November 2013 Grand Cruises, Red Sea

ANNUAL BROCHURE OCTOBER 2012 - NOVEMBER 2013

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

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RED SEA NEWS! DESTINATION From page 41

SOUTH AFRICA

From page 62 NEW ITINERARIES

ANTILLES BLACK SEA RED SEA

MEDITERRANEAN

From page 70

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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

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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. Or take advantage of sports facilities like the volleyball court, open-air jogging track and mini-golf. You can also choose from family or adults-only swimming pools and spa baths, or soak up the sun in the 9 solarium. TRANSFER Why not book your flights with MSC Cruises? Return transfers to and from the airport/port are included in the price. 9 * The safe and the mini bar are available on all our ships except in some cabins of MSC Melody. ** For further details of the drinks available, please visit www.msccruises.com.

WHAT’S MORE ONBOARD MSC YACHT CLUB

The many privileges of the MSC Yacht Club (available on MSC Fantasia class vessels) include private breakfast, lunch and dinner in L’Étoile, L’Olivo and Le Muse, with free sitting. 9 Alcoholic and soft drinks from all MSC Yacht Club venues and the mini bar in your suite are free of charge. 9 MSC Yacht Club Guests also enjoy a 24-hour butler service and concierge reception, not to mention dedicated priority check-in and check-out. 9 The One Pool complex offers MSC Yacht Club guests their own private pool, whirlpool baths, solarium and bar. 9 Each superbly-appointed MSC Yacht Club suite boasts fine furnishings, Nintendo Wii console, pillow menu and the international newspaper of your choice delivered daily. 9

All the facilities here indicated vary from ship to ship. For further details, please refer to the table on page 108. WHY MSC CRUISES? WHY SETTLE FOR ANYTHING LESS?

More and more people are choosing to holiday with MSC Cruises. And if you decide to join them, you’ll quickly see why. You’ll be amazed by the comfort of our state-of-the-art fleet and the exceptional service on board. You’ll love the wonderful cuisine, the unrivalled spa, sports and leisure facilities and the spectacular entertainment. And you’ll certainly appreciate the way we make a holiday fun for guests of all ages, at a price that will keep you smiling. There’s a simple explanation for all of this. We are a family-owned company, we believe in the human touch, and everything we do is driven by an authentic passion for hospitality. And once you’ve experienced MSC Cruises’ hospitality, you won’t want to settle for anything less.

DESIGN & STYLE WELLNESS & SPORT Discover a world of timeless elegance and Italian style. Take the opportunity to pamper yourself and get in shape, Blending cutting-edge design with traditional craftsmanship, relaxing your mind and rejuvenating your body, with the each of our ships is an exciting destination in itself. lavish spa and modern sport and fitness facilities on board every MSC Cruises ship. FOOD & TASTE Savour the finest, freshest food in the stylish surroundings MSC FAMILY & KIDS of our restaurants, buffets and bars, where you’ll find a Enjoy the perfect family holiday with MSC Cruises. We are mouth-watering variety of authentic Italian dishes and uniquely focused on the needs of families, with pools, play international specialities. areas and activities dedicated to children of all ages.

ONBOARD SERVICE & COMFORT TO BE COSTUMIZED From simple inside cabins to the luxury suites of the Ihi, nonsis? Opiorei tercessu iptilic astilnem quam noximus MSC Yacht Club, with MSC Cruises you’ll find the ideal praris hil horibusulto esendaci perem ips, ut viderit occit, accommodation for your requirements, accompanied by ndaci perem ips, ut viderit occi the efficient service of our friendly staff.

FUN & ENTERTAINMENT Whether your idea of fun is games by the pool, virtual reality thrills or spectacular stage shows, you’ll find what you’re looking for in our wide range of onboard activities and entertainment. MSC YACHT CLUB EXCLUSIVITY & PRIVACY IN A WORLD OF CHOICE

Imagine holidaying on a luxury yacht: relaxing in a sumptuous designer suite, sipping cocktails by the private pool, dining in gourmet style and enjoying attentive personal service around the clock. Now imagine having all this as well as privileged access to the myriad recreation and entertainment facilities of a state-of-the-art cruise liner. Sound too good to be true? In fact, this is the unique proposition of the MSC Yacht Club. Created for those who demand the very best in life and value their privacy, the MSC Yacht Club is an exclusive “ship within a ship” on our flagship vessels that takes the concept of the luxury cruise to a whole new level. For the ultimate cruise experience, we invite you to join the most sophisticated club on the seas.

