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MSC Seascape Review: A First Timer’s Take on Cruising

Aneesha DuBois

I’ve been traveling with my toddler since she was 2 months old; road trips, flights domestic and international, but I always shied away from cruises.

My primary reason was the itinerary. How much fun could it really be? For children, especially.

My secondary reason was the potential for motion sickness. Would I be seasick the entire trip?

Still, after a friend posted about her time aboard MSC Cruises , I began my research and soon thereafter booked an eight-night, seven-day cruise through the Caribbean aboard MSC Seascape , the cruise line’s newest ship built in 2022.

And it was one of our greatest travel experiences yet.

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Choosing an Itinerary

Depending on your availability, you can choose to embark between 1-5, 6-7 or 8+ nights. I chose 6-7 nights. This decision was because of MSC Cruises Eastern Caribbean cruise 7-night itinerary.

The cruise ship would stop in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, and Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, two places we had never traveled. And Nassau, Bahamas, and Ocean Cay Marine Reserve. The latter being MSC Cruises’ private island.

Since we had never traveled to the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, my thought was to make it part of our cruise vacation, explore the towns for a day and if we felt there was more to be explored, and/or loved our time there so much that it felt too short, we could book a longer vacation to either destination another time. Something like a taste test.

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Pre-Cruise Considerations

Choosing the port from which you embark is equally important as the destination(s). I chose Miami, Florida as our port; it’s a familiar city we have visited quite a bit.

And to avoid any anxiety that comes with missed or canceled flights, we flew in on American Airlines the day before the cruise ship was to set sail. And early enough that we spent our initial day in the Florida Everglades with Gator Park  on an airboat ride tour and then dinner at Gianni’s  on South Beach.

I highly recommend staying in downtown Miami as you are mere miles from the Port of Miami, from which all cruise ships embark.

We loved our stay at Eurostars Langford . The rooms were clean, spacious and the staff was great. They even allowed for early check-in at no additional cost. It was also within walking distance to several breakfast spots.

Downtown Miami is so close to South Beach that after breakfast, we took an Uber to Ocean Drive for a quick swim in the ocean, then back to the hotel to get dressed, all before boarding the ship.  

Exploring MSC Seascape

The MSC Cruises onboarding process was very easy; I felt so welcomed. And a bit overwhelmed – in a good way, with all there was to see and do.

MSC Seascape is a gorgeous new ship! I prepaid for a drinks package, so that was my first order of business as we sat down to take it all in.

Soon after, we dropped our bags in our stateroom. And we began exploring all that the ship had to offer. And it was a lot!

There are multiple pools including an adults-only pool, infinity pool with loungers, a Robotron overlooking the top deck, basketball court, state-of-the-art arcade, and Pirate’s Cove aqua park for kids that became my daughter’s favorite place. We would spend hours there.

I learned within an hour on board that it was much easier on both of us if I pushed my toddler around the ship in her stroller, as opposed to making her walk or her wanting to be carried. There were plenty of places to park the stroller while we swam, ate and played .

SheBuysTravel Tip:  If you are prone to motion sickness, try t aking a Dramamine each morning before breakfast. Just one sustained me the entire day. Only a few times did I feel the boat swaying, but I never felt sick. And that says a lot for a person who suffers from motion sickness.

When given the ability to choose a stateroom while booking our cruise, I honestly had no idea what I was doing. Should I choose a stateroom on the 9th, 10th or 11th floor? Front, middle, or back of the ship? I randomly selected a stateroom with a number I liked and on the 10th floor and it was perfectly located.

Again, I would highly suggest a room with a balcony as it really adds to the sight-seeing. We were able to watch the sun rise and set, listen to the ocean at night, having breakfast, lunch or dinner with a view, and if we were lucky, our ship would sail into port with our side facing the island. And when that happened in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico and Nassau, Bahamas, we had a view of the entire island from our cabin.

Our room was spacious enough once we made use of every ounce of closet and drawer space. We even were able to store our empty suitcases in the closet. The room was clean and comfortable. And the hot water never ran out… a plus!

And when we’d return to our cabin by the afternoon, our in-room attendant had already been there to freshen it up and provide new linen, and washcloths and towels, if requested.

There wasn’t much of a selection to watch on the television, but I didn’t mind that at all as the only time I turned it on was for background sounds to fall asleep.

SheBuysTravel Tip:  Avid cruise travelers decorate their door with the event they’re celebrating such as honeymoons, anniversaries, etc. We were celebrating my daughter’s 4th birthday so I spent the last bit of our time in Nassau, Bahamas looking for decor to decorate our cabin door as a surprise to her. All I could find was a table runner and a pack of squiggly balloons but I made it work… and she loved it!

Dining Aboard MSC Seascape

I’m a vegetarian and even still, the selection was vast and the food was very, very good. If we were hungry after our breakfast at The Green Wave Restaurant or after our dinner seating time at Cala Jondal, the Marketplace Buffet had an excellent selection, plus a kid’s buffet, and they were always churning out fresh dishes. All three of the above are part of the complimentary dining.

In addition, MSC Seascape had a great selection of specialty restaurants including a steakhouse with a butcher’s cut menu for an upcharge.

As a vegetarian, I knew I could only partake in some appetizers and side dishes. I made a reservation at the Mexican restaurant on board, and the food was great. Also on board was a chocolate bar, wine bar, sports bar, casino, and plenty of specialty stores including Venchi 1878 Gelato which paid homage to the cruise line’s Italian heritage.

SheBuysTravel Tip:  Be on time for your assigned dinner seating in the main dining room! I missed our seating time at Cala Jondal Restaurant because we didn’t want to miss the Sailaway Party on the top deck. After arriving 20 minutes late they weren’t able to seat me. I had to then hope no one showed up for the later 7:30pm seating time and they would accommodate me. That wasn’t the best experience but I had no one to blame but myself. They were able to seat me and from then on, my daily priority was to make sure we made our dinner seating time, on time.

Things To Do Aboard MSC Seascape

The daily itinerary that was available via the MSC App and a printed version left in our room every night prior was filled with activities on several areas of the ship, often happening simultaneously and for all ages.

There was no shortage of things to do and fun to be had…exhilarating and/or relaxing fun. On board MSC Seascape was even a Kids Club with rooms dedicated to age groups. We toured the Kids Club and while it looked like a good time for all, my daughter didn’t spend any time there.

Next time I will definitely pack outfits for themed nights such as the all-white party. While we still showed up and felt more than welcomed, I wish we had dressed for the occasion.

SheBuysTravel Tip:  Choose a cabin with a balcony if you can as it offers another activity. Throughout the day, especially for days at sea, we’d grab food from the buffet, gelato from the top deck and just take in the view, be it ocean view, other cruise ships in the distance or passing by islands.

Disembarking in the Caribbean

There are more than 5,600 passengers disembarking your cruise ship, so keep that in mind when it comes to activities off the ship. Lines get long, as do wait times at tourist attractions.

I made sure to be one of the first passengers off of the ship. Anticipating a long disembarkment, I was very early in line. But it wasn’t necessary because I had a stroller so I had to disembark on another floor and it was an easy and efficient process.

Every disembarkment after that, we’d wake up, head down to breakfast at The Green Wave Restaurant or the Marketplace Buffet, come back to our stateroom, get dressed and watch from the balcony as our ship cruised into port, before heading down to disembark.

Ports of Call

Prior to boarding MSC Cruises, I researched things to see and do at every destination so only in the Dominican Republic did I book with a tour guide company to show us all Puerto Plata had to offer.

In Old San Juan, 80 percent of the attractions were walkable. Same in Nassau, Bahamas. And once in Nassau, there were plenty of individuals offering tours. MSC Seascape offers the ability to book tours prior to disembarking but I preferred to do our own exploring, at our leisure. And it worked out really well.

