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MSC Cruises delivers a Premium Class cruise experience with a True Italian Signature. The legendary warmth and friendliness of classic Italian service shines through every detail of MSC Cruises. Guests enjoy gracious Italian service with authentic cuisine, refined décor, and superior entertainment onboard modern elegant ships.

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The entire experience from the first moment we boarded this spectacular ship until our final debarkation the staff, services, food, accommodations and attitude of the MSC team was FIRST CLASS. The facilities, bars, theater and all guest services were spotless, the staff both friendly and attentive and the ship was just a spectacular structure. This was a 25th anniversary cruise and it will remain in our minds and the most memorable trip we have taken. We would highly recommend MSC Fantasia to anyone wanting a memorable cruise experience. Overall a great experience! We look forward to our next MSC cruise! Testimonial -->

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MSC becomes first cruise line to open office in Canada

Post date: May 1 2019

Date: May 1 2019

By: Cindy Sosroutomo

MISSISSAUGA — The flag has been planted – MSC Cruises says it is now officially the first cruise line to ever launch an office on Canadian soil.

Located in Mississauga, the office opens today with 15 team members, including a five-member contact centre that can answer calls in both English and French for FIT and groups. Also in office are three Business Development Managers: Leanne Hill who serves Western and Central Canada; Gabrielle Lalime, Quebec; and Krystal Langenberg, Ontario & Atlantic Canada.

At a welcome reception for trade media last night, Roberto Fusaro, MSC’s North America president, told Travelweek that the new office is a “testament” to the company’s commitment to the Canadian market.

“We have big ambitions for Canada and we’ve set significant targets for Canada this year,” he said. “MSC has 19 offices around the world, which is how we sell to our markets. We want to get closer to our markets and understand what each needs in order to adapt our commercial and product offering. That’s why we’re making this investment in Canada.”

Fusaro added that the company has seen significant growth in Canada, particularly in 2018.

“We have a lot of ships coming to North America, including four sailing out of Miami next winter. Canada has responded very well so far but we believe that being local and replying quicker to travel agents’ needs will allow us to keep growing and growing,” he said.

Ian Patterson, country Manager of MSC Cruises Canada who previously served as Director of Business Development, was also present to meet the trade and extend a warm welcome.

“As MSC Cruises expands globally, we see tremendous potential in the Canadian market, with Canadians continually showing increased interest in cruise vacations and more of our guests coming from the Canadian market,” he told Travelweek. “Canada is a distinct market with its own requirements and the opening of our new office will allow us to better serve the Canadian traveller.”

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In conjunction with the office opening, MSC has launched Canadian websites for consumers ( MSCCruises.ca ) and for travel agents ( mscbook.com/ca ), which allow guests and agents to operate in Canadian dollars as well as access resources, information and tools. The websites will initially debut in English, with further enhancements and French versions rolling out by year’s end.

“Ultimately, our goal is to be the easiest and most profitable brand to work with,” added Patterson. “With this new permanent presence in Canada, agents will benefit from a dedicated Canadian website and booking platform, providing direct tools and pricing in Canadian dollars to help them service their clients and provide accurate information.”

At the of 2019, MSC Cruises will have four ships serving North America out of Miami: MSC Seaside, MSC Divina, MSC Armonia and MSC Meraviglia, arriving in North America for the first time in October. The company will launch its second cruise ship this year, MSC Grandiosa, the first of the Meraviglia-Plus generation, as well as its brand new private island destination, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in the Bahamas.

Plus, MSC Preziosa will continue to sail Guadeloupe and Martinique programs, which Patterson said are in high demand for Canadian guests.

“With our presence continually growing in this region, timing was ideal to establish a permanent presence in Canada and continue introducing travellers in the region to what MSC Cruises offers,” said Patterson. “As we enter this new phase of MSC Cruises’ growth in Canada, we are looking forward to making this next year our most mutually profitable yet.”

To learn more about MSC Cruises in Canada call 1-833-253-9977.

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Passengers say their 7-day Caribbean cruise became a trip to Boston and Canada because of a storm

  • Due to weather, passengers say MSC Cruises changed the itinerary of a Caribbean-bound ship.
  • Instead of the Bahamas, cruisers said they learned they'd be heading to Boston and Canada.
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On Friday night, hours before their cruise was scheduled to set sail to the Bahamas, MSC Cruises passengers said they received a disappointing email: Due to harsh weather conditions, their ship would no longer be heading to the Caribbean.