THE PLEASURES OF PRIVILEGED SERVICE

Ensuring your absolute comfort and satisfaction is the raison d’être of the MSC Yacht Club, and a host of resources are dedicated exclusively to achieving this goal. 9 Dining at the MSC Yacht Club’s dedicated restaurant is fully inclusive and sittings are open, so you can dine when you choose. 9 Soft drinks, cocktails, beers, wines and spirits in all MSC Yacht Club venues and from the mini bar in your suite are all complimentary. 9 A 24-hour butler service is provided to satisfy your every need. Your butler can offer assistance with packing and unpacking, serve refreshments in your suite and deliver your preferred international newspaper every day, even at sea. 9 Your luxurious designer suite comes with memory foam mattresses, premium Egyptian cotton sheets, extensive pillow menu, marble bathroom, widescreen TV, Nintendo Wii console, mini bar and more. 9 The One sun deck complex offers MSC Yacht Club guests their own pool, whirlpool baths, solarium and superbly stocked bar. 9 The elegant and intimate Top Sail Lounge is open all day, just for you. 9 A private lift takes you to the lavish MSC Aurea Spa, where massage and treatment room are reserved exclusively for MSC Yacht Club guests. 9 At all times of day or night, personnel at the Concierge Reception are on hand to assist you with any requirement, from priority check-in and check-out to bespoke shore excursions and chauffeur-driven guided tours. ACCOMMODATION

MSC YACHT CLUB SUITES AUREA SUITES BALCONY SUITES

Three types of suites with Two types of suites with Two types of suites with balcony: Balcony panoramic sealed window or panoramic sealed window or Suites and Family Suites . balcony: Deluxe Suite , balcony . Size range approximately from 27 to 32 Executive & Family Suite and Size range approximately from sq.m. Royal Suite . Size range approximately 21 sq.m. to 47 sq.m. Live your cruise to the full in one of our from 26 sq.m. to 53 sq.m. Choose one of these supremely spacious suites. Comfortably and elegantly Booking an MSC Yacht Club suite gives comfortable suites and you also get a funrished, this category of accommodation you exclusive access to a world of special revitalizing MSC Aurea Spa health and offers you the freedom to make every privileges, like a unique 24-hour butler beauty package, including a Balinese moment special. service, dedicated restaurants with free massage, a Facial Relax treatment, unlimited All suites are elegantly furnished with: sittings, drinks included in price in all access to the Thermal Suite and more. • Double bed convertible to two single MSC Yacht Club venues and mini bar. All Aurea Suites are equipped with: beds (on request) Situated in the prestigious foredecks of the • Private bathroom with bathtub • Private bathroom with bathtub our flagship vessels, each of this gorgeous • Spacious wardrobe • Spacious wardrobe suites boasts: • Interactive TV • Interactive TV • Marble bathroom furniture with a full bath • Cable internet connection (for a fee) • Cable internet connection (for a fee) • LCD screen with interactive TV • Telephone • Telephone • Nintendo Wii Console • Mini bar and personal safe • Mini bar and personal safe • Cable internet connection (for a fee) For families or groups of friends who want • Mini bar and personal safe Enjoy a range of exclusive benefits: a to travel together while enjoying the comfort • Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrobe Welcome Herbal tea on arrival, a personal of a suite, our Balcony Family Suites are the by Mascioni Italy consultation with the spa doctor, free ideal solution. Comprising a bedroom area • Dorelan pillow menu entrance to the spa’s thermal suite for the and a living area with 3 additional berths, • Myform Memory ergonomic mattresses duration of the cruise. You can further enhance your cruise by purchasing one of these spacious suites can sleep up to 5 On board MSC Divina only there are 2 three special wellbeing packages: people (available on MSC Magnifica only). connecting suites (12002 and 12004) • Remise en forme which, when combined, create a single • Total Relax living area of around 90 sq m. • Beauty & Relax

Not all of the cabin types shown are available on all ships. Please refer to the website www.msccruises.com for further information. CHOOSE THE IDEAL ACCOMMODATION FOR YOUR NEEDS