A note: When we pulled into Old San Juan and Nassau, we were docked alongside Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Norwegian and Carnival cruise ships. While it tripled the number of passengers on and off the island, it never felt overwhelming or too crowded.

In the Bahamas, rather than book to swim with giant pigs, we found a small company that offered swimming with baby pigs. And it was a dream, especially with a 4-year-old.

There were fewer than 10 people on the beach at the time, we had a clear view of Atlantis Resort and we got to spend quality time with about 9 baby pigs. We were told the pigs’ parents stay in the brush and don’t come out to mingle with tourists. We stayed there for four hours or so. It was perfect!

In each port, MSC Cruises allotted between 7 and 9 hours for guests to be off the ship. It was enough. I never felt rushed and we would even reboard the cruise ship well before the mandatory board time.  

MSC’s Private Island Ocean Cay Marine Reserve

The last day of our cruise, MSC Cruises docked for 12 hours on its own private island, MSC Ocean Cay Marine Reserve. Because it’s owned by MSC, there were no other cruise ships docked.

The island is huge and filled with so many activities including kayaking, jet skiing, touring the lighthouse, swimming in the ocean, and paddle boarding.

The crew served lunch, buffet style, and you saw much of the same staff on the island as you did on the cruise ship.

There was an age limit on the sea excursions so we spent most of our time in the lagoon. A lifeguard even shared that four friendly reef sharks live in the lagoon but they don’t bother swimmers.

The one tour she could do, climbing the lighthouse on the island, was a highlight for my 4-year-old. She was so proud of herself for climbing to the top. And the lighthouse guide was so informative. She gave the history of the island and how MSC acquired it and how they’re building it up.

There are staff who live on the island 24/7, serving 1-2 MSC Cruise ships a day. Prior to setting sail, we all watched the lighthouse light show at dusk.

SheBuysTravel Tip:  Make reservations for your excursions on the private island; some activities can reach capacity.

Overall MSC Cruises Seascape Experience

Overall, I’m grateful our first cruise experience was with MSC Cruises and MSC Seascape as it was nothing short of amazing. We never had to wait long for service at the bar, breakfast or dinner. The hospitality staff – from servers to bartenders to in-room attendants – was spectacular.

I heard murmurs of complaining about the elevator wait times. However, I found the multiple elevator system to be state-of-the-art. But when you have 5,600+ people using the elevators especially when reboarding the ship, wait times would top 10 minutes. Plenty of people could be seen taking the steps in these cases.

Gratuities weren’t expected until our last night, but I was happy to leave more than the standard amount for our in-room attendant. And there was an automatic per passenger, gratuities cost you must settle before disembarking that is split between all staff on board.

I booked during one of the many MSC Cruises sale offerings and felt I got more than my money’s worth. And I spent less than $150 between my daughter and I, on food, activities and souvenirs at each port stop.

I’m looking forward to booking my next excursion with MSC Cruises and their Western Caribbean itinerary as it makes stops in Ocho Rios, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.

As this was my first time on board MSC Seascape Cruise, or any cruise for that matter, I was ignorant to all that there is to do for adults. This trip was to celebrate my daughter’s 4th birthday so I wasn’t thinking about myself but next time I’ll travel with another adult as there were activities I wasn’t able to participate in including Le Cabaret Rouge, the ship’s two-story nightclub. Granted she could have spent time in the kids club, but I wasn’t comfortable leaving her with strangers. And  we played so hard that we were in our room, in bed by 8:00 every night.

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1st impressions of MSC Seascape: 9 things I liked and didn't like about MSC's 4th Seaside-class ship

I've sailed all four of MSC Cruises' Seaside-class vessels , and MSC Seascape is the best one yet.

Apart from a few restaurants with different names, it's a near carbon copy of older sister MSC Seashore, which debuted in 2021 as the first vessel in the line's Seaside EVO (short for evolution) sub-class.

That said, there are still several noteworthy aspects that caught my attention. From major kudos to minor niggles, here's what I liked — and didn't like — on this glitzy 18-deck marvel.

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What I liked

Robotron , a robotic arm amusement ride on deck 19, sounded like a gimmick at first, but it's actually a lot of fun.

The ride holds three people and offers three speeds — slow, medium and fast. It lifts riders into the air, twisting and turning them to the beat of the music they select beforehand.

Not only is it more thrilling than I expected, it runs for about three minutes per ride and provides nearly 360-degree views of the ship's outdoor surroundings. It's well worth the $10-per-ride price tag.

The Yacht Club

For the first time, I stayed in MSC's Yacht Club, a private suite area you can only access with a special keycard.

I was blown away by the sheer elegance and high level of service, with my butler delivering daily newspapers and specialty coffee, handling spa reservations and escorting me to dinner each night.

A stay in the Yacht Club comes with extras like more cabin space (all cabins are suites) and an exclusive restaurant, lounge and sun deck with a pool and hot tubs.

In addition to nicer digs and semi-private facilities, cruisers also receive priority embarkation and disembarkation, butler and concierge services, unlimited in-cabin mini-bar beverages, free alcohol in the Topsail Lounge, an elevated dining menu, one free bottle of spirits, private elevator access, reserved theater seating and other perks.

Americanization

One of the biggest pain points for MSC Cruises in recent years is its seeming inability to understand what Americans want as the line continues to build ships specifically geared toward the North American market. I'm excited to say I think MSC Seascape represents a pivotal change in that area.

In addition to shorter dinners and larger portion sizes in the onboard restaurants, the level of service also feels elevated, even outside of the Yacht Club. Waiters are more attentive, the folks at guest services are more friendly, and I noticed more smiles from crew members all around.

That's not to say the service is bad on other vessels, but it's decidedly European. That means dinners routinely take two to three hours, waiters check in less frequently during meals to see what you might need, and service throughout is generally more brusque, bordering on aloof.

It seems MSC has, perhaps, begun training crew in a more American style of service.

Familiarity

Because this is the fourth Seaside-class ship and the second in the Seaside EVO sub-class, the vessel is familiar.

Those who have sailed on the others, particularly MSC Seashore , will find that MSC Seascape feels like home. You'll board knowing exactly where to go, which means you won't have to spend time learning your way around before enjoying your vacation.

You'll also find your favorites — the Jungle Pool, waterslides, kids club, arcade, Bridge of Sighs, buffet and restaurants — in all the same places.

Speaking of favorite returning venues, I'd be remiss if I didn't give a shoutout to Venchi.

The chocolate-themed bar on Deck 6, named for its partnership with the famed Italian chocolatier, reprises its role on MSC Seascape. It offers some of the best coffee and hot chocolate beverages (with or without alcohol) I've ever tasted, along with both fresh sweets and wrapped chocolates for purchase.

Even more impressive are the chocolate sculptures the crew craft by hand for all sorts of special occasions. On my sailing, they constructed a bonsai tree, an anchor, a slightly creepy Santa Claus and a likeness of Doremi, the cruise line's mascot.

Venchi also features an adorable seating area with high-top tables and stools that look like chocolate sandwich cookies. It can be loud during peak times, but often is a nice place to meet friends, check email or simply relax with a drink.

What I didn't care for

Near-constant noise.

In line with MSC's standard of decor, MSC Seascape is elegant to the max. It drips with chrome and crystal. However, the glamour clashes hard with the noise level just about everywhere on board.

On one night of my voyage, I was eating dinner at Hola!, a specialty Mexican restaurant, which is just off the atrium. My dining companion and I jumped out of our seats when an atrium show abruptly started at a ridiculous volume that, frankly, made it impossible to have a conversation as we finished our meal.