Instead, they'd be heading north from New York City to Boston and then to Canada.

Brad, a passenger who spoke to Business Insider and asked to go by his first name, said he and his family received the email at 8 p.m. on Friday — and had a flight to New York at 4 a.m. on Saturday. BI viewed the email Brad said MSC sent to guests , which was also posted widely to social media, including Reddit.

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Instead of a tropical December vacation, passengers aboard the MSC Meraviglia will be traveling from New York City to Boston, Portland, and St. John, Canada, before returning to the US, according to the email.

On CruiseMapper , a cruise-tracking website, BI was able to find an MSC Meraviglia ship that appeared to be docked in Boston as of Sunday.

MSC Cruises did not respond to a request for comment sent outside regular working hours.

Brad, who lives in Canada, said the family got the email two hours after MSC Cruises' Canadian offices closed, which meant they couldn't speak to a customer service representative.

"We definitely don't want to go to Boston," Brad told BI. "Our suitcases are packed for a beach, not for Canada and Boston."

"We weren't able to speak to anybody, so we were left in the dust hoping that they would do the right thing," he continued.

The email said the company "significantly altered the itinerary" due to "adverse weather conditions expected across Florida and the Bahamas." The Weather Channel predicted heavy rain and wind from Florida to New England on Sunday.

"Heavy rain is expected across most of the destinations that we planned to visit, as well as wind gusts surpassing 40 knots which would render our maneuvers to enter destination ports unsafe," the email reads.

If passengers "are not satisfied with this change," they can cancel their sailing and receive credit for a future cruise, the email said.

Brad told BI his family decided not to go — they live close enough to Boston to drive there, hoping to receive a refund.

"In this particular situation, I feel like MSC should have done something a little more than just, 'Sorry, here's a future cruise credit,'" Brad said. "I understand they can't control the weather, but I'm sure they could have sent out something quicker than 8 p.m."

Now, he said he's unsure if he wants to use the credit, telling BI: "I don't know how I would take this future cruise credit with this bad taste for this company in my mouth."

Industry publication Cruise Hive reported on Sunday that the storm affected the itineraries of several other cruise ships , including ships from Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and Norwegian.

Those changes meant staying on board for some passengers instead of docking at a port and disembarking. Others rerouted from the Bahamas to Mexico, per the outlet.

Some cruisers described being "stuck at sea" because they couldn't dock at some ports along their intended route, according to Orlando news outlet WOFL.

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MSC makes big change to win Royal Caribbean, Carnival passengers

M SC has made some mistakes as it tries to challenge Royal Caribbean and Carnival a a major player in the family-friendly cruise space. 

On the positive side, the Italian cruise line has invested heavily in the market, bringing some of its best ships to Florida. One of those ships, MSC Seashore, showcases the best and worst of the cruise line.

Related: Carnival Cruise Line makes a controversial onboard-rule change

It's a larger ship that offers many of the bells and whistles of the newer Royal Caribbean and Carnival ships. It has countless bars, multiple pools, and some top-notch added-fee dining options. 

But, it also has a very confusing layout where each pool sits on a separate floor making it hard to know if you should leave the one you are at for a less crowded option. It's not that the pools aren't nice, but they're very apart, and the adults-only area lacks a hot tub, while the family-friendly hot tubs are teeming with kids.

MSC has also struggled to offer decent main dining room and buffet food, Its pasta was slightly better on Seashore than it was on older ships Meriviglia and Divina, but an Italian cruise line should be able to master pasta and other Italian specialties. 

That's not to say the cruise line does everything wrong. MSC offers an all-inclusive Wi-Fi and drink package option which makes it attractive to customers who might otherwise sail Royal Caribbean or Carnival. Generally, you can book MSC with drinks and internet for less than comparable sailings on its rivals without those things.

Now, the Italian cruise line wants to attract Royal Caribbean and Carnival by making a major change to a popular area of its ships.

MSC appears to ban casino smoking     

On Seashore in February, it was noticeable that there was no smoking in the main casino. There did not appear to be any obvious signage noting a ban, so I actually assumed it was just luck of the draw on a sailing where the casino was not crowded at all.

It turns out, however, that MSC has at least been experimenting with banning smoking in its casinos on some ships.

