MSC Cruises

Families and couples who are looking for the perfect getaway can find it with MSC Cruises, one of the world’s youngest and fastest-growing fleets of Italian cruise ships. With MSC, you can expect friendly and hospitable service, sumptuous accommodations, endless entertainment options for all ages, and a fabulous variety of bars and lounges onboard each ship. You’ll never fall short of something exciting to do; from spending a day at the spa to catching a world-class performance to onboard parties to sports tournaments to dance classes, trivia, contests and more, you can expect to have fun day and night. Though MSC Cruises’ ships travel all around the world, MSC takes great pride in their Italian heritage, which is quite evident in their European-inspired ship designs, Italian crew and Italian Motto: Bella. Appassionata. Italiana. (which translates to Beautiful. Passionate. Italian.).

MSC Cruises Experiences

A unique feature of MSC Cruises is the ability to choose your own customized stateroom experience to ensure your cruise is everything you desire. The choices of stateroom experiences (depending by ship) are Bella, Fantastica, Wellness, Aurea and MSC Yacht Club. Travelers seeking the best value for a cruise vacation can enjoy the Bella Experience, while those seeking the most opulent and luxurious amenities are certain to revel in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club Experience. The Fantastica Experience is perfect for families who seek a hassle-free vacation with plenty of space and fun. If you’re looking for a relaxing spa-inspired occasion, opt for the sensational Aurea experience!

Is Food Included?

Dining with MSC Cruises is a tasteful adventure. Each of MSC’s ships offer a wonderful selection of fine dining and casual venues, ranging from main restaurants to specialty options. Most ships have two main dining rooms and up to two buffets, all of which serve up authentic Mediterranean-inspired and International cuisine that’s certain to delight your taste buds. Specialty restaurants vary by ship but included among them are Butcher’s Cut Steakhouse, Ocean Cay Seafood restaurant, Kaito Sushi Bar and Shanghai Chinese restaurant. On select ships, MSC Yacht Club guests can savor a taste of heavenly delights at their very own private restaurant! If you’re booked in a balcony stateroom, enjoy the luxury of sleeping in and enjoying a private breakfast on your balcony. Buon appetito!

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Why Choose MSC Cruises?

Kids Sail Free on All MSC Cruises!

Yes, that’s right – kids sail FREE on every single MSC cruise that’s booked with American Discount Vacations. The kids must be the 3rd and/or 4th passenger in the stateroom to qualify

MSC's Italian crew is devoted to providing friendly, top-tier service. <em>Bella. Appassionata. Italiana!</em>

for this offer. Government taxes and fees for all guests are additional. This is an amazing cruise deal for families who are on a budget that want to enjoy a fabulous vacation together. Applicable to children ages 11 and under for most MSC sailings.

Family-Friendly Entertainment

The majority of MSC Cruises' ships feature fabulous family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. Though entertainment and activities vary by ship, among them you will discover aqua parks with waterslides, pools, video game arcades, racing simulators and 4D cinemas. Each ship also has dedicated play areas for children and teens, all of which are supervised and feature popular video game systems, table games and fun age-based activities. Building-block enthusiasts will love the Lego® Experience On Board, which is a whole day dedicated to Lego®-themed activities! MSC also offers babysitting services (additional charges may apply), special children’s menus in all restaurants, and even specially-designed family excursions so everyone can experience the world together.

True Italian Hospitality

A charming, genuine, and warm Italian staff awaits you onboard every MSC cruise ship, ready to satisfy your every need. All ships have a high staff to guest ratio so that none of your needs go unfulfilled. Each crew member is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, to put all of their guests at ease. You’ll never feel alone while on an MSC cruise!

Theme Cruises

Throughout the year MSC Cruises features special sailings where a certain theme is highlighted. For instance, MSC features a “Baseball Greats” theme on select sailings, where famous baseball players join the cruise and take part in a number of activities (such as question-and-answer sessions,

player-hosted trivia games, and lively story-telling sessions). Other themes include “Big Band Cruise,” “Latin Music,” “Oldies Music,” and “Comedy Cruise.” Please contact us to find out which sailings have a special theme.

What’s New for MSC Cruises?

MSC Cruises recently celebrated the steel-cutting for MSC Seashore, the first of two upcoming Seaside EVO ships. Scheduled to debut in Fall 2021, this ship will serve as an "evolution" of MSC Cruises' Seaside class ships, featuring even more incredible amenities, venues, staterooms, and entertainment options than ever before.

In November 2018, MSC Cruises announced its plan to introduce a new generation of ultra-luxury ships, having ordered four new ships from Fincantieri. These new ships, scheduled to debut beginning Spring 2023, will weigh in at 64,000 tons and have 500 staterooms each. Other innovative features of these ships will include a modern design, the latest amenities, and innovative solutions for environmental protection.

MSC is expected to double its current fleet by 2026 with the addition of at least 13 Next-Generation ships, beginning with MSC Bellissima (due in 2019) and MSC Grandiosa (due in 2019) and the steel-cutting of the all-new MSC Virtuosa (coming soon). A fifth Meraviglia-class cruise ship was announced in June 2018.

In November 2019, MSC Grandiosa launched as the first of MSC's new Meraviglia Plus class ships. Grandiosa is a more environmentally-sound ship sailing with a fine art museum at sea and MSC's Cirque du Soleil at Sea concept. Sister ship MS Virtuosa later made its maiden voyage in 2021, joining Grandiosa as the largest vessels in MSC's fleet.

MSC Cruises announced the name of its second Meraviglia-generation ship, MSC Bellissima. The announcement was made on the same day that sister ship MSC Meraviglia was officially floated out at STX France’s shipyard in Saint Nazaire, where the construction of both ships are contracted. MSC Bellissima entered service in Spring 2019, featuring an expanded main promenade and much more bolstered spaces and amenities.