Elsewhere, it's difficult to find a quiet place to read or work, as all lounges seem to either feature live music or tunes that are piped in at decibels that feel wildly inappropriate.

Smoking on board is allowed only in designated outdoor areas and in the casino. However, the air filtration isn't great in the latter, which means the smell wafts out into the atrium, making for a somewhat unpleasant experience for anyone who doesn't light up.

Additionally, given the casino's central location, passengers are forced to walk through it to get from one end of Deck 7 to the other unless they choose to go up or down a deck.

With the smoke as bad as it is in that area, I smelled like cigarettes for the rest of the night after spending just 15 seconds passing through on my way to the theater.

Capacity issues

Even though my sailing wasn't at capacity — there were just 3,065 passengers out of a possible 5,632 when all berths are full — many spaces felt crowded and seemed incapable of handling the number of cruisers on board.

For example, the Times Square lounge, just beyond Venchi on Deck 6, hosts multiple trivia sessions on sea days, but there are never enough seats for everyone. Twice, I had to walk around the corner and sit at one of the tables at Venchi as I filled out my answer sheet.

In addition, the ship has the same type of digital elevator buttons that MSC Seashore implemented when it debuted.

The system, which forces you to select your floor before boarding and then assigns you a particular car based on traffic, didn't work on Seashore, and it doesn't work on Seascape, either.

On several occasions, the screen would tell me to expect my car to arrive in 20 seconds and then, inexplicably, update to read it would be two minutes.

In one particularly frustrating instance, I was forced to walk from Deck 15 to Deck 6 — nine decks, 18 flights of stairs — in high heels because my estimated wait time for an elevator was an astounding four minutes.

Single-use items

I'll admit that I'm not always as environmentally conscious as I should be. However, with how much cruise lines have been touting their green initiatives, I pay special attention to things like single-use items when I sail.

MSC Cruises makes a point of advertising its green efforts through The Foundation, the line's charitable arm, which aims to protect oceans and wildlife, among other things.

The line has also used its Ocean Cay private island as a marine cleanup project and made a pledge to become carbon neutral by 2050 as part of a larger industry effort organized by the Cruise Lines International Association, a cruise industry advocacy organization.

However, I noticed on MSC Seascape that daily programs are still printed and left in each cabin nightly, along with shore excursion brochures, spa price lists and more.

Plastic straws are still used for drinks, and single-use pats of butter were provided in the dining rooms during meals.

I was also rather shocked to discover that the Hola! Mexican restaurant on board provides cloth napkins but doesn't reuse them. Instead, they're thrown away after they're used. (A new one came with each course, so I had five of them by the end of my dinner.)

Bottom line

Overall, MSC Seascape provides lively elegance at a reasonable price point but also offers over-the-top accommodations for those seeking a higher level of exclusivity and service.

Even though it's not much different from MSC Seashore, there's plenty to love about the ship, and it truly feels like MSC has finally come close to cracking the code in terms of what Americans want.

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A ship’s traveler rating is provided under license by Cruiseline.com , which manages one of the largest databases of cruise reviews and ratings by travelers. A total of 160 guests have reviewed MSC Seascape , giving it a rating of 3.9 on a scale of 1-5.

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wholly disappointing

Apr 30th, 2024

See above comment. MSC hopefully will take these reviews seriously

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4-6 cruises

Great cruise experience

Overall excellent cruise for our family, it had exceeded our expectations in many ways.

Family (young children)

2-3 cruises

About 98% of the population was not from America but they were extremely rude. The cruise staff was very nice. The cruise would have a procedure for every event but would never follow it. So everything was unorganized

Awesome Trip

Apr 26th, 2024

We were nervous about going on MSC based on mixed reviews (mostly food related). We LOVED our MSC cruise and food was great. We WILL sail MSC again!

zero stars for customer service

Apr 24th, 2024

The cruise itself was fine. Food was fine. Other guests were awful. But that is not why I am writing this review. When we received our luggage to our room the first day one of the wheels had been completely taken off by their staff and not repairable. We went to customer service on our ship about this issue who could only offer us $80. The luggage is worth over $200 so we chose to fight it once we got off our ship. This process has been nothing short of unprofessional and unacceptable. I made numerous phone calls where I was told they could not help me and I needed to "email". I emailed the cruise to no response. I call again. I get the same run around and was told I had to fill out a "Lost and Found" Form. My luggage is not lost nor found so this didn't even make sense but I did what they asked. A month goes by with no response (they're supposed to respond 7-10 business days). I call again. I get told on the phone that they have no emails from me. So I gave them my claim number to which I was told it was DELETED. Furious, I tell the customer service rep I would like to speak to someone higher up and voiced my frustrations and again was told "I MUST EMAIL" and I was told they would and a rep would call me in 24-48 hours. These emails were not working and a phone call was never returned. I finally received an email for compensation of $100 (receipts below) I do not believe $100 was enough compensation but I was sick of dealing with them. To top it off. I received a $80 check in the mail!! I emailed them again voicing my frustration about this and they emailed me back that is all they would give me. How can you make an offer, in writing, and then not follow through on it? They are now stating they can not offer me anymore per policy. After this awful experience I DO NOT recommend you book a cruise with this company.

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Caribbean Cruis with MSC

Apr 23rd, 2024

MSC is by far the best cruise line I have sailed with. I will be cruising with them again, and I would even cruise this ship again! Everything was well thought out, the staff was amazing, the entertainment thorough. There was enough to do to keep you busy, but not so much that it was overwhelming.

Commercially raped and ear damage

Apr 13th, 2024

Never again with MSC. A real dissappointing experience.

Apr 9th, 2024

ALL THE STAFF WAS FRIENDLY. OVERALL, A GREAT EXPERIENCE

Enjoyable Experience In Yacht Club

Apr 8th, 2024

Overall very good first time cruising with MSC. Definitely planning on a repeat voyage next year.

perfect weather cruise

Apr 7th, 2024

7th MSC cruise. They make improvements with each one.

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MSC Seascape current location is at Caribbean Sea (coordinates 18.33393 N / -64.92086 W) cruising en route to VICHA. The AIS position was reported 4 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of MSC Seascape

MSC Seascape current cruise is 14 days, round-trip Caribbean Bahamas . The itinerary starts on 20 Apr, 2024 and ends on 04 May, 2024 .

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MSC Seascape Itineraries

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The 2022-built MSC Seascape cruise ship is Italy-built (by Fincantieri), MSC's 21th liner, and also the second SEASIDE EVO-Class vessel in the fleet - preceded by sistership MSC Seashore (2021).

The vessel (IMO number 9843807) is currently Malta- flagged (MMSI 256059000) and registered in Valletta .

History - construction and ownership

MSC Cruises (MSC Crociere) is a passenger shipping company headquartered in Genoa and Naples . It was established in 1960. Today, MSC Crociere is a subsidiary of MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) - the world's 2nd largest containership company . MSC is the world's largest privately/family-owned cruise company. By annual passenger shipping volumes, MSC is ranked the world's 4th largest cruise company - after Carnival Corporation , RCG-Royal Caribbean Group and NCLH-Norwegian .

In November 2017 MSC ordered 2x "Seaside EVO" class ships from Fincantieri (contract value EUR 1,8 billion). The new vessels are bigger (16 m longer, 17330 GT-tons larger, with 200 more cabins / 467 more passengers) in comparison to Seaview and Seaside . Newbuilds' deliveries were scheduled for 2021 (Seashore) and 2023 (Seascape). With Seaside EVO, MSC had a total investment of EUR 10,5 billion into 12 new vessels with scheduled deliveries by 2026.