No matter what kind of holiday you desire, with MSC Cruises you’ll find a wide choice of high-quality accommodation to satisfy your needs. If you demand the very highest standards of comfort and privacy, then the sumptuous environment of the MSC Yacht Club provides all you expect and more, while the Aurea Suites with their unique focus on relaxation and pampering are the perfect base for a journey to all-round wellbeing. Planning to take full advantage of the recreation and entertainment facilities on board during the day? Then you’ll appreciate the convenience of our more straightforward Ocean View or inside cabins. Whatever your needs, MSC Cruises can accommodate you in style and comfort.

OCEAN VIEW BALCONY CABINS AND FAMILY CABINS INSIDE

Cabins with balcony. Two types of cabins with porthole: Inside cabins. Size range approximately from 15 sq.m. to Ocean View cabins and Family cabins. Size range approximately from 11 sq.m. to 42 sq.m. Size range approximately from 11 sq.m. 24 sq.m. to 29 sq.m. These cabins offer comfortable Intend to make the most of the on board accommodation with the benefit of a If you plan to live an active lifestyle on recreation and entertainment facilities private balcony, so you can breathe the air board, then these cabins offer great value each day? Then this is the most convenient of a different destination each day. accommodation with no compromise on solution for you. comfort. All the cabins are equipped with: All the cabins are equipped with: • Double bed convertible to two single All the cabins are equipped with: • Double bed convertible to two single beds (on request) • Double bed convertible to two single beds (on request) • Private bathroom with bathtub beds (on request) • Private bathroom with shower or shower • Private bathroom with shower • Interactive TV • Interactive TV • Interactive TV • Cable internet connection (for a fee) • Cable internet connection (for a fee) • Cable internet connection (for a fee) • Telephone • Telephone • Telephone • Mini bar and personal safe • Mini bar and personal safe • Mini bar and personal safe Onboard MSC Preziosa and MSC Divina Family cabins comprise a bedroom area only there is a new category of and a living area with up to 4 berths in accommodation, Super Family Cabins total, the perfect solution for parents who offer maximum comfort for large families want to enjoy their own space while or groups of friends. Comprising two keeping a close eye on their children. connecting triple cabins, with two bathrooms and two balconies, these cabins can sleep up to six people. GUIDE TO OUR FARES

SAILING CALENDAR

DAY PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART

1 Genoa (Italy) ...... - 17.00 Special Season The star indicates 2 Barcelona (Spain) ...... 13.00 18.00 the departure port 3 At sea ...... --

4 Casablanca (Morocco) ...... 08.00 22.00 Low Season

5 At sea ...... --

6 S. Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Is./Spain) ...... 08.00 17.00

7 Funchal (Madeira Is./Portugal) ...... 09.00 17.00 Middle Season

8 At sea ...... --

9 Malaga (Spain) ...... 07.00 14.00 High Season 10 At sea ...... --

11 Civitavecchia (Rome/Italy) ...... 09.00 19.00

12 Genoa (Italy) ...... 09.00 - Exclusive Season

NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH When booking a cruise in between two different seasons, 14 25 6 17 8 19 30 10 21 4 the price applied is the one DI27 DI28 DI29 DI01 DI03 DI04 DI05 DI06 DI07 DI08 concerning the season with the The dates in the boxes indicate the first day of each cruise. This should be used as the main number of nights. starting point for calculating the remaining dates in the itinerary.

PRICE GRID

PRICE PER PERSON IN € STARTING FROM Accommodation Inside Ocean View Balcony Cabin Balcony Suite MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

3rd /4 th berth adult MSC Yacht Club 3rd /4 th berth adult 3rd /4 th berth children under 18 Port taxes LAUNCH YOUR HOLIDAY WITH AN AMAZING DEAL

With MSC Cruises, your dream holiday can cost a lot less than you think. All kinds of different guests holiday with us, so we have come up with a wide variety of amazing promotions to offer each one a great deal. Whether you are on your own, travelling with friends or celebrating an anniversary, you’ll find a fare to suit your situation. And of course, there are special rates for families of every kind. Remember: the earlier you book, the more fantastic offers you’ll have to choose from!

