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MSC VOYAGERS CLUB

Membership levels, discover more, how to collect points.

Each time you cruise with us, you will earn points to upgrade your membership level. You can collect points based on the type of MSC Experience purchased, onboard services prepaid before the cruise and onboard expenses. Points are credited at the end of the cruise, approximately ten days after the disembarkation date. Take a look at more details below. 

MSC Experience purchased

As of May 27 2019, members who book a Voyages Selection departure will be credited double membership points for the type of Experience chosen. Points will be assigned at the end of the cruise.

Onboard services prepaid before the cruise : you earn 100 points every 150 €/$ on expenses made before the cruise on MSC packages and services included in the cruise booked*.  Onboard expenses: you earn 100 points for every 150 €/$ spent on board, excluding casino expenses. Points for onboard expenses (including pre-boarding purchased shipboard credit) will only be assigned to the MSC Voyagers Club cardholder making the final payment.

*For currencies other than € euro, the currency conversion on purchase day will apply.

BONUS POINTS:

Starting from 28 July 2017, members also have the opportunity to collect bonus points. Members with an upcoming confirmed booking with MSC will receive 100 bonus points if they update or confirm their contact details (email, phone, address) up to 72 hours before sailing. Members can update or confirm the contact details in the MSC Voyagers Club online personal area or through the Web Check-in . 100 bonus points also apply to non-members with an upcoming confirmed booking with MSC who join the MSC Voyagers up to 72 hours before sailing.

Bonus points are not retroactive and are always assigned approximately 10 days after the end of the cruise. A bonus point by calendar year is provided to each client.

Book an MSC World Cruise and earn triple points!

For such a unique voyage, we will credit triple membership points for the type of Experience chosen at the time of booking, allowing MSC Voyagers Club members to enjoy all the added privileges right away! In addition, your Voyagers Club membership expiry date will be automatically extended by three years when booking your MSC World Cruise. 

This exclusive privilege is valid only for Classic , Silver , Gold and Diamond  members who purchase an entire MSC World Cruise. Discover MSC World Cruise !

Voyagers Exclusives

Book in advance and get the best from your MSC Voyagers Club membership: on all cruise departures*, at MSC Cruises we offer exclusive discounts for members only. Book more than 12 months before departure to get an extra +5% discount + double point s** Book more than 6 months before departure for an extra +5% discount Only for Silver, Gold or Diamond member, receive additional €50 onboard credit per person when you book more than 9 months in advance.

For more info visit our dedicated page .

*World Cruises excluded **Points will be assigned at the end of the cruise

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Being an MSC Voyagers Club member means entering a world of privileges that will continue to grow the more you cruise with us. This is our way of saying thank you to loyal guests who share our passion for discovery and keep joining us, year after year. Register and you will receive exclusive privileges, including a 5% discount on your cruise fare.

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Have you traveled or booked with MSC?

There are five membership levels to progress through: Welcome , Classic , Silver , Gold and Diamond . Each time you cruise with us, you will earn points and as your points grow, so do your privileges and status. Don’t forget to provide your membership number at the time of booking to ensure you receive your benefits! MSC Voyagers Club membership is subject to a minimum of one cruise every three years. If no cruise has been completed in three years after the enrollment date or your last disembarkation date, your membership will expire. Should your membership expire, you must subscribe again: you will be assigned the Classic status and a new Club identification number. Log in  to your personal area to check out your points and membership expiry date.

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HOW TO COLLECT POINTS

Each time you cruise with us, you will earn points to upgrade your membership level. You can collect points based on the type of MSC Experience purchased, onboard services prepaid before the cruise and onboard expenses. Points are credited at the end of the cruise, approximately ten days after the disembarkation date. Take a look at more details below. 

MSC Experience purchased

Onboard services prepaid before the cruise : you earn 100 points every 150 €/$ on expenses made before the cruise on MSC packages and services included in the cruise booked*.  Onboard expenses: you earn 100 points for every 150 €/$ spent on board, excluding casino expenses. Points for onboard expenses (including pre-boarding purchased shipboard credit) will only be assigned to the MSC Voyagers Club cardholder making the final payment.

*For currencies other than € euro, the currency conversion on purchase day will apply.