The 4500-passenger "Seaside EVO" ship design is an enlarged version of MSC's Seaside-Class. Both classes were developed for year-round operations in warm climates. This explains signature features like large-sized outdoor areas, top-deck ropes course, 5-slide water park, 3x glass-floored catwalks, glass-walled (oceanview) elevators, wraparound Promenade Deck (lined with shops-bars-restaurants with both indoor-outdoor seating). Seaside-EVO ships have larger MSC Yacht Club (Suite-only complex), larger public areas, more outdoor whirlpools, more specialty restaurants with alfresco dining areas (on Promenade Deck 8), more staterooms.

Among vessels' technological features are advanced water- and garbage treatment plants, latest-generation scrubbers (pollution control technology removing particulates some gases from ship's exhaust streams), optimized hull, anti-fouling paints (specialized underwater hull coating), advanced heat recovery system, LED lighting (throughout). The vessel is fully compliant with IMO's "Safe Return to Port" requirement (how long the cruise ship should remain safe for evacuation).

Seascape is also one of the "smart ships" series and part of MSC's EUR 13,6 billion (10-year / 2017-2027) fleet expansion program that includes 17 newbuilds - up to a combined fleet of 29 liners.

MSC Seascape is fitted with new technologies specifically designed to improve passengers' onboard digital experience. MSC partnered with Samsung to support NFC (near-field communication) technology enabling passengers to use digital devices (smartphones, cruise card, bracelets) to geolocate themselves (and their relatives, kids, travel companions), to access their staterooms or make onboard payments. Interactive screens throughout the ship allow real-time booking (cruise and tours) and making reservations (dining, spa, beauty treatments). Beacon technology sends location-based, customized notifications to passengers' phones as they move around the ship. Beacons are triggered whenever a connected device moves into their vicinity.

Decks and Cabins

MSC Seascape staterooms (2270 total) are in 34 categories. The largest category is the YC Royal Suite (615 ft2). Seascape's cabins and suites include 14x aft-facing corner suites, 28x suites with outdoor jacuzzi (on the balcony), 6x bow-facing Grand Suites (2-bedroom, with swimming pools on the balcony), terraced suites (overlooking Promenade Deck), cluster cabins (for large families), 75x wheelchair-accessible cabins for disabled passengers (including 43x Inside, 8x Oceanview, 26x Balcony, 4x Suite).

Family staterooms' max occupancy varies between 6 (SUPERFAMILY) and 10 (SUPERFAMILY PLUS) passengers.

The boat has 19 decks , of which 12 are passenger-accessible and 11 with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

New dining options on MSC Seascape include the Fusion Restaurant (specialty) and VIP Fine Dining Restaurant. Ship's eateries offer cuisine specialties from all around the world, including Pan-Asian (premium steakhouse and seafood restaurant via a partnership with chef Roy Yamaguchi, with Chef's Table experience).

The ship offers 10x large-capacity eateries - 5x select restaurants (3x MDRs /main dining rooms, The Green Wave Restaurant , Aurea Restaurant, Yacht Club Restaurant), 5x themed food venues (Seafood Restaurant, Steak House, Teppanyaki, Sushi Bar, Bistrot) plus 20x specialty bars and lounges.

Follows the complete list of MSC Seascape restaurants and food bars.

• 3 main restaurants (complimentary dining rooms/MDRs) offer traditional Italian cuisine and wines. Dining rooms are open for Breakfast (7-9:30 am), Lunch (12-noon - 2 pm) and Dinner with 2 fixed seatings (7 pm and 9:30 pm) with a 7-course dinner menu (always includes vegan and vegetarian dishes).
• Aurea Restaurant (Suite-only)
• Yacht Club Restaurant (YC-category staterooms only)
• Marketplace Buffet & Restaurant (complimentary) is completely redesigned (in comparison to other fleetmates), divided into three large sections (Il Mercato, La Piazza, La Trattoria) and has a new alfresco dining area (Sky Bar), with total indoor seats 1100.
• Kaito Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar (specialty Japanese restaurant/at surcharge) features conveyor belt food delivery.
• Butcher's Cut is new for MSC specialty Steakhouse restaurant with alfresco seating (on the Waterfront Promenade).
• Ocean Cay by Ramon Freixa (specialty seafood restaurant/at surcharge)
• HOLA! Tacos & Cantina (specialty restaurant offering traditional Latin American and Mexican food)
• Fusion Restaurant (specialty/at surcharge)
• Bistrot (specialty/at surcharge)
• Chef's Court (deck 8) is new for MSC restaurant with both indoor/outdoor seating (on the Waterfront Promenade).
• VIP Restaurant (exclusive)
• Cala Jondal Restaurant
• Aegean Restaurant
• Skyline Restaurant

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

MSC Seascape's cruising concept focuses on outdoor spaces (public and cabin balconies), 11x outdoor/alfresco dining venues, 19x bars and lounges, 12x restaurants, outdoor wellness complex (spa and fitness with advanced Kinesis Technogym equipment), MSC Yacht Club (exclusive top-grade cabin complex with its own restaurant, bar lounge, solarium, sundeck, swimming pool).

The high-tech Chora Theatre (Theater Lounge) is the venue for evening Broadway-style production shows with compelling entertainment based on professional performers and top-notch media equipment. Passengers can also enjoy the ship's 5D Cinema, VR Maze, Rafting simulator, Formula 1 simulator (virtual-reality racing cars).

Family offerings onboard are expanded (compared to the SEASIDE-class MSC boats) with a bigger kids playground area and larger interactive waterpark (Pirate Cove-themed). The Seascape ship has one of the biggest water attractions at sea. To kids 1 to 3 years of age are offered supervised activities and games via MSC's partnership with Chicco. Children 3 to 11 years old can participate in numerous fun activities via MSC's partnership with LEGO. A dedicated LEGO Room is equipped with LEGO's trademarked brick toys available for MSC's Mini Club and Juniors Club (children-only lounges). Every voyage includes a special LEGO-themed event (named LEGO Experience On Board)  a full day at sea dedicated to LEGO-based family gaming.

MSC Seascape has two large teenager clubs - one for 12-14-year-olds and one for 15-17-year-olds. Depending on the time of day, a dedicated teens-only area serves as a PC/Playstation gaming room, disco, cinema.

Signature activity areas on MSC Seascape include Adventure Trail (outdoor playground with rope courses, net bridges, crawl-through slides) and Zip-Line (length 130 m / 427 ft). The aqua park has 5 waterslides, an interactive Slideboarding tube (combining video games, music, lights, 112-m long waterslide), Aquatube (innertube waterslide), two high-speed racing slides, and one flume-type (family) waterslide. The ship's aquapark also has 2 separate kids' playgrounds (AquaPlay and AquaSpray).