All offers are subject to availability at the time of booking and are up-to-date at the time the brochure is printed. For terms and conditions at time of booking, please contact your travel agent or visit our website www.msccruises.com

YOUR BEST DEAL ON EACH CRUISE, GUARANTEED! Book early and take advantage of MSC Cruises’ Early Booking – the best offer that we anticipate on a cruise. Early Booking guarantees great value in return for early booking and is subject to limited availability. Early Booking fares are also available on MSC Yacht Club bookings. Please check with your travel agent or MSC Cruises Reservation team for the current price of any cruise that you are interested in sailing on. Actual cruise pricing is only confirmed at the time of booking.

Please note that MSC Cruises operates a flexible pricing system. Prices are finalized at time of receipt of deposit and are not subject to change thereafter. This offer cannot be combined with other promotions.

CALL YOUR TRAVEL AGENT FOR THE LOWEST FARE OF THE DAY, EVERY DAY If you’re not quick enough to catch the Early Booking fare, you can still get a great deal, thanks to this brand new dynamic fare, “Best Price Today”. This fare guarantees you the best available price at the moment you book your cruise. It’s not published in the brochure and it may change over time, so you’ll need to speak to your travel agent to find out what the current fare is. But don’t leave it too late - the closer you get to the departure date, the greater the chance of the “Best Price Today” reaching the full Brochure Fare. Best Price Today fares are also available on MSC Yacht Club bookings.

This is the full fare applicable for each guest. It’s the fare you are most likely to pay if you want to keep all your options open or if you leave it to the last minute to book your cruise. But there are plenty of other more convenient options…

The price categories described above are collectively referred to as Regular Quoted Fares. In addition to the Regular Quoted Fares, MSC Cruises offers a variety of promotions throughout the year, so always remember to check with your travel agent to find out which great deals are available at the time you want to book your cruise. OUR PROMOTIONS FAMILY FARES

Take a look at our fantastic range of family fares, and you’ll see the special relationship we have with families. Like free travel for your kids if they share a cabin with you! Naturally, every family is different. So if you prefer the convenience of an adjoining cabin for your children or you want to give them the freedom of a separate cabin, you’ll find highly attractive rates for those arrangements too. And if you’re a single parent travelling with kids, or have an older family with grown-up children, there are special deals for you too. Whatever kind of family you have – large or small, young or old - you’ll find a great value deal that fits perfectly with your needs.

WANT YOUR KIDS NEXT DOOR? Travelling with children and want to have the kids in their own cabin? On CONNECTING CABIN WITH KIDS UNDER 18 selected ships and departures* we offer family accommodation in adjacent cabins, with a connecting door. Enjoy your privacy or leave the door open - the kids are right next door! Family Fares: for a family travelling in two connecting cabins, we charge 3 adult ‘Cruise Only’ fares at the prevailing cruise rate (Regular Quoted Fare), according to the available category. Each child (maximum of 2) only pays the children’s port dues**. If flights are required all family members pay the applicable flight add-on.

* Connecting cabins are available on the following ships or classes of ship: MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Musica- class, MSC Fantasia-class. For further details please refer to the ship plans (starting on page 110). ** Each child pays a special fare.

These promotional fares are subject to availability, and are applied to the Regular Quoted Fares (not valid for MSC Yacht Club Suites).

A CABIN JUST FOR YOUR KIDS? Give your kids the luxury of their own cabin* at a very special price. Parents pay EXTRA CABIN WITH KIDS UNDER 18 the Regular Quoted Fare, while kids pay a reduced rate. Prices per cabin starting from: €580 Inside (€290 per child), €680 Ocean View (€340 per child), €780 Balcony Cabin (€390 per child), €880 MSC Yacht Club suite (€440 per child), except for MSC Preziosa and MSC Divina. For departures in high season (New Year, Easter, July, August) the price of the cabin is subject to a supplement of €100.

* The category and location of the second cabin will be confirmed by the company. We cannot guarantee that it will be adjacent to the first cabin, and it may be a different category of cabin.

This offer is not available on cruises in South America, and cannot be combined with other promotions or loyalty program reductions. These promotional fares are subject to availability, and are applied to the Regular Quoted Fares.

