  MSC Cruises is a division of the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), a privately owned company with a longstanding history on the seas. MSC Cruises combines a deep heritage at sea with an enthusiastic young, motivated management team to present a company that is dedicated to Italian hospitality. MSC Cruises is Beautiful. Passionate. Italian. Aboard a MSC cruise ship you will encounter new cultures, be immersed in history and experience endless thrills. MSC blends maritime traditions, culture and famous Mediterranean cuisine to deliver the ultimate cruise experience while displaying a real commitment to fine hospitality. MSC Cruises has made true Italian service the heart of its business and its key point of differentiation in the cruise industry. Explore legendary ports of call across a timeless sea with MSC’s unique itineraries to breathtaking destinations. Explore ancient civilization’s most amazing treasures in the Mediterranean or discover sophisticated cities and beautiful lands in Northern Europe. A Transatlantic journey offers you the best of each culture as you sail MSC’s extensive list of transatlantic itineraries taking you from the old world charm of the Mediterranean to a tropical Caribbean location. Or, enjoy the untamed landscape of Africa while travelling along the African coast. Bask in the sun on pristine beaches surrounded by crystal clear surf in the Caribbean or travel through a collage of culture in South Africa. Or, allow the contagious exuberance of South America amaze you. Wherever your sense of adventure takes you MSC will ensure you are surrounded by Italian hospitality and timeless elegance.
Accommodations Whether you’re travelling alone or with family, MSC offers a variety of accommodations to suit your needs. From a cozy interior stateroom to one with a magnificent ocean view from the comfort of your own private balcony, your stay with MSC Cruises promises to be enjoyable.
InteriorInterior staterooms provide guests with spacious accommodations at a great value. These cabins feature a queen size bed convertible into two single beds, air conditioning, bath with shower, TV, telephone, mini bar and a safe. MSC inside staterooms also feature optional pay-for-use Internet connection for your laptop. Outside Relish in the convenience of taking in majestic ocean views from the comfort of your own room with MSC’s outside cabins. Featuring air conditioning, TV, telephone, bath with shower, mini bar, safe, and two single beds converted to a queen size for your convenience. MSC also provides pay-for-use Internet connection for your laptop so you can stay connected easily. Balcony Floor-to-ceiling windows lead to your own balcony so you can view breathtaking scenery whenever you like from the comfort of your own room. In addition to spectacular views, MSC’s balcony staterooms feature two single beds convertible to a queen bed, air conditioning for optimised indoor air quality, TV, telephone, bath with shower, mini bar, safe, and pay-for-use Internet connection. Suites with Balcony Savour the ultimate in luxury in an MSC balcony suite featuring a your own personal balcony so you can enjoy your privacy while overlooking the ship and the surrounding scenery. In addition to great views and extra space, MSC’s suites feature air conditioning for optimised indoor air quality, king size bed convertible to 2 single beds, and a bathroom with tub. Suites are complete with a living room, sitting area, sofa bed, TV, telephone and radio, mini bar and floor-to-ceiling windows. Onboard Activities and Amenities TheatreLet MSC Cruises entertain you with night shows presenting an accent of the Mediterranean – vivid Flamenco dancers from Spain or historical glances back to Old Europe. You’ll find something that will suit your tastes at any time. Onboard ClassesStimulate your intellectual side with MSC’s enrichment-at-sea programs. Immerse yourself in the Italian ambiance onboard a MSC cruise with complimentary Italian language classes. Join in a computer or cooking class. Or listen in on guest lectures on a variety of topics such as foreign films, art history, architecture, design, theatre, literature, health, current events or food and wine. Library Enjoy a break from the activity and escape into another world with your favourite book. An impressive selection of books is available for guests to check out over the course of their cruise. MSC Cruises also has a card room and a video arcade. Sports Deck Cultivate your passion for sports onboard an MSC cruise ship. Enjoy open air activities such as a run around the jogging track or play in a tournament of beach volleyball, five-a-side football, tennis, or shuffleboard. Or just enjoy the outdoors as you lounge on a deck chair under the warmth of the sun sipping tropical drinks. Fitness Facility Maintain your regular fitness program or try a new one in MSC’s state-of-the-art fitness center. MSC’s fitness facilities feature weights, treadmills, stationary bikes, and strength and endurance equipment. Or join a fitness program led by certified instructors who present a daily schedule of classes including aerobics, stretch and strength, yoga and total body circuit.  Spa