Among the cruise liner's complimentary amenities are also the 24-hour room service and supervised youth program, shipwide WiFI Internet access, laundry service. Follows the complete list of MSC Seascape lounges, clubs, and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Art Gallery, Photo Gallery & Shop
• Seascape Atrium (served by Atrium Bar)
• Two Theaters (main show lounges) including the 2-level Madison Theater
• Boulevard du Cabaret
• Le Cabaret Rouge (2-deck bar lounge)
• Shopping Arcade with duty-free shops (selling jewelry, brand fashion clothing and accessories, perfumes and cosmetics, brand watches and glasses, MSC-logoed merchandise), Boutique Monobrand, MSC Galleria Shopping Area
• Top Sail Lounge (2-deck bar lounge with live music, gourmet canapes, complimentary beverages)
• Uptown Lounge
• MSC Aurea Bar
• Chocolate Factory
• Venchi 1878 Gelato (ice cream and creperie bar by Venchi / Italian gourmet chocolate manufacturer)
• Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar (patisserie by Venchi)
• Casino (gambling lounge served by Casino Bar)
• Cocktail Bar, Sky Bar, Shine Bar, Horizon Bar, The Wine Cellar, Champagne & Wine Bar
• Times Square
• Rafting simulator
• F1 car simulator
• 2x bowling lanes (full-size bowling alleys)
• 4x twisting waterslides
• Zip-Line (length 130 m / 427 ft)
• Disco Nightclub and Bar
• Creperie and Ice Cream areas
• Spa Wellness complex (with swimming pool and Jacuzzi), Solarium (sundeck), Yoga Studios, Nail Salon & Boutique, Massages and Treatments Rooms, Medi SPA, Beauty Salon, Barber Shop, Jean Louis David Hair Salon (hairdresser, hair treatments), Spa Reception, Spa Doctor
• Top 19 Solarium (exclusive Yacht Club sundeck)
• MSC Gym by Technogym (Fitness Centre with External Gym Area)
• MSC Business Center
• Pool Room, Broadcasting Room (the ship's TV production studio)
• Liberty Plaza
• Brooklyn Cafe
• Comedy Club Bar
• MSC Yacht Club (Suite complex of top-tier cabin grades)
• VIP Bar Lounge, Family Lounge, Jungle Pool Lounge
• 6x swimming pools, Spa Pool, Lido Pool, Raised Pool, Indoor Pool Bar
• Long Island Pool (served by Long Island Bar) is the ship's main swimming pool with 2 different water depths (swimming and standing). The area features a 360-degree water fountain island (located in the center), a lounge space (within the pool), 6x Jacuzzis (2x Infinity). Long Island Pool and Pirates Cove Aquapark are interconnected.
• Pirates Cove Aqua Park with waterslides, Kids Playground
• Jungle Pool covered by Magrodome (retractable/slide-opening glass roof that can be closed to create an indoor relaxation/entertainment area)
• Jungle Pool Lounge & Beach Bar
• 1x aft Infinity Pool (with half-submerged concrete loungers/extends directly to the stern), 2x Infinity Jacuzzis (portside and starboard/10-seat each), Infinity Bar, Infinity Bridge
• "Bridge of Sighs" is a panoramic catwalk (glass-floored walking platform with glass railings) located 22 m / 72 ft above the Infinity Pool (aft on Deck 8).
• Children's Area houses Young Club (teenagers 12-14-yo), Teen Club (15-17-yo), Junior Club LEGO, Mini Club LEGO, Baby Club CHICCO, Doremi Land, Doremi Studio, VR Maze (virtual reality room), Hall of Games (virtual gaming lounge with arcade machines), Reception (for the kids' facilities).
• Adventure Trail is a 2-deck outdoor playground with Rope Courses, Net Bridges, Zip-Line, crawl-through slides
• MSC Sports Arena (multi-sports court for playing volleyball, basketball, football, tennis) with stadium seating and a large outdoor movie screen.

Seascape's "MSC Yacht Club" is currently the fleet's largest (total area 32000 ft2 / 2973 m2). The all-inclusive Suite complex (ship-within-a-ship concept) accommodates the highest paying passengers (YC cabin categories only). It spreads over 4 decks and features a 3-deck high Onyx Wall (back-lit), Swarovski crystal-covered staircases, Top Sail Lounge (bar lounge with live music, gourmet canapes, complimentary beverages), exclusive restaurant (breakfast-lunch-dinner, premium wine list, daily-changed a la carte menu), poolside bar and grill. The private sundeck and pool area were expanded to 21000+ ft2 (1950 m2), with a bigger swimming pool and a panoramic Jacuzzi (8-seats, with individual controlled jets). The complex houses 131x Suites plus 2x Owners Suites (new category cabins sized 1054 ft2 / 98 m2) with larger terraces (outdoor hot tub, glass wall, dining, and sundeck areas).

Seascape ship's outdoor deck space is also the fleet's largest (~13000 m2 / 140000 ft2) and includes the 540-m (1772-ft) long Waterfront Promenade lined up with outdoor bars and dining venues.

Itineraries

MSC Seascape itinerary program (at least the inaugural cruise season 2022-2023) is based mainly on 7-day Western and Eastern Caribbean voyages leaving roundtrip from homeport Miami (Florida USA) . The 7-day roundtrips can be combined into 14-day B2Bs/back-to-back cruises . Special itineraries have lengths 6-8-13-15-days.

The Maiden Voyage is currently scheduled for November 19, 2022. The 17-day Transatlantic crossing (RepositionCruises.com) is from Italy to the USA (Civitavecchia-Rome to NYC New York), and visits Spain (Barcelona, Valencia, Cadiz), Madeira Island (Funchal), and Bermuda (Kings Wharf/overnight).

During winter season 2022-2023, the liner from PortMiami visits the following destinations/ports:

• 7-day "Eastern Caribbean" itinerary to Bahamas ( MSC Ocean Cay and Nassau ), Puerto Rico ( San Juan ) and Dominicana ( Puerto Plata )
• 7-day "Western Caribbean" itinerary to Bahamas (MSC Ocean Cay), Mexico ( Cozumel ), Grand Cayman ( George Town ) and Jamaica ( Ocho Rios )

In January 2024, MSC announced that in November 2025, Seascape will start year-round homeporting in Galveston Texas USA , with a Caribbean schedule based on 7-night roundtrips visiting Mexico (Costa Maya, Cozumel) and Honduras (Roatan Island). MSC's maiden voyage out of Texas was scheduled for November 9th.

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MSC Seascape Wiki

During MSC Seaside 's delivery ceremony (November 29, 2017), MSC announced an order for two "Seaside EVO" ships from Fincantieri (contract value EUR 1,8 billion). The new ships are 17,330 GT-tons larger, 16 m (52 ft) longer and with 467 more passengers ( capacity ) in comparison to the sisterships Seaview and Seaside. Deliveries were scheduled for 2021 May ( Seashore ) and 2022 November (Seascape).

In early-August 2018, MSC signed an agreement for EUR 1,5 billion (USD 1,74 billion) for both "Seaside EVO" shipbuilding projects. The financing was via a partnership with a syndicate of three lender banks (Unicredit, BNP Paribas, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti). Fully backing the credit line was the Italian export credit agency SACE SIMEST. With the addition of Seaside EVO ships, MSC had an unprecedented total investment of EUR 10,5 billion into 12 newbuilds with scheduled deliveries by 2027.

The vessel's keel-laying ceremony (aka coin ceremony) was held on June 24, 2021, at Fincantieri Monfalcone Shipyard (near Trieste, Italy ). The ceremony's godmothers (madrinas) were two employees - Silvia Bozzetto (Category Manager & Retail with MSC) and Jolette Vincenzi (Production Supervisor with Fincantieri). The godmothers placed 2 special edition coins under the keel block (hull's first block) for good fortune. The special event was attended by Pierfrancesco Vago (MSC's Executive Chairman) and Giuseppe Bono (Fincantieri's CEO).

The vessel (yard/hull number 6307) was launched/floated out from drydock on November 18, 2021. The ceremony was attended by Giuseppe Bono (Fincantieri) and Pierfrancesco Vago (MSC). Curiously, on the same day was officially named the sistership MSC Seashore . Seashore's christening was held at MSC Ocean Cay (Bahamas) , making it the ever-first official ship naming ceremony held on a private island.

Fun fact is that the MSC EVO shipbuilding project (1 unit construction) involves 10+ million manhours of construction works and ~4000 shipyard employees. The ship design features large play areas for children, Adventure Trail ropes course, an interactive aqua park with 5x waterslides, 3x glass-floored catwalks, Promenade Deck (at sea level) lined up with shops-bars-restaurants (with both indoor-outdoor seatings), glass-walled (sea-view) elevators.

