OCTOBER 2012 - NOVEMBER 2013 ANNUAL BROCHURE GRAND CRUISES, RED SEA, MEDITERRANEAN, CARIBBEAN, SOUTH AMERICA, SOUTH AFRICA, NORTHERN EUROPE WELCOME ON BOARD Dear Guest, Welcome aboard! Think of this catalogue as a sleek new vessel, ready to take you on an exciting voyage around our world. The photographs, ship plans and descriptions contained in its pages are all designed to give you an authentic taste of the MSC Cruises experience. We hope you’ll appreciate that what we offer is truly unique. Our global reach is supported by a wealth of local knowledge, and our belief in providing maximum breadth of choice is complemented by a sharp focus on quality. As a leading international cruise group, our expertise is matched by our respect for the marine environment. With all these strengths, we can help you see the world in unrivalled style and comfort. For the 2012-2013 season, we have added such fascinating and diverse destinations as the Antilles and the Red Sea. MSC Lirica will be calling for the first time at Martinique, Guadeloupe and the Dominican Republic, all places of outstanding natural beauty, while MSC Armonia will set off from the limpid waters of Sharm el-Sheikh. One of the most eagerly awaited developments scheduled for 2013 is the addition of another dazzling jewel to the MSC Cruises fleet: MSC Preziosa. The fourth vessel in our MSC Fantasia class, she is destined to grace the Mediterranean with unrivalled levels of elegance, comfort and exclusive service. Our aim is to share the magic of cruising with our guests, not only by proposing inspired itineraries, but also by treating you to the finest cuisine, the best entertainment and the most refined wellbeing and recreation facilities. In short, by creating a uniquely welcoming and relaxing atmosphere on board every ship in our fleet. I hope you enjoy browsing these pages. I’m confident they will help you choose the cruise of your dreams. Pierfrancesco Vago | CEO MSC Cruises CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SPECIAL PACKAGES MSC Group 6 Food & Beverage 98 Our destinations 8 On board ceremonies 100 New itineraries 10 Anniversary 102 MSC Preziosa 12 Relaxation packages 104 All you need at fingertip 14 Why MSC Cruises? 16 SHIP PLANS MSC Yacht Club 18 Accommodation 20 Onboard facilities 108 Guide to our fares 22 MSC Fantasia class Our promotions 24 MSC Preziosa 110 Customize your cruise 28 MSC Divina 112 MSC Club 32 MSC Splendida 114 MSC Fantasia 116 MSC Musica class MSC Magnifica 118 MSC Poesia 120 MSC Orchestra 122 MSC Musica 124 MSC Lirica class MSC Opera 126 MSC Lirica 128 MSC Sinfonia 130 DESTINATIONS MSC Armonia 132 MSC Melody 134 Winter Cruises 34 Grand Cruises 36 Red Sea 41 Mediterranean Winter 42 Caribbean 45 USEFUL INFORMATION South America 51 Before the cruise 136 South Africa 62 During the cruise 136 Minicruises 66 Booking conditions 140 Summer Cruises 68 Mediterranean Summer 70 Mediterranean Autumn 77 Northern Europe 79 Minicruises 90 To access the online version of the brochure scan this image with your iPhone or Android smartphone using a QR-code-reader app. MSC GROUP SAILING THE WORLD WITH A MEDITERRANEAN SPIRIT MSC Cruises is not only the world’s largest privately-owned cruise company. It’s also part of the MSC Group, a global shipping group with unrivalled experience of navigating the Mediterranean and all the world’s oceans. The group has brought to the cruise division the same entrepreneurial spirit that helped it become the second largest container carrier in the world. In the MSC family, leadership and experience go hand in hand with respect for the sea. We know the Mediterranean better than any other company and its values of hospitality and authenticity are our heart and soul. So we bring our Mediterranean heritage to everything we do, and that is what makes the MSC experience truly unique. OUR DESTINATIONS CARIBBEAN RED SEA MEDITERRANEAN GRAND CRUISES From page 36 CARIBBEAN NEW ITINERARY! From page 45 SOUTH AMERICA From page 51 DISCOVER THE WORLD IN COMFORT We focus on providing the perfect cruise experience, anytime, anywhere. And in addition to our itineraries in the Mediterranean, the choice of destinations on almost every continent is constantly growing year by year. In 2013, for the first time ever, we can take you to the action-packed Antilles or on a romantic Red Sea voyage from Sharm el-Sheikh! Wherever you want to go, you can look forward to the holiday of a lifetime. Details of all our destinations are provided in the relevant pages of this catalogue (see below) and are also available online at www.msccruises.com NORTHERN EUROPE From page 79 MEDITERRANEAN FromFro pagep 42 RED SEA NEWS! DESTINATION From page 41 SOUTH AFRICA From page 62 NEW ITINERARIES ANTILLES BLACK SEA RED SEA MEDITERRANEAN From page 70 Saint Tropez Constanta Eilat