MSC’s beauty treatments blend the best of ancient and modern practices incorporating elements of natural minerals, healing slats and aromatherapy. The health center offers specialized treatments targeted for various purposes including anti-wrinkle, facial treatments, firming and exfoliation, and several types of massage incorporating shiatsu, reflexology and sports therapy. Purify and balance your skin with intensive complexion-cleansing facials that exfoliate, extract and hydrate. Sink into a Jacuzzi, slip into the sauna or step into the steam room to help dissolve any tension. MSC’s salon offers a full range of services from hair cuts and coloring to make-up application and waxing. And, MSC also offers a relaxation and meditation area surrounded by glass overlooking the open ocean. Located on the top deck of the ship and furnished with small teak beds, it is the perfect place for some quiet time to rest and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. NightlifeSome of the most magical moments happen as the sun hits the horizon. Sing and dance with your new friends in MSC’s elegant bars, kick up your heels till the early morning in the disco, or sing your heart out at karaoke in the piano bar. Come out and meet new friends, enjoy a cocktail, and dance the night away!  Casino
Come out and take a chance at MSC’s Monaco inspired casino. Try your hand at "Trente et Quarante" one of the most popular games in European casinos or try "chemin de fer", poker, Punto Banco, black jack, or slot machines; just a few among a huge range of games. Shopping If you’re a shopper at heart, you’ll find paradise can be found onboard as well as in port. A wealth of onboard treasures await you in MSC’s duty free boutiques. Art Gallery and Auctions In the halls, suites and cabins of all MSC ships you can admire works of art, sculptures and graphic works created by leading Italian and international artists. With a visit to MSC’s floating galleries, you can take part in full-fledged auctions as you add to your collection or start one. Wireless at SeaWith MSC Cruises you can cruise and still stay connected even in the middle of the sea. Send emails, check the latest news or track the stock market in the Internet café, or bring your own laptop and take advantage of MSC’s Wi-Fi access around the ship; Wi-Fi cards are available for purchase on board. Dining Morning, noon and night, culinary choices abound on an MSC cruise. Aboard MSC ships, there are dining choices for every mood and appetite. You’ll find familiar favourites on each menu and the main restaurant aboard every MSC cruise ship features a different Italian regional speciality every night of your cruise so you can enjoy the authentic Italian culinary experience they like to call "La Cucina Italiana. Have a continental breakfast delivered to your stateroom, enjoy a causal outdoor lunch by the pool from the grill or pizzeria or partake in a more elaborate lunch in one of the dining rooms. Dinner is always a special occasion aboard MSC – the Italian meal itself is an art form. During MSC’s renowned seven-course dinner menu, experience the zest of flavours and gaiety of colours from an authentic Mediterranean cucina – garlic, olives, basil, red pepper and tomatoes – in our traditional family recipes. And satisfy your sweet tooth with Italian treats from tiramisu and cannolis to your favourite cakes, pastries and tarts. Or enjoy a meal in the comfort of your stateroom with room service. You’re sure to find something to please any palate aboard a MSC cruise.
Cruising with Family  Fun knows no bounds when it comes to MSC Cruises’ little travellers. With spaces devoted entirely to them such as a videogame room for the older children and a play room for tots, MSC provides a wide range of games for all ages including: checkers, chess, stencils, cards, modelling clay, colouring, group games and much more. Children ages 3 to 10* can opt to be part of MSC"s Mini Club where staff organize activities, shows and games. Kids will be kept entertained with arts and crafts, painting, treasure hunts, and mini-Olympics just to name a few.
*Note: Children under three are only permitted when accompanied by an adult who must remain with the child at all times. Meetings at Sea Provide the perfect incentive to stimulate your employees or the perfect environment to hold a meeting. MSC Cruises will work with you to tailor a package to meet all of your needs. The sea offers the ideal background for the organization of any type of event. Your meeting and congresses on board will be a guaranteed success. A complete range of equipment will be placed at your disposal: microphones, projectors, screens, flipcharts and overhead projectors, TV Studio, Internet workstations, telephone and fax machine. Take advantage of business cruising options to initiate teambuilding and to reward your staff for a job well done.
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