The company Shores Global LLC provided all the vessels' outdoor wicker furniture (on passenger cabin balconies and poolside) or 3000+ pieces (deckchairs and sun loungers per ship). The company is a major cruise ship furniture supplier, offering consulting (fabrics and materials) and production process management.

The ship was officially delivered to MSC from Fincantieri on November 16, 2022. The delivery ceremony (held at Monfalcone yard) was attended by Matteo Salvini (since 2022 - Italy's  Deputy Prime Minister of Italy and Minister of Infrastructure and Sustainable Mobility), Anna Maria Cisint (Monfalcone's Mayor), Massimiliano Fedriga (Friuli-Venezia Giulia's President), Admiral Nicola Carlone (Port Authorities' Commandant), Zoe Africa Vago (ship's godmother), Captain Roberto Leotta (ship’s Master), Pierfrancesco Vago (MSC), Gianluigi Aponte (MSC Group's Founder and Chairman), General Claudio Graziano (Chairman of Fincantieri's Board of Directors) and Pierroberto Folgiero (Fincantieri's CEO), Luigi Matarazzo (Fincantieri's General Manager Merchant Ships Division), Cristiano Bazzara (Monfalcone shipyard's Director).

MSC Seascape's christening ceremony was on December 7, 2022, held dockside at Manhattan Cruise Terminal in NYC (New York USA) . Untraditionally for MSC cruise ships, Seascape's godmother Sophia Loren (1934-born Italian film actress who named each new MSC liner since 2003) named the vessel virtually (via real-time live video streaming), while Alexa Aponte-Vago (daughter of Gianluigi Aponte/MSC Group’s founder and executive chairman) cut the ribbon and officially named the boat. The naming event was attended by 3000+ guests.

Seascape is MSC's first liner named in New York City. Starting in April 2023, the company plans to homeport at least one liner in NYC for year-round roundtrips leaving out of Brooklyn Cruise Terminal.

Inaugural cruise itineraries 2022-2023

Next tables show the ship's first voyages by destination/region and length, all leaving roundtrip from PortMiami . Prices are in USD per person (based on double occupancy).

(MAYDEN VOYAGE 2022) 17-day Transatlantic crossing from Europe to the USA

The Transatlantic crossing (RepositionCruises.com) was also offered from Barcelona (15-days/Nov 21), Valencia (14-days/Nov 22) and Funchal Madeira (10-days/Nov 26).

(inaugural Caribbean cruise) 7-day Eastern Caribbean

(inaugural B2B) 15-day Eastern Caribbean from $1915 pp

(inaugural Western Caribbean B2B) 13-day, from $1460 pp

(inaugural 7-day Western Caribbean) from $780 pp

MSC SEASCAPE

NEW HORIZONS AT SEA

An immersive experience truly connecting you to the sea awaits you onboard MSC Seascape. MSC Seascape ship pays tribute to the beauty of the ocean with a whole host of innovative design features to enable guests to enjoy new horizons at sea, through her impressive outdoor spaces designed for relaxation, dining and entertainment. Coveted pools, panoramic lifts and the breath-taking glass skywalk Bridge of Sighs, make MSC Seascape iconic and unique for sensational points of view on the ocean. Beyond that, the new immersive high-tech entertainment with innovative technology provides guests with endless options.

ITINERARIES

Main features, environmental stewardship.

Discover more on how the MSC Group is actively contributing to impactful environmental conservation and humanitarian programs at the MSC Foundation Centre on board.

Design features

MSC Seascape pays tribute to New York City, which as a destination represents the spirit of discovery and cultural experiences that is at the heart of the MSC Cruises guest experience. As such, the design features, public areas and venue names are inspired by the metropolitan U.S. city. These include an imposing three-metre-high replica of the Statue of Liberty at the heart of the casino and a newly designed expansive retail and entertainment area, aptly named Times Square. The main feature of this new area is an impressive 8.5 metre-high LED wall spanning four decks with a projection of the iconic skyline of this entertainment hub in Manhattan that can change from day to night.

Incanto del mare - Magic of the sea

The monumental sculpture Incanto del Mare was created for the MSC Foundation by Venini , one of the world’s most esteemed glassmakers, which celebrated its 100th Anniversary in 2021.

The sculpture rises from deck 5 through to deck 8, it sends a powerful message of care for the sea and our planet to thousands of voyagers every year, evoking the beauty and fragility of sea.

As a work of art, the creation symbolises the MSC Foundation’s dedication to protecting and promoting the natural environment of which we are a part and upon which we depend: our Planet.

MSC Seascape is the perfect location for the sculpture, bringing its message of care for the sea, which must – for our own as well as their health – be respected, maintained and nurtured.

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.

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.

ROBOTRON offers the breath-taking thrill of a rollercoaster at sea combined with a personalised DJ music experience. It is 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.

Family & Kids

MSC Seascape has one of the largest kids' area of any ship in the fleet, with 703 m2 of dedicated space . The ambient has been redesigned to offer an unbeatable experience for kids. From the décor, design colors, and themes of the areas, the MSC Seascape’s Kids Club will give all children a chance to reach for the stars, thanks to a futuristic theme, dedicated to space and planetary exploration. Every cruise includes a special and unmissable event: the " LEGO® Experience On Board "- an entire day dedicated to LEGO® bricks & activities for the whole family to enjoy. While the colorful Baby Club areas are designed in partnership with Chicco  for children’s leisure. With 98 hours of live entertainment parents and children can always find something new and exciting to enjoy together!

Shopping On Board

Anchored by TimeVallée , hosting a variety of luxury watch maisons, the shopping experience on board is second to none. Find the perfect memento to commemorate your cruise, and any items you may have forgotten at home.

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MSC Aurea Spa

Offering a wide selection of Balinese massages and other wellness and beauty treatments to revitalise body and soul, the lavish MSC Aurea Spa  on MSC Seashore is a haven for relaxation and pampering, complete with a thermal area, beauty salon and nail boutique while the Saloon and barber are completely redesigned.

MSC Yacht Club

Located on the coveted foredecks on the ships, spanning four decks and providing sweeping sea views the MSC Yacht Club on MSC Seascape will become the largest and most luxurious in MSC Cruises’ fleet, with almost 3,000 sqm of space including a bigger solarium and a a panoramic whirlpool. Guests looking for a premium, all-inclusive cruise experience with private amenities and 24-hour butler service – while still enjoying the recreation and entertainment possibilities that the rest of the ship offers – can choose to sail in the MSC Yacht Club , MSC Cruises’ exclusive ship-within-a-ship concept.

CABINS & suites

• Surface approx. 21 to 98 sqm, balcony (if any) approx. 8-25 sqm , deck 16-19 .
• Luxury suites with premium interiors
• Some Suites have balcony with private whirlpool.
• Spacious wardrobe Bathroom with large shower and/or tub
• Comfortable double bed which can be converted in two single beds (on request)
• Interactive TV, Wi-Fi connection, telephone and safe
• Mini bar and Air conditioning.