Starting from July 28, 2017, members also have the opportunity to collect bonus points.  Members with an upcoming confirmed booking with MSC will receive 100 bonus points if they update or confirm their contact details (email, phone, address) up to 72 hours before sailing. Members can update or confirm the contact details in the MSC Voyagers Club online personal area or through the Web Check-in .  100 bonus points also apply to non-members with an upcoming confirmed booking with MSC who join the MSC Voyagers up to 72 hours before sailing.

BOOK AN MSC WORLD CRUISE AND EARN TRIPLE POINTS!

For such a unique voyage, we will credit triple membership points for the type of Experience chosen at the time of booking, allowing MSC Voyagers Club members to enjoy all the added privileges right away! Also, your Voyagers Club membership expiry date will be automatically extended by three years when booking your MSC World Cruise. 

This exclusive privilege is valid only for Classic , Silver , Gold and Diamond  members who purchase an entire MSC World Cruise. Discover MSC World Cruise !

Voyagers Exclusives

Book in advance and get the best from your MSC Voyagers Club membership: on all cruise departures*, at MSC Cruises we offer exclusive discounts for members only. -- Book 12+ months before departure and receive a 5% + 5% Discount + Double Points .** (Silver, Gold and Diamond members will also receive a €/ $50 Onboard Credit per person ) -- Book 9 to12 months before departure and receive a 5% + 5% Discount . (Silver, Gold and Diamond members will also receive a €/$50 Onboard Credit per person ) -- Book 6 to 9 months before departure and receive a 5% + 5% Discount . -- Book less than 6 months before departure and receive a 5% Discount.

For more info visit our dedicated page . *World Cruises excluded **Points will be assigned at the end of the cruise

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MSC Status Match Program – How to match your loyalty status from other cruise lines (with Forms & Match Chart)

So many people don’t realize that some cruise lines actually match loyalty rewards from other cruise lines and in MSC Cruises’ case, they even have an MSC Cruises status match from hotel programs! By being a loyalty member or frequent flyer on some airlines, you can increase your loyalty level on the MSC Voyagers Club program and receive discounts on future bookings.

How does MSC Status Match Work?

MSC Cruises makes it easy to status match with any qualified program. Just go to their status match form on their website and submit your information with a screenshot of your matching loyalty program. Some cruisers say they’ve received status matching within hours, with our status match on MSC (From NCL Platinum), it took MSC two months to confirm our GOLD status.

What loyalty programs does MSC match with?

There are a surprising number of loyalty programs that MSC Cruises recognizes loyalty with. By far, this is the most generous matching program in the cruise industry. Here are the programs (cruises & hotels) that MSC recognizes to match with their Voyagers Club reward program:

Cruise Lines:

• Azamara Cruises
• Carnival Cruises
• Costa Cruises
• Royal Caribbean
• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Celebrity Cruises
• Cunard Cruises
• Princess Cruises
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises
• Holland America
• P&O Cruises
• Seabourn Cruise Line
• Disney Cruise Line
• Ponant Yacht Cruises
• Aida Cruises
• Crystal Cruise
• Oceania Cruises
• Star Cruises

Hotels & Booking Companies:

• Club Med ITA
• Club Med FRA
• Club Med DEU
• Ritz Carlton
• Hyatt Hotels
• Accor Hotels
• Melia Hotels
• Best Western
• Club Carlson
• Othon Hotels
• International Hotel Group
• Centara Hotel Resort
• Steigenberger Hotel Group
• RIU Hotels and Resorts
• Wyndham Hotels
• MGM Resorts
• China Eastern
• China Southern
• Jin Jiang Hotels
• Club Med US & CAN
• Mohegan Sun

MSC Voyagers Club Status Match Forms

Msc has a unique status match application form for each country.

If you’re status or loyalty matching from outside of the USA, be sure to use the status match application form for your country.

How to apply for the MSC Voyagers Club status match program :

USA form to complete for MSC loyalty match / status match

Canadian Status Match Program for MSC

MSC Cruises UK status match form

Netherlands (Dutch) MSC Status Match form

Belgium Status Match MSC Voyagers Club

Italy MSC Voyagers Club Status Match form

Spain MSC Voyagers Club Status Match

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Voyagers Club Levels & Benefits

The benefits of the MSC Voyagers Club loyalty program are relatively limited compared to other cruise lines, however, the discount alone makes it worth being a member of the program or status matching to get the discounts.