"According to onboard reports from social media, the MSC Signature Casino onboard the MSC Euribia and the Red Gem Casino onboard the MSC Virtuosa were turned into smoke-free areas on February 18, 2024," Cruise Industry News reported.

That appeared to be the case on Seashore during my Feb. 25-29 sailing, although there was a small casino extension on the floor above the casino that did allow people to smoke.

"A separate smoking casino was reportedly added to some of the vessels, including the MSC Seascape and the MSC Seashore, which received a new gambling area near their Sports Bars," the website reported.

Cruise ship casino smoking remains a hot topic

Smokers want cruise lines to allow smoking on cruise ships and cite that it's the last place on dry land where it's commonly allowed. Non-smokers point out the tight quarters and share that in a ship's casino, having a non-smoking section does little to prevent them from being exposed to smoke.

Royal Caribbean has dealt with this in two different ways. The company's Celebrity brand does not allow smoking in its casinos. Its namesake brand has added smoke-free casinos in the former "Jazz On 4" locations that are somewhat adjacent to the main casino on Oasis-class ships. 

That's not an ideal solution as the secondary casino is only being offered on Oasis-class ships, but the company has been very clear as to why it allows smoking.

"Every, I would say, every couple of years, we do test this and we take one or two or three ships and we ban smoking in the casino. And the result is less people go in the casino and that's the reality of it," Bayley explained.in Dec. 2023 on Ovation of the Seas during the President's Cruise, the Royal Caribbean Blog reported.

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MSC Cruises launches diverse 2026 summer itineraries from Southampton UK

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MSC Cruises is set to offer 3 concurrent summer seasons for bookings, including 2026 ex-UK sailings, starting Thursday, March 14.

MSC Virtuosa ship 's itineraries for 2026 out of Southampton range from 2 to 14 nights, and visit popular destinations such as the Norwegian Fjords, Spain's Canary Islands, and the Mediterranean.

Among the options are 7- or 14-night voyages to Iceland and Norway, with an overnight stop in Reykjavik and visits to ports like Akureyri and Isafjordur .

Additionally, guests can select a 9-night Mediterranean roundtrip in August, with call ports Lisbon , Gibraltar UK , Spain's Malaga and Cadiz . Alternatively, shorter (2- or 3-night) mini-cruises from Southampton visit Cherbourg , Bruges , and Cobh/Cork .

Vice President of International Sales & Managing Director for UK and Ireland Antonio Paradiso said he was pleased that they were offering their customers the opportunity to start booking their holidays two (plus) years in advance, especially as they would be the first contemporary cruise line to open 2026 sales.

“For the first time ever, we will have three summer seasons open at the same time. As we are on track to have a record-breaking year in 2024, our travel agents will play a crucial role to sell our 2026 itineraries to our UK and Irish customers.”

The Best Cruises Departing From NYC, From Bermuda Getaways to Transatlantic Voyages

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Tourists and residents alike can take advantage of the many cruises that depart from New York City, offering easy access to warm weather getaways, family vacations, expeditions, and more. After all, nothing screams adventure like sailing away from the Big Apple with the Statue of Liberty and iconic city skyline in your wake.

Plus, New York is home to the oldest cruise terminal in the United States. Nowadays, there are two hubs, one in Manhattan and another in Brooklyn . An additional cruise terminal, in Cape Liberty in Bayonne, New Jersey, also serves the area.

The Manhattan cruise terminal is located on the edge of Midtown, making it easy to spend port days or pre-cruise time exploring Times Square, Central Park, or the Theater District. The Empire State Building and iconic department stores including Macy’s Herald Square are also within walking distance of the Manhattan cruise port.

The Brooklyn cruise port is a 15-minute drive from Brooklyn Bridge Park , which offers some of the best views of downtown Manhattan. If you're looking to stretch your legs, the walk across the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan offers just over a mile of picturesque city viewpoints. While Bayonne, New Jersey may not be a huge tourist destination, sailing from Cape Liberty does provide a postcard-perfect look at the Manhattan skyline and its famous neighbor, the Statue of Liberty.

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Both large cruise ships and a few smaller ships cruise from New York , giving you the option to pick a vessel with lots of restaurants and lounges, or one that’s cozier with fewer dining options. A variety of cruise lines—including Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Holland America, Disney, Cunard, Silversea, Oceania Cruises, and Viking—sail from New York City. This variety caters to all types of traveler budgets, so whether you're looking to cruise from New York for as little as a few hundred dollars or drop thousands on a bucket list vacation, there's something for you.