Choose the Suite that best suits you:

• MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suite with whirlpool bath (surface approx. 98 sqm,    balcony  approx. 25 sqm, deck 19
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with whirlpool bath (surface approx. 62 sqm,   large balcony approx. 62 sqm , deck 16 )
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suite (surface approx 25-43 sqm , balcony approx.  8-12 sqm , deck 16-19 )
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite (surface approx. 25-34 sqm with balcony approx . 8 sqm, deck 16-19 )
• MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite (surface approx . 21 sqm, deck 16-18 )

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

• 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
• Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
• Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
• Balinese massage package and Specialty restaurants package, available up to 2 days prior to embarkation; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
• 1 Free cruise change

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Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

• Surface approx 17-49 sqm, balcony approx. 7-38 sqm, deck 9-15 • Some Suites have balcony with private whirlpool. • 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

• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea (surface approx 49 sqm, balcony approx. 17 sqm, deck 11-14 ) • Grand Suite Aurea (surface approx 35-49 sqm, large balcony approx. 10-21 sqm, deck 9-13 ) • Premium Suite Aurea with whirlpool (surface approx. 28 sqm, balcony approx. 7 sqm, deck 9-15 ) • Premium Suite Aurea with terrace (surface approx. 28 sqm, balcony approx. 38 sqm, deck 9 ) • Premium Suite Aurea (surface approx. 28 sqm, balcony approx. 7 sqm, deck 9-15 ) • Deluxe Suite Aurea (surface approx. 20 sqm, balcony approx. 8 sqm, deck 9-15 ) • Junior Suite Aurea (surface approx. 17 sqm, balcony approx. 16 sqm, deck 9 )

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Size, layout and furniture may vary that shown (within the same cabin category)

• Surface approx 16-17 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

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

• Balcony Aurea (best ship position, surface approx.  17 sqm, deck 9-15 )
• Deluxe Balcony (surface approx. 16-17 sqm, deck 9-15 )

*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass. The image is representative only

Entertainment

Pirates Cove Aquapark

RESTAURANTS & BUFFET

The ship has eleven eateries - three main restaurants, a dedicated Aurea restaurant and the Yacht Club restaurant, a 1,169 seater buffet - and five specialty restaurants including the Butcher’s Cut, Ocean Cay fish restaurant, HOLA! Tacos & Cantina and Kaito Teppanyaki and Sushi Bar.

Butcher’s Cut with Al Fresco dining

This American-style steak house serves select Linz heritage angus beef, gold standard in high-end angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The highest quality product custom cut by master butchers and aged to perfection. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger. 

HOLA! Tacos & Cantina

The new fast-casual street food dining concept, offers a selection of Latin American and Mexican-inspired dishes and drinks to be shared and enjoyed in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, open for lunch and dinner. Choose from a tantalising array of dishes from blue corn tacos and nachos, and tasty tamales through to tortilla soup or vegetarian tacos, all to be savoured with our selection of Top 10 Tequilas and Mezcals! 

Kaito Teppanyaki 

Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish teppanyaki restaurant and sushi restaurant. This charming venue offers deliciously authentic Asian cuisine prepared on the spot with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. 

Kaito Sushi bar

Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish sushi restaurant. This charming venue offers deliciously authentic Asian cuisine prepared on the spot with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients. 

Marketplace buffet restaurant

A wonderfully comfortable and casual place to eat. It’s the ideal place for enjoying a great informal Mediterranean dining experience with a spectacular sea view. Visible kitchens and a Mozzarella-making area allow guests to watch our chefs preparing the fresh food. The extensive buffet area includes various multifunction corners serving international dishes, ethnic cuisine, healthy options and a multitude of other tastes. 

Ocean Cay restaurant

A mouthwatering menu of sophisticated fish dishes and other recipes, made with the freshest ingredients and complemented by a wonderful wine list: these are the magic ingredients of the luxury fish restaurant. 

The Green Wave restaurant

In our main restaurant, we offer a unique culinary experience every day. With our exquisite Mediterranean and international specialties and a daily changing menu, we ensure that no two days are the same, providing you with a fresh and exciting dining experience each time. 

Cala Jondal Restaurant

Skyline restaurant, aegean restaurant, bars & lounges, le cabaret rouge.

Le Cabaret Rouge aft lounge will provide live performances, singers, dancers, aerialists, contortionists, and many more specialty acts bringing the Roaring 20’s back to life.

MSC Signature Casino

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• Deluxe Interior
• Premium Interior
• Deluxe Ocean View
• Deluxe Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Junior Suite Aurea
• Premium Suite Aurea
• Grand Suite Aurea
• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea
• MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suite

BS : Cabin with bathtub and shower | T : Terrace | W : Balcony with whirlpool bath *Bunk beds are not suitable for children under the age of 6. • 3rd and 4th beds available in all categories except for Premium Suite Aurea and MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite. • 5th bed available in Premium Interior, Premium Suite Aurea with whirlpool, Grand Suite Aurea, MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suite. • 6th bed available in Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea (cabins 11001, 12001 and 14001 have two double beds and one double sofa bed). • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you.

Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking. 

• Gross tonnage: 169,400
• Number of passengers: 5877
• Crew members: 1648
• Number of cabins: 2270
• Length / Beam / Height: 323 m / 41 m / 74 m
• Maximum speed: 21,80 knots

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Everything you need to know about MSC Cruises cabins and suites

A relative newcomer in the North American market, MSC Cruises is equal parts elegant and kitschy. The line tends to appeal to a wide swath of cruisers, from Europeans who like to party into the wee hours of the morning to American families who book because of affordable fares and "kids sail free" pricing.

To satisfy its diverse passenger base, MSC offers accommodations to fit all types of travelers. Rooms include inexpensive inside cabins that sleep two people, midlevel staterooms with windows and balconies, and high-end suites that offer cruisers with larger budgets a private oasis in the form of the MSC Yacht Club .

A variety of connecting rooms and cabins with extra bunks accommodate larger groups and families who wish to share space.

Because your cruise cabin will be your home away from home for several days, it's important to book one that fits your needs. That's especially true if you're sharing it with several people.

Whether you're looking at an inside cabin for a cruise with friends, balcony accommodations for you and your significant other or a suite for your family, here TPG breaks down what you can expect when you book a room on one of MSC's ships.

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MSC Cruises cabin primer

MSC Cruises has become one of the fastest-growing lines in the cruise industry, with about two dozen ships in its fleet. The vessels fall into six classes : Lirica, Musica, Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World.

Although cabin offerings can vary from ship to ship and class to class, the standard types remain the same: inside, outside, balcony and suite.

Additionally, you'll find the same basic amenities in each room, unless otherwise noted below. They include two twin beds that can be joined to form a queen- or king-size bed; an in-cabin bathroom with a shower, a sink, a toilet and basic soap, shower gel and shampoo; a couple of nightstands; a chair or sofa; a desk/vanity; a closet; a safe; a hair dryer; a minifridge; a phone; USB outlets and a selection of both North American and European outlets.

On all ships except MSC Lirica, MSC Opera, MSC Sinfonia and MSC Armonia, you'll also find an interactive TV that allows you to view the daily schedule, check your onboard account and choose from a selection of live TV programs and movies.

Twice-daily room tidying is provided by a room steward assigned to each cabin, and room service is available throughout the day for an added fee.

One confusing aspect of MSC's bookings is that you'll have to select an experience package in addition to a cabin type. Package tiers determine things like your ability to choose a specific cabin and preferred dining time and whether you'll receive welcome amenities in your room. Certain cabin types are only available in conjunction with certain package experiences and vice versa. Those are noted in each respective section below.

Accessible cabins , including accommodations for wheelchair users, are available on every ship in MSC's fleet. In addition to more space, they feature wider doorways and lowered sinks and toilets in the bathrooms, as well as grab bars.

MSC Cruises' experience packages

Here's what you get when you book each of MSC's three experience packages, which determine the perks you'll receive on your sailing.

