly intimate and immersive experience.
Join us as we take you on a journey through the hidden corners of our ship, where only a select few have gone before. You’ll have the chance to see the inner workings of the ship, from the bridge of command, engine room to the gallery and beyond.
A one-of-a-kind discovery tour
Our knowledgeable tour guides and shipboard staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and give an overview of the internal operation of the ship.
But that’s not all – you’ll also have the opportunity to meet the ship’s captain and learn about their experiences at sea. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get an inside look at the operations of a cruise ship and to see what goes on behind the scenes. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity – book your spot now to ensure one of the very few seats available!
BOOK THE TOUR ON BOARD AT THE EXCURSIONS’ OFFICE
- The tour availability is limited, so don’t miss out and reserve your spot!
- The tour takes place during various moments of the cruise to guarantee the safest and most suitable conditions to the participants.
- The tour lasts approximately 2 hours to 3 hours and a half.
- Prices starting from 30€, final price is confirmed on board depending on which tour is booked.
- To participate guests must be at least 6 years old and must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Guests participating must be physically fit as the tour involves multiple flights of stairs as well as extended periods of walking and standing.
- The meeting point and time will be confirmed on the Ship.
Important Note: it is strictly forbidden to take along mobile phones and cameras and participants must wear only closed shoes.
Disabled Facilities & Special Needs
Cabin Facilities
Accessible cabins, fitted out especially for guests with disabilities and/or reduced mobility, are available on every ship in the fleet. Guests requiring an accessible cabin can request it at the time of booking.
The accessible cabins are larger and offer more space for movement than regular cabins, and come with extra facilities and equipment to meet special needs.
Reduced Mobility
All decks, public areas and tenders are designed to be as accessible as possible for guests with reduced mobility. There might be ports or tender services you may not access with a mobility device as we cannot lift it. In addition, there are varying numbers of specially fitted-out cabins available on each ship in the fleet. For safety reasons, guests requiring assistance may be requested to travel with a carer, depending on the specific route.
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 on board 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.
For detailed information on the ports of call and excursions suitable for passengers who experience mobility problems, read the relevant pages in this section, and once on board check the accuracy of the information provided.
Hearing Impairments
For safety reasons, guests with hearing disabilities must travel with a carer. Passengers with partial hearing disabilities can travel alone, only if they request the installation of a TDD System kit in their cabin. This kit, available in limited numbers on all ships, includes light and vibrating devices, a text phone and an analogue alarm clock.
Furthermore, wireless amplifiers and indicator lights are available in the theatre and other rooms. Indicator lights are also available in the lifts.
Children with Special Needs
Children with special needs have normal access to all on-board services and facilities. Although the entertainment staff do not offer a childcare service, they are trained to provide a wide range of entertainment aimed specifically at children.
All children, including those with special needs, are assigned to a certain entertainment area depending on their age. If necessary, children or young people with special needs can be placed with a lower age group (with the agreement of their parents), or they can take part in specific activities, together with their parents if required.
Excursions
The majority of excursions are fully accessible, however we would recommend that all our guests to read-through the programme of available tours at the Excursion Office on board.
Special Dietary Requirements
MSC Cruises has obtained a certification from Bureau Veritas to provide gluten-free menus worldwide (food code: 20 ppm) on all ships. Please check availability when booking. On MSC Armonia, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Opera and MSC Lirica guests can find only a limited selection of pre-packaged gluten-free snacks such as, biscuits, croissants, sponge cakes and muffins. Guests with food intolerances and/or allergies must inform MSC Cruises of their needs via the Special Needs Form and, once on board, confirm their requirements at Reception-Guest Service and/or with the Maître d’hôtel.
Kosher meals (pre-packaged breakfast, lunch and dinner) may be available on board for an additional charge starting from €25 pp/day. Kosher meals can be consumed in the main restaurants and must be booked at least 3 weeks before ship’s departure.
Halal products (beef, lamb and poultry) may be available on board following former request of the guest at least two months before departure.