The real benefits of each level:

Voyagers club classic:.

5% discount on all bookings up to an additional 5% off for bookings made 9 months or more out. A welcome cocktail (which we’ve never received, for what it’s worth) Shop discount of $10 for every $50 spent.

Voyagers Club Silver:

All of the above + $50 onboard credit per person Double points for bookings more than 12 months out Additional $50 onboard credit for cruises booked 12 months out

Voyagers Club Gold:

All of the above + One hour of thermal area access per cruise A “Gift” (no clue what this is, will give details from our upcoming cruise) Priority disembarkation for tender ports Free Photo Free Birthday Cake

MSC Voyagers Club Diamond:

All of the above + Priority boarding/embarkation Complimentary specialty dining/restaurant tasting menu (excluding drinks) Bathrobe + Slippers Dancing class (wth?! but ok) Diamond Party Late checkout and disembarkation Chocolates

** We’ll be testing our newly minted Diamond status on MSC with our next cruise and will let you know how it really ends up.

MSC Status Match Chart With Match Levels (Updated October 2023)

This is an example of MSC loyalty status match programs and how they’ve been reported by fellow travelers.

It’s worth noting: MSC Cruises does sometimes change the program by adding or removing matching hotels and airlines. Additionally, we’ve heard reports that some cruisers will submit the same status level in the same program (i.e. Carnival) and the MSC rep will match to a different level. For example, speaking with a Carnival passenger with a Carnival Diamond level status, they were matched to GOLD on MSC Cruises, however, a different passenger with the same Diamond status on Carnival was Matched to SILVER on MSC. There seems to be no official chart on the MSC Website at this time.

Do you have an experience status matching that is different or more recent than above?

Let us know and we’ll update this chart! Submit a comment below!

How the MSC status match works, and what to expect

The process to match is simple once you locate the correct form to submit (above). A simple screenshot of the program you are matching with is all it took. However, there was no correspondence after submitting the request, so it felt like the request went into a black hole. I didn’t think much of it until a couple of months later, I received the notification (below) of the approval and status match to Gold (from Norwegian Platinum).

Many passengers report that they get their status match email within a few days if not the same day as the submission. This wasn’t my experience, nor was it the experience of one of my travel companions who did a status match from Hilton Gold to MSC Gold. The same couple of months passed to get the confirmation.

So don’t expect any real communication from the moment you submit your form.

Getting notified of your approved loyalty / status match

It took longer than most passengers have reported to get our status match. Perhaps it’s because our situation is a bit more complicated being an American ex-pat in Europe with an MSC account that has been used in different locations (this is just speculation). But this is what you should receive when you get your match approved:

Dear Phil, Thank you for your status match request. On behalf of MSC, I can and am pleased to welcome you to the MSC Voyagers Club. At MSC Cruises we have a passion for the sea and discovery. The MSC Voyagers Club is our way of rewarding those who share our passion. It’s an exclusive world full of privileges, discounts, offers and extras to spoil you the way only MSC Cruises can. In short, the MSC Voyagers CLub rewards your passion for travel. We are pleased to confirm that you are a Gold member of the MSC Voyagers Club and can immediately enjoy all the benefits with the following club number xxxxxxxx. When you make a booking on our website, I recommend that you always enter your club number. In this way, any discounts are calculated immediately. If this does not work or if you have already made a booking, please provide us or your travel agent with your booking number and we will be happy to include your club number in your booking. We trust that we have informed you sufficiently and would like to welcome you on board one of our ships. Yours sincerely, Jan P Personal Vacation Consultant MSC Cruises BV

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We would like request for the status match application for Taiwan.

We have China airline gold card, can you please advise if this can be process the status match.

Thanks a lots.

Hello Yi – I do not think there is a status match form for Taiwan or China 🙁

BUT! If you call MSC, they will still do a status match internally or send you a form that is not country specific.

Is there a status match form for Belgium? Thank you

Bonjour Maurits – The Belgian status match can be found here: https://www.msccruises.be/fr/ma-reservation/msc-voyagers-club/status-match . Enjoy your cruise!