Cruises from New York sail to Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Europe, the United Kingdom, Bermuda, the Caribbean, and beyond. Several world cruises also stop in New York.

The short version of the story is that whether it’s a short island escape or the unforgettable journey of a lifetime you’re after, a cruise from New York will result in PTO well spent. Ahead, we've pulled some of your best options for cruising from New York City.

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Viking offers ocean cruises between New York and Reykjavik in June, August, and September.

Trade the soaring skyscrapers of New York City for coastal Canada, remote Greenland, and endless Icelandic summer days. This Viking itinerary makes two stops in Canada and two stops in Greenland before circumnavigating Iceland, beginning with the remote Westfjords and ending in Reykjavik. Sail the same seas as legendary Norse explorer Leif Erikkson (on a far more luxurious Viking ship) while learning about the American Revolution and Canadian exploration from the cruise line’s resident historian. Lounge by the pool, visit the spa, or look out for whales and puffins. Viking has several nearly identical ocean ships sailing this itinerary from New York—each can accommodate a maximum of 930 passengers, allowing them to dock in ports larger ships cannot access.

It’s impossible to get bored on the MSC Meraviglia . See six Broadway-caliber shows over a 7-night cruise, spend sea days at the thermal spa or lounging by the pool, go bowling, play arcade games, try out an F1 simulator, or work out in a state-of-the-art gym—the opportunities are endless. MSC’s Meraviglia sails from New York to Bermuda, Canada, New England, the Bahamas, and Florida and can accommodate up to 5,642 passengers across 2,214 staterooms. Choose among 23 dining venues and 20 bars and lounges, or try to eat your way through all of them.

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Norwegian Prima is one of the best cruises for solo travelers departing from New York City.

On most cruise lines, traveling solo means paying up to double the fare for a cabin to yourself, but not on the Norwegian Prima . This ship has a special area set aside for solo travelers with 73 studio suites and a private common area for mingling. Each of the Norwegian Prima’s 95-square-foot studio suites comes with a full-size bed, en suite bathroom, and a vanity table. And while space inside these studios are tight, you’ll likely be so busy go-karting, lounging by the pool, taking in shows, and relaxing in hot tubs, it’s unlikely you’ll find yourself spending much time in the room beyond catching some shut eye. The Norwegian Prima sails to Bermuda and the Caribbean from New York and offers a transatlantic repositioning itinerary.Best transatlantic cruise from New York

On Holland America's Volendam , embark on an unforgettable roundtrip journey from New York that includes a stop in the Azores and overnights in Rome, Cairo, and Istanbul. This 45-day journey on Holland America’s Volendam crosses the iconic Strait of Gibraltar and offers several sea days to enjoy the ship’s onboard amenities, which include a spa, swimming pools, and several restaurants. The Volendam accommodates just over 1,400 guests and is designed around grand public spaces. Dive deeper into destinations with regional cooking demonstrations as well as food and wine tastings. There’s no better way to travel in comfort and see the Statue of Liberty, Colosseum, Pyramids of Giza, and Hagia Sophia on a single trip.

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Regent Seven Seas cruises are known for all-inclusive luxury.

Sample the best of the Caribbean in just 15 days on the Seven Seas Grandeur , one of the most luxurious ships at sea. This Regent Seven Seas cruise visits Bermuda, St. Barts, St. Lucia, Barbados, Grenada, Bonaire, Curacao, and Aruba en route to Miami. This cruise line is a favorite among retired travelers, and the Seven Seas Grandeur is the line’s most luxurious ship. There are 746 suites, a spa, a teaching kitchen, a casino, and Broadway-caliber entertainment onboard. Regent Seven Seas’ specialty is all-inclusive luxury, and it means it. Shore excursions, alcohol, specialty restaurants, and laundry are included in cruise fares, which start at around $8,400 for this itinerary.

Escape New York City and head straight to the pink beaches and turquoise waters of Bermuda on the Celebrity Eclipse . Spend two full nights in Bermuda and several days at sea—plenty of time to enjoy everything the Celebrity Eclipse has to offer. Play basketball, go shopping or spend your time at the casino, pools or spa. Or eat and drink your way across more than a dozen bars and restaurants, including an interactive Le Petit Chef dining experience. These seven-night roundtrip sailings depart from Cape Liberty in Bayonne, New Jersey, making it especially easy to combine a visit to the Statue of Liberty with your cruise.