Pregnancy
The medical facilities and equipment on board may not be technically adequate to deal with a birth or pregnancy complications. Therefore, for safety reasons, we cannot admit women on board who will have reached or exceeded their twenty-fourth week of pregnancy by the end of the cruise. Regardless of the stage of pregnancy, a doctor should be consulted before setting off on a cruise to evaluate whether the guest is fit to travel.
Dress Code
Casual wear is advised is advised for life onboard and shore excursions. For informal evenings, summery dresses for women and a lightweight jacket for men are recommended. For Gala evenings and Parties, slightly more formal dress is advised. For any formal evenings, cocktail dresses for ladies, and a lightweight suit or dinner jacket for the gentlemen onboard.
MSC Cruises advise bringing a jumper or shawl in your luggage to be prepared for changes in temperature in-between the air conditioned interior of the ship and the deck areas.
For visits to religious sites, appropriate clothing is recommended∘. This means covering knees, shoulders, and no low-cut tops.
Smoking Policy
In line with global standards, smoking areas on board are fewer than non-smoking areas and are indicated by signage and ashtrays.
Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is not permitted in cabins, on cabin balconies and anywhere not expressly indicated by signage and ashtrays.
The Company reserves the right to levy a fee should passengers be found smoking in non-designated areas of the vessel. Repeatedly smoking in non-smoking areas can ultimately lead to disembarkation.
We remind you that throwing cigarette butts or anything else overboard at sea is strictly prohibited as it may seriously put in danger safety at sea.
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 specialised independent companies on certain routes. For further information on this service, please contact your travel agent.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available on board all of our ships.
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.).
You can also access the internet without the need for a mobile device, by using the computers in the Internet Café on board.
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.
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 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 centre 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.
Environmental Stewardship
MSC Seashore features some of the most advanced environmental technologies currently available. Thanks to this, the vessel has received the ‘Sustainable Ship’ notation from the classification society RINA.
Air emissions
• 98% reduction of sulphur oxide (SOx) and 90% reduction of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions thanks to the most advanced technologies.
Energy efficiency
• Wide range of energy-saving equipment to maximise efficiency such as smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
Wastewater & Protecting Marine Life
• Advanced wastewater treatment system with higher purification standards than most wastewater treatment facilities ashore.
Discover more on how the MSC Group is actively contributing to impactful environmental conservation and humanitarian programs at the MSC Foundation Centre on board.
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
Take advantage of our laundry packages any time, even the last day of your cruise. That’s why we offer several Laundry Service Packages to choose from.
For a modest single charge, you and every traveller in your cabin can use the service whenever you like for up to 20 items per cabin per cruise.
Simply leave your items for collection before 9am on any day except the last day of your cruise, and they’ll be returned freshly laundered by 5pm on the very same day.
Now isn’t that a clean sight better? Take advantage of our pre-boarding rates now!
Other Details
Adults Only: Kids allowed
Childrens Facilities: Available
Nursery: Nursery
Smoking: Some
Gratuities: SERVICE CHARGES / GRATUITIES Service Charge / Gratuities are included in the cruise fare. Tips MSC Cruises does not recommend tipping individual members of staff. Bar Service Charges Onboard bar purchases will incur a 15% bar service charge, automatically added to your final bill.
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MSC Yacht Club Owner’s Suite
- Surface 98 sqm, balcony 25 sqm, deck 19
- Large balcony with private whirlpool bath and outdoor living area
- Separate living area and dining room
- Walk-in wardrobe and luggage storage
- Panoramic glass wall
- Bathroom with large shower and bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double bed
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar.
- Wifi connection included
- Can accomodate up to 4 people
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite
- Surface 62 sqm, balcony 33 sqm, deck 16
- Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table
- Separate living area and dining room
- Walk-in wardrobes
- Bathroom with shower and bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double bed
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suite
- Surface 25-43 sqm, balcony 8-21 sqm, deck 16-19
- Living area
- Spacious balcony
- Located on the top deck*
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Bathroom with large shower and vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double bed or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- Can accomodate up to 5 people
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
*Except cabins 18019, 18018, 16027 and 16020.
Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category)
The image is representative only.
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
- Surface 25 sqm, balcony 8, deck 16-19
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
- Surface 21 sqm, deck 16-19
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea
- Surface 49 sqm, balcony 17 sqm, deck 11-14
- Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
- Two bathrooms, one with bathtub and one with shower, vanity areas with hairdryers
- 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and one with two single beds
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Can accommodate up to 6 people
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Grand Suite Aurea
- Surface approx 35-49 sqm, large balcony approx 10-21 sqm, deck 9-13
- Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
- Spacious wardrobe
- 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
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Premium Suite Aurea with Whirlpool
- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- Wi-Fi access available ($)
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
- Approx. 301 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 75 ft2 with its own private whirlpool bath
- Located on decks 9-15
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
Premium Suite Aura with Terrace
- Surface approx 28 sqm, balcony approx 38 sqm, deck 9
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- 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).
Premium Suite Aurea
- Surface approx 26-32 sqm, balcony approx 9-14 sqm, deck 9-15
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- 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).
Junior Suite Aurea
- Surface approx 17 sqm, balcony approx 16 sqm, deck 9
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- 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).
Deluxe Balcony Aurea
- Surface approx 17 sqm, balcony approx 5-9 sqm*
- 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
*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Deluxe Balcony
- Surface 17 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 9-10
- 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
*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Balcony Bella
More information coming soon.
Bingo Balcony
More information coming soon.
Deluxe Ocean View
- Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5
- Window with sea view
- 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).
Ocean View Bella
More information coming soon.
Bingo Outside
More information coming soon.
Premium Interior
- Surface approx 28 sqm, deck 10
- 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
- Can accomodate up to 5 people
*Some cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into double beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Deluxe Interior
- Surface approx 14 sqm, deck 5-10
- 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
- Can accommodate up to 5 people
*Some cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into double beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Interior Bella
More information coming soon.
Bingo Inside
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Deck 20
Deck 19
Deck 18
Deck 16
Deck 15
Deck 14
Deck 13
Deck 12
Deck 11
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Butcher’s Cut with Al Fresco Dining
Located on Deck 8.
HOLA! Tacos & Cantina
Located on Deck 8.
Kaito Teppanyaki
Located on Deck 8.
Marketplace Buffet Restaurant
Ocean Cay Restaurant
Located on Deck 8.
Kaito Sushi Bar
Located on Deck 8.
The Green Wave Restaurant
Located on Deck 5.
Family Dining
Enjoy a culinary voyage of discovery with your children on an MSC Cruise: an array of international dishes and ethnic specialties will delight the whole family with flavours from around the globe.
- For ever-changing menus of high-quality international cuisine, including signature dishes from award-winning chefs, look no further than the main restaurants onboard our ships. If you prefer a casual meal, buffet is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night snacks.
- If your kids want to eat with their new friends, our youth staff are happy to look after them. When they’re exhausted after a fun-packed day, you can choose to have a meal delivered to your cabin.
Meals in the main restaurants and buffet are included in the cruise fare.
Chora Theatre
The stunning high-tech theatre is the ideal venue to enjoy spectacular Broadway-style shows, with a varied programme offering compelling entertainment every evening of your cruise.
Pirates Cove Aquapark
The family offering has been expanded with an even bigger kids’ area and an ultimate state-of-the-art waterpark.
Enhanced by virtual reality, MSC Seashore offers one of the largest and most interactive water attractions at sea.
MSC Formula Racer
More information coming soon
Sports Bar
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Uptown Lounge
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Champagne Bar
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Wine Cave Bar
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Sky Bar
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Cocktail Bar
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Top 19 Bar
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Le Cabaret Rouge
More information coming soon
MSC Signature Casino
More information coming soon
Loft Café
More information coming soon
Horizon Bar
More information coming soon
Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar
More Information coming soon
The Marina Pool
On Deck 18, the main pool has two different depths so that guests can choose to swim or simply stand and hang-out in the water, the newly designed area includes a 360-degree water fountain island in the centre as well as a new lounge space within the pool. It is connected with the aquapark with a Pirates Cove theme to create an extensive water area.