If you status match to MSC Gold, how many points do you need to get to Diamond? Do they just credit you the minimum 4300 points required for Gold, so that you would need 5700 more for Diamond? Thanks!

Good question! So what MSC originally did for me is just advanced me to 4300 point level (Gold). My assumption was if you were lower than 4300 points, regardless of where you were on the scale, they just set the counter to 4300 (Gold). (When I applied I had 3200 points). But! I just logged in and it looks like some how I have 4300 ADDED to the balance and now I am closer to Diamond than I thought (10,000 points is Diamond). But remember, this is MSC Cruises we’re talking about. The rules change, the way they apply credits and points on EVERYTHING seems to change regularly. So from my experience just recently, it looks that they’ve ADDED 4300 points in addition to my previously earned points, but don’t expect that. Expect that you’ll be put at the 4300 point level and have to earn up to Diamond.

Is there a status match form for Canada? Thank you

Here is a link for the Canadian MSC status match program !

Thanks for asking, we’ve added it to the list in the article as well.

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MSC Current Status Match Tables

By GenghisQuan , May 21, 2019 in MSC Cruises

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GenghisQuan

Hoping to create some kind of central location for people who have successfully status matched, feel free to update with your experience. Please try to keep it in order so that it's easy to find.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19GS-jpDkoAsPFpIoKqQ8Mxj9-sXOJLqe0Ygfyzz1AwI/edit?usp=sharing

Column 1 is the place you have your non-MSC status, Column 2 is the level of that status, Column 3 is the MSC status that was matched to.

As I understand

Hilton Diamond = Gold

Marriott Gold = Silver

Anyone matched from IHG Platinum who can shed some light on what that matches to?

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I would suggest that you also ask the Mods to make this a 'Sticky' thread, so that it'll stay on the main page.

Wouldn't let me save to the doc.

Diamond Plus

Match to Gold

February 2019

QueenofEverything

2 hours ago, Beachin2 said: Wouldn't let me save to the doc.   RCCL Diamond Plus Match to Gold February 2019

It saves automatically

Captain-John

NCL Platinum now matches to Gold I believe.

At the time my NCL Platinum matched to Black - can't remember exactly when but very early on in the programme.

There is no sense putting info into the database from people who matched before October 2018.

ready2cruzagain

3 hours ago, Até said: There is no sense putting info into the database from people who matched before October 2018.

I agree, should just be current.

travelingtink

Disney Gold to MSC Gold in April

just current or after October 2018

My wife and I status matched RCCL Diamond to MSC Black last October.

Others mentioned above are Diamond Plus, but only matched to Gold on MSC

Your mileage may vary depending on who you talk to on the phone. My wife is MSC Black from Hilton Diamond. We got lucky based on everything I have read on CC

Say I was matched to Gold - where in the band - 4300.....9999 points do they place you ?

EllaDuChien

5 minutes ago, mickey89 said: Say I was matched to Gold - where in the band - 4300.....9999 points do they place you ?

I was matched to Gold.  Given 4300 points. 

1 hour ago, EllaDuChien said:   I was matched to Gold.  Given 4300 points. 

Well that's interesting. So in addition to the match, they also give you the corresponding points towards the next level of status? Because most status match/grant programs will only give the status but not the points/nights/flights/etc. Auto Marriott Gold from the Bonvoy Brilliant Amex, for example, does not also give you the 25 nights that you ordinarily would accrue to make it to Gold normally. As I understand, the Royal/Celebrity/Azamara match also doesn't include the points, only the status.

My gold match also gave me 4300 points

4 minutes ago, GenghisQuan said: Well that's interesting. So in addition to the match, they also give you the corresponding points towards the next level of status? Because most status match/grant programs will only give the status but not the points/nights/flights/etc. Auto Marriott Gold from the Bonvoy Brilliant Amex, for example, does not also give you the 25 nights that you ordinarily would accrue to make it to Gold normally. As I understand, the Royal/Celebrity/Azamara match also doesn't include the points, only the status.

When we matched Princess Elite to MSC Black in March 2019, we each received 10,000 points but I guess since there isn't a next level (at least not yet) that isn't important.