KEEPING YOUR KIDS CLOSE? Travelling together makes sense: the parent pays the Regular Quoted Fare, while 1 ADULT + UP TO 3 KIDS UNDER 18 the first child under 18 pays just 60% of the adult fare and the remaining children only pay port taxes.

These promotional fares are subject to availability, and are applied to the Regular Quoted Fares.

Children under 18 travelling in the same cabin as their parents travel free *.

* Registration costs, port taxes, insurance, flights and transfers (where required) are excluded from the offer. With the exception of selected departures. OUR PROMOTIONS

MY FARE If you and your friends or partner (sharing the same cabin) are between 18 and 29 years of age, you qualify for a special discount per cabin on the Regular Quoted Fare: €100 (Inside cabin), €150 (Ocean View cabin), €200 (Balcony or suite) or €400 (MSC Yacht Club suite). And if you book an outside or balcony cabin, there are more great bonuses: • 8 hours of free internet access plus • Bali wellbeing package including a massage, a facial treatment and a thermal suite session with aromatherapy! Just a few of the reasons why lots of young people choose MSC Cruises!

Are you sharing a cabin with a partner or friend, both of you aged over 65? Thanks to this amazing offer, you’re eligible for the following special discount per cabin compared to the Regular Quoted Fare: €100 (Inside cabin), €150 (Ocean View cabin), €200 (Balcony or suite) or €400 (MSC Yacht Club suite). What’s more, those booking an outside or balcony cabin also receive a fantastic welcome package comprising: • a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne • chocolate strawberries • two souvenir flutes • an invitation from the captain for an exclusive cocktail. Because at MSC Cruises, seniority makes a difference!

If you’re travelling alone, you can enjoy the luxury of having a whole cabin to yourself. A surcharge of 50% will be applied on your cruise fare, but this promotion is subject to limited availability, so please check with your travel agent when booking.

These promotional fares are subject to availability, and are applied to the Regular Quoted Fares. MY FARE AND CELEBRATION FARES

Cruising is for everybody. So whoever you are, you can live the holiday of your dreams with MSC Cruises. And you’ll almost certainly find a special fare to make you feel even more welcome. From young people to senior citizens, from singles to couples celebrating their honeymoon or anniversary, all kinds of people are eligible for great reductions on our brochure rates. Ask your travel agent for details, and remember to check the availability of all offers when booking. It’s the best way to make sure you start your dream holiday with a smile on your face!

CELEBRATION FARES If married life is a journey, then a cruise holiday is the perfect start! At MSC Cruises, we make honeymooning couples feel really special, as well as giving them a great deal. All honeymooners are eligible for a 10% reduction on the Regular Quoted Fare as well as special treatment on board with a surprise in your cabin and an invitation from the Captain for an exclusive cocktail. Just present your official marriage announcement when booking to receive this remarkable wedding present. See your travel agent for details.

This offer cannot be combined with other special offers.

Celebrate your wedding anniversary with MSC Cruises! As well as the romance of a luxury cruise holiday, we offer a range of enticing anniversary gift packages to add a little extra magic to your celebration. For an anniversary to remember, choose one of these special anniversary treats before you depart. Just show your marriage certificate to your travel agent to book. • Relax Together package • Relax & Delight package • Relax & Taste package • Delight & Taste package • Explore & Taste package • Explore & Delight package

Anniversary Packages are subject to availability and can be booked within 6 months after your anniversary date, valid for all destinations except South America and South Africa. This offer cannot be combined with 25 th or 50 th anniversary offers.

After twenty-five years of marriage, you deserve a bonus! That’s why for Silver Wedding anniversaries we offer a special reduction of 250 € per cabin off the Regular Quoted Fare. This offer is valid for all departures within 6 months after your anniversary date. This offer is not available on cruises in South America and cannot be combined with any other promotions.

A Golden Wedding Anniversary is a truly special event, so we help you celebrate by offering you a dazzling reduction of 500 € per cabin off the Regular Quoted Fare. This offer is valid for all departures within 6 months after your anniversary date. This offer is not available on cruises in South America and cannot be combined with any other promotions.