Aqaba Sokhna Port Sharm el Sheikh Safaga RED SEA La Romana Road Town Philipsburg From page 41 Santo Domingo St. John’s Pointe-à-Pitre Fort-de-France ANTILLES From page 50 SET SAIL FOR MAGICAL NEW HORIZONS If you relish the experience of visiting new parts of the world, then you’ll find plenty to whet your appetite in MSC Cruises’ ever growing range of itineraries. For the 2012/2013 season we’ve added exciting new ports of call and exotic new destinations, from the charm of Sharm el Sheikh to the allure of the Antilles. The state-of-the-art ships of the MSC Cruises fleet are ready to take you to all of these places and more. So why not try something new, and make your next holiday a real voyage of discovery? Visit the Egyptian pyramids, the ancient carved city of Petra and the black sand dunes of Safaga. Dive into the delights of Sharm El-Sheik, see the Sinai peninsula and SHARM EL-SHEIKH discover the popular Israeli resort of Eilat, on our romantic new Red Sea itinerary. (from page 38) Itineraries of 9 days/8 nights, 10 days/9 nights and 8 days/7 nights On board MSC Armonia From the Dominican Republic to Antigua and Martinique, our new island-hopping itinerary in the Antilles gives you the chance to savour more of the many flavours of the ANTILLES Caribbean, with its dazzling diversity of landscapes, (from page 40) languages and cultures. Itineraries of 16 days/15 nights and 8 days/7 nights On board MSC Lirica Discover fresh emotions on classic cruise routes, thanks to BLACK SEA AND new ports of call like the jet-set resort of Saint-Tropez and the ancient Black Sea city of Constanta in our Mediterranean SAINT TROPEZ summer and autumn cruises. (from page 72) Itineraries of 8 days/7 nights and 12 days/11 nights Onboard MSC Sinfonia and MSC Musica MSC PREZIOSA WE ARE PROUD TO INTRODUCE 1997 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 We are delighted to announce the forthcoming arrival of MSC Preziosa, an elegant new masterpiece in cruise ship design. Offering the utmost in comfort, service and advanced, environmentally-friendly technology, the 13th addition to the MSC Cruises fleet completes our flagship MSC Fantasia class. She shares many sophisticated features with her sister ships, from the exclusive designer suites of the MSC Yacht Club to the lavish wellbeing facilities of the MSC Aurea Spa. And like every ship in the MSC Cruises fleet, she is designed to offer all her guests the ultimate cruise experience. OUR NEW FLAGSHIP: MSC PREZIOSA MSC PREZIOSA MSC 2008 2009 2010 2012 20132013 ALL YOU NEED AT FINGERTIP START RELAXING FROM THE MOMENT YOU BOOK When you book a cruise with us, you can relax in knowing that every detail of your holiday is already taken care of, from your arrival to your homeward journey. The fare includes your accommodation, a variety of high-quality cuisine and world-class entertainment, as well as the use of numerous sports, fitness and relaxation facilities. Guests of the MSC Yacht Club benefit from a series of additional privileges too, from the private pool and restaurant to the 24-hour butler service. It doesn’t matter how, where or when you choose to travel with MSC Cruises, you always know exactly what is included in your cruise fare and which extra services are available. So there’s no confusion, no hassle, just total relaxation. SERVICES INCLUDED CABIN Make the most of your cabin while on board: relax in air-conditioned comfort, watch interactive TV. Or treat yourself to breakfast in bed - free of charge! All cabins are equipped with en-suite bathroom, hair dryer and safe*. 9 ENTERTAINMENT Enjoy a Broadway-style show, try your luck in the casino or hit the dance floor. You’ll find a large range of entertainment venues on board, as well as a full programme of daytime activities from shuffleboard to tournaments, dance contests and 9 theme nights. Kids’ entertainment is free too, with special clubs for all children aged 3 years and over. FOOD & BEVERAGES Gourmet food is central to the MSC Cruises experience. Taste the quality at breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. In the evening you can enjoy the outstanding service in the main restaurant, the exclusivity of the alternative dining options or the casual atmosphere of our buffet and pizzeria. Afternoon tea, snacks and midnight buffets are also all included in the price. And don’t forget the welcome buffet, Captain’s cocktail and Gala evenings. Special dietary needs? You’ll find 9 options to suit you in every menu. At the main buffet you can get hot or cold water, American coffee, decaffeinated coffee and a selection of teas from the drinks dispensers on board.** FITNESS & RELAX Stay in shape on state-of-the-art fitness equipment in a fully equipped gym enjoying a panoramic view over the sea, with the assistance of our instructors.