On a sidenote, which one of y'all submitted their Marriott/SPG Platinum and only got Silver? There were a couple of other folks in a different thread who noted that they got Gold for Gold, sounds like you got robbed  😝

CCLcruiser91

MSC matched my Carnival "Diamond" level to "Classic"  Really???

We are RCCL Emerald, is there any kind of status match?  We are looking into booking one of their Caribbean ships for January 2020.

21 hours ago, travelingtink said: My gold match also gave me 4300 points

Same here - gold match at 4300 points.  I seem to see a pattern . . .

NCL Platinum and Platinum Plus both matched to Gold last month.

Update - MSC changed my status match from "classic" to "gold"

We matched Carnival Diamond to MSC Black but that was in 2016.  We got 10,000 points.

We both matched NCL platinum 98 points to MSC gold this week.

Sancho_proudfoot

RCCL Diamond - original match was Gold. Queried it and it was changed to Black. (And booked as Black for 2020)

What was the average timeframe for learning which match level MSC placed you into after submitting the form on the website?

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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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Each time you cruise with us, you will earn points to upgrade your membership level. You can collect points based on the type of MSC Experience purchased, onboard services prepaid before the cruise and onboard expenses. Points are credited at the end of the cruise, approximately ten days after the disembarkation date. Take a look at more details below. 

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As of May 27 2019, members who book a Voyages Selection departure will be credited double membership points for the type of Experience chosen. Points will be assigned at the end of the cruise.

Onboard services prepaid before the cruise : you earn 100 points every 150 €/$ on expenses made before the cruise on MSC packages and services included in the cruise booked*.  Onboard expenses: you earn 100 points for every 150 €/$ spent on board, excluding casino expenses. Points for onboard expenses (including pre-boarding purchased shipboard credit) will only be assigned to the MSC Voyagers Club cardholder making the final payment.

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Starting from 28 July 2017, members also have the opportunity to collect bonus points. Members with an upcoming confirmed booking with MSC will receive 100 bonus points if they update or confirm their contact details (email, phone, address) up to 72 hours before sailing. Members can update or confirm the contact details in the MSC Voyagers Club online personal area or through the Web Check-in . 100 bonus points also apply to non-members with an upcoming confirmed booking with MSC who join the MSC Voyagers up to 72 hours before sailing.

Bonus points are not retroactive and are always assigned approximately 10 days after the end of the cruise. A bonus point by calendar year is provided to each client.

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For such a unique voyage, we will credit triple membership points for the type of Experience chosen at the time of booking, allowing MSC Voyagers Club members to enjoy all the added privileges right away! In addition, your Voyagers Club membership expiry date will be automatically extended by three years when booking your MSC World Cruise. 

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15 Incredible Cruises That Are Nearly 100 Days or More

Posted: February 24, 2024 | Last updated: February 24, 2024

If you're lucky enough to have time and money, a months-long cruise that visits far-flung ports is a dream come true. How else can you see so much of the world in one fell swoop?

These cruises include everything from epic regional explorations to journeys that literally circle the globe. They can be pricey — we've noted pricing where available — but it's worth it.

So, if you're ready to truly savor the open seas, step up your travel game and explore the most incredible places on earth with these cruise vacations.

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Azamara World Voyage

See all Seven Wonders of the World on this 155-night cruise that stops in 37 countries.

Depart from San Diego and head through the South Pacific to Australia, Asia, and the Middle East before debarking in England.

You can extend your trip if you opt in for the Panama Canal pre-cruise segment. Prices begin at $39,999 and top out at around $156,999.

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Crystal World Cruise

Set sail on the Crystal Serenity from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for 123 nights, with 62 stops in 31 countries.

Visit Mexico and Central America before crossing the Panama Canal. Next, you will circle South America before heading to East Africa and South Asia.

Finish by going through the Suez Canal to Europe. To get pricing, you must request a quote.

Cunard Maiden World Voyage

This round-trip journey begins and ends in Hamburg, Germany, and will take you on a grand 111-night adventure on the Queen Anne.

From Europe, you'll head to many different places — including New York, Central America, Honolulu, Sydney, and Malaysia — before returning to Europe.

Passage starts at $17,869 — a good deal for such an extensive cruise.

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Holland America Grand World Voyage

Board the Zuiderdam in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for a 124-day cruise that visits 32 countries on six continents.