These promotional fares are subject to availability, and are applied to the Regular Quoted Fares. CUSTOMIZE YOUR CRUISE

Put a smile on your face with our Allegro Package, the quick and easy way to take care of your mealtime drinks before you even set sail. For wine, beer, mineral water and soft NKS drinks, Allegro offers mouth-watering value for money! MEALTIME DRI 4 bottles of wine + 7 bottles of mineral water ALLEGRO ADULT at €69 OR 14 draught beers (40cl) + 7 bottles of mineral water

ALLEGRO CHILD at €34 14 soft drinks or fruit juices + One of the attractions of cruising is the chance to discover fascinating new places in comfort and style. So to make the most of your holiday, why not take advantage of our Explorer Formula? A selection of excursions at a very attractive price. The offer is valid on selected departures, check the itineraries section for details. =

BOOK IN ADVANCE FOR EVEN BETTER VALUE Add a warm glow to your cruise experience with the Sunny package. Combining the Explorer Formula with the Allegro beverage package, it gives you an additional saving, for totally carefree cruising and dazzling value. SUNNY ADULT Explorer Formula + Allegro Adult SUNNY CHILD Explorer Formula + Allegro Child

Sunny package is valid on selected departures (Mediterranean, Northern Europe and Red Sea) and is only available on itineraries where the Explorer Formula is offered. Check the Itineraries section for details.

Satisfy your thirst and enjoy a truly relaxing cruise experience with Cheers! This all-inclusive package includes drinks during lunch and dinner, and is valid in the main onboard restaurants and the self-service buffet. Not valid in à la carte restaurants. UNLIMITEDNKS If you’re travelling in a family or group please remember that all members of your party MEALTIME DRI must book the package. Unlimited consumption of a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages CHEERS! ADULT at €16,50 (per day) including wine (choice of 2 whites, 2 reds and 1 rosé), draught beer, soft drinks and mineral water during lunch and dinner. CHEERS! CHILD at €9 (per day) Unlimited soft drinks and mineral water during lunch and dinner.

Cheers! Adult and Child are available on selected departures (Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Red Sea, Antilles and the Caribbean, including all Grand Cruises to Winter destinations and Grand Cruises from Red Sea, Antilles and the Caribbean). Book before you depart to get the best possible deal. The package is valid for every day of the cruise and cannot be purchased on a daily basis. The package must be booked by all guests occupying the same cabin, or just travelling together and wishing to eat at the same table. The price of the package applies to each day of the cruise except for the day of disembarkation. The above offers are subject to availability, the prices are indicative and subject to confirmation at the time of booking and updated to the printing date of the brochure. For terms and conditions at the time of booking, please contact your travel agent or visit our website www.msccruises.com ADD A LITTLE PERSONAL MAGIC TO YOUR CRUISE

Every holiday with MSC Cruises is a unique experience, offering a multitude of different ways to relax, have fun and pamper yourself. And to make your cruise even more special, you can personalize it by treating yourself to a selection of optional extras. For example, our new all-inclusive drinks deals give you carte blanche to quench your thirst whenever you like, while the Sunny package combines great-value drinks on board with a series of exciting excursions ashore. So why not give yourself the gift of total relaxation? You can reserve any of our special packages through your travel agent when you book your cruise. And by booking in advance, you can enjoy more indulgence for less!

ALL-INCLUSIVE DEALS: DRINK WHAT YOU WANT, WHEN YOU WANT FOR LESS With Allegrissimo, you’re free to savour every moment, 24 hours a day, with your favourite beverage. So you can sip a fruit smoothie by the pool after your morning swim, enjoy a glass of beer with your lunch, indulge in a classic cocktail before dinner, accompany your 24 HOURSKS meal with some delicious wine and round off the evening in the bar with your favourite UNLIMITED DRIN liqueur. The package is valid 24 hours a day in the main restaurants and à la carte restaurants, self-service buffet and all bars onboard. Unlimited consumption of a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including wine by the glass (white, red, rosé and sparkling chosen from the “Allegrissimo ALLEGRISSIMO ADULT at €23 Selection”), draught beer, soft drinks, mineral water, hot drinks and a wide selection of (per day) drinks and cocktails from the bar list, as well as take away ice-cream in a cone or cup. The drinks included in package can be consumed in all bars and restaurants, including the à la carte restaurants and themed venues.