Hop on the Seabourn Quest in October for an unforgettable journey through the colors of autumn. Spend a gorgeous fall day in Central Park before setting sail from New York to Montréal by way of Martha's Vineyard, Boston, Halifax, and Prince Edward Island on a 12-day itinerary along the eastern seaboard. This is a small ship that’s especially popular among North Americans, Europeans, and Australians, and a cruise line that’s beloved by foodies. Seabourn is known for its indulgent steaks, endless caviar, and partnership with award-winning chef Thomas Keller, who has a namesake restaurant on board.

In just 16 nights, sail from Manhattan to Bermuda, Portugal, Spain , the south of France, and Italy on the Norwegian Escape , a ship that accommodates just over 4,000 passengers and is sure to offer something for everyone. The Norwegian Escape offers several restaurants and lounges on board as well as Broadway shows, five multistory waterslides, and the largest ropes course at sea. On its Mediterranean sailing, the cruise stops in Lisbon , Malaga, Barcelona, Cannes, and Rome.

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MSC CRUISES TO OPEN 2026 SALES EARLY

• 2026 ex uk itineraries available to book from southampton on board msc virtuosa from 14th march   • first contemporary cruise line to go on sale for 2026 ex uk season (april – october 2026)   • both well-loved and brand-new ex uk itineraries available to book.

London, UK – 11th March - MSC Cruises UK and Ireland has today announced that from 14th March, ex UK 2026 itineraries will be available to book earlier than ever before. Customers can book ex UK 2026 itineraries from Southampton on board the UK’s favourite ship, MSC Virtuosa, and have the option to book well-loved existing itineraries as well as brand-new ones. Those looking to book an MSC cruise departing from the UK in 2026 can now plan their ideal holiday while securing the best booking rates and cabin options.

Summer 2026 itineraries range from 2 to 14 nights in length and visit a range of destinations that offer everything from sun, culture, shopping and nature. With a huge variety of itineraries on offer, guests can choose to visit the stunning Fjords, soak up some sun in the Canary Islands or get their culture on in the Mediterranean, plus much more.

2026 itineraries include an unforgettable 7 or 14-night cruise to Iceland and Norway, including an overnight stay in the beautiful Reykjavík and a visit to brand-new destinations Akureyri and Isafjordur, some of the most spectacular areas that Iceland and Norway have to offer.

Guests can also choose a 9-night Mediterranean cruise calling at Lisbon, Gibraltar, Malaga and Cadiz on 20th August for anyone seeking destinations perfect for sun, culture, shopping and great food. Holidaymakers looking to book a short getaway can join a two-three night mini cruise from Southampton stopping at Cherbourg (France), Bruges (Belgium) or Cobh, (Cork, Ireland).

Families can take advantage of itineraries that take place during the school Summer holidays for example one of the 14-night sailings around the Mediterranean calling at La Coruna, Cadiz, Malaga, Alicante, Palma, Barcelona, Valencia and Lisbon departing in July.

MSC Cruises’ ships offer an unforgettable onboard experience with an incredible choice of international dining options, world-class entertainment, award-winning facilities and activities for families and children of all ages, luxurious spas and fitness centres as well as comfortable, stylish accommodation to meet every need. Antonio Paradiso, Vice President of International Sales for MSC Group’s Cruise Division and Managing Director for the UK & Ireland said: “I’m really excited about our Summer 2026 itineraries as we really do have something for everyone. The itineraries are extremely varied and we are visiting destinations all over Europe, some for the very first time.

“I am pleased that we are offering our lovely customers the opportunity to start booking their holidays two (plus) years in advance, especially as we will be the first contemporary cruise line to open 2026 sales. For the first time ever, we will have three summer seasons open at the same time. As we are on track to have a record-breaking year in 2024, our travel agents will play a crucial role to sell our 2026 itineraries to our UK and Irish customers.

“Booking a cruise early is one of the best ways to take advantage of new itineraries when they are released. There are two compelling reasons why you should book in advance. First, some cabin categories are usually in high demand when new cruises are released, so it is important that customers book early to avoid disappointment. And secondly, fares are determined by supply and demand, therefore new itineraries tend to have the best and most affordable prices.”

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  20. MSC Meraviglia Sails Into Saint John For First Canadian Visit Since

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