Head through the South Pacific to Australia and Asia. Then, explore South Africa and East Africa before heading to the Middle East.

Cruise through Europe, then return to Fort Lauderdale.

Holland America Grand Voyage: Pole-to-Pole

The Volendam is your home on this 133-day voyage to 28 countries on five continents.

Leave Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and explore the entire coast of South America before swooping across to West Africa and up to Europe, including Scandinavia and Greenland.

This trip also includes a stop in Antarctica.

Hurtigruten Pole to Pole Adventure

This 96-day journey takes you from the Arctic to Antarctica, beginning in Vancouver and ending in Argentina.

Destinations across 13 countries include Canada, Alaska, Greenland, the U.S. East Coast, Central America, and South America.

Scenery and wildlife promise to be highlights, along with visits to UNESCO sites. Pricing begins at $51, 773.

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MSC World Cruise

Leaving from Rome on the MSC Magnifica, this boat sails for 116 nights to 21 countries, with 50 stops and seven overnight strips.

Featured destinations on this global voyage include the Mediterranean, the South Pacific, Australia, Asia, and beyond.

Fifteen excursions on land are also included.

Oceania Kaleidoscope of Your World

Spend 200 days cruising from Miami to New York on the Insignia.

Start in the Caribbean and South America before crossing the Atlantic Ocean to Africa. You will then visit Asia before heading down through the South Pacific.

Finish by visiting Central America before returning to the U.S. Fares begin at $54,099.

Princess Around the World Cruise

This 116-day adventure starts in either Fort Lauderdale, Florida, or Los Angeles.

The ship sails to six continents, making 51 stops in 26 countries. New stops include the Greek islands of Patmos and Volos, Montenegro, and Taranto, Italy.

The cruise promises hidden gems along with featured destinations.

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Regent Navigate the World (Away in Wonder)

Departing from Miami, this cruise sails for 168 nights aboard the Seven Seas Mariner and includes 465 shore excursions.

Sail through the Caribbean, then around South America to Australia, East Asia, Alaska, Canada, and the U.S. West Coast.

Return to Miami via Mexico and Central America. Fares begin at $101,199.

Royal Caribbean Ultimate World Cruise

This 274-night adventure — the longest on this list — on Serenade of the Seas sails on a round-trip journey from Miami and stops at 11 wonders in more than 60 countries.

Highlights include Iguazú Falls, the Great Wall, the ancient city of Petra, Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu, the Great Barrier Reef, and more.

There is even a stop in Antarctica. Prices start at $53,999.

Seabourn Grand Africa Voyage

Circle the African continent for 90 days, departing from Barcelona. You'll visit 26 countries across three continents on this cruise.

Enjoy wildlife, explore spice markets, witness ceremonies, tour ruins, and go on safari as you circumnavigate the continent, crossing over the equator twice.

Your adventure ends in Egypt and Israel. Currently, pricing begins at $93,999.

Seabourn Extraordinary Horizons

Sail on the Seabourn Sojourn from Los Angeles to Athens, Greece, on this 145-day voyage that visits 28 countries with 20 overnight stays.

You will stop at 72 ports in the South Pacific, New Zealand, Australia, East Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

Excursions include snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, touring Luxor, and exploring Puerto Princesa.

Silversea Controtempo

Enjoy 136 days abroad the Silver Dawn as it sails from Tokyo to New York City.

The ship stops in East Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, including Scandinavia and Greenland. Eventually, it arrives in the Big Apple.

You will visit 59 total ports in 30 countries. Fare begins at $81,900

Viking World Cruise Voyage I

Spend 180 days exploring 37 countries and enjoying 83 guided tours during this journey, which departs from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Destinations include everywhere from the Caribbean to the South Pacific to Asia, through the Red Sea Europe. Spend the night in cities such as London, Istanbul, and Singapore.

Your tour ends in New York City. Prices begin at $79,995.

Bottom line

The opportunity to spend months at sea stopping at world wonders, famous cities, and gems of nature is not to be missed. So, if you get the chance, take it.

But if your budget is not unlimited right now and you are trying to build wealth instead, remember there are plenty of shorter and more affordable cruises.

When you have the time and money to spend, the epic cruises on this list will be waiting for you.

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