Unlimited consumption of soft drinks, mineral water, fruit juices, hot drinks, virgin cocktails, smoothies and milkshakes, as well as take-away ice-cream in a cone or cup. ALLEGRISSIMO CHILD at €12 Not included in this offer: cigars, cigarettes, champagne, premium brands, mini bar, (per day) room service, souvenir glasses and all food on payment. Some of the drinks from our bar and wine lists are excluded from Allegrissimo package; those items are indicated with”asterisk”.

This offer is available on selected departures (Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Red Seaand Antilles, including all Grand Cruises to winter destinations and Grand Cruises from Red Sea and the Antilles). Book before you depart to get the best possible deal. The package is valid for every day of the cruise and cannot be purchased on a daily basis. Itmust be booked by all guests occupying the same cabin, or just travelling together andwishing to eat at the same table, including minors who must book the Child version of thepackage. The package is not obligatory for infants under 3 years old (i.e. who have not yet reached their 3rd birthday). The price of the package applies to each day of the cruise except for the day of disembarkation.

The All Inclusive Premium package gives you complete freedom to enjoy a vast range of drinks and refreshments whenever and wherever you like. Everything is included, from the pre-dinner gin and tonic in your cabin to unlimited wine and draft beer during meals and your favourite 12-year old malt whisky after dinner in any bar. The package covers unlimited beverages all day in the main restaurants and à la carte restaurants, self-service buffet and 24 HOURS all bars onboard, as well as drinks from your minibar and mineral water in your cabin. What CLUSIVE DRINKS ALL IN could be more refreshing? Unlimited consumption of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages including wine (from the“by the glass” menu), draught and bottled beer, soft drinks, mineral water, hot drinks ALLEGRISSIMO PREMIUM ADULT andall drinks from the bar (including champagne cocktails, single malt whiskies, superior at €42 (per day) brandies and other premium spirits), drinks from your mini bar (except on MSC Melody) and mineral water in your cabin, as well as all items from the ‘Gelateria’ menu and Pastry Shop and food from the Room Service menu.

Unlimited soft drinks from the bar (including energizers, fruit juices, mineral water, hot ALLEGRISSIMO PREMIUM CHILD drinks, virgin cocktails, smoothies and milkshakes), non-alcoholic drinks and snacks from at €21 (per day) your minibar (except on MSC Melody) and mineral water in your cabin, as well as all items from the ‘Gelateria’ menu and Pastry Shop and food from the Room Service menu.

This offer is available on selected departures (Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Red Sea, Antilles and the Caribbean including all Grand Cruises to Winter destinations and Grand Cruises from Red Sea, Antilles and the Caribbean). Book before you depart to get the best possible deal. The package is valid for every day of the cruise and cannot be purchased on a daily basis. The package must be booked by all guests occupying the same cabin, or just travelling together and wishing to eat at the same table, including minors who must book the Child version of the package. The package is not obligatory for infants under 3 years old (i.e. who have not yet reached their 3rd birthday). The price of the package applies to each day of the cruise except for the day of disembarkation. The above offers are subject to availability, the prices are indicative and subject to confirmation at the time of booking and updated to the printing date of the brochure. For terms and conditions at the time of booking, please contact your travel agent or visit our website www.msccruises.com CUSTOMIZE YOUR CRUISE CREATE THE HOLIDAY OF YOUR DREAMS

From the instant you arrive at your departure port to the moment you disembark at the end of the cruise, MSC Cruises lets you tailor your holiday experience to your own preferences and desires. So if you want to make the most of the onboard spa, we have a range of health and beauty packages to choose from. If fine wines are your passion, our selection of drink deals will satisfy even the most discerning palate. In fact, our wide choice of special packages covers just about every requirement.

CHOOSE FROM A WIDE RANGE OF SPECIAL PACKAGES TO CREATE YOUR IDEAL CRUISE

Savour your cruise even more with our special drink packages. WINE PACKAGE CLASSIC DRINK PACKAGES WINE PACKAGE PREMIUM WINE PACKAGE SELECT See page 99 or visit www.msccruises.com for further information.

Declare your love in a truly romantic setting. SILVER PACKAGE ONBOARD GOLD PACKAGE CEREMONIES PLATINUM PACKAGE See page 100 or visit www.msccruises.com for further information.

Pamper yourself with one of our relaxing spa packages. ORIENTAL MAGIC RELAXATION BEAUTY LIGHT PACKAGES PLATINUM RELAX See page 104 or visit www.msccruises.com for further information.