Robotron
ROBOTRON offers the breath-taking thrill of a rollercoaster at sea combined with a personalised DJ music experience. It’s a state-of-the-art robotic arm with an attached gondola that seats three guests. Flying 53 metres above the sea, ROBOTRON provides a unique 360° view of the horizon flipping riders upside down and in different directions for an adrenaline-pumping ride.
Outdoor Areas
At 339 metres, MSC Seascape is the longest ship in the fleet and offers 13,000sqm of outdoor space. Stand-out design features include spectacular glass-floored Bridge of Sighs located at the unique vantage point on deck 16 – 22 metres above the Infinity Pool, stunning panoramic aft elevators and stylish glass-floor catwalks on either side of the ship on the waterfront promenade.
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Included
Beauty 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!
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Included
Medi Spa Centre
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.
Thermal Area
Get a lasting sensation of absolute wellbeing that will accompany you well beyond your cruise. All our ships are equipped with a Thermal Area where you can enjoy a soothing sauna, a relaxing steam or an invigorating whirlpool bath.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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 onboard.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa.
Type of service: Included
Tennis Court
Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor 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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
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 Centre. 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.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
MSC Foundation Centre
Educational interactive game experience for Children: the room transforms into a colourful 3D aquarium that’s the scene of a great interactive game teaching about the importance of care for environment.
Adults can learn about the issues that the Foundation is striving to resolve, about its programs and partners. The guests have the possibility to show their generous support for the Foundation’s lifesaving programs by making direct donations or purchasing stylish collection of MSC Foundation merchandise.
MSC Excursions
Located on Deck 6.
Bike Tours
One of the best ways to explore a city is from the seat of a bicycle. Hit the road on your next MSC Cruise on a MSC BIKE ADVENTOURS experience.
See, hear, smell and feel the destination like never before. You’re guaranteed to leave with a deeper connection.
You Don’t Have To Go Fast, You Just Have To Go
Our carefully curated small group tours offer both active adventures and easy city sightseeing on electric bicycles.
Reserve today and ride into your next adventure with MSC Bike Adventours.
Sustainable Shore Excursions: MSC Protectours
What are Protectours
We are committed to preserving a beautiful world for future generations to enjoy. By focusing on environmental sustainability, PROTECTOURS contribute to that vital goal. 70% of the tours involve activities with zero environmental impact – like walking, cycling, or kayaking – while others make a direct contribution to the environment, for example, tree planting or beach cleaning. So, you can enjoy original insights into the natural world while preserving its beauty and helping to ensure a greener future!
A world of amazing experiences
PROTECTOURS offer you unforgettable experiences in close contact with nature and communities in a variety of environments around the world. Local guides, with an expertise in wildlife or traditions, will help you save baby sea turtles in the Caribbean, clean the desert in Abu Dhabi, explore Iceland by horseback, or immerse yourself in Corfu’s beautiful countryside and the magical world of bees.
MSC Cruises and the environment
Our love and respect for the marine environment are reflected in our certified eco-ships, with their innovative systems for energy saving, waste treatment and recycling. Naturally, our commitment to the environments extends to our onshore activities too. PROTECTOURS is not only a way to offer our guests a variety of eco-friendly shore excursions, but also a means of encouraging our onshore partners to develop tours that pay ever more attention to environmental sustainability. Just one example is that no single-use plastic or other items are accepted on these tours.
MSC Family Explorer Club
MSC Family Explorer Club
Explore the destination together on a fun filled family adventure, inspired by history and designed to cover all the highlights.
Family friendly programming
Tours typically start later in the morning, are shorter in duration and are accompanied by expert guides and story tellers
Tours that the whole family can enjoy
Each experience is developed to keep both children entertained while also providing an enriching and educational experience for adults
Family-Friendly Prices 50% off
Children tickets are always half-price
Peace of Mind
When you choose an MSC Family Explorer Club you can relax in the knowledge that all our tours are operated by carefully selected partners who can easily make contact with your ship throughout the day.
