MSC Cruises cruise

Cruiselines: MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises is the fastest growing European cruising company, known for environmentally friendly ships, characteristic itineraries which enable guests to spend more time ashore, and excellent accommodation and onboard experience, for prices considerably lower than expected for such service.

Specialties of Italian cuisine are prevalent on MSC ships, although dishes favored by Americans are also at the menu. Main restaurants offer 7-course menus, vegetarian and healthy dishes.

Each ship features theatre performances, trivia, enriching programs and sessions, sports tournaments, karaoke singing, dancing events, shopping, etc.

Onboard facilities which could be enjoyed include casinos, spa centers, bars, fitness facilities, sports courts, lounges and theatres.

Basic fitness programs are offered absent charge in equipped fitness centers. The range of easy and high-impact exercises won't disappoint anybody. You could also make use of a jogging track.

The dress code is casual, except during 2 formal nights on shorter sailings, and 3 on longer ones. Prepare for these nights tuxedos, suits and cocktail dresses.

Children are welcome on board and could enjoy programs and activities customized for them and divided into different age groups, free of charge. These encompass various quests, live shows, talent contests, and such. Babysitting could also be arranged for a charge.

Loyalty program memberships ensure benefits in accordance with the numbers of sailings. Some of these are special cocktail parties, discounts related to spa services, bars, Internet, etc.

The service might be somewhat inconsistent, but quite acceptable at any rate.

Wines, beers, spirits and other alcoholic beverages are available for the purchasing, but bringing onboard any such drink is not allowed. Each purchased drink will be retained till the last night on board.

Major pros: interesting ports of call and destinations; family-friendly business concept; ecological awareness; socializing atmosphere; numerous relaxation and activity opportunities. Major cons: numerous announcements; crew members aren't used to the American way of thinking and performing.

Gratuities are automatically added to shipboard accounts, and on beverage tabs in bars.

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