• Accommodations
• Complimentary food in the dining room and buffet
• Broadway-style theater entertainment
• Access to the onboard gym, pool and kids club
• MSC Voyagers Club points
• One for-fee change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
• Drink package discount at time of booking
• All Bella perks
• Choice of specific cabin and location
• One free change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
• Ability to choose between early and late seating for dinner
• Room service (complimentary for breakfast, but fees apply for other meals)
• Discount on pre-cruise specialty dining package
• All Fantastica and Bella perks
• Flexible My Choice dining, which lets you eat at any time you choose between set hours
• Free 24-hour room service delivery
• Pillow menu
• A welcome package, including Prosecco and chocolates
• Complimentary access to your ship's solarium and thermal area
• A 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
• Special Balinese massage offer when booked pre-cruise
• Complimentary use of bathrobe and slippers
• Priority boarding and luggage drop-off

Inside cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Inside cabins — rooms with no windows — are available on all ships in the MSC fleet. Ranging from 140 to 301 square feet (depending on the ship), they make for great sleeping because they're so dark. They're also ideal for passengers who are on a budget.

In addition to the standard amenities mentioned above, they provide room for anywhere from two to four passengers to sleep. (Rooms that sleep more than two feature bunks that pull down from the ceiling.)

These cabins are available with the line's Bella and Fantastica experiences.

If you're sailing solo, some MSC vessels offer cabins for one outfitted with a twin bed that converts into a couch. These interior studio accommodations are only available with the Bella package on MSC Meraviglia , MSC Bellissima and the line's World Class ships.

Ocean-view cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Ocean-view rooms are similar to insides in that they provide basic amenities — but with a view.

Offering 129 to 269 square feet of space (depending on the specific ship and ocean-view category), these staterooms allow you to see outside through a porthole or a window that doesn't open.

MSC's outside cabins are available to passengers who book Bella and Fantastica packages.

Additionally, if you're traveling with your family or another group, several of MSC Cruises' ships — particularly those in the Meraviglia and Seaside classes — feature space for as many as 10 passengers via a series of connecting rooms. Options are available at the ocean-view and balcony levels.

Balcony cabins on MSC Cruises ships

You might be surprised to discover that most of MSC Cruises' balcony cabins provide less interior square footage than what's available in inside or ocean-view staterooms.

Balcony rooms run anywhere from 129 to 205 square feet, but their key feature is, of course, a private balcony, which does add an extra 32 to 129 square feet, depending on the vessel and specific type of balcony room booked. These cabins are bookable in conjunction with MSC's Bella, Fantastica and Aurea experiences.

Although balcony cabins offer upgraded amenities, including MSC's brand of hand lotion and toiletries, they are largely the same as inside and ocean-view accommodations.

MSC's newest ships — including those in the Meraviglia, Seaside and World Classes — house connecting balcony rooms that can sleep up to 10 in the same group traveling together.

Additionally, on its World Class ships, the line has introduced inward-facing balconies, similar to the ones Royal Caribbean pioneered in 2009 with the debut of its Oasis Class vessels . On World Europa, for example, they overlook the ship's promenade, offering views of the activity below, rather than the ocean.

MSC Cruises suites

All ships in MSC's fleet have suites that can be booked as part of the Fantastica and Aurea packages, but it's Aurea that offers the largest number of perks, as outlined above.

The several types of suites vary by ship in terms of size and amenities. Some come with balconies, while others only offer floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.

Junior Suites

Although this room type is listed as a suite, it's essentially a balcony cabin with a bit more space — 183 square feet of interior accommodation with a balcony that ranges from 140 to 183 square feet.

Standard suites include rooms with huge balconies larger than the cabin's interior space and ones with private whirlpool tubs. They run from 269 to 355 square feet, with balconies measuring 32 to 409 square feet.

Grand Suites

Coming in between 377 and 420 square feet, with balconies spanning from 32 to 495 square feet, Grand Suites — found on Seaside and World Class ships — come in two types. They include standard one-bedroom Grand Suites, as well as two-bedroom varieties.

The latter has one bedroom with a queen-size bed and another with two twins. It sleeps up to five passengers and offers two bathrooms — one with a shower and the other with a bathtub.

While most suites are designed for double occupancy, some suite accommodations on MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Magnifica can sleep up to five people.

MSC Yacht Club suites on MSC ships

All cabins located in the MSC Yacht Club — an exclusive, gated area on select ships — are called suites, even the smallest and least expensive, which don't have windows or balconies.

Yacht Club suite types range from insides to two-deck duplexes, all of which come with butler and concierge services, luxuriously appointed furnishings (such as real marble finishes, memory foam mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets) and access to members-only restaurants, bars (alcohol is free there), lounges, pools and sun decks.

The Yacht Club features seven different types of rooms. Ships that have the MSC Yacht Club on board include MSC Bellissima, MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seascape, MSC Seaview, MSC Seashore, MSC Splendida, MSC Virtuosa and MSC World Europa.

Note: Not all Yacht Clubs have the same suite types available.

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites

Although these 161- to 226-square-foot cabins don't offer a view or fresh air, they are elegantly decorated and include all the Yacht Club benefits mentioned above.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites

These Yacht Club digs are the equivalent of a balcony cabin — but in a dedicated area that includes all the exclusive perks. They run 236 to 366 square feet and have balconies ranging from 54 to 86 square feet, so they also come with a bit more space, both inside and outdoors.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suites

Similarly, Deluxe Grand Suites are like the Yacht Club equivalent of booking a Grand Suite with more perks. Depending on the ship, they offer anywhere from 269 to 463 square feet of space, plus 65- to 129-square-foot balconies. Some Grand Suites also have two bedrooms instead of one. Further, these rooms on Seaside Class ships include bathrooms with bathtubs, as well as separate living areas.

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suites

Rising two decks, MSC's duplex staterooms measure 495 to 635 square feet and come with 65- to 334-square-foot balconies. They feature living rooms with two-person sofa beds downstairs and master bedrooms upstairs, which also sleep two passengers.

Each of these accommodations comes complete with two walk-in closets and two bathrooms — one with a bathtub and one with a shower. Most duplexes on Meraviglia and World Class ships also have their own private whirlpool tubs.

MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family Suites

The line's Executive and Family Suites, available only on Fantasia Class vessels, are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to stay in the Yacht Club with a family or other group of more than two people.

This option, which is one type of suite (despite its confusing name), has space for up to five cruisers via a combination of bunk beds, sofa beds and beds that pull down from the ceiling, depending on the ship. The suites clock in at around 431 to 549 square feet, depending on the vessel.

The only drawback is that these staterooms have no balconies and no in-room dining areas, but they do include all the perks you'd find in Yacht Club cabins.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites

Although they only occupy one level, at 388 to 667 square feet, MSC's Yacht Club Royal Suites are right up there with the Duplex Suites in terms of space. They offer the second-largest amount of square footage after the Owner's Suites. They come with huge balconies comprising 355 to 753 square feet of outdoor area.

Additionally, bathrooms in these suites offer bathtubs on Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World Class ships, and the latter three have private whirlpool tubs, as well. All four classes' Royal Suites also include separate living room areas.

MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suites

The largest and most impressive of all MSC's cabins are the Owner's Suites found in the Yacht Club. Offering an impressive 840 to 1,119 square feet — larger than some land-based apartments — plus 269- to 670-square-foot balconies, they're some of the most luxurious rooms afloat.

Specific amenities vary by ship, but as an example, Owner's Suites on MSC World Europa offer floor-to-ceiling windows and walk-in closets. These accommodations on both the line's Seaside and World Class vessels also feature bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs, as well as private whirlpool tubs and separate living room areas.

Bottom line

Although MSC Cruises' cabin types are straightforward, the line's add-on experiences can complicate things a bit.

Overall, what's key to remember is that MSC Cruises offers a wide variety of rooms and pricing to meet just about any budget or style of cruising. Each ship will offer accommodation choices from the least expensive, bare-bones interior rooms to the priciest suites, which come with butler and concierge services.

When you sail with MSC Cruises, you can expect function, style and comfort, regardless of the cabin type you book.

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