Easy & Accessible Excursions
TOURS FOR EVERYONE
Accessible Vehicles & Facilities
Vehicles equipped with a wheelchair accessible solution. We visit accessible bathrooms equipped with wide doors.
Small Groups with Expert Guides
Local guides are knowledgeable experts of their area, as well as experts in accessibility needs excursions.
Visit at your own pace
Tours made to leisurely visit the destination’s highlights while taking into account guests’ special needs and facilitating each participant in moving independently.
Step-free Routes
Tours aim at eliminating obstacles and ensure a smooth access to all of the highlights visited
Behind The Scenes
Come and see how we do it! Go “Behind-the-Scenes” and experience what goes into delivering a perfect cruise vacation.
Explore several “off-limit” areas of the ship
Are you ready for the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience on our magnificent cruise ship? This exclusive excursion is limited to small groups of 20 people, so you’ll have a truly intimate and immersive experience.
Join us as we take you on a journey through the hidden corners of our ship, where only a select few have gone before. You’ll have the chance to see the inner workings of the ship, from the bridge of command, engine room to the gallery and beyond.
A one-of-a-kind discovery tour
Our knowledgeable tour guides and shipboard staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and give an overview of the internal operation of the ship.
But that’s not all – you’ll also have the opportunity to meet the ship’s captain and learn about their experiences at sea. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get an inside look at the operations of a cruise ship and to see what goes on behind the scenes. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity – book your spot now to ensure one of the very few seats available!
BOOK THE TOUR ON BOARD AT THE EXCURSIONS’ OFFICE
- The tour availability is limited, so don’t miss out and reserve your spot!
- The tour takes place during various moments of the cruise to guarantee the safest and most suitable conditions to the participants.
- The tour lasts approximately 2 hours to 3 hours and a half.
- Prices starting from 30€, final price is confirmed on board depending on which tour is booked.
- To participate guests must be at least 6 years old and must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Guests participating must be physically fit as the tour involves multiple flights of stairs as well as extended periods of walking and standing.
- The meeting point and time will be confirmed on the Ship.
Important Note: it is strictly forbidden to take along mobile phones and cameras and participants must wear only closed shoes.
Disabled Facilities & Special Needs
Cabin Facilities
Accessible cabins, fitted out especially for guests with disabilities and/or reduced mobility, are available on every ship in the fleet. Guests requiring an accessible cabin can request it at the time of booking.
The accessible cabins are larger and offer more space for movement than regular cabins, and come with extra facilities and equipment to meet special needs.
Reduced Mobility
All decks, public areas and tenders are designed to be as accessible as possible for guests with reduced mobility. There might be ports or tender services you may not access with a mobility device as we cannot lift it. In addition, there are varying numbers of specially fitted-out cabins available on each ship in the fleet. For safety reasons, guests requiring assistance may be requested to travel with a carer, depending on the specific route.
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 on board 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.
For detailed information on the ports of call and excursions suitable for passengers who experience mobility problems, read the relevant pages in this section, and once on board check the accuracy of the information provided.
Hearing Impairments
For safety reasons, guests with hearing disabilities must travel with a carer. Passengers with partial hearing disabilities can travel alone, only if they request the installation of a TDD System kit in their cabin. This kit, available in limited numbers on all ships, includes light and vibrating devices, a text phone and an analogue alarm clock.
Furthermore, wireless amplifiers and indicator lights are available in the theatre and other rooms. Indicator lights are also available in the lifts.
Children with Special Needs
Children with special needs have normal access to all on-board services and facilities. Although the entertainment staff do not offer a childcare service, they are trained to provide a wide range of entertainment aimed specifically at children.
All children, including those with special needs, are assigned to a certain entertainment area depending on their age. If necessary, children or young people with special needs can be placed with a lower age group (with the agreement of their parents), or they can take part in specific activities, together with their parents if required.
Excursions
The majority of excursions are fully accessible, however we would recommend that all our guests to read-through the programme of available tours at the Excursion Office on board.