MSC Seaview, the sibling ship to MSC Seaside, entered service in June 2018, Seaview’s inaugural season featured ports throughout the Mediterranean.

On April 6, 2016, MSC Cruises signed a letter of intent with STX France for the delivery of up to four new LNG-powered cruise ships, in addition to two previously contracted Meraviglia-Plus class ships. These vessels will be based on an advanced, next-generation prototype that will be known as the “World Class” of MSC’s fleet. This new prototype will feature many innovative elements, including a futuristically-conceived design focused on maximizing the open-air space available to guests, while bringing the latest in technology and entertainment with the lowest impact on the environment. Aimed for all seasons and all regions, the four new ships will be delivered in 2022, 2024, 2025, and 2026. They will feature a GRT of over 200,000 tons, more than 2,700 staterooms and a 5,400-guest capacity.

MSC Seaside debuted in December of 2017, sailing year-round from Miami to the Caribbean. This state-of-the-art ship will be the largest ever built by renowned shipyard Fincantieri. Unique features will include: a waterfront promenade with public spaces, shops, and restaurants; an enhanced MSC Yacht Club; and panoramic elevators with sea views. MSC Seaside will have one of the largest and most interactive aqua parks at sea, featuring two decks of activities (including an adventure trail and four slides). MSC Seaside will be the first ship with Slideboarding technology, combining a slide and interactive game. A sister ship, MSC Seaview, will be delivered in June 2018, with MSC having an option on a third Seaside class ship to be delivered in 2021.

During 2014, MSC Cruises enlarged MSC Armonia, the first of four ships in the line’s fleet to undergo what they’re calling the Renaissance Program (which will cost them an estimated $273 million). This program enlarges and enhances MSC Armonia, MSC Lirica, MSC Sinfonia and MSC Opera, giving them all an array of new improvements and amenities and adding up to nearly 200 new staterooms per ship.

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MSC Cruises Ships

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MSC Armonia
- Year Built: 2001 (Refurbished in 2014)
- Tonnage: 65,542
- Passenger Capacity: 2,620
- Passenger Decks: 9
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MSC Bellissima
- Year Built: 2019
- Tonnage: 171,598
- Passenger Capacity: 4,488
- Passenger Decks: 15
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MSC Divina
- Year Built: 2012 (Refurbished in 2017)
- Tonnage: 139,072
- Passenger Capacity: 3,502
- Passenger Decks: 14
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MSC Euribia - New Ship
- Expected Debut: June 9, 2023
- Tonnage: 183,500
- Passenger Capacity: 4,828
- Passenger Decks: 14
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MSC Fantasia
- Year Built: 2008 (Refurbished in 2019)
- Tonnage: 137,936
- Passenger Capacity: 3,274
- Passenger Decks: 14
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MSC Grandiosa
- Year Built: 2018
- Tonnage: 181,541
- Passenger Capacity: 6,334
- Passenger Decks: 15
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MSC Lirica
- Year Built: 2003 (Refurbished in 2015)
- Tonnage: 65,591
- Passenger Capacity: 1,984
- Passenger Decks: 9
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MSC Magnifica - Recently Refurbished!
- Year Built: 2010 (Refurbished in 2021)
- Tonnage: 95,128
- Passenger Capacity: 2,550
- Passenger Decks: 12
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MSC Meraviglia
- Year Built: 2017
- Tonnage: 167,600
- Passenger Capacity: 4,500
- Passenger Decks: 14
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MSC Musica
- Year Built: 2006
- Tonnage: 92,400
- Passenger Capacity: 2,550
- Passenger Decks: 12
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MSC Opera
- Year Built: 2004 (Refurbished in 2015)
- Tonnage: 59,058
- Passenger Capacity: 2,150
- Passenger Decks: 9
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MSC Orchestra
- Year Built: 2007
- Tonnage: 92,400
- Passenger Capacity: 2,550
- Passenger Decks: 12
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MSC Poesia
- Year Built: 2008 (Refurbished in 2018)
- Tonnage: 92,627
- Passenger Capacity: 2,550
- Passenger Decks: 12
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MSC Preziosa
- Year Built: 2013
- Tonnage: 139,072
- Passenger Capacity: 3,502
- Passenger Decks: 14
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MSC Seaside
- Year Built: 2017
- Tonnage: 154,000
- Passenger Capacity: 4,140
- Passenger Decks: 15
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MSC Seaview
- Year Built: 2018
- Tonnage: 154,000
- Passenger Capacity: 5,179
- Passenger Decks: 15
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MSC Sinfonia
- Year Built: 2002 (Refurbished in 2014)
- Tonnage: 58,625
- Passenger Capacity: 1,554
- Passenger Decks: 9
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MSC Splendida
- Year Built: 2009
- Tonnage: 137,936
- Passenger Capacity: 3,247
- Passenger Decks: 14
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MSC Virtuosa - New Ship
- Year Built: 2021
- Tonnage: 181,541
- Passenger Capacity: 6,334
- Passenger Decks: 15
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MSC World America - New Ship
- Expected Debut: 2025
- Tonnage: 215,863
- Passenger Capacity: 6,762
- Passenger Decks: 16
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MSC World Europa - New Ship
- Year Built: 2022
- Tonnage: 215,863
- Passenger Capacity: 6,762
- Passenger Decks: 16
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Year Built: 2008 (Refurbished in 2018)
Tonnage: 92,627
Passenger Capacity: 2,550
Passenger Decks: 12

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MSC Poesia

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