The above offers are subject to availability at the time of booking and updated to the printing date of the brochure. For terms and conditions at the time of booking, please contact your travel agent or visit our website www.msccruises.com MSC CLUB THE MORE YOUR TRAVEL, THE MORE YOU BENEFIT

If you enjoy the unique experience offered by MSC Cruises and want more, then we have an exclusive club just for you. The MSC Club is our way of rewarding returning guests with offers and other privileges. The more time you spend with us, the more benefits you accrue. So don’t delay, join today!

For further details of MSC Club benefits and how to join, visit the website www.mscclub.org.

MSC CLUB CARD With an MSC Club Card, you can get even more out of your next cruise for even less. You earn a point for every night spent on board and an extra point for every €200 / $200 spent on the ship. And as you accumulate points and progress from the Classic blue card to Silver, Gold and Black version, the advantages keep growing.

ENJOY SPECIAL PRIVILEGES

9 PRE-CRUISE 9 ONBOARD CLASSIC CARD SILVER CARD GOLD CARD BLACK CARD 9POST CRUISE from 1 to 21 points from 22 to 42 points from 43 to 99 points 100 and more points WINTER

MEDITERRANEAN RED SEA SOUTH AMERICA A WARM DESTINATION FOR EVERYONE

Our winter cruises are a fantastic way to warm up the year in style. Imagine touring the Mediterranean, relaxing in a Red Sea voyage from Sharm El-Sheikh, crossing the ocean or island hopping in the Antilles, while indulging in all the comforts of our state-of-the-art vessels. The sumptuous MSC Aurea Spa on board each ship is the perfect place to pamper yourself with a sauna, a traditional Balinese massage or a high-tech beauty treatment, while the swimming pools, solariums and recreation areas give you endless opportunities to enjoy the winter warmth. And when the sun goes down, a host of stylish bars, restaurants and entertainment venues offer many magical ways to end each day.

GRAND CRUISES CARIBBEAN As you cross the open sea on your way to the Picture a tropical island paradise, where pristine beaches beauty and excitement of Brazil, the Antilles and of white sand embrace crystal clear waters, and the the Caribbean, South Africa or the Red Sea, colourful flora and fauna are matched by the islanders’ enjoy another fantastic destination: the ship itself. vibrant culture. Enjoying year-round sunshine, the During your romantic sea voyage, indulge yourself Caribbean is many people’s idea of a dream destination: in the luxury of relaxing and recharging your MSC Cruises lets you transform that dream into reality. batteries, and discover the superb spa, sports And starting this year, the exciting new Antilles itinerary and entertainment facilities on board. brings even more variety to our Caribbean offering. RED SEA SOUTH AMERICA Set sail on a romantic voyage from Sharm El-Sheikh With its dramatic scenery, sparkling lifestyle and and discover the natural beauty and fascinating passionate people, South America is the perfect history of the world’s most northerly tropical match for MSC Cruises’ own style and personality. sea - the latest exciting addition to the list of And you’ll find our love for the region infectious! MSC Cruises’ destinations. A paradise for Whether you remain enthralled by the beautiful snorkelers and scuba divers, the Red Sea is also the beaches and lively cities of Brazil or sail further perfect starting point for visiting the marvels of south to Uruguay and Argentina, you’ll never forget ancient Egypt, from the Great Pyramids to the the ever-changing kaleidoscope of sensations famous Valley of the Kings at Luxor. evoked by this dazzling continent. MEDITERRANEAN SOUTH AFRICA The Mediterranean winter sun has a special quality. Discover a uniquely romantic holiday destination. Why not soak up its restorative rays from the Birthplace of man and inspiration for artists, writers warmth of the covered pool on one of our luxurious and musicians since the beginning of time, Africa flagship vessels? Explore the diverse landscapes, casts a magic spell on all who visit. From the exotic culture and history of this remarkable region in the natural wonders of the savannah and the distinctive perfect peace and comfort of a winter cruise. And wildlife of Madagascar to the sandy beaches of the between ports of call, take the time to pamper Seychelles or the exciting multicultural atmosphere yourself in the sumptuous onboard MSC Aurea Spa of Cape Town, let it cast its spell on you too.