Special Dietary Requirements
MSC Cruises has obtained a certification from Bureau Veritas to provide gluten-free menus worldwide (food code: 20 ppm) on all ships. Please check availability when booking. On MSC Armonia, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Opera and MSC Lirica guests can find only a limited selection of pre-packaged gluten-free snacks such as, biscuits, croissants, sponge cakes and muffins. Guests with food intolerances and/or allergies must inform MSC Cruises of their needs via the Special Needs Form and, once on board, confirm their requirements at Reception-Guest Service and/or with the Maître d’hôtel.
Kosher meals (pre-packaged breakfast, lunch and dinner) may be available on board for an additional charge starting from €25 pp/day. Kosher meals can be consumed in the main restaurants and must be booked at least 3 weeks before ship’s departure.
Halal products (beef, lamb and poultry) may be available on board following former request of the guest at least two months before departure.
Pregnancy
The medical facilities and equipment on board may not be technically adequate to deal with a birth or pregnancy complications. Therefore, for safety reasons, we cannot admit women on board who will have reached or exceeded their twenty-fourth week of pregnancy by the end of the cruise. Regardless of the stage of pregnancy, a doctor should be consulted before setting off on a cruise to evaluate whether the guest is fit to travel.
Dress Code
Casual wear is advised is advised for life onboard and shore excursions. For informal evenings, summery dresses for women and a lightweight jacket for men are recommended. For Gala evenings and Parties, slightly more formal dress is advised. For any formal evenings, cocktail dresses for ladies, and a lightweight suit or dinner jacket for the gentlemen onboard.
MSC Cruises advise bringing a jumper or shawl in your luggage to be prepared for changes in temperature in-between the air conditioned interior of the ship and the deck areas.
For visits to religious sites, appropriate clothing is recommended∘. This means covering knees, shoulders, and no low-cut tops.
Smoking Policy
In line with global standards, smoking areas on board are fewer than non-smoking areas and are indicated by signage and ashtrays.
Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is not permitted in cabins, on cabin balconies and anywhere not expressly indicated by signage and ashtrays.
The Company reserves the right to levy a fee should passengers be found smoking in non-designated areas of the vessel. Repeatedly smoking in non-smoking areas can ultimately lead to disembarkation.
We remind you that throwing cigarette butts or anything else overboard at sea is strictly prohibited as it may seriously put in danger safety at sea.
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 specialised independent companies on certain routes. For further information on this service, please contact your travel agent.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is available on board all of our ships.
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.).
You can also access the internet without the need for a mobile device, by using the computers in the Internet Café on board.
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.
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 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 centre 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.
Environmental Stewardship
MSC Seashore features some of the most advanced environmental technologies currently available. Thanks to this, the vessel has received the ‘Sustainable Ship’ notation from the classification society RINA.
Air emissions
• 98% reduction of sulphur oxide (SOx) and 90% reduction of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions thanks to the most advanced technologies.
Energy efficiency
• Wide range of energy-saving equipment to maximise efficiency such as smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning.
Wastewater & Protecting Marine Life
• Advanced wastewater treatment system with higher purification standards than most wastewater treatment facilities ashore.
Discover more on how the MSC Group is actively contributing to impactful environmental conservation and humanitarian programs at the MSC Foundation Centre on board.
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
Take advantage of our laundry packages any time, even the last day of your cruise. That’s why we offer several Laundry Service Packages to choose from.
For a modest single charge, you and every traveller in your cabin can use the service whenever you like for up to 20 items per cabin per cruise.
Simply leave your items for collection before 9am on any day except the last day of your cruise, and they’ll be returned freshly laundered by 5pm on the very same day.
Now isn’t that a clean sight better? Take advantage of our pre-boarding rates now!
Other Details
Adults Only: Kids allowed
Childrens Facilities: Available
Nursery: Nursery
Smoking: Some
Gratuities: SERVICE CHARGES / GRATUITIES Service Charge / Gratuities are included in the cruise fare. Tips MSC Cruises does not recommend tipping individual members of staff. Bar Service Charges Onboard bar purchases will incur a 15% bar service charge, automatically added to your final bill.